Welcome to Tbilisi, Your New Student Playground 🎒

Moving to Tbilisi? Get ready for a city where khachapuri counts as breakfast, lunch, AND dinner — and where you can study in a cozy café, then be dancing in a hidden bar by midnight.

Tbilisi is a mix of old-world charm (think ancient streets and warm, neighbors) and modern student life — affordable living, endless coffee spots, and a nightlife that doesn’t quit. Here’s your no-fluff guide to making the most of your student life in Georgia’s capital. 1. Finding Your Perfect Student Home 🏠

• Student-Friendly Neighborhoods:

  • Saburtalo – Close to universities, supermarkets, and budget eateries.

  • Vera – Artsy, walkable, full of cool cafés.

  • Marjanishvili – Affordable rent, great transport, multicultural vibe.

• Budget: Expect to pay around $200–$350/month for a shared apartment.

• Pro Tip: Use roommate.ge (yes, shameless plug 😉) to find a roommate who won’t “accidentally” finish your Nutella.

2. Getting Around Without Going Broke 🚇

• Metro: 0.20 per ride (free Wi-Fi included — you’re welcome).

• Buses: Same price, but expect a scenic route if traffic is bad.

• Bolt/Yandex: Cheap for short rides, but watch surge pricing.

• Student Hack: The first hour and a half of the ride is free after your first payment.

3. Eating Like a Local (on a Student Budget) 🍲

• Khachapuri & Khinkali: Budget-friendly and filling — try Pasanauri or caphe daphna.

• Cafés to Study In: Stamba Café, Coffee LAB.

• Pro Tip: Some cafés offer a discount if you show your student card. or be a member of roommate students card and

4. Nightlife & Social Life 🎉

• Bars & Clubs: Bassiani for techno, tes for artsy vibes, Khidi for an underground feel.

• Budget Nights Out: Check Facebook student groups for free-entry events.

• Chill Hangouts: Mziuri Park, Fabrika courtyard, Rike Park in summer.

5. Study, Chill, Repeat 📚

• Libraries: National Parliamentary Library (free to join).

• Study Spots: Quiet cafés, Tbilisi State University reading rooms, coworking spaces like Impact Hub.

• Hack: Most cafés won’t rush you if you buy one coffee and stay for hours.

6. Cultural Must-Dos 🎭

• Sulfur Baths in Abanotubani — relax after exams.

• Rustaveli Avenue — the city’s cultural hub.

• Festivals: Tbilisi Jazz Festival, Tbilisoba (city celebration with food & music) Tbilisi Open Air (TOA)

Final Word 💌

Tbilisi isn’t just a place to study — it’s a place to grow, explore, and create memories that’ll make your friends back home jealous. Whether you’re finding a roommate, chasing Wi-Fi, or learning how to say “I’m full” in Georgian (SAVSE VAR GAVDZEXI), you’ll quickly see why so many students fall in love with this city.

Welcome to your Tbilisi chapter — it’s going to be one heck of a ride. 🚀