Is it currently safe to visit Tbilisi given recent power outages and unrest on Rustaveli Avenue?
Based on 1 discussion with 3 participants · Last activity: 3 days ago
TL;DR
In central Tbilisi, avoid the metro and cable car during evening power outages, and Rustaveli Avenue is partly dug up/blocked — check the route beforehand. The rest of Georgia (Imereti, Adjara, Svaneti) remains calm and safe for a road trip.
What the community said
One traveler suggests simply bypassing Tbilisi to avoid any issues entirely — a 2-week road trip through Imereti, Adjara, and Svaneti was beautiful with friendly locals.
22 days ago Imereti, Adjara, Svaneti
A traveler arriving in about a week asks whether Rustaveli Avenue is still pedestrian-friendly or remains dug up/blocked — relevant for planning walks through the city center.
23 days ago Rustaveli Avenue
Due to citywide power outages, one tourist was hesitant to take the cable car to the lake or use the metro during their last two days — it's worth checking the current power situation before such trips.
26 days ago cable car to the lake, metro