10‑Day Tbilisi Cultural & Culinary Adventure (August 15‑24)

Day 1: Arrival & Settling In

Morning: Arrive at Tbilisi International Airport and take a taxi to your boutique hotel in the Old Town. Unpack and enjoy a light vegetarian breakfast of Spinach & Feta Imeruli (cheese) Pastries—a quick, homemade Georgian‑style flatbread.

Afternoon: Stroll through the historic Old Town (Tbilisi's Old Quarter) to get your bearings, admiring the intricate balconies and cobblestone streets. Grab a quick, affordable lunch at Café Littera, known for its hearty vegetarian soups.

Evening: Prepare a simple dinner at your lodging: Spinach and Walnut Pkhali, a fresh walnut–spinach salad with pomegranate seeds. Settle in for a night of horror movies: Suspiria (1977), Hereditary (2018), The Babadook (2014).

Day 2: Museum Exploration

Morning: Start with a homemade Georgian Lentil Soup (Lobio) with fresh herbs. After breakfast, head to the Georgian National Museum to explore its extensive archaeological and art collections.

Afternoon: Walk to the nearby Tbilisi Art Museum for contemporary Georgian works. Lunch at Hummus & Co. offers affordable, plant‑based dishes like falafel wraps.

Evening: Dinner of Grilled Eggplant with Garlic Yogurt at home. Tonight’s horror lineup: The Witch (2015), It Follows (2014), Get Out (2017).

Day 3: History & Culture

Morning: Whip up a quick Avocado & Tomato Toast using local Georgian bread. Visit the Chronicle of Georgia (St. George’s Church) for its striking stone carvings.

Afternoon: Explore the Tbilisi History Museum to learn about the city’s evolution. Affordable lunch at Eco Café featuring vegan kebabs.

Evening: Dinner of Veggie Khinkali (Mushroom Dumplings). Film night: Train to Busan (2016), Sinister (2012), Rosemary’s Baby (1968).

Day 4: Artistic Inspiration

Morning: Start with a bowl of Cheese & Tomato Khachapuri (vegetarian version). Visit the National Gallery for Georgian modern art.

Afternoon: Wander through the artistic Vake Park. Lunch at Veggie Bistro, offering affordable vegan bowls.

Evening: Dinner of Roasted Red Pepper Soup. Horror picks: Don't Look Now (1973), House of the Devil (2009), Midsommar (2019).

Day 5: Day Trip to Mtskheta

Morning: Pack a simple breakfast of Fruit & Yogurt Parfait. Travel to the historic town of Mtskheta (30 km away) to see the UNESCO‑listed Jvari Monastery.

Afternoon: Visit the Samtskhe-Javakheti Museum. Lunch at the local Vegetarian Garden Café for cheap, fresh salads.

Evening: Return to Tbilisi, dinner of Stuffed Zucchini (Dolma) with fresh herbs. Horror trio: The Cabin in the Woods (2012), It (2017), Vampyr (1932).

Day 6: Contemporary Tbilisi

Morning: Breakfast of Greek Yogurt with Honey & Nuts. Explore the Fabrika Complex for its street art and modern galleries.

Afternoon: Stop at Shavi Lomi Café for an affordable veggie wrap. Visit the Museum of Soviet Occupation for a sobering history lesson.

Evening: Dinner of Spinach & Feta Quiche. Night's horror: Suspicious Minds (2021), Raw (2016), The Wailing (2016).

Day 7: Market & Cooking

Morning: Shopping at Dezerter Bazaar for fresh produce. Prepare a quick Tomato & Basil Bruschetta for breakfast.

Afternoon: Take a cooking class at Cooking School Tbilisi to learn vegetarian Georgian dishes like Eggplant Puri. Lunch includes the class’s meal—affordable and tasty.

Evening: Dinner of the class’s Vegetarian Khachapuri. Movie picks: Hush (2016), Kill List (2011), The Bunker (2023).

Day 8: Relaxation & Parks

Morning: Light breakfast of Banana & Almond Milk Smoothie. Stroll through Botanical Garden for a tranquil walk.

Afternoon: Lunch at Green Kitchen, a budget-friendly veg spot. Visit the Tbilisi Sea area for sunset views.

Evening: Dinner of Grilled Veggie Skewers with Tzatziki. Horror trio: Saint Maud (2019), A Quiet Place (2018), Pan’s Labyrinth (2006).

Day 9: Art & Nightlife

Morning: Simple Oatmeal with Dried Fruit for breakfast. Visit Museum of Fine Arts for 19th‑century paintings.

Afternoon: Lunch at Vegana for cheap vegan pizza. Explore the trendy Sharden Street art scene.

Evening: Dinner of Vegetable Baked Ziti. Film night: The Conjuring (2013), Raw (2016), It Comes at Night (2017).

Day 10: Farewell

Morning: Prepare a farewell breakfast of Cheese & Herb Omelette using local ingredients. Pack and enjoy a final stroll through Rustaveli Avenue for last‑minute souvenirs.

Afternoon: Lunch at Spice Box, known for affordable vegan wraps. Take a relaxing walk at Mtatsminda Park for city views.

Evening: Final dinner at home: Sweet Potato & Chickpea Curry. End the trip with a horror trio: The Others (2001), Nightmare (2022), The Ring (2002).

Time and Cost Estimates

• Georgian National Museum – 2 hrs – $15 per person
• Tbilisi Art Museum – 1.5 hrs – $10 per person
• Historic Old Town Walk – 2 hrs – Free
• Café Littera Lunch – 1 hr – $8 per person
• Hummus & Co. Lunch – 1 hr – $7 per person
• Chronicle of Georgia – 1 hr – $5 per person
• Tbilisi History Museum – 2 hrs – $10 per person
• Eco Café Lunch – 1 hr – $6 per person
• National Gallery – 2 hrs – $12 per person
• Vake Park – 1.5 hrs – Free
• Veggie Bistro Lunch – 1 hr – $7 per person
• Jvari Monastery (Mtskheta) – 2 hrs – $5 per person
• Vegetarian Garden Café – 1 hr – $6 per person
• Fabrika Complex – 2 hrs – Free
• Museum of Soviet Occupation – 2 hrs – $10 per person
• Shavi Lomi Café Lunch – 1 hr – $8 per person
• Dezerter Bazaar (shopping) – 2 hrs – Variable
• Cooking School – 3 hrs – $30 per person
• Green Kitchen Lunch – 1 hr – $7 per person
• Botanical Garden – 2 hrs – $4 per person
• Vegana Lunch – 1 hr – $8 per person
• Mountain Mtatsminda Park – 2 hr – $12 per person

Total estimated cost per person: $212

Tips

For a shorter trip, concentrate on the core museums (Georgian National Museum, Tbilisi History Museum, and the Museum of Soviet Occupation) and skip the day trip to Mtskheta; you’ll still experience the city’s art, history, and vibrant culinary scene. If you want to extend the stay, add a day in the Kakheti region for wine‑tasting tours or a hike in the Caucasus mountains, both easily accessible from Tbilisi and offering additional cultural and natural experiences.