Shopping in Tbilisi: large shopping centers, malls and outlets, popular markets, brand boutiques and stores of Georgian designers. And also, what you can buy cheaply and bring from Tbilisi as a souvenir.
Returning from a trip means a sea of emotions — and just as many gifts for your loved ones. What to bring from sunny Georgia? We’ve gathered the most interesting gift ideas to make your shopping in Tbilisi easy and rewarding.
Besides the standard gastronomic set — tons of churchkhela and all kinds of cheese, as well as a collection of the finest wines — it’s worth considering some special and unusual souvenirs. And if possible, find something interesting for yourself, too.
Shopping Malls in Tbilisi
On one hand, they’re convenient because you can get everything you need in one place: from home appliances to the latest fashion collections. But in Tbilisi, it’s not that simple — two of the largest malls are located outside the city. It’s most convenient to get there by car.
Tbilisi Mall
Tbilisi Mall features a wide range of well-known brand stores selling clothing, jewelry, children’s goods, and more.
List of popular stores: Avtandil, Baccarat Jewelry, Bershka, Carpisa, Colin’s, GAP, Lapin House, LC Waikiki, Levi’s, Love Republic, Mandarina, Mango, Massimo Dutti, Marks & Spencer, New Look, New Yorker, Nike, Oysho, Parfois, Polaris, Pull&Bear, Puma, Solar, Zara. The mall also includes many cafés and restaurants, as well as a Carrefour supermarket.
Address: 16th km Davit Aghmashenebeli Ave, Tbilisi. Located on the highway toward Mtskheta. How to get there: a detailed route is available on the official website. Depending on your starting point, suitable options include: route 44 (Delisi metro), route 51 (Vazha-Pshavela), route 87 (Didube metro).
East Point
East Point shopping mall in Tbilisi positions itself as the largest shopping destination in the Caucasus. It features a large IMAX cinema, a Carrefour supermarket, McDonald’s, a children’s entertainment center, and numerous boutiques offering clothing, shoes, and accessories.
List of stores: Aldo, Calzedonia, FLO, Gloria Jeans, Kenari, Koton, LC Waikiki, Lee & Wrangler, Lutecia Okaidi, Obaibi, Promod, Stradivarius, Super Super Toys, The Children’s Place, Waggon, XS Toys, Yves Rocher, Zippi.
Address: Aleksandre Tvalchrelidze Str, Tbilisi, Georgia. Located near the airport. How to get there: Free shuttles run from Samgori metro station to the shopping center. You can also take a taxi from the city center, but it will be relatively expensive.
Karvasla
In the Karvasla shopping center in Tbilisi there are shops of different brands, bank branches, beauty salons, cafes and restaurants, a supermarket. Shop list: Crocs, Vata, Geox, Corso Italia, Shoe Outlet, Ecco, Georgia Sport, Delta, Jeans Galery and more.
Address: Cotne Dadiani Street 7, Tbilisi, Georgia. It is located near the train station. How to Get There: Nearby, there is a bus stop for buses 62, 95, and 23. To reach the 8-story shopping center, you need to cross the long railway bridge. Locals refer to it as "Perehodny" (The Overpass).
Galleria Tbilisi
Galleria Tbilisi is a five-story shopping center where you can find stores of famous brands and popular Georgian designers, jewelry stores, electronics, children's accessories, and toys. It also features well-known global chains like KFC, McDonald's, and Burger King. There is a bowling alley, cinema, children's entertainment area, and even a theater.
Some of the stores at Galleria Tbilisi include Armani Exchange, Avtandil, Calvin Klein Jeans, Franco Fontana, Georgian Designer Corner, Guess, Jysk, H&M, Lacoste, Levi's, LC Waikiki, Mothercare, NYX, and Pandora.
Address: 2/4 Shota Rustaveli Ave, Tbilisi, Georgia. It is located in the city center on the main street, Shota Rustaveli Avenue. How to Get There: The shopping center is situated in a former old department store on the main street of the city. It is near the Liberty Square metro station.
Tbilisi Outlets
You can find clothes from various brands at Tbilisi Outlet Park, located at 24 Kazbegi Ave, in the "Axis" Shopping Centre. During seasonal sales, you can buy popular brand items for half price or even just 30% of the full cost.
A real sensation was caused by the November opening of the world-famous H&M boutique in Tbilisi. It is located in the Galleria Tbilisi shopping center on the city’s main avenue — Shota Rustaveli — and occupies three floors of the complex. Here you can buy clothes, shoes, and accessories.
Tbilisi Markets
Deserter Market
The largest and most popular food market in Tbilisi. You’ll find the freshest products, fragrant spices, and delicious homemade wine here. The best buys are cheese, churchkhela, and sauces — adjika and tkemali.
Address: 186 Tsinamdzghvrishvili St How to get there: the market is located next to the "Station Square" metro station.
Lilo Market
A great place for those looking for budget shopping in Tbilisi and not chasing branded clothing. You’ll find simple items made in China or Turkey at very affordable prices. In fact, many Tbilisi shop owners buy here and then resell the same goods with a 50% markup.
Address: 112 Kakheti Highway
Dry Bridge Market
A real paradise for lovers of antiques and vintage items: masterpieces of painting, coins, icons, household items. Here you can find everything from unique antique dishes to the traditional Georgian horn that can be found in nearly every home. The charm of this flea market in Tbilisi is that every item for sale has its own unique story. It’s an open-air museum that first immerses you in Soviet-era Georgia and then takes you back to prehistoric times.
Address: Dry Bridge How to get there: the market is located in the historic part of the city, right on Dry Bridge. Buses No. 20, 23, and 95 stop here.
Gastronomy
Gourmet shopping lovers will find everything they need at Carrefour. There are nine stores of this famous French chain located in different districts of Tbilisi.
However, there’s a problem with 24-hour large supermarkets in the city center — only small shops may be open, and they can be hard to find. So it’s better to finish your shopping in Tbilisi by 10:00 PM.
What to buy and bring as gifts from Tbilisi?
It depends on the individual preferences of the person you are bringing the gift to.
Alcohol
You can consider unique collectible wine bottles, such as a vintage from the year the person was born. Another option is a souvenir pitcher of chacha, the traditional Georgian liquor.
Addresses of wine cellars and shops:
Winery Khareba - 50/1 Shota Rustaveli Ave
Vinoground - 19 Erekle II St
Gocha's Winery - 27/15 Kote Afkhazi
Vinotheca Wine Shop - 31 Leselidze St
Jewelry
Don't forget about unique jewelry crafted by Georgian artisans. One of the most popular styles is enamel jewelry called minankari, made using a unique ancient technique.
You can find such precious pieces, like earrings and rings, at the Gold Exchange located on the ground floor of the train station building.
Stylish designer items
Fashion enthusiasts will appreciate stylish items from renowned Georgian designers.
List of popular Georgian designers:
Bessarion - creates stylish clothing for the youth, known for bright and unusual t-shirts and raglans with Georgian inscriptions.
Anouki - the wife of Tbilisi Mayor Kakha Kaladze, prefers bold accents in her own collections, including tulle skirts, leather boots with studs, and textile shoes adorned with glass beads and crystals.
Maturelli - offers elegant dresses in various cuts and patterns.
Chubika - exclusive accessories, such as leather bracelets and bags.
Nutsa Modebadze - also produces leather bags, clutches, and wallets.
Tatuna Nikolaishvili - known for precise tailoring and unique geometric elements in clothing.
Avtandil - offers unconventional loose-fitting dresses, leather jackets, and colorful coats with studs and belts.
Shopping in Tbilisi will undoubtedly bring you a lot of positive emotions. And the most important thing you can bring from Tbilisi is warm memories of this sunny and cozy city.
