Tbilisi is a diverse and complex city and if you are planning on coming to live remotely here you will want to know what the best area to live is, so we have compiled a list of the best neighborhoods for remote workers in Tbilisi. Indeed, one of the hottest current destinations for Remote Workers in Europe right now is Tbilisi, Georgia. With incredible nightlife options, affordability, great internet and beautiful landscapes, its no wonder Remote Workers are flooding into the city. In fact, Georgia has been so impacted by the positive impacts of Remote Workers coming to the country, that it has launched a special Digital Nomad Visa available to those who wish to come and work remotely.
This part of the city is widely considered to be the heart of Tbilisi. As its historical center, this is the part of town where you’ll be able to see most of the main cultural and historical attractions the city has to offer -- Tbilisi’s renowned sulfuric baths, the Narikali Fortress and the Tbilisi Archeological museum. If you want to live in a part of town that feels historic and is always bustling with action, Abanotubani is for you. This area’s great public transport connections to the rest of the city, its modern amenities and cultural scene makes it undoubtedly one of the best neighborhoods for remote workers in Tbilisi.
Featured in Time Out’s 2018 list of the 50 Coolest Neighborhoods in the World, Sololaki doesn’t disappoint when it comes to good vibes and excellent amenities. Located just west of the center of Abanotubani, Sololaki is defined by its unique architecture which mixes middle-eastern trends with European 19th and 20th century styles. Lots of fantastic museums, galleries and cultural centers can be found in its large mansions; and the neighborhood’s narrow, cobbled streets often house the best bars and authentic restaurants in the city. The abundance of good coffee-shops here also makes Sololaki one of the best neighborhoods for remote workers in Tbilisi. If you choose to live here, be prepared to pay slightly higher rents and be surrounded by tourists spilling out from the Historical Center.
Located on the eastern bank of the river, Avlabari is Tbilisi’s oldest part. It feels multicultural and distinctly different to Abanotubani and Sololaki, with a large and diverse Armenian population. It is one of the best neighborhoods for remote workers in Tbilisi who wish to be close to the action but live in a quieter, less touristic area. Avlabari still has important attractions, including the prominent Holy Trinity Cathedral of Tbilisi, which is the city’s tallest edification and can be seen from around town. If you love wine, Avlabari is also a great choice - Wine Rise, located right next to the beautiful riverside Rike Park, offers lots of authentic Georgian wine bars under the shadows of the majestic Queen Darejan Palace.
Located north of Avlabari on the eastern banks of the Mtkvari, Marjanishvili is a hip and young part of the city which has is frequently touted as one of the best neighborhoods for remote workers in Tbilisi. Fabrika, an old textiles manufacturing plant which has been repurposed as a huge complex complete with a co-working space, restaurants and bars can be found in this neighborhood. The area has been recently renovated, making for new and more comfortable apartments available. Marjanishvili is not within walking distance of the main cultural and historical attractions but it is very well-connected with the rest of the city via public transport.
For more information about living in Tbilisi as a remote worker, check out our complete Tbilisi guide.