Mtskheta Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

About Mtskheta

Mtskheta was the capital of the ancient eastern Georgian kingdom of Iberia from the 3rd century BC to the 5th century AD. It is of extraordinary importance to the Georgian people and listed as aUNESCO World Heritage site. It was here that Georgia adopted Christianity in AD 334 and it remains the headquarters of the Georgian Orthodox Church. Mtskheta is of primary interest to anyone interested in Georgian history or Orthodox Christianity.

Top Attractions in Mtskheta

Explore the best things to see and do in Mtskheta:

• ★Armaztsikhe-Bagineti Archaeological Site
• ★Bebris Tsikhe
• ★Jvari Monastery
• ★Samtavro
• ★Shio Mgvime Monastery
• ★Svetitskhoveli Cathedral
• ★Zedazeni Monastery

Where to Eat in Mtskheta

Must-try local food and restaurants:

• 🍴Cafe Guga
• 🍴Restaurant
• 🍴"Salobie"

Where to Stay in Mtskheta

• 🏨Guesthouse Lizi
• 🏨Mtskheta Sanapiro Guest House

Mtskheta Travel Guide Sections

Our comprehensive guide covers 10 sections including: