Museums & galleries
Georgian Museum of Fine Arts
Overview
The Georgian Museum of Fine Arts is a private institution on Rustaveli Avenue in Tbilisi. It is the only building in Georgia constructed specifically for art exhibitions. The venue houses around 3,500 works by roughly 80 Georgian artists active over the past 70 years, providing an extensive overview of modern and contemporary national art.
Getting There
Set along Rustaveli Avenue in central Tbilisi, the venue is a 3 to 5-minute walk from Freedom Square. Those using public transport can take the metro to Liberty Square station and walk north along the avenue.
Recommended Duration
Allow 1.5 to 2 hours to explore the permanent collection across multiple floors. Visitors with a particular interest in post-war Georgian art may want up to 2.5 hours.
When to Visit
Weekday mornings and early afternoons are the quietest times. Crowds remain manageable overall but increase on weekends. Because all exhibits are indoors, it is suitable in all seasons and during extreme weather.
Nearby Attractions
The central location allows easy pairing with other sites within walking distance:
- Museum of Soviet Occupation: 0.2 km
- Simon Janashia Museum of Georgia: 0.2 km
- Georgian National Museum: 0.2 km
- Freedom Square: 0.2 km
Updated September 13, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors