When having a vacation, people choose what’s best for them, what suits their needs to have a fully enjoyable holiday. Some prefer laying at the pool or a beach sunbathing, while others try to explore by being more active, covering the whole city on foot. If you are keen on spending your energy in a more entertaining and physical way, we have some tips for you. Whether you are a professional sportsman or just an amateur sport lover, here are a few sport activities you can enjoy in Tbilisi as a couple, as a team of friends or even alone by yourself.
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Padel
A mix between Tennis and Squash called Padel, is gaining popularity around the world. There are several Padel courts in Tbilisi if you are looking for one.
Tbilisipadel.ge is located in Ilia’s Garden on Aghmashenebeli Ave. You can use their website to book a court.
If you are a big team of friends it’s better to hit GymBreeze, a 9 Padel courts complex on Egnate Ninoshvili street. You can check all the needed information on their Instagram page: gym.breeze.
Table Tennis a.k.a. Ping-Pong
If you’re a table tennis lover, no need to go far, one of the best halls is located in Ilia’s Garden. No need to book ahead, but consider that evenings are more crowded, so you might have to wait in line a bit. If you don’t have your opponent, not a big deal, you can easily find one in the hall as players always enjoy competing with strangers.
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Cycling
One might notice that Tbilisi isn’t so bike-friendly like Amsterdam or Copenhagen, even though the River Mtkvari has two banks crossing the whole city. Most of these sidewalks are wide enough to have pedestrian and bike lanes on it, but the air pollution won’t make it. Healthier and greener alternative is to rent a bike near Lisi Lake parking zones and cycle around the lake itself. Bike lane is 3 KM long. There are many cafes and refreshing kiosks near the lake you can enjoy while having a rest.
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Zipline
If you are looking for more extreme entertainment and have some interest in Zipline rides, you can try to fly over Vake Park from Turtle Lake. There are two zipline spots nearby that offer perfect aerial views while descending.
Tip: use Turtle Lake Ropeway to easily get to the lake from 76 Chavchavadze Ave.
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Rock Climbing
We haven’t forgotten about bouldering and generally rock climbing enthusiasts. There are several spaces where you can go, pay for one time visit and involve yourself in artificial rock climbing.
Climbing gym S.K.Lucky is located on 6, University Str. Sports complex Arena-2 and offers the biggest climbing wall in Georgia.
Al. Japaridze’s Georgian Alpine Club is located in Vere Park, 37a Merab Kostava Str. It is a historical Alpine Club estimated in 1936 and is a Georgian Museum of Alpinists at the same time.
If you prefer a wilder and authentic experience, visit climbing rock in Tbilisi Botanical Park or Monument on Nikoloz Khudadovi Street where you can meet your fellow rock climbers and get the help you need whether it’s an equipment item or just some ascending tips.
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Skate Parks
If you have your own skateboard, longboard, kick scooter or roller skates, you can visit Mziuri Park skating zone or skate park in Dedaena Garden. Skaters all over town gather there every evening, perform tricks and exchange their experiences with each other.
