What to see in Mtskheta
Georgia's ancient capital and religious center, 30 minutes from Tbilisi
Places3 attractions
Top attractions in Mtskheta
A selection of places with detailed guides: what they are, how long to plan and how to get there.
Jvari Monastery
6th-century church above the Aragvi–Kura confluence – Georgia's first cross-dome cathedral
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Svetitskhoveli Cathedral
Georgia's principal 11th-century cathedral – burial site of Christ's Robe and Georgian kings
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Samtavro Monastery
4th-century nunnery – burial site of King Mirian III who adopted Christianity for Georgia
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How to plan
How to plan your sightseeing
Pick the places you want to see, check the map and build a practical route for the day.
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Choose a place
Decide on a format — history, views, nature or shrines.
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Read the guide
What to see, how long to plan and when to go.
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Connect a route
Group nearby places into one day and add transport.
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Hit the road
Save the guide offline and set off sightseeing.