Georgian National Museum

While it’s great to see that the museum has explanations in English, I found it a bit plain for a national museum. No real theme, no cohesive overview of Georgia’s history and culture, more like multiple exhibitions that just happen to inhabit the same building. Staff are either unfriendly or completely disengaged. Expensive at 40 GEL.

The visit was a complete disappointment. For a national museum, it lacked the caliber and coherence expected. The overall theme was unclear—exhibits appeared to be a disjointed mix of topics, combined without a clear narrative or purpose. Much of the display felt like filler, poorly curated and lacking depth. Even the museum staff seemed disengaged, more focused on their cell phones than on assisting visitors.

We were a group of women visiting Georgia and noticed we were taken straight to the gold exhibit, all we could think of is shopping 😁 Our guide was appointed by the museum and she was a gorgeous looking woman, loved her jewellery and the way she carried herself at her age. The jewellery section showed how designs changed over a period of time..from just gold to gemstones and from animals designs to modern design. Anyway we had time for the jewellery, war section, coffee shop and museum shop which was my favorite. Off to a new place...

Museum was pretty traditional and the audio guide was quite boring. The most interesting exhibit was on the 4th floor about the Soviet Occupation. Ticket desk wasn’t very kind.

The museum is over priced for what is being offered. $40 Lari for an entry is a little too steep. 15 to 20 Lari would have been more acceptable. Had they had more dioramas depicting life in the various stages of development of the country it might have been worth it.

A rather incongruous collection including some really stunning artifacts in the Treasury and a macabre display of skulls and bones in the stone age section. Sadly our visit was cut short by a power outage following which all visitors were herded out of the museum with no refunds offered obviously- however definitely worth a visit provided the lights stay on!

When people think of Georgia, they often picture food, wine, and relaxation — but Tbilisi also boasts outstanding museums that rival the best in Western Europe. The Georgian National Museum is a prime example.

A quiet gem tucked away in the heart of Tbilisi. The Georgian National Museum isn't just a collection of artifacts - it's a journey through centuries of resilience, creativity, and cultural pride. From intricately carved relics to powerful visual stories etched into ancient metals and textiles, every room feels like a step deeper into Georgia's soul. The atmosphere is calm, the curation thoughtful, and the sense of history palpable. If you have a few hours to spare, let this place surprise you - it’s not loud or flashy, but it stays with you long after you leave. A must for anyone who wants to feel the depth behind Georgia’s beauty.