Jvari Monastery in Mtskheta

Jvari Monastery

An ancient 6th century monastery on a hilltop overlooking the confluence of the Aragvi and Kura rivers. UNESCO site.

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Prices verified: Dec 26, 2025

Visit Duration

Minimum1 hours

Recommended1.5 hours

Maximum2 hours

Entrance Fee

Free

Free. Parking free. UNESCO. 6th century! View of Aragvi-Mtkvari confluence. On hill above Mtskheta. Taxi from Mtskheta ~10 GEL

How to Get There

From Tbilisi: marshrutka from Didube metro to Mtskheta (30 min, 2 lari), then taxi to monastery (5 min). Or taxi/Bolt from Tbilisi (20-30 min). Walking from Mtskheta — 40-50 minutes uphill.

Connectivity & Services

Wheelchair access

Not accessible

Audio guide

Not available

Staff assistance

Not available

Working Hours

Monday08:00 — 19:00

Tuesday08:00 — 19:00

Wednesday08:00 — 19:00

Thursday08:00 — 19:00

Friday08:00 — 19:00

Saturday08:00 — 19:00

Sunday08:00 — 19:00

Note

Free entry. 6th century monastery, UNESCO site since 1994. Panoramic views of Mtkvari and Aragvi rivers confluence. Dress code: women cover heads. 20 km from Tbilisi, easy by taxi.

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