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Original concept illustration · not a photograph or measured map
Historic centre of Tbilisi

Freedom Square (Liberty Square · Tbilisi)

The city’s meeting point where Rustaveli Avenue, Sololaki and the Old Town converge — around the golden St. George monument.

Plan your visitGoogle Maps
4.7 / 517715 Google reviews ·
City squarePlan pedestrian access
Maps: 24 hours26 Oct 2026 · third-party listing
MRV2+8JTbilisi, Georgia
Illustration: Original concept illustration · not a photograph or measured map
Overview

Freedom Square (Liberty Square) — a quick overview.

Freedom Square, also called Liberty Square, is a central Tbilisi landmark. Its changing names and the St. George monument connect the square to different periods of the city’s history.

Choose a direction for a separate visit: Rustaveli’s cultural buildings, the streets of Old Tbilisi, or the river and Bridge of Peace. Plan crossings and access for your own starting point.

  • Rustaveli Avenue City itinerary
  • Old Tbilisi Separate walk
  • Bridge of Peace River crossing
NameFreedom Square (Liberty Square)
Address2 Freedom Square, Tbilisi, Georgia
Plus CodeMRV2+8J
Coordinates41.6933186° N, 44.8015038° E
Google rating4.7 / 5 · 17715 Google reviews ·
Opening hoursGoogle Maps showed 24 hours all seven days on 26 October 2026; this dated listing does not guarantee access during events, restrictions or works.
Getting thereUse the current TTC journey planner
The square’s story

The history and meaning of Freedom Square: one square, several eras of names.

Freedom Square is one of Tbilisi’s main historical and cultural crossroads. Its location naturally links Rustaveli Avenue with the Old Town and Sololaki, so here the city’s different eras are read in a single space.

Since the early 19th century the square served different purposes and carried different names. After the Soviet period the name "Freedom Square" was restored. Today the visual centre of the space is a tall column with the golden St. George monument — one of modern Tbilisi’s most recognizable silhouettes.

In the early19th century the area was known for firewood trading; Georgia Travel describes its changing civic names.

The name "Freedom" first appeared alongside political and social transformations.

After the Soviet-era names, the square regained its freedom name.

A tall column with the St. George monument was erected in the centre, by Zurab Tsereteli.

Original concept illustration · not a photograph or measured map
Illustration: Original concept illustration · not a photograph or measured map
From day to night

A city square as a point of orientation.

The original concept graphics suggest an urban square and evening colours. They do not document the monument, current lighting, traffic or a measured route.

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Practical side of the visit

Location and visiting Freedom Square — a simple stop that fits best into your city route.

Use the address and map point to orient yourself, then choose permitted crossings and viewing places. The central monument and traffic space should not be assumed to have an open pedestrian approach.

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Time and light

Choose a time around the photographs and other stops you want. No fixed visit duration, quiet period or daily lighting schedule is verified here.

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Admission and separate venues

The official tourism article describes a city square but does not give a current admission tariff. Museums, guided tours, transport and other services have separate conditions.

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Vehicle arrival

Confirm a permitted parking or drop-off location before travelling. No dedicated visitor parking, current rate or named parking operator is verified by this guide.

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Finding your position

The monument is the square’s historical visual reference. For navigation use the actual map point and signed public paths, rather than heading directly across traffic.

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Combining visits

Rustaveli Avenue, Old Tbilisi and the Bridge of Peace offer different cultural or walking themes. Their access and travel time should be planned separately.

Getting there in detail

Plan the approach from your starting point.

The Tbilisi Transport Company links a journey planner, timetables and real-time bus information. Check its current planner and local notices; this guide does not guarantee a line, exit, fare or walking time.

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Metro planning

Search for Freedom Square or Liberty Square as your destination in the current city transport planner. Check the station exit and the permitted final walking approach.

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Bus planning

Use the operator’s current journey planner and timetables for the day and origin of your trip, rather than relying on a fixed list of route numbers.

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Walking approach

Connect your Old Tbilisi itinerary to the square using current public crossings. Changes, works or events may affect the route; there is no universal walking time.

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Taxi or drop-off

Agree on a legal stopping place with the driver. Do not assume a vehicle may stop beside the central monument.

Nearby

Choose the next cultural stop.

Treat nearby sights as separate visits with their own opening and admission arrangements. The options below describe themes, not a guaranteed continuous route.

Cultural directions

Rustaveli Avenue

Georgia Travel’s architectural itinerary covers cultural buildings and museums along the avenue. Choose the specific institution you want before checking its current access.

Cultural itinerary
Old Tbilisi

The historical streets and riverbanks form a different walking theme from Rustaveli. Pick stops rather than assuming every lane is an accessible shortcut.

Separate walk
Bridge of Peace

The pedestrian bridge over the Mtkvari, built in 2010, is another city landmark. Plan its approach and current access separately from the square.

River setting

Planning a meal

Choose an actual venue

Use the venue’s own current menu and opening information. This guide does not endorse an unverified business or claim an address is still trading.

Your choice
Check the order

Ask about ingredients, allergens, portion sizes and the final price before ordering, especially if you have dietary requirements.

Before ordering
On the map

Freedom Square

2 Freedom Square
Tbilisi, Georgia
Plus Code: MRV2+8J
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For official information see National Tourism Administration of Georgia (georgia.travel) Tbilisi City Hall (tbilisi.gov.ge).

Sources

Sources and additional information.

This page relies on official and public sources. Data (transport routes, opening hours of venues) may change — verify with the relevant official resource before your visit.

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Original concept illustration · not a photograph or measured map

FAQ

Frequently asked questions.

Where is Freedom Square located?

Freedom Square is in the centre of Tbilisi, Georgia, at 2 Freedom Square (Plus Code MRV2+8J). It links Rustaveli Avenue, Sololaki and the Old Town.

Is entry to Freedom Square paid?

No current admission tariff was verified in the official tourism article. Do not confuse the public square with a museum, private tour or other separately charged service.

How much time should I spend at the square?

Allow time according to your photographs, companions and onward stops. There is no verified standard duration for every visitor.

What is the best time for photos?

Daylight and evening produce different conditions. The concept graphics on this page are not evidence of current lighting or crowd levels; choose a permitted viewpoint on the day.

How do I get there by public transport?

Use the current Tbilisi Transport Company planner for your origin and travel time. Search the destination by Freedom Square or Liberty Square and check the final pedestrian approach.

Where can I park a car?

This guide has not verified a current parking operator, rate or dedicated visitor space. Confirm legal parking or a drop-off before setting out.

Is the square accessible at night?

Google Maps showed 24-hour access all seven days on 26 October 2026. It is a dated third-party snapshot, not a guarantee against restrictions, events or works.

Which landmarks are near the square?

Consider a Rustaveli cultural visit, an Old Tbilisi walk, or the Bridge of Peace and riverbanks. Plan each destination’s access and timing separately.