Batumi's Guidebook
Nearby Points of Interests
This guide helps you explore Batumi like a pro!
Batumi Boulevard is the city’s pride and joy. Laid out in 1884 and stretching for 7 kilometres along the seafront, the Boulevard area comprises a series of walking and cycling paths that thread their way through manicured gardens, past recreation zones and clusters of cafes. The wide Seafront Promenade hugs the Black Sea shoreline all the way from the lighthouse and port to the bottom of Lech and Maria Kachinsky Park.
The best way to explore Batumi Boulevard is to either walk from end to end, or to hire a bike from one of the vendors in the park and cycle (bike hire costs 5-8 GEL per hour). Electric scooters are also available. I recommend visiting in the early evening when the area is teaming with families and young couples. The vibe is wonderful!
7 Sherif Khimshiashvili St
7 Sherif Khimshiashvili StreetBatumi Boulevard is the city’s pride and joy. Laid out in 1884 and stretching for 7 kilometres along the seafront, the Boulevard area comprises a series of walking and cycling paths that thread their way through manicured gardens, past recreation zones and clusters of cafes. The wide Seafront Promenade hugs the Black Sea shoreline all the way from the lighthouse and port to the bottom of Lech and Maria Kachinsky Park.
The best way to explore Batumi Boulevard is to either walk from end to end, or to hire a bike from one of the vendors in the park and cycle (bike hire costs 5-8 GEL per hour). Electric scooters are also available. I recommend visiting in the early evening when the area is teaming with families and young couples. The vibe is wonderful!
Batumi Piazza Square was built in the image of an Italian piazza. Cafes and restaurants surround a central marble floor mosaic, one of the largest in Europe.
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Batumi Piazza
Batumi Piazza Square was built in the image of an Italian piazza. Cafes and restaurants surround a central marble floor mosaic, one of the largest in Europe.
Sightseeing
To everybody who visits the city, it’s likely to be the abiding memory of their trip: a moving (in every sense of the word) statue which slowly brings two lovers together for a short embrace, only for them to part almost immediately.
The statue is inspired by a novel set mainly in old Baku, Azerbaijan; Ali and Nino is a sweeping novel of romance and adventure which tells the tale of Ali, a Muslim schoolboy from an aristocratic Azeri family who falls in love with Nino, a beautiful Christian girl with distinct European sensibilities.
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Monument Ali en Nino
To everybody who visits the city, it’s likely to be the abiding memory of their trip: a moving (in every sense of the word) statue which slowly brings two lovers together for a short embrace, only for them to part almost immediately.
The statue is inspired by a novel set mainly in old Baku, Azerbaijan; Ali and Nino is a sweeping novel of romance and adventure which tells the tale of Ali, a Muslim schoolboy from an aristocratic Azeri family who falls in love with Nino, a beautiful Christian girl with distinct European sensibilities.
One of the largest botanical gardens in the region, this is a must-visit in Batumi. Inside the garden, you’ll find walking and hiking trails plus a series of panoramic viewpoints.
The gardens are set on a steep rise so be prepared for a lot of uphill walking – you’ll be rewarded with beautiful views of the Black Sea once you get to the top. You can take an electric car to the end and walk back down if you choose.
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Botanische Tuin van Batumi
One of the largest botanical gardens in the region, this is a must-visit in Batumi. Inside the garden, you’ll find walking and hiking trails plus a series of panoramic viewpoints.
The gardens are set on a steep rise so be prepared for a lot of uphill walking – you’ll be rewarded with beautiful views of the Black Sea once you get to the top. You can take an electric car to the end and walk back down if you choose.
Probably the single strangest piece of Batumi architecture, Alphabetic Tower is a monument to the Georgian language. Characters from the alphabet wrap around the scaffold-like structure, culminating in a giant metallic orb. An elevator runs up the middle of the tower and there’s an observation deck at the top.
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Alphabetic Tower
Probably the single strangest piece of Batumi architecture, Alphabetic Tower is a monument to the Georgian language. Characters from the alphabet wrap around the scaffold-like structure, culminating in a giant metallic orb. An elevator runs up the middle of the tower and there’s an observation deck at the top.
At 35-storeys high, this is Batumi’s tallest building. It’s immediately recognisable because of the small gold-coloured Ferris Wheel embedded in the upper level (yep, really!). Batumi Tower was built under President Saakashvili and was supposed to house Batumi’s Technical University, but the plan never eventuated. The tower was recently purchased by private investors who want to turn it into a hotel.
Batumi Tower Ferris Wheel
At 35-storeys high, this is Batumi’s tallest building. It’s immediately recognisable because of the small gold-coloured Ferris Wheel embedded in the upper level (yep, really!). Batumi Tower was built under President Saakashvili and was supposed to house Batumi’s Technical University, but the plan never eventuated. The tower was recently purchased by private investors who want to turn it into a hotel.
One of the easiest side trips from Batumi is Gonio Apsaros Fortress. It’s located just 12 kilometres south of the city along the coast.
Gonio Apsaros is a well-preserved Roman fortification that dates back to the 1st century AD. A walk around the walled grounds reveals ruins from different epochs and a number of important burial sites.
It only takes a hour or so to explore the fortress so it’s a good idea to combine it with a visit to Gonio Beach (a nice swimming beach in front of the castle), lunch at one of the seafood restaurants in town, or the hike up to Gonio Cross (more on that in a moment).
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Gonio Apsaros Fort
One of the easiest side trips from Batumi is Gonio Apsaros Fortress. It’s located just 12 kilometres south of the city along the coast.
Gonio Apsaros is a well-preserved Roman fortification that dates back to the 1st century AD. A walk around the walled grounds reveals ruins from different epochs and a number of important burial sites.
It only takes a hour or so to explore the fortress so it’s a good idea to combine it with a visit to Gonio Beach (a nice swimming beach in front of the castle), lunch at one of the seafood restaurants in town, or the hike up to Gonio Cross (more on that in a moment).
Food scene
Even the local McDonald’s is a display of architectural prowess! The restaurant at 9 Sherif Khimshiashvili Street was designed by Georgian architect Giorgi Khmaladze and is well regarded for its unusual shape and use of space. It looks a bit like a spaceship.
McDrive
McDriveEven the local McDonald’s is a display of architectural prowess! The restaurant at 9 Sherif Khimshiashvili Street was designed by Georgian architect Giorgi Khmaladze and is well regarded for its unusual shape and use of space. It looks a bit like a spaceship.
Highly recommended for a dinner with live music!
Location: 23A Ninoshvili St. near Sheraton Hotel
Cuisines: European, Eastern European, Central European, International
Find it on maps & Tripadvisor.
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Old Boulevard
23a Ninoshvili StHighly recommended for a dinner with live music!
Location: 23A Ninoshvili St. near Sheraton Hotel
Cuisines: European, Eastern European, Central European, International
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A popular home-ambience local gem for Georgian & East European cuisine!
Location: 11 Gen. Mazniashvili Street
Found on maps & Tripadvisor.
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Heart of Batumi
11 ул.Генерала МазниашвилиA popular home-ambience local gem for Georgian & East European cuisine!
Location: 11 Gen. Mazniashvili Street
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A higher-end local gem for Georgian & East European local dishes!
Location: Ulitsa Lermontova, 36/38
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Tavaduri
36/38 Lermontov StrA higher-end local gem for Georgian & East European local dishes!
Location: Ulitsa Lermontova, 36/38
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One of the best Adjarian Khachapuri in town is served at this place. It's a simple small dining place but considered to be a local gem with tasty food!
Location: 18 Gorgiladze Street
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Laguna
18 Zurab Gorgiladze StOne of the best Adjarian Khachapuri in town is served at this place. It's a simple small dining place but considered to be a local gem with tasty food!
Location: 18 Gorgiladze Street
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A high-end Thai & Japanese restaurant and bar with magnificent views of the city. Recommended for sunsets or at night.
Located in Radisson Blue Hotel at the 19th floor.
Clouds Bar & Restaurant
A high-end Thai & Japanese restaurant and bar with magnificent views of the city. Recommended for sunsets or at night.
Located in Radisson Blue Hotel at the 19th floor.
Known for local dishes and serves a very good popular Adjarian dish, Khinkali.
Location: 78 Gorgiladze St.
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Sazandari
78 Zurab Gorgiladze StreetKnown for local dishes and serves a very good popular Adjarian dish, Khinkali.
Location: 78 Gorgiladze St.
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Adventures & Fun Activities!
Dolphinarium is one of the most favorite places of Batumi visitors. You will find wonderful performances of dolphins here. Dolphinarium is a modern design architectural building, which is equipped with the newest technology, marine life opportunities for sea animals and amazing performances.
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Batumi Dolfijnenpark
51 Rustaveli AveDolphinarium is one of the most favorite places of Batumi visitors. You will find wonderful performances of dolphins here. Dolphinarium is a modern design architectural building, which is equipped with the newest technology, marine life opportunities for sea animals and amazing performances.
Located on the Batumi Boulevard, the fountains are a great way to cool down during the hot summer months. The fountains operate throughout the day but the main show with lights and music happens in the evenings. The area around the fountains is paved and surrounded by beautiful gardens. There are also some cafes in the area so you can also enjoy the show while having a drink.
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Dancing Fountains
Located on the Batumi Boulevard, the fountains are a great way to cool down during the hot summer months. The fountains operate throughout the day but the main show with lights and music happens in the evenings. The area around the fountains is paved and surrounded by beautiful gardens. There are also some cafes in the area so you can also enjoy the show while having a drink.
Argo Cable Car is a sightseeing attraction located on Anuria Mountain in Batumi, 250 meters high from the sea level. The complex offers spectacular views of the town, the Black Sea and the surrounding mountains. The center comprises in itself restaurants, gift shops, wine house, open air halls and podium.
One way trip duration is 10 minutes, serving 500 passengers in an hour. A bulk of unforgettable impressions awaits you!
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Argo Cable Car
Gogebashvili StreetArgo Cable Car is a sightseeing attraction located on Anuria Mountain in Batumi, 250 meters high from the sea level. The complex offers spectacular views of the town, the Black Sea and the surrounding mountains. The center comprises in itself restaurants, gift shops, wine house, open air halls and podium.
One way trip duration is 10 minutes, serving 500 passengers in an hour. A bulk of unforgettable impressions awaits you!
Get out of Batumi and into the countryside with a hike in the Mtirala National Park. You’ll walk with a private guide to discover impressive photo points and refreshing summer swim spots along the Chestnut Forest Trail. Samples of farm-fresh honey and a visit to a waterfall are among the highlights.
Mtirala Mountain
Get out of Batumi and into the countryside with a hike in the Mtirala National Park. You’ll walk with a private guide to discover impressive photo points and refreshing summer swim spots along the Chestnut Forest Trail. Samples of farm-fresh honey and a visit to a waterfall are among the highlights.
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Vervoersmogelijkheden
Commuting is easy… We have ur back ;)
Intercity:
You may arrive thru Batumi international airport or Batumi central train station (Recommend to pre-book online);
For train schedule and online tickets, visit the official website of Georgian railway.
Within city:
Taxi-ride apps are there. It's recommended to download "Bolt" & "Maxim" before you arrive. Maxim is cheaper at times but Bolt is usually more reliable & finds you drivers faster.
E-scooters are also widely present in the city and can be more fun & green-friendly commuting alternative.