Batumi , Georgia

🌊 Batumi: Georgia’s Seaside Gem Where Europe Meets the Black Sea

📍Modern flair, ancient soul, and a coastline that comes alive

Welcome to Batumi, the crown jewel of Georgia’s Black Sea coast. It’s a city that blends old-world charm with futuristic architecture, where palm-lined boulevards meet centuries-old alleys, and where the beach life never stops. Whether you're a culture lover, nightlife seeker, or just craving sun and sea—Batumi has something for everyone.


🌆 Where Old Town Meets Skyline

Stroll through Batumi’s Old Town, and you’ll be greeted by cobblestone streets, 19th-century buildings, and hidden courtyards. Then suddenly, you turn a corner—and there’s a modern skyline with twisting towers, light shows, and kinetic sculptures.

🏛️ Don't miss:

  • Europe Square – with grand facades and the Medea statue

  • Piazza Square – cozy cafes, live music, and mosaic elegance

  • Ali & Nino Monument – two metal lovers that embrace and pass through each other every 10 minutes

  • Alphabetic Tower – a 130-meter-high tribute to the unique Georgian script


🌴 Beaches, Biking & Boardwalks

Batumi’s Black Sea coast is perfect for lazy beach days or sunset strolls along its 7-kilometer Boulevard, lined with palm trees, fountains, sculptures, and bike lanes.

🏖️ Activities:

  • Swim or sunbathe at Batumi Beach

  • Rent a bike or scooter along the Seaside Park

  • Ride the Batumi Cable Car for panoramic views from Anuria Mountain


🏞️ Nature Escapes Nearby

  • Batumi Botanical Garden – One of the most beautiful in the world, overlooking the sea with over 5,000 plant species

  • Mtirala National Park – A rainforest just 40 minutes away, perfect for hikes, waterfalls, and fresh air

  • Dancing Fountains – A nightly water show set to music and lights at Lake Ardagani


🎭 Culture, Food & Nightlife

From art museums to beach clubs, Batumi is a cultural mix of East and West. As the sun sets, the city transforms into a vibrant playground.

🍴 Must-try foods:

  • Adjarian Khachapuri – Cheese bread shaped like a boat and topped with a runny egg

  • Fresh seafood straight from the coast

  • Churchkhela, Georgia’s sweet and chewy grape snack

🎶 Nightlife:

  • Rooftop bars with sea views

  • Nightclubs, beach bars, and live music along the boulevard

  • Casinos for those feeling lucky


🧭 Travel Tips

  • 📍 Distance from Tbilisi: ~5–6 hours by train, car, or plane (50 min)

  • 🏨 Stay in the Old Town for charm, or beachfront resorts for luxury

  • 📅 Best time to visit: May to September (beach season), December for mild winters and lights


🌟 Why Visit Batumi?

Because it’s where Georgia shows its cosmopolitan side. Batumi is fun, refreshing, and endlessly photogenic—a seaside city pulsing with life, color, and creativity. Whether you're wandering through its botanical garden, relaxing at the beach, or exploring art and nightlife, Batumi gives you a little bit of everything—wrapped in sea breeze and sunshine.