🇬🇪 Batumi, Georgia – Travel Guide 🌊🌴

Top Things to Do in Batumi

1. Batumi Boulevard 🌅🚴♂️

Scenic 7km promenade along the Black Sea

Great for biking, walking & sunsets

Landmarks: Alphabet Tower 🏗️, Ali & Nino Statue ❤️

2. Old Town & Europe Square 🏛️✨

Charming streets with 19th-century architecture

Astronomical Clock ⏰ & Medea Statue 👑

Lively cafés & local shops ☕

3. Botanical Garden 🌿🌺

Huge garden with exotic plants & sea views 🌊

Take a taxi or marshrutka 🚐 to the entrance

Best visited in the morning for cooler weather ☀️

4. Argo Cable Car 🚡🌄

Stunning panoramic views of the city & sea

Ride up to Anuria Mountain for a café stop ☕

5. Gonio Fortress 🏰⚔️

Ancient Roman fortress 15km from Batumi

Rich history & great views of the surrounding hills 🌄

6. Batumi Piazza & Dancing Fountains 🎶💃

Italian-inspired square with live music 🎻

Evening fountain show at Lake Ardagani 🌊💡

7. Local Beaches 🏖️🌞

Batumi Beach – Pebble beach, bustling vibe 🎡

Makhinjauri Beach – Quieter, better for swimming 🏊♂️

Sarpi Beach – Near Turkish border, clear water 🌊

8. Day Trips 🚗🌲

Mtirala National Park – Lush forest, waterfalls, and hiking ⛰️

Machakhela National Park – Remote, scenic drives & eco-tours 🌿

Kobuleti – Sandier beach & laid-back vibe 🏝️

🍽️ Food & Drink

Adjarian Khachapuri 🧀🍞 – Boat-shaped cheese bread (must-try!)

Black Sea Seafood 🦞🐟 – Try local grilled fish

Georgian Wine 🍷 – Famous for semi-sweet reds & amber wines

💡 Tips for Visiting Batumi

Best Time to Visit: May–September (warm weather, beach season) ☀️

Transport: Walkable city 🚶♂️; use Bolt for taxis 🚖; marshrutkas for day trips 🚐

Currency: Georgian Lari (GEL) 💰 – Cash preferred in small shops

Language: Georgian 🇬🇪, but Russian & some English are spoken 🗣️

Weather: Humid subtropical; pack for rain even in summer ☔

Batumi blends seaside charm, history, and adventure—perfect for your next getaway! 🌊✨

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