City in Georgia
8 things to see
Georgia’s Black Sea resort city pairs futuristic architecture like the Alphabet Tower with a lush botanical garden and long pebble beaches. It is one of the cheapest coastal destinations in Europe, with guesthouses and local restaurants costing a fraction of Mediterranean equivalents. The seafront boulevard is free to stroll for kilometers, and the old town squares cost nothing to wander. Many travelers pair it with Tbilisi inland. Late spring and early autumn give warm sea swims without the peak summer crowds and prices.
What to see
What each one costs, where the cost is known.
A kinetic sculpture of two figures that rotate to merge and pass through each other every ten minutes, representing a love story between a Muslim boy and a Georgian girl. Best viewed at sunset on the Batumi waterfront, free to watch.
A 130-meter tower shaped like a DNA helix, incorporating all 33 letters of the Georgian alphabet. Free to admire from the boulevard, with a rotating restaurant at the top for those who want to spend a little.
A hillside botanical garden overlooking the Black Sea with plant collections from nine climate zones. Entry is extremely cheap, and the sea views from the upper terraces are spectacular.
A 7-kilometer seaside promenade lined with sculptures, fountains, and subtropical gardens. Completely free and the social heart of Batumi, especially at sunset.
The Mother of God Cathedral dominates Batumi's skyline with its neo-Gothic facade, originally built as a Catholic church in 1903 and now serving as an Orthodox cathedral. Free to enter, with stained glass and a quiet interior contrasting with the modern city outside.
A grand Haussmann-style square in central Batumi anchored by the Astronomical Clock and the Colchis Fountain replica. The surrounding neo-classical facades make it one of the most photogenic spots in the city, free to enjoy at any hour.
An Italian-inspired mosaic-covered square in central Batumi designed to evoke a Venetian piazza, surrounded by cafes and restaurants. Free to walk through and admire the ornate tilework and painted facades.
A sprawling botanical park on the Black Sea coast between Batumi and Kobuleti with labeled plant species, walking trails, and a miniature train. Entry is cheap and the park provides a quiet contrast to Batumi's beach scene.
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