24 hours in Batumi

Batumi – a city at the crossroads of Europe and Asia. With a 2000-year history, Batumi offers all visitors unforgettable experiences, ancient legends, and great tolerance of different nations and religions.

Batumi – This is a city at the crossroads of Europe and Asia. With a 2000-year history, Batumi offers all visitors an unforgettable experience, ancient legends and great tolerance of different nations and religions. Get ready to explore ancient, multicultural, modern, cosmopolitan Batumi. Batumi is a place of four seasons, where there is always something to do – no matter how long you decide to stay, even for 24 hours.
We offer a program on how you can spend your time in an interesting and diverse way during 24 hours:

7:30

Batumi is located on the Black Sea coast of Georgia, so after checking into your preferred hotel, take an early morning walk or bike ride along the 7 km long coastal strip to breathe in the fresh sea air and enjoy the cozy and peaceful surroundings. In the meantime, be sure to stroll along the 19th century “Batumi Boulevard”, where the famous statue of eternal love “Ali and Nino” is located, as well as the Alphabet Tower and the Old Port of Batumi.

8:30

After a morning walk, it's time for a healthy breakfast, because being here, you will also know that Georgia is famous for its unique gastronomy and diverse dishes, vegetables and fruits are especially fresh, organic and natural. While having breakfast in a small cafe located in the city center, remember that the morning started with “Batumi coffee” like the locals.

10:00

Now that you’ve had a delicious breakfast, it’s time to explore the cultural sites. The Adjara region of Georgia is known for its unique culture and untouched nature. You can visit cultural sites and enjoy nature in one day. In the morning, visit the Batumi Archaeological Museum, which displays stone, bronze, and iron artifacts found in southwestern Georgia, as well as ancient, Hellenistic, Roman, Byzantine, and late medieval artifacts. The museum also houses a gold fund that confirms information about the country of Colchis.

11:30

Take a short walk to Europe Square, where you will see the “Medea Statue” and learn about the myths of the Argonauts and the story of the Golden Fleece. If you continue your exploration of “Old Batumi” by walking to Batumi Piazza, you will create beautiful memories by observing the city’s architecture and colorful mosaics. All of this will take you back in time.

13:00

Wherever you go, wherever you are, you will be greeted by Georgian hospitality and exquisite Adjarian cuisine. For lunch, try the delicious Adjarian khachapuri, boat-shaped, crispy, with egg yolk and butter. Many restaurants also offer a master class service to learn how to make Adjarian khachapuri. Afternoon tea is always a good idea, especially the local tea, which is harvested in the meadows of Adjara.

14:30

Drive to the Batumi Botanical Garden, which has one of the most diverse flower collections in Europe. The centuries-old garden creates harmony between pure nature, mind and soul. You will be able to fully relax in nature and appreciate the unforgettable views. The next stop should be the 6th-century Petra Fortress, overlooking the Black Sea coast. Previously, a strategic military-economic trade center was located here. The archaeological complex includes a citadel, a city and a settlement, palace ruins, ancient baths, a farm and soldiers' quarters, as well as a 6th-7th-century basilica, which is the remains of the Episcopal Cathedral of St. Peter.

17:30

After returning to Batumi, for a perfect view of the city, you can take the Batumi cable car called “Argo” and see the city skyline from the cable car, as well as see one of the most beautiful sunsets over the sea. Batumi is an ideal place for shopping. You can visit several shops, independent boutiques and Georgian designer stores. Local designers will guide you in choosing the best items of the season. After a day full of various activities, take some time to relax and prepare for a Georgian dinner.

20:30

Georgian gastronomy is distinguished by a wide selection for gourmets, including vegetarians. Taste traditional dishes of authentic cuisine. Wine is inseparable from the Georgian table. Winemaking in Georgia dates back 8000 years. The traditional technique of Georgian winemaking, which uses a traditional clay vessel called “qvevri”, is on the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage List. Therefore, you can also taste unique varieties of wines.

23:00

At the end of a beautiful day, if you want to experience Batumi's nightlife, choose a bar with live music, even on the top floor of a building. While ordering cocktails, enjoy the night views of Batumi.
Famous Georgian hospitality, rich biodiversity, ancient historical and cultural heritage, unique cuisine and wine led to Batumi being named “European Best Hidden Gem 2022”.

Source: europeanbestdestinations.com

Also at the World Travel Awards ceremony, Batumi won the nomination and was named as the "World's Leading Emerging Tourism Destination 2022".