Discover Batumi: Old Town, Boulevard and Coast

Batumi brings together historic streets, a long coastal boulevard and a botanical garden. Start planning with the things that matter most to you.

Old Batumi and its sights

Old Batumi preserves traces of almost 2,000 years of history. Its streets bring together neoclassical, eclectic, Art Nouveau and Oriental architectural elements. The different styles give the Old Town a cultural and historical focus, and invite visitors to look out for architectural contrasts.

Batumi’s sights include Batumi Piazza, the Alphabet Tower, the Neptune Fountain, the Medea statue, the astronomical clock and historic colonnades. Also among them are the lighthouse dating from 1863, and the sculptures Ali and Nino and Rotation. Religious buildings round out the selection: the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Virgin Mary, the Orta Jame Mosque and the Catholic Church of the Holy Spirit. The range spans Old Town streets and colonnades, towers, sculptures and religious buildings.

Boulevard and Botanical Garden

Batumi Boulevard stretches for seven kilometres along the sea. It has cycle paths for leisurely rides along the coast. The boulevard is also home to around 45,000 trees and plants, including 10,000 evergreens. Its length and extensive planting offer two distinct aspects of this coastal area: cycling along the paths and enjoying a green setting.

The Botanical Garden lies about nine kilometres from the centre of Batumi, on the subtropical slopes of Mtsvane Kontskhi, and offers panoramic views of the city and coast. It stretches for almost a kilometre along the coast and contains three main parks, nine floristic sections and a Colchic reserve. For a relaxing tour, you can use an electric car; picnics or camping can also be arranged, and you can hire a guide. Check the availability of these services before your visit, as arrangements may change.

Yachts and coastal activities

The Batumi Yacht Club rents out yachts near the Alphabet Tower and the Ali and Nino monument. Yacht excursions from Batumi follow the boulevard towards Gonio; schedules and operators may vary. The yacht rental near these landmarks and the coastal route are two specific aspects to consider when planning your trip.

Getting there and public transport

Trains run from Tbilisi and Kutaisi to Batumi several times a day, stopping at Batumi Central station in the city centre. Frequency and schedules may change, so it is advisable to check the information before travelling. Batumi’s city buses are adapted for passengers with disabilities and equipped with digital timetable systems. This equipment may be further developed over time.

Culinary traditions in Adjara

In Adjara, the mountain way of life has made dairy products basic ingredients in many regional dishes. Kaimagi, a characteristic dairy dish, is typically served with mchadi and cheese. Highland Adjara is also known for a distinctive string cheese. The boat-shaped Adjarian khachapuri is associated with Adjara’s fishing history; Tsolikouri wine is also produced in Adjara. These regional specialities add a culinary perspective on Adjara to Batumi’s cultural and scenic offerings.

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