What are the best things to do in Batumi?
Top picks in Batumi include Music fountain, Batumi Botanical Garden, Medea statue, Cathedral of the Mother of God. See the full list and itinerary on this Batumi travel guide.
Why visit Batumi
Travel guide for Batumi, Georgia — practical tips, places to visit, and planning help.
Batumi is a stop in Georgia, not a country-in-a-weekend. Plan about 3 days. If time is short, prioritise Music fountain, Batumi Botanical Garden, Medea statue instead of racing the whole list. Mid-range ground costs are about 40–100 USD per person per day, excluding international flights. Best time: November–March for cooler, drier conditions. Rankings, stay length and cost bands on this page come from Global Itinerary’s trip-planning models.
Best time
November–March for cooler, drier conditions
Weather
Varies from tropical to temperate depending on the season
Experiences
Things to do in Batumi
1
Music fountain
2
Batumi Botanical Garden
3
Medea statue
4
Cathedral of the Mother of God
5
Church of the Holy Spirit
6
Armenian Cathedral of Christ the Savior
7
Aqua Park
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6 May Park
Budget travel
Free things to do in Batumi
Music fountain
Batumi Botanical Garden
Cathedral of the Mother of God
Church of the Holy Spirit
Armenian Cathedral of Christ the Savior
Aqua Park
6 May Park
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Batumi itinerary (3 days)
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Music fountain
- Visit Batumi Botanical Garden
- Visit Medea statue
- Eat at Fish market
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Cathedral of the Mother of God
- Visit Church of the Holy Spirit
- Visit Armenian Cathedral of Christ the Savior
- Eat at Kozlovichi
- 3
Day 3
Markets, parks & hidden corners
- Visit Aqua Park
- Visit 6 May Park
- Eat at Maspindzeli-First Adjarian Restaurant
Budget
Batumi trip cost
Budget
USD 20–40
per person / day
Mid-range
USD 40–100
per person / day
Luxury
USD 115–190+
per person / day
Typical on-the-ground spend in Batumi, Georgia. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury. Figures exclude international flights.
Trip budget estimator
Typical mid-range for Batumi
Estimated total (USD)
$1,935
≈ $968 per person · $276 per day group total
Ground costs ≈ $70/person/day (lodging + food + transport + activities)
Defaults match Batumi mid-range ground costs (budget 20–40 · mid 40–100 · luxury 115–190+ USD/day). Edit freely — flights vary by origin.
Where to eat
Local favourites
Fish market
Since Batumi is also a seaport, you have to try the fish here! Head to the local Fish Market, buy some of your choice and take with you to y
Kozlovichi
Great atmospheric place in town. Homemade delicious food and local Batumi beer. Grandmothers cook very tasty.
Maspindzeli-First Adjarian Restaurant
Very nice place with good atmosphere and delicious Georgian cuisine. If you want to try perfect Adjarian dishes in town go here.
Batumis Shawarma
Excellent shawarma. Everything is very simple and delicious.
Mary's Irish Bar Batumi
Tasty food: great burgers and delicious Irish breakfast. Vegetarian options available. Ten beer taps. Friendly and warm atmosphere. The most
Adjara
A wide variety of different kinds of local and international food (khachapuris, pkhalis, pakhlava etc.) If you crave for something sweet the
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
Hotel EraPalace
Hotel Black Sea Star
Reasonably clean. A/C, wifi, breakfast available. View from balcony on top is noteworthy.
Hotel Lavro
Hotel Ritsa
Clean, smart and modern hotel located in the old town.
- $
Gulnasi's Guesthouse
It's possible to use the kitchen; hot showers, Wi-Fi, free meals will be offered frequently. Outside the summer season the same place is als
Shopping
- Goodwill Supermarket
- Carrefour
- Metro City Forum
- Nikora Supermarket
Nightlife
- Sinner's Bar & Kitchen
Museums & culture
- Cathedral of the Mother of God
- Church of the Holy Spirit
- Armenian Cathedral of Christ the Savior
In pictures
Batumi gallery
Photos: Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa/U.S. 6th Fleet, Krzysztof Ziarnek, Kenraiz, Sosotedrd, Zviad Avaliani, Vicuna R — via Wikimedia Commons
Good to know
Batumi travel FAQs
When is the best time to visit Batumi?
November–March for cooler, drier conditions.
How many days do I need in Batumi?
Plan at least 3 days in Batumi for the highlights on our suggested itinerary; add more time for day trips.
Where should I stay in Batumi?
Popular stays in Batumi include Hotel EraPalace, Hotel Black Sea Star, Hotel Lavro. Book central areas if you want to walk to major sights.
How much does a trip to Batumi cost?
On the ground in Batumi (excluding international flights), budget travellers often spend about 20–40 per person per day, mid-range about 40–100, and luxury about 115–190+ (USD). Typical on-the-ground spend in Batumi, Georgia. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury.
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