Georgia · 3 days · 16 stops
3 days in Batumi – a ready-made itinerary
Batumi sits on the Black Sea, backed by the green mountains of Adjara. One day covers the old town and the harbour, one the Botanical Garden and the boulevard, one the hinterland and the coast to the south. In town you walk; further out, minibuses and taxis take you.
In short
- Length
- 3 days, 16 stops
- Highlights
- Cathedral of the Mother of God, Botanical Garden, Makhuntseti Waterfall, Piazza, Europe Square
- Where to stay
- Old town, Along the boulevard
- Getting around
- The old town, boulevard and harbour are close together – you can walk between them.
- Best time to go
- Late May to early October is swimming season; July and August are hot, humid and crowded.
Free, sign in with an email code. In the app you only pick your start date and adjust the plan.
Plan created with AI support – please check opening hours, prices and routes before you go. YesTrip editorial team · Updated: .
Top things to do in Batumi
13 places you should not miss in Batumi – each one is in the plan below with a time and the way there.
- Cathedral of the Mother of GodA Gothic Revival church built around 1900 as a Catholic church, now Georgian Orthodox. Cover shoulders and knees; women wear a scarf.Day 1
- PiazzaAn Italian-style square with mosaics, a clock tower and cafés. Still quiet in the morning.Day 1
- Europe SquareThe large square with the statue of Medea holding the Golden Fleece. The Argonaut legend is set in ancient Colchis on this coast.Day 1
- Argo cable carThe gondola climbs to a hill above the city. At the top you look over the harbour, the old town and the coast.Day 1
Alphabetic TowerA 130 m tower by the sea, wrapped in the 33 letters of the Georgian alphabet. It is lit up at night.Day 1- Botanical GardenA huge garden on the Green Cape, 9 km north of the city, with plants from many climate zones and sea views. Wear good shoes – it is steep in places.Day 2
Orta Jame MosqueThe 19th-century mosque reflects Adjara's Muslim tradition. Do not disturb during prayer times.Day 2- 6 May ParkA large city park with a lake and old trees, just behind the beach.Day 2
- Batumi BoulevardThe long promenade along the pebble beach, with palms and a cycle path. At sunset, walk back along the water towards the old town.Day 2
- Makhuntseti WaterfallA waterfall in the green Adjaristskali valley, about an hour from the city. Nearby stands a medieval stone arch bridge.Day 3
Gonio FortressA Roman fortress with well-preserved walls and towers. Legend says the Apostle Matthias is buried here.Day 3
Kvariati beachA pebble beach with clear water and green slopes behind it. Good for swimming; water shoes help.Day 3
Ali and NinoMoving steel figures of a couple on the shore, who turn towards each other and glide through one another. Lit up after dark.Day 3
Day 1
The old town and harbour
Cathedral of the Mother of God
A Gothic Revival church built around 1900 as a Catholic church, now Georgian Orthodox. Cover shoulders and knees; women wear a scarf.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Cathedral of the Mother of Godabout 10 min on foot
Piazza
An Italian-style square with mosaics, a clock tower and cafés. Still quiet in the morning.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Piazzaabout 5 min on foot
Europe Square
The large square with the statue of Medea holding the Golden Fleece. The Argonaut legend is set in ancient Colchis on this coast.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Europe Squareabout 2.2 km as the crow flies – by bus, train or taxi
Fish market
You pick fresh fish from the Black Sea, and the kitchens next door fry it for you.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Fish marketabout 25 min on foot
Argo cable car
The gondola climbs to a hill above the city. At the top you look over the harbour, the old town and the coast.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Argo cable carabout 2.3 km as the crow flies – by bus, train or taxi
Alphabetic Tower
A 130 m tower by the sea, wrapped in the 33 letters of the Georgian alphabet. It is lit up at night.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Alphabetic Tower
Day 2
Botanical Garden and the boulevard
Botanical Garden
A huge garden on the Green Cape, 9 km north of the city, with plants from many climate zones and sea views. Wear good shoes – it is steep in places.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Botanical GardenMinibus or taxi back to the centre, about 20 min.
Central market
A market hall with fruit, cheese, spices and churchkhela. Nearby you find Adjarian khachapuri, the cheese bread with an egg.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Central marketabout 15 min on foot
Orta Jame Mosque
The 19th-century mosque reflects Adjara's Muslim tradition. Do not disturb during prayer times.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Orta Jame Mosqueabout 20 min on foot
6 May Park
A large city park with a lake and old trees, just behind the beach.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): 6 May Parkabout 10 min on foot
Batumi Boulevard
The long promenade along the pebble beach, with palms and a cycle path. At sunset, walk back along the water towards the old town.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Batumi Boulevard
Day 3
Mountains and the southern coast
Makhuntseti Waterfall
A waterfall in the green Adjaristskali valley, about an hour from the city. Nearby stands a medieval stone arch bridge.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Makhuntseti WaterfallMinibus or taxi back to Batumi and on to Gonio, about 1.5 hours in total.
Gonio Fortress
A Roman fortress with well-preserved walls and towers. Legend says the Apostle Matthias is buried here.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Gonio Fortressabout 15 min on foot
Fish restaurants in Gonio
Along the coast road there are many places serving grilled fish and Georgian food.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Fish restaurants in Gonioabout 2.2 km as the crow flies – by bus, train or taxi
Kvariati beach
A pebble beach with clear water and green slopes behind it. Good for swimming; water shoes help.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Kvariati beachabout 13.9 km as the crow flies – by bus, train or taxi
Ali and Nino
Moving steel figures of a couple on the shore, who turn towards each other and glide through one another. Lit up after dark.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Ali and Nino
Good to know
Best time to go
Late May to early October is swimming season; July and August are hot, humid and crowded. Batumi is one of the wettest cities in Georgia, and heavy rain can fall even in summer. Spring and autumn are quieter and mild.
Getting around
The old town, boulevard and harbour are close together – you can walk between them. City buses and minibuses run to the Botanical Garden and Gonio, and taxis are easiest to order by app. The airport lies just south of the city, a short ride from the centre.
Where to stay
Old town
The Piazza, cathedral and harbour on foot, with many cafés and small hotels. The beach is only minutes away.
Along the boulevard
Close to the beach and the park, with sea views. Noisy and busy in high season.
Ad Where to stay in Batumi? Compare prices: Old town · Along the boulevard
Your plan
Start with this plan.
Copy it into YesTrip, pick your dates and make it yours: move stops, drop them or let the AI add more. On the road the app shows you the next stop and how to get there.
Batumi: frequently asked questions
What are the must-see sights in Batumi?
The must-see sights in Batumi are Cathedral of the Mother of God, Piazza, Europe Square, Argo cable car, Alphabetic Tower and Botanical Garden. This plan links 13 of them into short walks over 3 days – with times, a map and tips.
Are 3 days enough for Batumi?
For the city, the Botanical Garden and one trip out, yes. With more time, the Adjara mountains or onward travel to Tbilisi are worth it.
Can I swim in Batumi?
Yes, from late May to early October. The beaches are pebbly; water shoes make getting in easier.
Do I need a visa for Georgia?
Check your government's official travel advice for the current entry rules before you go, as they can change.
How do I get to the Botanical Garden?
By city bus, minibus or taxi in about 20 minutes. Allow several hours for the garden itself.
Plan created with AI support – please check opening hours, prices and routes before you go. Coordinates checked with Wikipedia and OpenStreetMap (Photon). Photo: Irma Laghadze ირმა ლაღაძე, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons. More in Sources & licences. YesTrip is a trip planner, not a travel agency – nothing is booked.
More trip plans
Georgia · 3 daysTbilisi
Photo: Alexey Komarov, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Armenia · 3 daysYerevan
Photo: Սէրուժ Ուրիշեան (Serouj Ourishian), CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Azerbaijan · 3 daysBaku
Photo: Faik Nagiyev, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
.jpg){kind=link}
