6 Must-See Attractions in Batumi

Walking along the coastline of Batumi is relaxing and full of cultural experiences. The boulevard is probably the oldest attraction of the city; its construction started in 1881 when the Governor assigned Reseller, a German gardener to create a park along the shore of the Old Town. Nowadays, the length of it reaches to 12 kilometres and is divided into ‘old’ and ‘new’ boulevards. You can see the original park with the new addition of modern benches, sculptures and fountains. During summertime, the avenue is full of beach bars, clubs and cafes. From here, you can also watch a beautiful sunset.

If you come to Batumi in summer and want to run away the hot and humid days, Sputnik is the place to be. Sputnik is a hotel located two kilometres away from the center on Batumi HIll. The name in Russian means ‘Sattelite’ and perfectly describes the location of the venue because of the breathtaking panoramic views of the whole city and the sea. Built around tropical plants and trees, Sputnik is one of the best places to relax and enjoy an evening.

If you love fish and seafood, you need to go to the fish market in Batumi to get the freshest products. You can buy to prepare yourself or ask to have what you buy cooked for you just next door. To get here from the city center, take a bus number 10 toward Makhinjauri and get off after Revenue Service or ask the driver to help you out. The market is on the left side of the road.

Founded by Russian botanist, the Batumi Botanical Garden opened in 1912. Located in a small town called Mtsvane Kontskhi (‘Green Cape’) just 10 kilometres away from the Batumi, the garden is one of the biggest in the former Soviet Union when it further developed and expanded. You can walk around and admire some beautiful flora and fauna, enjoy the views of the coastline or even watch a beautiful sunset.