When is the best time to fly to Georgia? Where to go in Georgia. Independent travel, short guide. Resorts of Georgia by the sea

Gamarjoba to everyone! Today I’ll tell you about the weather in Georgia by month, about the holiday season at sea and in the mountains in Georgia, when it’s best to go to Sakartvelo, I’ll show you photos of the regions of Georgia in different time of the year.

You can go to Georgia when you have the opportunity and desire. Peak tourist season falls in July-August. As for me, the ideal time to visit Georgia is May and September, when it is warm, but not hellishly hot. You can swim in the sea; there is no snow in the mountains. There are not many tourists yet big choice housing for rent affordable prices. Read more about this below.

When is the best time to relax at sea?

In general, the climate of Georgia is milder and hotter than in Moscow, Minsk or Kyiv.

On the coast of Adjara (Batumi, Ureki) the climate is mild subtropical. Relatively warm (but wet and chilly) winter (+7) with rain and hot summer (+27+30).

The weather in Batumi and other coastal cities can be changeable. It often rains in spring. Comfortable temperatures for swimming in the sea are from mid-June to early October. We swam at the end of May, the water was still cool at that time. You can swim in the sea until mid-October, but the water is already cold (+20C)

Holidays in the mountains

For the sake of mountain landscapes and beautiful views The best time to go to the mountains of Georgia is from May to October, when the roads are open, the snow has already melted, everything is growing and blooming, there is no rain or fog. From late October to April there may be rain, snow, fog, and ice.

It is clear that you can go to the mountains all year round. We went in February, March, May and June. Each season has its own charm and beauty.

Gudauri in winter

Hatsvali in winter (Svaneti)

Holidays in Georgia in winter

Georgia in December

During the day in Tbilisi +5+10, at night 0+5. There is sub-zero temperature in the mountains.

Winter in Georgia is warmer than in Minsk or Moscow, but the sun is not always there.

If you don't know how to dress, you can read ☞. Need warm clothes.

There may be fog and rain in the valleys, and snow in the mountains.

There is almost no one in Batumi. Fountains don't work

Georgia in January

January is not the best month to explore Georgia

Winter is winter. In 2015 there was no snow in January, the winter was warm, but this is not an indicator. In 2016, there was snow in Tbilisi, and even in Batumi there were snowdrifts on the boulevard

There may be fog and sleet in Kakheti and Batumi

In winter, many fly to Georgia for ski resorts, which have lower prices than resorts in southern Russia

I recommend reading it

Tbilisi center in winter

You can drink wine and eat khinkali at any time of the year!

Georgia in February

From February to mid-March I walked around Tbilisi in a hat and winter jacket. ☞

The temperature remained +5+7, sometimes dropped to 0 C, it snowed a couple of times, but then melted.

There is relatively little sun in February

There is no snow in the cities (Tbilisi, Kutaisi), but sometimes it rains. Cold and chilly

If you are traveling in winter, look for accommodation with normal heating. There is no central heating in Georgia, so everyone warms their home as best they can. If there is no heating in your apartment or hotel, you will freeze. Read more about

There is snow everywhere in the mountains

Traffic is periodically blocked due to snow avalanches and landslides

There are enough people at the ski resorts of Bakuryani, but there are no queues for the lift. Nobody really bothers anyone

Tbilisi February 23

Children in Tbilisi in February wearing warm clothes

Tbilisi in February

Turtle Lake Tbilisi in February

Gudauri in February

Holidays in Georgia in spring

Weather in Georgia in March

At the beginning of March, gardens bloom in western Georgia, Tbilisi blooms from the end of March

During the day in the first half of March it was still snowing, in the second half of March it was warm during the day (+15-20), but cold at night. The weather is changeable. Today it can be +19, and tomorrow it can be sharply +7, and at night it can even drop to 0.

Closer to the middle of the month it was possible to wear a dress with short sleeve, but the wind is cold, in the evenings you need a jacket

There is snow in the mountains (from 2000 m), below that there is no snow by the end of March. At this time you can already go to Svaneti, but it’s better later.

At the end of March 2016, the Upper Lars crossing was closed for several days due to snowfalls in Gudauri. If you are planning a trip to Georgia via Vladikavkaz in March, keep in mind that the road may be closed on any day

In Mestia and the surrounding area there was snow at the end of March, the temperature was below zero at night, and +8 during the day

Batumi is still sleeping in March. Damp, no tourists

In March in Tbilisi you can wear an autumn jacket, and sometimes a winter one won’t hurt.

Follow the link ☞

Kutaisi in March

Streets of Mestia (Svaneti) in March

Svaneti in March

Road to Svaneti in March

When there is no sun, everything is not so rosy. Svaneti in March

Georgian Military Road in March

Weather in Georgia in April

April is the most unpredictable month in Georgia. The temperature jumps between +6 and +25. Mostly sunny in Tbilisi, Kakheti, Borjomi, Kutaisi

It can be damp and chilly in Batumi, especially in the evening and at night. Daytime temperature up to +12+22, cold sea +7+11

Everything is blooming, aromas fill the streets of cities

Be sure to visit in April if you're on the coast

In the mountains +5+10, at night it drops to 0, sometimes sub-zero temperatures. Above 1800 there is still snow

There may be snow in the mountains along the Georgian Military Road, there may also be snow near the Trinity Church in Gergeti, but the road itself is most often open in April

You can read about it in detail - there are photos about the weather in different regions what clothes to take and what vegetables and fruits to eat at this time

Relaxing on the balcony in an apartment in Tbilisi, early April

Batumi Botanical Garden in April

Holidays in Georgia in May

It’s already warm in Georgia in May, but at the end of the month it can be +30

Ideal month to visit Tbilisi, Kutaisi, Kakheti, David Gareji

In May there is a festival of young wine

In the Mountains at night up to +10, during the day +15+20. Kazbegi is already possible

The beaches of Batumi, Ureki and Kobuleti are deserted. Dolphins in Batumi swim straight to the shore

You can swim in the sea at the end of May, but the water is still cold (+18+19)

May 26 is Independence Day of Georgia. Main Public Holiday countries. On this day and the day before, Rustaveli Avenue is blocked, a parade is held, fireworks display in the evening

Kakheti in May

Mtskheta in May

Kakheti in May

Georgian Military Road in May

In the Kazbegi region in May

In May, there was still snow in some places in the mountains along the Georgian Military Road

Trinity Church of Gergeti in May

Tbilisi in May

Georgia in summer

Georgia in June

A good month to visit Georgia. You can go to the mountains and to the sea.

Tourists are actively traveling

The sea in Adjara and Guria is already warm. At the beginning of June +20C, in the middle of the month +21+23C, by the end of June it warms up to +24

From mid-June the beaches are filled with people. There are no people yet in early June

In Batumi during the day +25+29, at night +15+19. In Kakheti the temperature is +30, in Tbilisi it has also been hot since the beginning of June

The temperature in the mountains is comfortable (+25), but it is better to conquer peaks above 3-4000 meters (Kazbek, Tetnuld) in July

Lake Lopota in Kakheti in June

Batumi in June

Beaches near the Batumi Botanical Garden at the end of May

Batumi beach in early June. In July and August there is no place for apples to fall

Holidays in July-August

Peak season

The cities are very hot and stuffy (+32+36), even a bit hot in the mountains

tiring and uncomfortable, especially during the day

In August it is better to go to the mountains or to the sea. I recommend reading the article about the features - it answers most questions about beaches, cleanliness of the sea, where it is better to go with children, etc.

If you decide to visit David Gareji, then go early in the morning (at 7 am) so that you can leave there by noon. Bring water and a snack with you.

It is better not to visit David Gareji and Vashlovani during the day in July-August. Maybe under 40 - evaporate in the desert

Many tourists in Tbilisi, Svaneti, Batumi, Kakheti, on the Georgian Military Road

It is better to book accommodation in advance, especially if you need something on a budget. You can read the link,

There are a lot of people on the beaches

If you want to find a secluded place for a tent on the coast, then in July or August it makes sense to look for such a place in the north of Kobuleti, in the villages of Shekvetili or Grigoleti, on wild beaches Tsikhisdziri.

An abundance of fresh vegetables and fruits low prices(buy at the markets and bargain!)

If you are planning to rent an apartment, read other people's reviews and rent one with air conditioning or high ceilings

Batumi in summer

My dear friend Anna Romanova, who vacationed in Batumi in the summer, kindly shared photos of Batumi beaches in the second half of August:

There may be waves in the sea

There are a lot of empty sun loungers. People come with their own towels and lie down for free.

The beach is big, there is a lot of space. People are located along the edge of the sea.

There are a lot of people closer to the shore

Georgia in September

The weather in Georgia in September is simply perfect (+25+27)

The grapes ripen in September. It is collected from the beginning of September to October 10

If you are traveling in September, be sure to leave at least a couple of days for the grape harvest.

Fresh grape juice and churchkhela appear

Watermelons, tomatoes, tangerines, hazelnuts are available in abundance

It is comfortable to swim in the sea until the end of September - beginning of October (water +25C)

Comfortable temperature for sightseeing (not as damn hot as in summer)

It's warm in the mountains (+20+23)

The tourist season is on the decline, so they are decreasing

If you are thinking about going to Georgia in the fall, I recommend reading my article about - there I talk in detail with photos about the weather and features of recreation and accommodation on the Black Sea coast of Georgia in the fall, as well as about the weather in Tbilisi and Mtskheta.

Deserted beach in Gonio in September

Persimmons are ripening in Adjara

Ureki at the end of September. There are few people on the beach

Georgia in October

In October the weather starts to change

In the first half of the month you can still swim in the sea. In 2015, people swam in the sea in Batumi until October 30th. The air is warm (+25), the water is cool (+20, drops to +16 by the end of the month)

In the Batumi area the temperature is +23+25C, and it rains more often. At night the temperature drops to +10+13

Because of the rains, apartments in Batumi become damp. I have to turn on the heating.

In Adjara Golden autumn just starting in the second half of October

If you want to catch the grape harvest in Kakheti, you need to go before the 20th of October

In the mountains it can be +8+10, frost at night

There is a golden autumn in Svaneti in October (until the end of October)

At the end of October there will most likely be no snow below 2000 m, but there may be fog and rain

More about ours (weather, water temperature, what to do)

October 27 on the beach in Batumi

Tsikhisdziri (Adjara) in mid-October. Everything green, +25

Georgia in November

In the mountains there is a high probability of fog, rain, hail and snow

On the Cross Pass (on the road to Kazbegi) there may be snow and ice already at the beginning of the month.

Temperatures can drop to -5C

If you go to the mountains for landscapes and colors, then it is better to do it in September and October. There will be no more colors in November.

If you want to see golden autumn in the mountains, then go to Adjara - there it lasts until the end of November

It may rain in Batumi, +18+20

In Tbilisi up to +15+20, sunny. At night the temperature can drop to +3+5. If you rent a home, look for an apartment with heating. We filmed in November - it was warm.

More about ours (air temperature, rain, what to do)

Tbilisi at the end of November

Adjara in November - there’s no smell of autumn in the valleys

In November it rains often in Batumi and the sea is stormy

It's golden autumn in mid-November in Adjara

Conclusion

Thus, the weather in Georgia (and especially in Adjara), as elsewhere, is unpredictable. For example, in 2011 there was no snow in the mountains, and in 2015 it snowed even in Batumi in March, when the gardens in Tbilisi were already blooming.

The summer of 2015 and summer of 2016 were rainy in Adjara, but in the fall it was hot and the sun shone more often. The winter of 2016 became unusually cold and snowy for Batumi; in the spring the weather was also changeable.

The ideal time for a seaside holiday is June and September. There are a lot of people in July and August, but the sea is warm.

It is better to go to the mountains in the Kazbegi region and to Svaneti for the sake of beautiful scenery and camping with a tent from May to mid-October (golden autumn). If you want to see golden autumn in November, then go to the highlands of Adjara.

In winter, the Georgian Military Road may be closed due to avalanches and landslides. Take this fact into account and check the weather on the Georgian Military Road on the day of your trip. Also in winter, the minibus to Mestia (Svaneti) may be canceled.

You can explore Tbilisi at any time of the year, but in July and August it is very hot and stuffy, and in December and January it can rain or snow.

I recommend reading my article about how and in which areas it is more convenient to live. The site I used during my travels to the Caucasus: link to apartments in Georgia

Be sure to read my articles:

Dear travelers and vacationers! This article is for informational purposes only and describes historical weather. Based on this data, you can roughly imagine what the weather will be like in different regions of Georgia during your trip.

I am not involved in weather forecasting for a specific date.

Have a nice weather! Sincerely,

Weather in Georgia by month with photos. When is the best time to go to Georgia?

Excursions to the sights of Georgia can begin with Tbilisi, which is located between picturesque hills and is conventionally divided into Old and New. In Old Tbilisi you can see the Narikala complex, cathedrals Sioni and Sameba, the churches of Metekhi and Anchiskhati, and in Novy there are modern buildings of the Ministry of Justice, unusual buildings of Rike Park, the Peace Bridge and other attractions.

Kutaisi is also interesting. Most of it is occupied by ancient temples: the Bagrat Temple, the Motsameta Monastery, etc. The ancient town of Mtskheta with its wooded mountains and the towering cathedrals of Svetistskhoveli and Javari is also worthy of attention. Mtskheta was the ancient capital of Georgia.

Vardzia is an interesting cave monastery complex of the 12th-13th centuries in the Samtskhe-Javakheti region - churches, chapels, cells, baths, refectories, libraries that rise above the left bank of the Mtkvari River.

The city of Telavi is interesting, located in the valleys of the Iori and Alazani rivers. In addition to the wealth of ancient temples and monasteries, it is the center of Georgian winemaking. Uplistsikhe is the oldest rocky Georgian city located on the shore mountain river Mtkvari. You should not ignore the Svan Towers in Mestia. Here, every house has the famous Svan fortress towers - there is no analogue to them in the world.

Also outstanding attractions are the Ananuri and Khertvisi fortress, as well as the Alaverdi Cathedral, the Safara and Gelati monasteries, the Sataplia and Tskhaltubo karst caves and many others.

Popular resorts in Georgia

The resort of Borjomi is famous for its. It is surrounded by mountain ranges covered with coniferous and deciduous forests, and is located in the gorge of the river. Chickens. The resort is distinguished by clean mountain air, moderate temperatures both in summer and winter.

Not far from Borjomi there are the resorts of Tsagveri, Tsemi, Likani, Patara-Tsemi and others. Near Kutaisi, in the valley of the Tskaltubo River, surrounded by hills, is the beautiful resort of Tskhaltubo. Which is famous for its thermal radon mineral waters.

Also not far from Kutaisi, on the slope of the Meskheti ridge and in the gorge of the Tsablaristskali River, the mountain resort of Sairme is located. The mineral water of these places is used to treat digestive diseases, metabolic disorders, urination... Shovi is considered the highest balneological resort in Georgia, which is rich in forests and carbon dioxide bicarbonate sodium-calcium waters.

Not far from Shovi there are glaciers and alpine lakes. Akhtala is the only Georgian resort with mud therapy in the Alazani Valley. It is also one of the main viticulture and gardening areas in Georgia.

Let us also note Bakuriani - a climatic and climatic-balneo-therapeutic resort in Georgia, and Gudauri - the youngest ski resort in the Caucasus.

Resorts of Georgia by the sea

The village of Sarpi is a small resort surrounded by the greenery of tangerine gardens near Turkey. The resort of Kvariati is located between Sarpi and Gonio. It is famous for its long and wide beaches.

As for Mtsvane-Kontskhi or Cape Verde, this resort is unique in that you can live both on the Black Sea coast and on the territory of the botanical garden, among vines and exotic flowers.

When is the best time to go to Georgia on vacation?

The best time to visit Georgia depends on the region, but due to the local climate, you can have a great holiday here at any time. The best time to travel to Tbilisi is from early May to mid-October, but you should remember that mid-summer is a hot period for the city. But summer is the time to visit the country’s seaside and thermal resorts.

Sea beaches are open from mid-May to the end of September.

Georgia is good in winter mountainous areas when ski resorts start operating. The only thing that is important to remember is the northeastern winds, which aggravate the feeling of cold, although the air temperature in the middle mountains rarely drops below -6ºС.

It is believed that the most favorable time to visit Georgia is spring, when nature blooms and cities are surrounded by greenery. The weather during this period is not very hot, although rain is quite common. And at the beginning of autumn, in addition to the comfortable weather, a variety of fruits is added.

Traditionally, the list of gifts includes wine and chacha, sweets, Georgian cheese and seasonings. You can also bring a wine horn, a national costume or jewelry from Georgia, which is created here by master enamellers.

What to take with you to Georgia?

Depending on the period and region of your visit to Georgia, you should remember that the weather in the mountains is unpredictable and capricious: even in the hottest months in the mountains it can be windy and cool, so an umbrella and warm clothes will not hurt. For example, thermal underwear, which perfectly retains heat and removes moisture.

If your goal is to study historical monuments, you need comfortable shoes.

Holidays in Georgia with children

If you go to the sea with children on short period, then it is better to settle in Batumi. They will be interested in the water park, dolphinarium, zoo and cable car ride. And if for a couple of weeks, then it is better to stay in Kvariati or Gonio. There is little entertainment there, a very clean sea and healing mountain air, but the coast is quite deep.

An excellent place for families with children is Ureki, where there is a shallow sea, tall pine trees and healing magnetite sand.

In this article I will talk about all aspects of independent seaside holidays in Batumi: how to get there, where to live, prices for housing and food, what to see, where to have fun and much, much more.

General information about Batumi

Batumi is the third largest city in Georgia and its largest seaport. Over the past ten years, the Georgian authorities have made a lot of efforts to turn Batumi into a “showcase” of modern European Georgia, and in many ways they have succeeded.

Wonderland Park Batumi

Colonnade in Primorsky Park

New Batumi

In addition, in the vicinity of the city there are many interesting attractions that can be reached either independently or with a guided tour.

Batumi is the only beach city in Georgia; all the others (, etc.) are rather villages with very limited residential, shopping and entertainment infrastructure. In Batumi, you can live for a week or a month, and every day you can find a new interesting activity.

Cycling along Primorsky Boulevard

What is important, a vacation in Batumi can be both luxury (Batumi has several luxury hotels like Hilton and Sheraton and huge casinos) and very inexpensive - prices for housing, food and entertainment in Batumi will please even the most budget-conscious travelers.

Climate of Batumi - when is the best time to go on vacation?

The climate in Batumi is humid subtropical, determined by the proximity of the sea and the Adjara Mountains. Because of the latter, short-term rains can often occur even in summer - however, they do not cause any particular inconvenience; rather, on the contrary - in July-August the coolness they bring can be very useful.

August in Batumi

At the beginning of May it is already real summer in Batumi, but the water is still cool, best time for swimming in the sea - from mid-June to the end of September. In the first half of October, the weather can also be quite “swimable”, but the water at this time is already beginning to cool down, and it may rain more often. By the way, rains in Adjara are a year-round phenomenon due to the unique microclimate caused by the proximity of the mountains.

Prices in Batumi: accommodation, food, shopping, entertainment

Holidays in Batumi can be for every taste and budget: you can stay in the presidential suite of the Hilton or Sheraton and spend the budget of a small African country every evening at the casino, or you can relax very efficiently and economically: find and book in advance, or prepare food on your own, buying groceries on, periodically going to good and inexpensive restaurants from.

Prices in Batumi are quite humane

The topic of prices in Batumi for housing, groceries, food in cafes and restaurants is covered in a separate large article.

Batumi Beach

The total length of the Batumi beach is about seven kilometers: it stretches from almost to Batumi airport.

Batumi beach near Miracle Park

In addition, the beach is very wide, usually 50-70 meters, and in some places even 100. So, no matter how many people relax on it, the beach will never be crowded.

The beach is pebble along its entire length, and the pebbles can be quite large and sometimes sharp. To avoid discomfort when entering the water, it is best to buy yourself special rubber slippers on the first day; with them, beach life will be much more fun.

The depth on the Batumi beach begins almost immediately; already a few meters from the surf it can be chest-deep or neck-deep.

Despite the abundance of vacationers at the height of the season, the beaches of Batumi look quite clean - they are thoroughly cleaned every morning.

From the beach service: sun loungers and umbrellas are offered for rent, in some places there are sun loungers, from water activities - traditional for all major sea resorts jet skis, “bananas”, “cheesecakes” and flying behind a boat with a parachute.

Where to live in Batumi - comparison of different areas of the city

Batumi is a fairly large and diverse city. And your vacation experience will largely depend on where you stay. Therefore, it is important to choose the right area of Batumi in advance in order to get maximum pleasure and minimum discomfort.

Generally speaking, then in Old Batumi concentrated most of historical sites, museums and theaters. The advantages of this part of the city: developed infrastructure, plenty of entertainment, proximity to the bus station. Cons: a lot of people and noise.

Primorsky Boulevard and Rustaveli Avenue: here are the most fashionable and expensive hotels in the old part of the city (Hilton, Sheraton, etc.).

Rustaveli Avenue

Respectable, expensive, close to both the beach and the main entertainment - Miracle Park, the Argo cable car, restaurants and cafes near the old Seaport.

Batumi between Chavchavadze and Gorgiladze streets: exactly this better place for budget tourists. Housing prices are significantly lower than in Old Batumi, and the beach and main entertainment can be reached on foot in 15 minutes. There are relatively few tourists here, as well as noise and crowds. At the same time, this is a normal residential part of the city - there are many restaurants, cafes, shops, and several supermarkets.

New Batumi called the part of the city that stretches along the sea south of that the place where Rustaveli Avenue turns into Sheriff Khimshiashvili Street. There are many unusual buildings (for example, the “Inverted Bottle” and the most beautiful McDonald’s in the world), interesting attractions (Dancing Fountains, a water park), a huge amount of housing both in old Soviet 9-story buildings and in modern residential complexes.

Batumi McDonald's is officially recognized as the most beautiful establishment of this chain in the world

Prices are noticeably lower than in Old Batumi - especially if you rent for a long time.

House “Magnolia” in New Batumi - there are many apartments for rent here

Answers to the question “where to live in Batumi”, as well as many others (where is the sea cleaner, better beach and infrastructure, how to rent an apartment in Batumi daily and for a long time) - you will find all this in a separate large article. You will also find a selection of 20 best apartments Batumi in terms of price and quality ratio and more useful tips to select and book accommodation.

For those who prefer to live in good hotels and guesthouses, I offer my selection.

Where to eat in Batumi?

The “Sea Capital” of Georgia offers its guests a huge number of excellent cafes and restaurants for every taste and budget. There are both Georgian establishments and those specializing in Italian pizza or Ukrainian borscht.

Khachapuri at the “Adjarian Khachapur House”

I present to your attention mine.

Restaurant "Adjarian House" in New Batumi

Perhaps, before going to a restaurant or cafe, someone will be interested in learning more about and reading about.

What to see in Batumi and where to go

Batumi is a modern resort city with wide and varied opportunities to occupy your free time. In principle, the whole of Old Batumi is one great entertainment for children and adults: with a Ferris wheel and the Alphabet Tower, with dancing fountains and a colonnade, picturesque squares of Europe and Piazza.

A special pleasure is walking around:

For vacationers with children in Batumi there is a circus.

Waterpark Batumi

Another entertainment that simply cannot be missed: a visit to Batumi.

In the Botanical Garden

The topic of attractions and entertainment in Batumi is covered in great detail in a large guide to the “summer capital” of Georgia:.

If you have already seen all the most interesting things in Batumi, then I suggest you get acquainted with the nature and sights of its surroundings (and interesting places there is more than enough): - National parks, mountain resorts, ancient fortresses and much, much more.

Queen Tamara Bridge in Makhuntseti

“Fairytale” forest in Mirveti

Ancient Roman fortress in Gonio

Excursions around Batumi and Adjara – which one to choose and where to buy?

You can explore the sights of Adjara either independently or with a guided tour. In my opinion, a group excursion is clearly inferior to an individual one, especially if you are traveling with a family or a large group: the price will be almost the same, but in terms of richness of vivid impressions, an individual excursion is much better. In addition, there is no need to waste time waiting for other participants in the excursion; an individual guide will not take you to the “factory of leather jackets” and other junk, and you can also change the route according to your preferences.

For the most inquisitive travelers who want to get to know Batumi and its picturesque surroundings even better, I recommend booking a first-person excursion. Your guides will be local residents- journalists, photographers, historians and simply experts on their native places. At the booking stage, you will need to pay online only 20% of the excursion cost - the rest of the amount is given to the guide before it starts.

Shopping in Batumi: where to buy food, clothes, souvenirs

There are enough places in Batumi where you can buy high-quality and inexpensive products - for example, the central market "Parehi" and fish markets, supermarkets "Goodwill", "Willmart", "Elitmarket" and many inexpensive corner shops.

As for clothes, the residents of Batumi themselves buy it either in the markets (the quality is usually so-so), or go to neighboring Turkey for it - the border is located 30 km from Batumi.

How to get to Batumi from Moscow, St. Petersburg and Tbilisi

From Moscow and St. Petersburg you can fly to Batumi by plane or drive your car through Vladikavkaz and Tbilisi.

Price calendar for air tickets Moscow-Batumi:

There are also tricky options to fly to Vladikavkaz, and then take minibuses to Tbilisi and Batumi, or from Moscow to get to Tbilisi by bus from one of the Armenian companies operating on the Moscow-Yerevan line - but this is more for adventure seekers.

The distance between Tbilisi and Batumi is 380 km, and it can be covered by plane, train, bus, minibus or by car.

Minibuses in Batumi

By plane:

Georgian Airways flies , travel time is 40 minutes, prices start from $40.

By train:

Trains from Tbilisi arrive at the new Batumi railway station, which is located in the north-eastern part of the city, on the road to Kobuleti.

Batumi railway station

Comfortable trains (manufactured Swiss company Stadler), all seats in the carriages are seated, the carriages are single- and double-decker.

In first class you get a free bottle of water. The double-decker carriages have wi-fi and sockets for charging gadgets.

By bus:

Intercity buses from Tbilisi to Batumi depart from the Ortachala bus station, located at Tbilisi, st. Gulia, 1. The metro station closest to the bus station is called “Isani”, but from there it is still about two km to the station.

Batumi bus station

By minibus:

Minibuses from Tbilisi to Batumi depart from Didube bus station every hour from 7:00 to 24:00. Price is 20 GEL in winter and 25 in summer, travel time is about 6 hours. We arrive at the bus station not far from the lower station of the Argo cable car.

Relatively recently, another convenient opportunity to get from Tbilisi to Batumi (and to any other point in Georgia) has appeared: comfortable transfers from Gotrip.

Transfer to Batumi from the GoTrip online service

If you are traveling to Batumi with your family or a large group, you may want to consider a transfer directly to the door of your booked hotel from a Georgian online service GoTrip. During the booking process, you have the opportunity to select the class, car brand and specific driver based on reviews from previous passengers. Considering the horseman driving style of Georgian street taxi drivers and their not always serviceable cars, this is a very useful option. The price on the website is final, you won’t have to bargain with anyone.

All transport issues are discussed in more detail in a separate large article. It describes everything in as much detail as possible possible ways: by plane, by train, by bus, by your own car and even by hitchhiking.

Public transport in Batumi

Public transport in Batumi is represented by buses and minibuses.

Minibuses in Batumi: travel around the city costs 40 tetri (10 rubles), outside the city (for example, from the center to or to the airport) - 60 tetri (15 rubles).

Batumi minibuses

Buses to Batumi: tickets are sold by the conductor only in twos (“round trip”), the price is 80 tetri (20 rubles). When boarding, the ticket must be validated correctly: only one side, so that the second ticket can be used later.

Website about public transport in Batumi: batauto.ge(unfortunately, on this moment there are only Georgian and English versions).

How to get from Batumi airport to the city

Batumi Airport is located in the southern part of the city, on the road to and. You can get from the airport either by taxi or by transfer from the above-mentioned Gotrip service (from $7 for all passengers).

In addition, the most economical travelers can use bus N9 (travels along Bagrationi and Gorgiladze streets) and N10 (travels along the sea along Sherif Khimshiashvili Street and Rustaveli Avenue to the new railway station).

Other beach resorts in Georgia

The Black Sea coast of Georgia extends approximately 100 km from Anaklia in the north to the south and, in addition to Batumi, there are about a dozen more beach resorts of different sizes and comfort.

Sandy beaches are located in Guria - these are the resort villages of Grigoleti, and the most pure water– near the border with Turkey, in

Observation deck in the Botanical Garden

If for you good vacation these are noisy parties, club parties and cocktail parties in stylish bars - then Batumi and, to a lesser extent, meet these criteria in Georgia. True, in last years Anaklia has gained fame as a cheerful youth resort - but IMHO it is still “damp”.

Enjoy your holiday in Batumi!
Your Roman Mironenko

According to Georgians, the best time to visit their country is September. But this applies to those who plan to spend their holidays in Tbilisi and its surroundings. For family, ski, beach, excursion holiday the time period may be different.

September is considered best month for a holiday in Georgia for several reasons. One of the main ones is weather. Warm days they stay here until October thanks subtropical climate, which is not in Crimea. Besides:

At the end of the tourist season, hotel prices are reduced by 10-20%;
Prices for excursions are reduced;
In September, all the most popular fruits among tourists ripen in the country's gardens (watermelons, melons, feijoas, legendary ones, tangerines, hazelnuts, figs. In early autumn, all this is sold in Georgian markets at fantastically low prices ($2 for a small bucket);
The weather is still warm (+24...26°C) and allows you to sunbathe, and in the Black Sea (+22...24°C) you can still swim.

Although the velvet season is not always the best time to visit some countries, for Georgia it really is.

When is the best time to come to Batumi?

For a seaside holiday, it is better to go to Georgia during from the end of June to the end of August. In mid-summer, the air on the coast warms up to +27…30°C. In the mornings, a light breeze reaches the resorts, and at night cool air masses descend from the mountains. The temperature of the Black Sea in July-August is +25…26 °C. During the entire summer, rain falls on the coast 1-2 times. The rest of the time it's worth warm weather, but cloudy and cloudy days are not uncommon due to climatic features region.

The water temperature in the Black Sea in summer reaches +26°C. In summer, all Batumi hotels operate at full capacity and provide a full range of services: swimming pools are filled, restaurants serve a full menu, including dishes for children (milk porridge, snacks and fresh fruit). The embankment, which the sea manages to naturally “wash away” during the winter, also manages to be rebuilt by the beginning of July.

Luna parks, aquariums, playgrounds, water parks, bicycle and Segway rentals are open to capacity in July-August.

Ski holiday

The ski season officially opens in mid-December and lasts until May. But it’s better to plan your trip for the second half of January and February. There are several reasons for this:

TO mid-January snow falls in the mountains even in abnormal warm winters. The thickness of the snow cover in Gudauri in February is at least 1 meter. At the same time, the air temperature on the descents does not fall below -10 C°.
On January 15, holidays end in Georgian schools. On January 10, New Year's tourists leave the resorts.

Since 2017, the Ministry of Education has introduced a new spring break at the beginning of March, so it is better to plan your trip to fall between the winter and spring breaks.

Georgia is a country tasty food, cheerful people and amazing nature. It is visited by tourists from all over the world every year. And each of them is faced with the question of when is the best time to go to Georgia, so as not to make a mistake with the weather.

The largest number of people who came to relax in Georgia was noted in summer months. During this period, it is impossible to find free space on the resort beaches. In summer, the country experiences extreme heat that does not subside sea breeze. Because of this, excursions and walking trips are canceled for many tourists in favor of swimming.

If you want to do as much hiking as possible and are not a fan of the heat, then choose June or September for your trip. Connoisseurs of the sea and sunbathing should come in July and August - this is the swimming season.

For those who crave extreme sports and active rest The ski resorts of Georgia will be tempting. The sanatoriums will attract the attention of connoisseurs of traditional medicine.

Holidays in Georgia in winter

In winter, Georgia is famous for its mountainous regions. The fluffy tops of the peaks are not only beautiful, but also ideal for skiing and snowboarding.

However, Georgians warn skiers that during this period there is an excess of snow, many passes are simply impassable, and local roads are very rough. The speed and strength of winds also increases. Despite the fact that winter temperatures in Georgia hover around -6ºС, the wind can aggravate the feeling of cold.

Ski resorts The Caucasus is especially popular between November and May. The end of autumn - the beginning of winter is the ideal period when it is better for amateurs to go winter sports to Georgia. The mountain trails of this country have repeatedly been included in the list of the best. Professionals and amateurs will be able to find the perfect ski slope of any complexity and length. And photography connoisseurs come to capture the beauty of local nature in the winter months.

And for those who do not want to be active, the thermal resorts of Georgia are ideal. There are about 2000 springs in the country. Most of them remain in demand by locals from time immemorial.

Water flowing from the springs can cure diseases and any ailments. Traditional healers claim that Georgian waters heal eczema, psoriasis and other skin ailments.

The most popular are 9 balneological places: Borjomi, Tskhaltubo, Tbilisi, Bakhmaro, Ureki, Kobuleti, Udabno, Akhaldaba and Abastumani. It is impossible to determine the best time to relax at the springs in Georgia. Mineral water at any time of the year they will give visitors health and strength.

The low season in Georgia falls during the cold months. Despite the coolness and likelihood of precipitation, many choose the off-season to come to the country. Georgia is visited by tourists for excursions and trips to fortresses and temples.

Starting in March, the weather in Georgia is attractive for walking. +15°C — minimum temperature in early spring for the western part of Transcaucasia. However, in the vicinity of Mestia at the end of the first month of spring there is still snow, and at night the temperature remains below zero. At the beginning of spring, there are few tourists in Batumi; the city seems to be in hibernation.

In mid-spring the country is like blooming garden. The perfect time to enjoy the beauty national parks and excursions to historical city centers.

Guests of the country should go to the unique area of sulfur baths in Tbilisi-Abanotubani. The Narikala or Impregnable fortress requires special attention - “the soul and heart of Tbilisi”, the most famous and ancient monument The city is a must visit.

In mid-April, many roads to the mountains open. However, there is still snow on the peaks and precipitation may occur.

Some brave souls open the beach season as early as May. Divers begin to conquer the waters of the Black Sea in April. Cold water doesn't scare them. From May to the end of September, the seashore is open to swimming enthusiasts. The water temperature in the summer months does not drop below 22°C.

Last spring month is ideal when better for tourists vacation in Georgia.

Holidays in Georgia in summer

There are many people who want to fly to the Black Sea on vacation during the hot months. Georgian resorts offer rooms for every budget.

You can enjoy the clean sea near Batumi in the villages of Sarpi, Kvariati, Gonio. All of them are located south of the city. Finding housing there will not be difficult. Locals offer private rental accommodation or holidays in hotels. These areas are quiet and calm, and if you get bored with suburban life, you can take a minibus to Batumi, which takes no more than 20 minutes.

To the north of Batumi there is a clear sea in the area of the Botanical Garden on the beaches of Cape Verde. You can get from Batumi to your destination in 25 minutes by public transport. IN summer period There are cafes and shops on the beaches. The village has one hotel and rooms in the private sector near the beach.

At the beginning and the end summer season it can be cloudy. Therefore, families with small children should pay attention to this period. The presence of clouds in the sky will help protect your skin from the strong effects of ultraviolet radiation, however, it does not in the least prevent you from getting a chocolate tan and swimming in the sea.

The air temperature in Batumi during the day stays at +25-29°C. In Kakheti the heat during this period is more than +30°C. In the mountains the temperature rises to +25°C. Experts recommend going to conquer the peaks in July.

Sightseeing in the summer months should be planned for early in the morning, when the sun is not yet hot.

In summer, tourists often encounter the sea with storms and downpours, which lead to noticeable pollution of coastal waters.

September is great for last time swim in the sea before the onset of cold weather. The Velvet season falls in the first month and a half of autumn, it will end closer to November.

Late autumn is the least popular period for visiting the country. Holiday season is already ending. November - early December are celebrated high humidity air, which is uncomfortable for walking and visiting attractions. And many of them are officially closed for the cold season from the eyes of tourists.

Transport in recent months In the fall, people begin to travel less often, which makes it difficult to move around cities; some expensive roads become dangerous due to precipitation. In November, the likelihood of rain, fog and snow increases in the mountains. Excursion trips are no longer valid.

However, if you can only get out to Georgia in the fall, then go to Adjara - where the golden autumn lasts until the end of November. In Batumi, the temperature in autumn stays at around 20°C, however, it rains endlessly.

As you can understand, the time to visit the country is not important; you will find something to do in any season. Georgia will win the heart of any tourist amazing views and ancient architecture. A trip to it is a must for any traveler.