You’ve grown tired of Batumi and want to discover a different side of beautiful Georgia—one filled with waterfalls, lakes, and stunning mountain scenery. But you don’t want to travel too far? Then check out the extensive list of locations and descriptions below. Even if you think you’ve seen it all, you’re sure to find something new there!
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The Batumi Botanical Garden is one of the most beautiful places near Batumi. This vast subtropical garden is situated on the slopes of Green Cape, approximately 9 km from the city. It features plants from around the world, shady paths, and excellent panoramic views of the Black Sea. It is best to allow at least three hours for your visit.
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Mestia and Ushguli – a journey to the heart of Svaneti Mestia is the main tourist center of Svaneti and one of the places worth visiting in the Georgian mountains. Here, the snow-capped peaks of the Caucasus stand side by side with ancient Svan towers that are hundreds of years old. In Mestia, it's worth strolling through the old quarters, climbing to the observation decks, sampling Svan cuisine, and be sure to set aside time for the mountains – the views alone make up half the trip. Ushguli looks as if time has decided to linger here: stone houses, medieval towers, horses lining the streets, and enormous mountains all around. Mount Shkhara, Georgia's highest peak (5,193 m), rises above the valley.
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Kutaisi serves well not only as a travel destination in its own right but also as a base for exploring the Imereti region. The city itself is home to historical monuments, old neighborhoods, and the banks of the Rioni River, while ancient monasteries, caves, nature reserves, and the famous resort town of Tskaltubo are all within a 20- to 60-minute drive. It is best to set aside at least two or three days to explore Kutaisi and its surroundings at a leisurely pace.
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The 'city of love' Sighnaghi, Bodbe Monastery and wine tastings in the maranis of Telavi.
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Ananuri fortress, the Gudauri viewpoint and Gergeti Trinity church beneath Mount Kazbek.
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Did you know that Georgia offers a wide variety of beaches, ranging from pebbly to sandy, with varying water entry depths? In Batumi, Kvariati, Kobuleti, Chakvi, and near Green Cape (Mtsvane Kontskhi) and the Petra Fortress, you can combine beach time with leisurely walks, café visits, and sightseeing. Tsikhisdziri and "Banana Grove" are particularly great spots for taking beautiful photos and relaxing amidst lush, green cliffs. Shekvetili, Ureki, Kaprovani, Grigoleti, Maltakva, and Anaklia feature sandy beaches with warm water and easy entry into the sea. Below, you’ll find detailed descriptions of these beaches to help you plan your itinerary along the Black Sea coast.
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Lake Paliastomi, the Georgian Amazon, is located near Poti, about a 1.5-hour drive from Batumi, and is part of the Kolkheti National Park. A must-see is a walk around the lake and its narrow canals. In places, the landscape truly resembles a miniature Amazon: water, dense thickets, vines, reeds, and virtually no traces of civilization. You can birdwatch, have a picnic, and enjoy a beautiful sunset over the water. Nearby is Maltakva Beach, a sandy beach with clear water. On the way back, you can stop by Petra Fortress. The fortress was built in the sixth century during the reign of the Byzantine Emperor Justinian I. The best time to visit is around sunset. You can leisurely stroll around the area, take beautiful photos, and then descend to the Tsikhisdziri shore.
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Mtskheta is the ancient capital of Georgia and one of the country's major historical and spiritual centers. The city is located approximately 20 km from Tbilisi, at the confluence of the Aragvi and Kura rivers.
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