Holidays in Batumi with a small child. If you are in Batumi with a child. Holidays in Kobuleti with a child

Georgia cannot yet offer a developed tourism infrastructure for family tourism. The transport alone is worth it. To get from Tbilisi airport to the Black Sea coast you will need to travel half a day by bus. There are very few high-quality and affordable hotels here, where you could completely trust the service and relax to the fullest.

But there are also advantages, which we will also talk about in this article.

Why is it worth coming to Georgia with children?

• One of the best countries for
• Visa-free regime (you only need a valid passport).
• Favorable conditions for healing (sun, mountain air, magnetite sands, thermal waters)
• Natural products. An abundance of homemade fermented milk products, local fruits and vegetables are a storehouse of vitamins.
• Tasty food. But please note that all dishes are highly spiced. Khachapuri, pies and desserts are suitable for children. Order other dishes without spices.
• Developing resorts. Not all cities and beaches are equipped for a comfortable pastime, but they are actively being updated and built.
• Rich excursion program: picturesque nature, mountains and ancient cities.
• Lots of entertainment for children.

When is the best time to come to Georgia

The end of June could be a good option for a relaxing time with the kids. This month there is a calm atmosphere, there are few tourists, and the sea has already warmed up enough. Minus - there may be rains, due to the flowing river, the water in the sea is dirty in color (Batumi) and many entertainments on the beach do not work.

The peak season begins in July, when cafes on the beaches open and places become smaller. Therefore, for children, the environment will be less favorable and noisy. But at this time all entertainment on the beaches is already open and the weather is the sunniest.

It is better to give preference to August. Temperatures are most favorable for sun exposure and the water is the warmest at this time.

Excursion trips can be organized in May and September.

You can taste seasonal fruits from May to November. The first strawberry crop is harvested in May, followed by cherries and apricots, then peaches, melons, watermelons, figs, apples and pears. Autumn brings grapes, persimmons, pomegranates and tangerines. The last harvests are harvested in November.

Summer resorts

Tbilisi

The capital warmly welcomes its guests and offers many different entertainments, excursions and interesting places.

You should start your acquaintance with a tour of the streets and courtyards of the old city. It will be interesting to organize an individual excursion, during which you can move at a pace convenient for you, and the guide, looking into the old courtyards with carved balconies, will be able to interest children.

Interesting places to visit:

• Narikala fortress and cable car;
• Rike Park;
• Mtatsminda amusement park and funicular ride;
• doll museum;
• mini science museum;
• zoo;
• aquapark;
• entertainment center "Astra park";
• Turtle Lake.

This is the main tourist center of Georgia, located in the subtropical climate zone.

The city is very lively and there is a lot of entertainment for children here:

• In the city center there is a zoo and a dolphinarium, which are open to the public every day.
• On the embankment there are playgrounds with cartoon characters, an amusement park, attractions and singing fountains.

Teenagers might be interested in a ride on the famous cable car or cycling along Batumi Boulevard.

The only drawback of the resort is the polluted beach, especially in the central part of the city, it is not cleaned properly, so there is a lot of garbage lying around.

The entire beach is made of large pebbles, which is not very comfortable for children.

There are hotels with an all-inclusive system in Batumi, but they are not in great demand, since at the established prices it is much more profitable to eat in local cafes and restaurants (the average price for a full meal per person is 20 GEL). Guest houses and private sectors are in great demand; living conditions in such places are not bad, but the prices are more than affordable.

Hotels in: Popular

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	★★★★★		10 214 9 303
Radisson Blu Hotel, Batumi	★★★★★		10 929 8 262
Sheraton Batumi Hotel	★★★★★		23 758 14 689
	★★★		2 955 2 677
	★★★		3 806 3 041

Kvariati

This is an elite village on the Black Sea coast, which is famous for its clean beach and water. In addition, there is a unique combination of air - mountain and sea, which will be especially useful for people with VSD and problems with the respiratory and nervous systems.

For teenagers, the main entertainment at this resort is diving, since the underwater world here is especially diverse and attractive.

On the beach itself there are standard entertainment, for example, rubber trampolines. You can rent pedal boats or scooters.

Kobuleti

The resort town in Adjara, located just 20 km from Batumi in the Colchis Lowland, differs from other cities in its special microclimate.

At the entrance to the city there is the largest and most popular amusement park in Transcaucasia - “Tsitsinatela”, where there is entertainment for both the youngest and older children.

By the river

Ureki is ideal for a family secluded vacation; it has a clear sea with a sandy beach.

Magnetic sands are known for their healing properties: they have a beneficial effect on the state of the nervous and cardiovascular systems and contribute to their normalization.

Apart from playgrounds, there is no entertainment here.

Cape Verde

The resort got its name due to its year-round green cover.

There is practically no infrastructure in this place; the only entertainment is a walk through the botanical garden. It contains many unique rare plants that will be interesting to see.

Teenagers can go diving or windsurfing here.

Don't sit still, arrange a sightseeing tour of all the resorts. Each city has its own attractions, and it is simply impossible to visit Georgia and not admire the nature in the surrounding area.

In summer, the most preferable route is from Batumi to Tbilisi; the road is good and takes about 5-6 hours on average. The capital has a lot of entertainment for children: Mtatsminda Park, Wonderland Park, Dolphinarium, Zoo, cable car, mini science museum.

Where to relax in winter

Georgia is also famous for its ski resorts, the best of which are Bakuriani and Gudauri. There is a regular transfer from Tbilisi to the resorts; the journey takes about 2-3 hours. A vacation in these places is much cheaper than in popular European resorts, but the service and quality of the ski slopes are at the same level.

The main advantage of these resorts is the presence of “paddling pools”, so the place is safe even for the little ones.

Gudauri

Gudauri is the youngest resort and is the hallmark of Georgia.

In addition to the ski slopes, the resort has a lot of other entertainment: tennis courts, a swimming pool, bowling alley and a cafe. Hang gliding or helicopter flights are in great demand; from such a height a beautiful view of the mountain landscapes opens up.

In total, there are more than 10 small hotels of a high European level in Gudauri, but it is possible to stay in simpler private cottages, where the cost of accommodation per day is several times cheaper. But you need to book accommodation long before the start of your vacation.

Bakuriani

Bakuriani is the oldest ski resort, it is more preferable for family holidays.

Here you can rent sleds, snowmobiles or ATVs, go horseback riding or take the services of a guide around the area. In the very center there is a small slope with rope ropes, where instructors teach beginners and children how to snowboard or ski for a small fee.

You can stay in a hotel or private house; the room price usually includes three meals a day. Also, not far from the resort there is the famous Borjomi, where you can go on an excursion and enjoy the healing mineral waters.

Every year a huge number of tourists come to Batumi to enjoy the warmth and soak up the hot sand. But besides the water surface, the resort has other entertainment, as they say, for every taste and budget.

Not everyone is able to sit on the beach from morning until late evening, sunbathing and swimming in the sea.

By the way, in Batumi itself there is also a “winter reminder” - built not so long ago Ice Palace. Sometimes figure skating competitions or hockey matches take place within its walls.

We will not classify and list all the variety of restaurants and cafes in the city as entertainment, especially since there is a separate article on this topic. And most of all, you probably already read about it before.

In this article, we decided to collect the most popular and interesting entertainment, sorting them by category and attractiveness in our subjective opinion.

Cultural entertainment

When you get a little tired of lying around or have a lot of free time, we advise you to immerse yourself in the culture of this wonderful resort, namely, go (at least for fun) to the theater, museum or the Center for Music and Art. We are sure that you will be satisfied and will not regret your choice.

Theaters and cinema "Apollo" in Batumi

There are few theaters in the city: Drama, Summer, Opera and Puppet Theater (we will talk about it below, in the section). Each of them is interesting, beautiful and modern in its own way.

Drama Theater located at: st. Rustaveli, 1, next to (almost in the city center). The building is regularly repaired, maintaining its presentable appearance. And in itself it cannot but cause admiration. Performances in the theater are held regularly on weekends. Foreign artists with unusual premieres are frequent guests there. Ticket price is approx. 8 – 10 GEL GEORGIAN GEL RATE:
8 lari = 2.65 euros;
8 lari = 3.04 dollars;
8 lari = 201.76 rubles;
8 lari = 85.12 hryvnia;
8 lari = 6.8 Belarusian rubles.
. It is worth considering that the performances are performed in Georgian.

The Batumi summer theater looks especially beautiful and unusual in the evening when the lights turn on.

Summer Theater located on the central embankment of the city, next to the Colonnade. This is a new building, made of wood, although built in the manner of its predecessor, which burned down in 2001. The theater is especially beautiful in the evening. We recommend attending one of the theater's performances and admiring its interior decoration.

Operatic or, as it is commonly called, the Center for Music and Art welcomes guests and residents of Batumi at the address: st. Odyssey Dimitriadi, 1, across the road from the embankment. The original building opened not so long ago, in 2011. It hosts a variety of concerts, performances, and performances by music and dance groups.

In fact, the Center for Music and Art is a House of Culture. The inside of the building is incredibly beautiful, more like a modern opera house. Performances are held in Russian. There are fountains in front of the House of Culture (as well as on the first floor of the building). In the evening, they illuminate beautifully and shimmer in the rays of the setting sun. And the building of the Center for Music and Art was included in the top five most unusual theaters. We recommend you take a look!

In details Read about the Batumi Opera House in our separate article.

Find cinema "Apollo" will not pose any problems, because it is located almost in the center of Batumi, in its old part, on the street. Memed Abashidze, 17 (not far from the astronomical clock tower). There is only one hall, small, but there is always room. Films often come with Russian dubbing, so if you are a fan of new films, you won’t miss anything. Ticket prices fluctuate around 5-9 GEL GEORGIAN GEL RATE:
9 lari = 2.98 euros;
9 lari = 3.42 dollars;
9 GEL = 226.98 rubles;
9 lari = 95.76 hryvnia;
9 lari = 7.65 Belarusian rubles.
Exchange rates and prices may not be accurate..

Argo cable car

Cable car- one of the most favorite entertainments among guests of the city of Batumi. Its lower station (landing) is located on the street. Gogebashvili, not far from. A two-way ticket will cost 10 lari GEORGIAN GEL RATE:
10 lari = 3.31 euros;
10 lari = 3.8 dollars;
10 lari = 252.2 rubles;
10 lari = 106.4 hryvnia;

Exchange rates and prices may not be accurate.. For this price you can fly over Batumi and view it from a bird's eye view. The cable car is new and modern. The glass cabin can accommodate up to 6 people. There are “window windows” and an automatic system for opening and closing doors.

In about 10 minutes you will be taken to the upper station of the cable car, to Mount Feria. In addition to the observation deck, there are souvenir and wine shops, a restaurant, and a small church on it. There is no time limit to explore the fantastic views. The main thing is to keep your boarding pass until the end of the trip.

Museums

The city of Batumi is extremely rich in museums (about 10). The most popular and visited include: the Archaeological Museum, the Local History Museum, the Museum of Art, the Nobel Brothers Technological Museum and the Borjgalo Ethnographic Museum. It is worth considering that in many of the listed galleries, the exhibits presented are signed in Georgian, and the guides practically do not speak Russian.

This seemingly completely ordinary building at first glance retains the memory of many centuries of the Adjarian region.

Archaeological Museum located on the street. Chavchavadze, 77. In it you can learn the whole history of the Adjarian region, admire the hall with ancient gold jewelry, or look into the souvenir shop and buy something as a keepsake. The ticket price is 3 lari GEORGIAN GEL RATE:
3 lari = 0.99 euro;
3 lari = 1.14 dollars;
3 lari = 75.66 rubles;
3 lari = 31.92 hryvnia;

Exchange rates and prices may not be accurate. for an adult. The museum is open from 11 am to 6 pm.

Museum of Local Lore hospitably receives visitors at the address: st. Dzhincharadze, 4. Entrance ticket for an adult will cost 2 lari GEORGIAN GEL RATE:
2 lari = 0.66 euro;
2 lari = 0.76 dollars;
2 lari = 50.44 rubles;
2 lari = 21.28 hryvnia;

Exchange rates and prices may not be accurate.. Opening hours: from 10:00 to 18:00, closed on Monday. The museum is the oldest in Adjara. Its collections number over 180,000 items.

Museum of Art located on the street. Gorgiladze, 8 in a small but cozy two-story building. Ticket price for an adult - 2 lari GEORGIAN GEL RATE:
2 lari = 0.66 euro;
2 lari = 0.76 dollars;
2 lari = 50.44 rubles;
2 lari = 21.28 hryvnia;
2 lari = 1.7 Belarusian rubles.
Exchange rates and prices may not be accurate.. The museum is open from 11:00 to 18:00, closed on Mondays. Most of the works are works by contemporary masters. We recommend visiting the museum for those interested in painting.

Nobel Brothers Museum of Technology located on the street. Leselidze, 3, near the Opera House. The museum is relatively new, opened in 2007. The exhibits presented are interesting and unusual. In addition to the inventions of the Nobel brothers, there are also exhibitions of two famous oil rich men of that time. Ticket price - 2 lari GEORGIAN GEL RATE:
2 lari = 0.66 euro;
2 lari = 0.76 dollars;
2 lari = 50.44 rubles;
2 lari = 21.28 hryvnia;
2 lari = 1.7 Belarusian rubles.
Exchange rates and prices may not be accurate. for an adult. The museum is open every day except Mondays from 10:00 to 18:00.

Although Ethnographic Museum "Borjgalo" is located outside the city of Batumi, we also included it in this list. After all, it is the only private museum in Georgia. In this gallery for 10 lari GEORGIAN GEL RATE:
10 lari = 3.31 euros;
10 lari = 3.8 dollars;
10 lari = 252.2 rubles;
10 lari = 106.4 hryvnia;
10 lari = 8.5 Belarusian rubles.
Exchange rates and prices may not be accurate. per person, you can see models of typical buildings created by the director himself and even buy small wooden products. The museum is located in the village of Kakhaberi, on the street. Sharashidze, 14. Open every day, seven days a week, from 10:00 to 19:00.

Sea activities

A variety of sea activities are also widely represented in Batumi: boating, yachting and ships (including yacht rental), parachute, hang gliding, scooter, banana boat, flyboarding and even diving. The main part of these entertainments is located in the area, not far from the registry office and singing fountains. The cost of such entertainment, as in other coastal cities abroad, is considerable. But the pleasure received from such a vacation is incomparably higher than banal sunbathing on the beach.

There are usually many people willing to fly over the sea for 15 minutes.

Riding on various boats depending on the duration and direction it will cost you approximately from 10 lari GEORGIAN GEL RATE:
10 lari = 3.31 euros;
10 lari = 3.8 dollars;
10 lari = 252.2 rubles;
10 lari = 106.4 hryvnia;
10 lari = 8.5 Belarusian rubles.
Exchange rates and prices may not be accurate.(short boat ride). The choice of yachts for rent in Batumi is huge. You just need to come to the embankment near the sea terminal and see everything with your own eyes. The cost of such pleasure is 70 lari GEORGIAN GEL RATE:
70 lari = 23.17 euros;
70 lari = 26.6 dollars;
70 lari = 1765.4 rubles;
70 lari = 744.8 hryvnia;

Exchange rates and prices may not be accurate. at one o'clock. Since it is customary to bargain in Georgia, perhaps the price will be reduced a little. For large companies (6-8 people), special offers are more suitable: when ordering from 400 lari GEORGIAN GEL RATE:
400 lari = 132.4 euros;
400 lari = 152 dollars;
400 lari = 10088 rubles;
400 lari = 4256 hryvnia;
400 lari = 340 Belarusian rubles.
Exchange rates and prices may not be accurate. They give you an extra couple of hours for free. This means that the yacht will be at your disposal almost all day with a free choice of direction.

Fly on a parachute and anyone can see the beauty of Batumi from the air for 80 lari GEORGIAN GEL RATE:
80 lari = 26.48 euros;
80 lari = 30.4 dollars;
80 lari = 2017.6 rubles;
80 lari = 851.2 hryvnia;
80 lari = 68 Belarusian rubles.
Exchange rates and prices may not be accurate. for about 15 minutes. Such a “walk” is possible for one person or organized for a couple (in the latter case, you can ask for a discount). Another bright and memorable adventure can be hang gliding behind 100 lari GEORGIAN GEL RATE:
100 lari = 33.1 euro;
100 lari = 38 dollars;
100 lari = 2522 rubles;
100 lari = 1064 hryvnia;
100 lari = 85 Belarusian rubles.
Exchange rates and prices may not be accurate.. This entertainment is actively offered to everyone on the Batumi embankment, in the area of ​​​​the Park of Wonders.

Ride a scooter (75 GEL GEORGIAN GEL RATE:
75 lari = 24.83 euros;
75 lari = 28.5 dollars;
75 lari = 1891.5 rubles;
75 lari = 798 hryvnia;
75 lari = 63.75 Belarusian rubles.
Exchange rates and prices may not be accurate. in 15 minutes) is an excellent alternative to riding for 5-15 minutes on a banana or a tablet costing from 5 to 10 GEL GEORGIAN GEL RATE:
10 lari = 3.31 euros;
10 lari = 3.8 dollars;
10 lari = 252.2 rubles;
10 lari = 106.4 hryvnia;
10 lari = 8.5 Belarusian rubles.
Exchange rates and prices may not be accurate.. But the extreme ones flyboard flights suitable for lovers of unusual sensations. During this entertainment you can soar above the water at a height of up to 10 meters! The cost of straight skiing depends on the length of time: for 5 minutes - 50 lari GEORGIAN GEL RATE:
50 lari = 16.55 euros;
50 lari = 19 dollars;
50 lari = 1261 rubles;
50 lari = 532 hryvnia;
50 lari = 42.5 Belarusian rubles.
Exchange rates and prices may not be accurate., in 10 minutes - 90 lari GEORGIAN GEL RATE:
90 lari = 29.79 euros;
90 lari = 34.2 dollars;
90 lari = 2269.8 rubles;
90 lari = 957.6 hryvnia;
90 lari = 76.5 Belarusian rubles.
Exchange rates and prices may not be accurate. and in 15 minutes - 130 GEL GEORGIAN GEL RATE:
130 lari = 43.03 euros;
130 lari = 49.4 dollars;
130 lari = 3278.6 rubles;
130 lari = 1383.2 hryvnia;
130 lari = 110.5 Belarusian rubles.
Exchange rates and prices may not be accurate..

For those who like to dive and see the underwater world of the Black Sea in all its glory, we recommend contacting diving center located in the village of Kvariati (near Batumi). Experienced instructors who speak several languages ​​will help and teach the basics of proper immersion in water. You will discover an unusual underwater world, which was previously full of secrets and mysteries. The cost of the dive for 1-2 people is 70 lari GEORGIAN GEL RATE:
70 lari = 23.17 euros;
70 lari = 26.6 dollars;
70 lari = 1765.4 rubles;
70 lari = 744.8 hryvnia;
70 lari = 59.5 Belarusian rubles.
Exchange rates and prices may not be accurate..

Park of Wonders

In the Park of Wonders, located near the sea terminal, you can have great fun at any time of the day. It has a lot of interesting attractions, not to mention fantastic views of the mountains and sea, as well as the high-rise buildings nearby. We especially recommend paying attention to, and.

If you manage to get to the top of the Georgian Alphabet Tower, don’t forget to take a souvenir photo at an altitude of about 130 m.

Tower alphabet You will see right away - this is a beautiful metal building, rising next to the embankment to a height of about 130 meters and illuminated in different colors in the evening, after sunset. Sometimes (it’s hard to predict when), you can go upstairs using an elevator for 12 lari GEORGIAN GEL RATE:
12 lari = 3.97 euros;
12 lari = 4.56 dollars;
12 lari = 302.64 rubles;
12 lari = 127.68 hryvnia;
12 lari = 10.2 Belarusian rubles.
Exchange rates and prices may not be accurate. or free if you book a table in a restaurant under the dome of the building.

Ferris wheel quite a popular and modern attraction for guests of the city of Batumi. All booths are open, so the photos are clear and beautiful. The wheel makes a full revolution in about 10 minutes. The ticket price is 3 lari GEORGIAN GEL RATE:
3 lari = 0.99 euro;
3 lari = 1.14 dollars;
3 lari = 75.66 rubles;
3 lari = 31.92 hryvnia;
3 lari = 2.55 Belarusian rubles.
Exchange rates and prices may not be accurate. per person.

During a tour of mountainous Adjara you will see many interesting and unusual things. For example, the place where two rivers merge - Chorokhi and Adzharistskhali.

A second impressive excursion awaits you during trips around mountainous Adjara. In this case, we recommend using the services of a convenient, comfortable car with a separate driver, who in 8 hours will show you all the most important and interesting sights of the region (and a couple of lesser-known, but quite interesting places). The cost of the trip is 139 euros for two + 15 euros for each additional person.

More detailed information about the trip to mountainous Adjara is in our article:

No less interesting will be a trip to Church of the Holy Trinity, located on Mount Sameba. From it you can see not only Batumi, but also the surrounding area. Minibuses go to the Temple. Approximately for 2 lari GEORGIAN GEL RATE:
2 lari = 0.66 euro;
2 lari = 0.76 dollars;
2 lari = 50.44 rubles;
2 lari = 21.28 hryvnia;
2 lari = 1.7 Belarusian rubles.
Exchange rates and prices may not be accurate. and 30 minutes on the road you will find yourself in place. Transport leaves from a stop near the Batumi Plaza shopping center.

The next unusual excursion is a trip to Mtirala National Park. Here you will not only enjoy the nature of Adjara (waterfalls, mountains, lakes), but also have the opportunity to ride a bungee (zip line). The park provides routes for independent tourists (for a couple of days). You can get there by bus to Chakvi and then by taxi or organized excursion. We do not recommend the last option. Our friend, who traveled this way with her son, was very dissatisfied with the quality of service.

Pyazhi Magnetity in the village of Ureki were also included in our selection of excursion entertainment. If you miss sandy beaches or want to heal a little (many believe that black magnetic sand has a positive effect on the musculoskeletal and cardiovascular systems), go to Ureki. But be prepared for a long journey (about 1.5 hours) by minibus from a stop near the Batumi Plaza shopping center in about 5 lari GEORGIAN GEL RATE:
5 lari = 1.66 euros;
5 lari = 1.9 dollars;
5 lari = 126.1 rubles;
5 lari = 53.2 hryvnia;
5 lari = 4.25 Belarusian rubles.
Exchange rates and prices may not be accurate. and a dirty beach.

Finally, I would like to wish you all a pleasant stay and positive emotions in any case, regardless of the chosen entertainment!

Entertainment map

We have put all the entertainment listed above on the map. Since many of them are located in different areas of the city, and most of them are in the center, it will be more convenient to view an enlarged map. To do this, just click in the upper right corner (on the rectangle) of the map. For a more detailed look, you can roll the mouse wheel. Pay attention to the icons: each of them is signed. For convenience, unnecessary layers (designations) can be hidden by unchecking the extra checkbox on the left on the enlarged map.

Batumi is the fourth largest city in Georgia, a major port, and the cultural and economic center of Georgia. Doesn't look like much of a family vacation spot yet? This is because you need to get to know the Batumi resort in person. Then it turns out that this is a beautiful town with narrow streets of old quarters, modern elegant squares and shady parks. That there is a very good, and most importantly, very long beach (and there are even better beaches in the surrounding area). That along the sea there are hotels for every taste and budget. That the city has many museums and family entertainment. And that in every cafe you will be served the famous Adjarian-style khachapuri.

Isn’t it true that holidays with children in Batumi now seem very attractive? Kidpassage has collected information about all the advantages and disadvantages of this resort - now you can thoroughly prepare for your trip.

Where is Batumi

The city of Batumi is located in southwest Georgia, on the Black Sea coast. The capital of the Autonomous Republic of Adjara, a major port, the main tourist center of the country. The distance from Batumi to Tbilisi is 374 km, to Kobuleti - 30 km, to Borjomi - 274 km.

Batumi was first mentioned by Aristotle - then the settlement was called Batus. If you look for where Batumi is located on medieval maps, you will see the name “Batomi”. In the 19th century, the city was called Batum and only in 1936 it acquired its current name.

Vacation with children

Batumi is a convenient city for tourists. This is evident in everything: direct flights, a good selection of hotels, and a variety of leisure options. But at the same time, we recommend coming to Batumi with children for a few days for the excursion program, and then going to a quiet seaside resort to sunbathe and swim.

Beach holidays in Batumi are by no means in first place. Here you can really relax by the sea, fortunately, the climate of Georgia allows you to sunbathe and swim all summer and most of the autumn. But the best beaches are not in the city itself, but in suburban villages.

A trip to Batumi will be appreciated by teenagers who are interested in excursions and active recreation. With them you can wander around museums or go to the mountains for a day or two - there are many natural attractions near the city.

At the same time, in Batumi there is also something interesting for younger children: a dolphinarium, a zoo, a water park, and attractions. But in order to relax with your child calmly, without noise and fuss, it is better to choose another seaside resort, for example, Kobuleti, Ureki, Gonio or Kvariati.

Please note that in summer and autumn there can be mosquitoes in Batumi. Therefore, we recommend taking repellent with you, and if you are traveling with an infant, take care of a protective net for the stroller.

When is the best time to go?

The tourist season in Batumi lasts all year round. Of course, the main flow of tourists occurs in the summer, but even in winter the local hotels and restaurants are not empty - at this time you can enjoy Georgian hospitality without fuss.

And yet, summer is the best time to get to know Batumi. And since summer here is considered to be the period from May to October, you don’t have to plan a vacation during the peak season and relax quietly in those months when there are few people at the resort.

The season opens in Batumi in May. Warm days at the end of spring are great for excursions, but swimming in the sea will have to be postponed until June - the water does not have time to warm up. In June there are all conditions for sunbathing and swimming, and the number of tourists is not very large yet. But in July-August Batumi is crowded with vacationers.

When is the best time to go to Batumi with a child? The optimal time is September and the first half of October. With the onset of autumn, most vacationers leave, but the weather is favorable for beach holidays and excursions.

By the way, all summer (and let us remember, it lasts six months in Batumi) at the resort you can buy fruits and berries grown in Georgia. In May-June, strawberries, cherries, cherries, and medlars are sold here. In July, the shelves are filled with peaches, nectarines and plums. In August it’s time for apples, pears, and figs. In autumn, grapes and pomegranates appear on the markets.

On the first weekend of September, Batumi celebrates City Day, or Batumoba. These days, many interesting events take place on the streets of the city, which help to better understand the traditions of Georgia.

Weather and climate

The subtropical climate of Batumi - with hot summers and high humidity - requires care in choosing a time to relax with your child. It is better to choose May-June and September-October for your trip, when there is no excessive heat and stuffiness.

If you believe the archives of meteorological observations, the average temperature of the summer months in Batumi is low: about +25-26° C. But sometimes real heat hits the city. It happens that in July the air temperature reaches +40° C.

The peculiarity of Batumi's climate is frequent rains. The greatest amount of precipitation falls in winter, but rainy weather is not uncommon in summer.

It rains the least in May. Considering that this month the air warms up to +19° C, the end of spring can be considered a good time for excursions.

In June, the resort experiences truly summer weather. Daytime temperatures rise to +23-24° C, the water in the sea becomes warm enough for swimming. Perhaps the best holiday in Batumi with children is in June, before the heat sets in.

The heat usually comes in July-August. The average temperature of these months is only about +26°C, but in the sun thermometers show +30°C and above. Frequent short-term rains do not interfere with beach holidays, but increase air humidity.

Summer nights in Batumi are quite cold. With the onset of dusk, the temperature can drop to +17-20° C.

In order not to adapt to the “steam room”, it is better to come to the resort in September. The air temperature at this time drops to +24° C, and the sea remains warm like summer. If you are planning to come to Batumi with a baby, we recommend choosing September.

The velvet season sometimes stretches throughout October. The air in mid-autumn maintains a temperature of about +20° C, so an October vacation in Batumi should be devoted to travel rather than a beach holiday.

From November to March, Batumi comes under the wing of a rainy and warm winter. But already in April the air warms up to +16° C, which indicates the approach of a new tourist season.

Sea water temperature

In May there are many sunbathers on the beaches of Batumi. But almost no one is in a hurry to swim: the sea temperature is only +15-17°C at the beginning of the month and +18-19°C at the end. From the first days of summer, the water temperature in Batumi will rise rapidly. By mid-June the sea will warm up to +22-23° C, and by the beginning of July - to +24-25° C. In the second half of summer the sea becomes almost hot. Often the water temperature reaches +27-28° C.

The sea remains just as luxuriously warm in September. Although the water temperature is gradually decreasing, by the end of September the water is still very warm - about +22-25° C.

If autumn is dry and sunny, you can swim in the sea at least until mid-October. But then the water becomes increasingly colder, and by the beginning of November the sea temperature is only +18-19° C.

Nutrition

There is also something suitable for children in Georgian cuisine. This is, first of all, Adjarian-style khachapuri - a hearty boat-shaped pie with suluguni cheese and egg. A delicious achma made from puff pastry and Imeretian cheese is also suitable for a snack. Well, in the “House of Baklava” you need to try all the baklava. In addition, Batumi has many restaurants offering European cuisine.

If during your independent holiday in Batumi with children you plan to cook the usual food, then you can buy everything you need in supermarkets - they are mainly located in the city center. A huge food market is located next to the port. Batumi supermarkets have a fairly good selection of baby food. Mixtures, cereals and purees can also be purchased at pharmacies.

Transport

The main type of public transport in Batumi is buses. They can be used to get to any point in the city and even to the nearest villages. There is a timetable and route map at every stop; usually the information is given in Georgian and English.

The most useful routes are No. 1 and 1a (water park, bus station), No. 8 (train station), No. 10 (connects the airport, resort area and tourist center).

A bus ride costs 0.40 GEL, while a ticket is valid for 2 trips or 2 people and costs 0.80 GEL. A trip to the suburbs will cost 0.80 GEL. Children under 6 years old travel free of charge. In addition to buses, minibuses run around Batumi. The fare for them is the same as for buses, but there is no route map - you will have to find out on the spot where this or that minibus goes.

You can also use a taxi. This is a relatively inexpensive form of transport in Batumi, however, the cars are not equipped with a meter, so we recommend agreeing on the price with the driver in advance. The most unusual transport is the cable car. A full one-way ticket costs 5 GEL, tickets for children - 2 GEL.

To get around Batumi you can rent a bicycle. We recommend not to drive onto the roadway, since traffic discipline in the city is lame.

Georgia is famous for its nature, beaches, warm weather, friendly people and amazing food, so holidays in this country are becoming increasingly popular - especially since they are quite budget-friendly. One of the most famous resorts in Georgia, Batumi is a small (with an area of ​​just under 70 square kilometers) city in southwestern Georgia, the capital of the Republic of Adjara. This is a “favorite” of both locals and tourists - clean, seaside, modern, with a huge number of hotels and restaurants. This is a great place for a beach holiday, entertainment and trips with children.

When is the best time to go to Batumi with children?

Most tourists go to Batumi in the summer - from July to August. This is the high tourist season in Georgia and the warmest period in Adjara. Temperatures can reach up to 30 degrees, but on average the air warms up to 25-26 degrees, and feels hotter than in Moscow or other central cities of Russia.

The best time to holiday in Batumi, especially with children, is June or September. The sea water during these months is warm and comfortable, and the air temperature is slightly lower than in mid-summer, so you can go on long walks without fear.

In winter and spring, you can also go to the city, but during these times of the year there is frequent rain, and the coolness due to high air humidity is felt more strongly, so you will need to prepare additionally for your vacation.

What is the best way to get to Batumi

There are four ways to get to Batumi:

• by plane,
• by bus,
• by ferry from Sochi,
• by car.

The most optimal and convenient option is an airplane. When traveling with children, it is very important to find the fastest way to travel - children do not tolerate long journeys well. And those rare buses that go straight to the resort usually take more than 24 hours. Most buses still only reach the capital of Georgia, and the road from Tbilisi to Batumi takes more than 10 hours.

Traveling by your own car also requires a lot of time, although it is very convenient. Ferries operate only from Sochi and Ukrainian Chernomorsk (Ilyichevsk).

However, you can only fly to Batumi from Moscow, St. Petersburg and Yekaterinburg. The cost of one round trip ticket is about 18-20 thousand rubles in the summer.

The airport is small, but convenient enough for traveling with children, with a large number of seats and one cafe on site, located near the city center. Public transport stops are very close, buses run every 20-30 minutes. You can also get to the city by taxi or minibus.

Sights of Batumi

In Georgia you can find a surprising number of attractions, especially natural ones - for example, near Batumi there is the Mtirala National Park, famous for its waterfalls, and the Gonio Fortress. A trip to the surrounding area as part of an excursion will certainly delight and surprise children.

But you don’t have to visit other cities in Georgia to get positive emotions - and in Batumi itself there is something to see.

Old town of Batumi

Old Batumi is the only place in the city that allows you to feel the atmosphere of the 19th century. Many of the buildings located here are more than a hundred years old - these are mostly low houses with cozy balconies, which are simply pleasant to look at.

At the same time, even the old part of the city is very modern - every now and then tourists are surprised to discover new buildings of very unusual shapes.

Recent constructions include one of the famous attractions - Piazza. Even from its name it is clear that the architect was inspired by Venice - and this is very noticeable. So, being in Batumi, you can feel like you’re in the very heart of Italy for a while. The main decoration of the square is the musical clock tower, which children enjoy admiring.

Another square of old Batumi, already more ancient, is Europe Square. Spacious and bright area, surrounded by old houses, with a fountain and the famous statue of Medea.

Park 6 May

May 6 Park in Batumi is the oldest park in the city. This is a kind of oasis - a relaxing place where you can relax, enjoy the proximity of nature, breathe fresh air and just have a good time.

In the park you can find amazing, sometimes rare trees, admire the large lake “Nurigeli”, stroll along well-groomed alleys, explore the sunny areas and a beautiful fountain. And not only that, the park has a large number of entertainment corners where children will have an interesting time.

In the zoo corner located in the park, children can meet marsupials and ungulates - this acquaintance will be absolutely free. For a small price you can go to another sector of the zoo, where birds and monkeys live. An aquarium was also opened in the park on May 6 - this is the name of the marine zoo, which contains more than 100 species of fish.

Finally, in the May 6th Park you can find attractions for children. There are not very many of them, but this is enough for the child to have a lot of fun.

Park of Wonders

Miracle Park is another unusual attraction of Batumi. In fact, this is not a park, but a green square near the shores of the Black Sea, where locals often gather to relax. It is on the square that an incredible number of the most famous “symbols” of Batumi are located: the lighthouse, the “Ali and Nino” statue, the Alphabet Tower and others.

There is also a Ferris wheel from which you can take another look at Batumi. The square is spacious, children often ride bicycles and skateboards on it, just stroll around, and you can rest on stone benches or in nice cafes.

Batumi Archaeological Museum

Older children will certainly be interested in getting to know the history and culture of the city in which they are spending their holidays, so be sure to add a visit to the museum to your vacation plan.

One of the most famous museums in Batumi is the archaeological one. It contains samples of pottery, ancient Georgian jewelry, and works of art. The museum is two-story, but small, so kids won’t get bored.

Batumi Boulevard

An excellent place for walks with children and family recreation is Batumi Boulevard. It stretches along the embankment, having a length of about 7 kilometers. Today the boulevard is in very good condition - a large number of benches, modern sculptures, a number of fountains and even a bamboo grove have appeared on it. In summer, a large number of restaurants are open on the boulevard.

Batumi Boulevard is famous not only for its entertainment - in the evenings it offers stunning views of the sunset, which will not leave either children or parents indifferent.

Entertainment in Batumi for children

Batumi can be called the capital of entertainment. There is no need to think about where to go with your child - in the center you can find exciting attractions on every corner.

Aquapark

Batumi Water Park is small but spacious. Consists of five swimming pools. Kids can splash around in the shallow children's pool with fountains and safe slides, while older children can try more extreme slopes. There are artificial waterfalls and a “river” area with a current.

For adults, the water park has a recreation area with a bathhouse, sauna and spa.
The water park is open, located almost on the shores of the Black Sea on the territory of the Europark Hotel. There are plenty of sunbeds, umbrellas, changing rooms and storage rooms.

Dolphinarium Batumi

When you come to Batumi to relax with your child, you should definitely visit the dolphinarium. For a very small fee - 15-20 GEL - guests receive a real show, fun and memorable.

Now the dolphinarium has 8 “artists” who perform up to 30 numbers at each performance - dancing, exercises with hoops, balancing on tails and others. Shows are held in Georgian, English and Russian.

Additionally, you can swim with dolphins in a separate pool. 15 minutes cost 100 GEL for children over 5 years old - that’s about 2.5 thousand rubles.

Cable car "Argo" in Batumi

“Argo” is the longest cable car in Europe, 2600 meters long and 260 meters high above sea level. There are 9 cozy cabins that can accommodate 6 people each.
The entire one-way flight takes about 10 minutes, but this time is enough to see the whole of Batumi from a bird's eye view. Local residents recommend coming to the cable car in the late afternoon - dances, competitions and concerts are held at the observation deck from 20 o'clock.

Beaches of Batumi

Batumi is famous not only for its attractions, but also for its wonderful beaches, completely safe and comfortable for children. The water temperature in summer is about 25-26 degrees - this is a very comfortable indicator for swimming. So it’s no wonder that beach holidays in Batumi with children are becoming increasingly popular.

The beach stretches along the entire city. It is pebbly, wide, absolutely free, well equipped and clean. The place is cleaned every morning. In the central part of the beach you can always find a cafe, entertainment for children, sun loungers and umbrellas (costing about 3 GEL - that’s less than 100 rubles). The calmest part of the sea is at the Alphabet Tower.

At the end of the embankment, already outside the city, you can find secluded wild beaches, but for relaxing and swimming with children it is better to choose the central part - it is cleaner.

The best hotels in Batumi for families with children – TOP 5

Holidays in Batumi are also good for their hotels. Most of them provide a huge range of additional services and entertainment for children.

The cost of high-level hotels starts from 5 thousand rubles. Most hotels have soundproofing, cozy balconies, and air conditioning, which makes your stay as comfortable as possible.

Wyndham Batumi

Wyndham is a five-star hotel where both children and their parents will be as comfortable as possible. The hotel is located near old Batumi, you can walk to the sea in 8 minutes. On site there is a swimming pool and spa areas, a fitness room, and restaurants. The staff is very friendly and welcoming, so your stay at the hotel will leave only positive impressions.

Standard triple rooms for guests with children and two-bedroom suites are available. Each room has its own bathroom, air conditioning, minibar, soundproofing. According to reviews from tourists, Wyndham in Batumi is an excellent option in terms of price and quality of service.

Old Town Hotel

Another five-star hotel located in the old town, almost on the seashore - you can walk to the beach in a couple of minutes.

In addition to standard amenities: breakfast, private bathroom, air conditioning, TV and free Wi-Fi, the hotel offers guests comfortable panoramic balconies and soundproofed rooms.

There are both double rooms with a large bed on which you can sleep with a child, and suites with additional sofas.

Anadolu Star Hotel

A hotel with a well-deserved three stars, in the center of the old city, on the first coastline. Like other hotels, it offers soundproofing, a private bathroom, breakfast, balconies and a number of additional standard services. A big plus for tourists with small children is the presence of special protective barriers for beds.

Hotel Bella Costa

Luxury hotel in Batumi. You can walk to the beach in literally a minute. There are rooms for families with children with one double bed and several single beds.
Distinctive features include a private swimming pool and private terraces near some rooms where you can have breakfast and relax. There are rooms with panoramic views.

Realm Hotel Batumi

There are rooms with single and double beds; most have additional sofas for families traveling with children. Guests can relax by the pool and on the terraces, view balconies, buffet breakfast, gym, and some rooms even have fireplaces.

A trip to Georgia always turns out to be very exciting for children. The friendly country does everything possible to ensure that every guest has something to remember. So all that remains for future travelers is to buy tickets and book a hotel - Batumi will tell you the rest.