First, let me tell you, Tbilisi is one of my favorite cities in the world. There are so many things to do in Tbilisi, Georgia, so much culture at the Silk Road crossroads, it’s hard to narrow it down.

I have many memories as a Peace Corps volunteer coming into the capital from my home site. Now, this was over 10 years ago (I can barely believe it!), but around every corner, there are memories and smiles, and ahas!

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What to do in Tbilisi

Are you the type of traveler who searches out the familiar or the new and different? I admit I like a little of both. Therefore, if I see an English bookstore in Tbilisi, I say! Let’s go! It’s so much fun to see the culture differences and how things are presented.

If you’ve been in the country for a while and need a little of home, I love Prospero’s Books and Caliban’s Coffee House on Rustaveli Street. I’ve spent a LOT of time there, and even had an apartment just around the corner up the hill for a while. It’s welcoming and you’ll find locals and ex-pats alike.

Tbilisi’s had many changes in the past ten years, and so many have made it an awesome destination for tourists. Of course, one of the main things I love about Georgia is the AMAZING hospitality of the people. The botanical garden is a beautiful place for leisurely strolls and activities for children. So many people are incredibly friendly and ready to go out of their way to help you out.

Obviously, be careful, but if you even attempt some basic Georgian phrases you will be a prized welcome guest in someone’s store, B&B, or home. You pretty much can’t miss those eager to share the history, culture, and joy of their country. The city center is a convenient location for sightseeing and accommodations.

Georgian language basics

Therefore, before we get on with our unforgettable things to do in Tbilisi as a family and with kids, let’s practice together:

Say:

gamarjoba (gah-mar-joe-bah) This means hello!

me lareni var (may lahren-ee var) My name is Lauren.

Tip here: You’ll want to insert your name instead of mine. 😉 In Georgian, you add an ee (long e) sound to the end of your name if it ends in a consonant sound, in this case. I’ll not trouble you with a bunch of grammar right now.

sasiamovnoa (sah-see-ah-mohv-noh-ah) It’s nice to meet you. (I love saying this word so had to add it in.)

didi madloba (dee-dee mahd-loh-bah) Thank you very much.

kargat (kar-gaht) Good-bye! (informal)

nakhvamdis (nahkh-vahm-dees) Good-bye!

Now say each 5 times fast. Kidding. However, practice makes perfect!

Do you want more Georgian phrases?

Click here to see my blog post and free printable on Georgian Language Phrases for Travelers. A mini Georgian dictionary or phrasebook, if you will.

Amazing things to do in Tbilisi with kids

This past summer we brought both our kids to Georgia, and while traveling with kids is always more stressful than on your own, it was an amazing journey. Do you look at travel as education? I certainly do. The Tbilisi Zoo is a popular attraction for families, offering a variety of animals and affordable admission.

There’s a ginormous (yes, ginormous) difference between pointing to a small green blob on the map and labeling it Georgia on an exam and visiting the country, interacting with the rich culture. Tbilisi is home to numerous tourist attractions, such as the cable car, old town, and the Museum of Illusions, which provide scenic views, historical significance, and cultural experiences.

Where to stay in Georgia with kids: Airbnb

First, be aware there are certainly a wide variety of hotels in Tbilisi such as the Marriott, Radisson Blu, Holiday Inn, Rooms Hotel Tbilisi, Betsy’s Hotel, and others.

You’ll want to decide what kind of experience you’re looking for. Do you want a traditional hotel, a B&B with an amazing Georgian breakfast, or maybe like we did, your own apartment through Airbnb. Staying in the city center is highly convenient for easy access to Tbilisi's main attractions and landmarks.

I can’t say enough good things about our experience with Airbnb in Georgia. We booked one in Tbilisi and in the west in Batumi when we were there, and had excellent accommodations and hosts.

Often, the Airbnb host will pick you up at the airport for no extra charge, give you a mini-tour of the city on the way, and even take you back to the airport for your return flight no matter the crazy time.

Another plus with Airbnb is, personally, I like to have my own kitchen when we travel, especially with the kids. That way they can get up and going slowly, eat breakfast, and enjoy ourselves without rushing off.

Also, as a mom with a kid with a food allergy, it is really nice to prepare some of our own meals and not have to ask about preparation and ingredients.

All that to say, an Airbnb apartment in Old Town within walking distance of many sites is a fabulous option when you’re with kids. You may not consider it one of our official “things to do in Tbilisi”, but where you stay is important.

As an Airbnb tip, when you’re selecting your location, be sure it has many positive reviews and a history of people staying there.

Things to do in Tbilisi for kids

1. Mtatsminda Amusement Park

Mtatsminda. The amusement park here is new in the last few years and an awesome activity for kids if they’re tired of visiting beautiful churches and touring Georgian museums. It’s a very popular spot for locals with children, not only tourists.

If you look up the mountain to the Georgian Eiffel Tower (the Tbilisi TV Tower), you may see the Ferris wheel next to it. Yes, that’s where the park is located, right up at the top. This is one of our favorite things to do in Georgia with kids. There is no entrance fee to enter Mtatsminda Park, but visitors pay per attraction.

Luckily, you can get there pretty easily by taking the funicular from Old Town up to the top for some fabulous views of the city.

Or, if you have a child like mine who absolutely refuses to ride the funicular and has an attack of nerves and vertigo just looking at it, you can drive. Or rather, have a taxi or someone drive you up the winding road to the park entrance.

If you are lucky enough to take the funicular to the top you will experience some awesome views and find yourself at the top of the world.

First, take a while to enjoy the view of the city and pick out all the places you’ve visited with the kids. They love this!

Next, turn around to find the beautiful white building, the fairly recently remodeled Funicular Restaurant. The three-story building was built from 1936-1938, and a long-time architectural landmark in the city.

Moreover, I have it on good authority from the random person we met outside that it was a favorite restaurant of Stalin’s, the KGB, and featured in every single Soviet movie from the 60s-80s with a scene in Tbilisi. They’ve made it into a Tbilisi attraction for kids with games and rides all around.

2. The Peace Bridge

The Peace Bridge is a modern piece of architecture with a great pedestrian walkway. It's impressive to the kids and located near the Rike Park and Funicular entrance. On your checklist of things to do in Tbilisi, walk across and take a family photo!

3. Rike Park (park area with play area, swings, giant chess board)

Rike Park is a fun place to walk around in the late afternoon with kids. When you think about what to do in Georgia with kids, this is a great place to visit. After you get your photo taken at the Peace Bridge, come on down to the park.

There's a nice playground area for kids with swings and a play structure and even a giant chessboard! Enjoy the early evening and play time before your evening Georgian meal.

4. Old Town

Our Airbnb was located in a nice part of Old Town Tbilisi, and so much restoration has been done in the area recently! You'll have a home base for your family trip to Georgia in Old Town to explore the traditional Georgian architecture, tourist shops, cafes, and parks.

If you'd like, you can easily get a tour guide to take you around on a walking tour or by bus or car. There are so many things to do in Tbilisi. Moreover, awesome places to visit in Georgia with kids.

Ask your Airbnb host if they know of a local company or ask at a local hotel. If you don't speak the language and don't want to be miming most of your trip, this could be a good option. Although, more and more Georgians have been learning English and can help you out.

5. Metekhi Church and gardens

First and foremost, Metekhi Church holds a special place in my heart because it’s the church where I was married. It’s located picturesquely above the Mtkvari River with the great statue of King Vakhtang Gorgasali on horseback just in front.

The story is that King Vakhtang built a church and residence on the location originally, the buildings destroyed by the Mongols in the 1235 invasion. In the late 1200s, King Demitrius II built the church and over the years it was fortified and restored. Nearby, you can also visit a historic garden to enjoy the fresh air and explore plants and a pond.

It’s been a barracks, a jail, and in Soviet times when religion was banned, an attempt at a museum was made then a theater.

Thankfully it’s been restored back to a church and today is a magnificent symbol and site of Tbilisi.

For Georgia kids, there’s a nice little cafe just next door where you can grab an ice cream or a drink then wander around the church gardens. Say gamarjoba to friendly Father Tarieli if you pass him in the garden.

You’ll see some amazing views of Old Tbilisi, and have a place to pray and meditate as long as the kids allow. If you go in the church women are expected to cover their heads with a scarf, and there’s a box of shared scarves for guests in most churches (I much prefer my own!).

Don’t be alarmed, but a kindly volunteer may chase you around with a scarf until you cover your head.

6. Narikala Fortress

From Metekhi you will be able to get a full view of Narikala Fortress in the distance. The kids will love exploring the old "castle" as you wander along the old wall and yard surrounding. This is the perfect Georgia for kids attraction to learn some history and be awed by the castle.

The Church of St. Nicolas was rebuilt recently in 1996-97 after the original was destroyed in a fire. This is another fabulous high point to take breathtaking photos of the city. You can hike up to it, which I've done before, however, with kids, I'd recommend taking a cable car up.

If you're super-lucky you may even get to see a local herd his flock of sheep through the fortress yard. Consequently, there may be squeals of delight, running about, and much discussion of the amazing sheep of the castle.

Let me tell you they are some pretty sure-footed sheep climbing up and down questionable rocky paths. Adventure with the kids and act out a story at the castle!

7. Sameba (Trinity) Cathedral

Sameba Cathedral, or Holy Trinity Cathedral, is the third tallest Orthodox Church in the world and one of the largest religious buildings. A mixture of traditional Georgian architectural styles, compared to other well-known churches in Georgia it feels new and shiny. Probably because it was built relatively recently, from 1995-2004. It's huge inside obviously, and the sheer space above and around is impressive.

There's plenty of space outside to wander around, look at the unusual trees and flowers and let the kids run a bit. This is a must-see in Tbilisi and will be even more impressive to kids. It's really one of those fun things to do in Tbilisi with family. Just imagine being half your height and your eyes going up and up and up!

8. Open Air Museum of Ethnography

The Open Air Museum of Ethnography is just about the only way to get an education in 14 ethnographic zones in one location: Kartli, Samegrelo, Adjara, Abkhazia, Svaneti, Khevsureti, Kakheti, Meskheti, Javakheti, Guria, Imereti, Racha, Lechkhumi and Ossetia.

This is a fun thing to do in Tbilisi and perfect for kids to explore the houses and artifacts from all the different regions of Georgia. The museum is a fabulous experience even on a regular day; however, they also have awesome festivals and special Georgian folk exhibits so look at their website here as you plan your trip.

History and culture buffs, this is the place for you!

9. Rustaveli Avenue 

Rustaveli Avenue is one of the main streets of Tbilisi, and on it, you'll pass by many Tbilisi sights. Just on this one street, you'll go by the monument of St. George, the Parliament building, Tbilisi's number 1 public school, Kashueti St. George Church (with a park behind), the Opera House, the Museum of Fine Arts.

Parent tip: I know it sounds terrible and right now you adamantly claim you would never stop in such a place while traveling. However, after a day of walking and wandering around these amazing places, kids get tired. They refuse to do anything. This may not be on your top things to do in Tbilisi. However, you are tired and may wish to visit the Georgian McDonald's just next to the Rustaveli metro. Ahhhh! NEVER! You say - just wait.

Shota Rustaveli is arguably the most famous Georgian poet. There are universities named after him, almost every town in Georgia has a Rustaveli Street, and you'll see this statue of him with a fountain in front on Rustaveli Street in Tbilisi.

It's conveniently located just next to the Rustaveli metro stop, and the Rustaveli McDonald's. There are so many cool things to do in Tbilisi with Rustaveli in their name!

Shota Rustaveli was a medieval poet, the greatest of the Georgian Golden Age, and composed the epic poem The Knight in the Panther's Skin. Born in 1166, he served during the time of "King" Tamar the Great (female) and is revered by all Georgians. You might even find a copy of the poem from one of the street vendors near the statue.

10. Dry Bridge

Are you still thinking, what to do in Tbilisi, Georgia? If you're looking for a souvenir to take home, you'll find paintings and souvenirs in Old Town shops (probably the most expensive place), outside souvenir and painting shops along Rustaveli Street just a bit north of the Rustaveli metro, or at the Dry Bridge.

The Dry Bridge is fun to visit and just look around at all the paintings, textiles, Georgian figures, anything you could want. I love to look at the paintings, but my daughter, of course, was on a mission to find the perfect Georgian hat, slippers, and doll. The four-year-old got tired after a while, but it's a great place to grab any necessary souvenirs.

Also, I'd suggest taking a taxi there and back as it's not the easiest place to walk to. Wave a hand to pull over a taxi and tell the driver: Mshrali khidi (mshrah-lee khee-dee), this means dry bridge. They should get the picture.

In addition, make sure you have your hotel or Airbnb address with you to tell or show your driver when you return!

There's a sort of a flea market area on top of the bridge where you'll find people selling old dishes, Communist paraphernalia, binoculars, silverware, whathaveyou.

If you have room in your bags and enjoy flea markets and garage sales, it's a little paradise. Just be careful and haggle a bit as it's expected.

11. Eat Some Good Khinkali

This is a do not miss! This is at the top of my list for fun things for kids in Georgia although I have it at number 11. Definitely, seek out some traditional Georgian restaurants and try the local cuisine. It's AWESOME. I love almost everything, but make sure to order some good khinkali.

A true Georgian will tell you to pick it up the dumpling by the nib, carefully bite into the side, and drink the lovely warm broth out of the middle. DO NOT, I repeat DO NOT spill the juice on your plate (you will 😉 ) Only a wimp uses a fork!

You order khinkali by the number, and they come out on a big plate family style in the center of the table. So if I say: Otsi khinkali gvinda, that means we want 20 khinkali. There are different kinds although most places will have pork or beef. Sometimes you can even get potato, mushroom, or cheese. Normally I don't embrace carbs, but I LOVE khinkali!

12. Sample the Churchkhela

Another Georgian food the kids will enjoy is called churchkhela. Basically, it's hazelnuts or walnuts strung on a string. They're then dipped in a grape juice, flour and corn flour boiled mixture, and set to dry.

Traditionally, churchkhela was made as a treat in the home and would last and not go bad for a long time. In World War II and probably even before, men were sent off to war with churchkhela as a sort of travel food. The early Georgian fruit and nut bars that are amazing and addictive.

Allergy Warning: As we have a nut allergy in the family, we are always on guard at all times when traveling. In Georgia, you especially have to look out for walnuts because they are in sauces, salads, desserts, pretty much everything.

So are you planning a family trip to Tbilisi?

Lately, I’ve seen Tbilisi on National Geographic’s top places to visit this year, as well as on many other lists. Georgians are open and hospitable, and it’s a culture-filled trip. There are so many more things to do in Tbilisi also. The best time to visit Tbilisi with kids is during the spring or fall when the weather is mild and pleasant.

My kids absolutely loved exploring, as well as through the country to the Black Sea. For anyone visiting Tbilisi with kids, I recommend checking out the local parks, taking a cable car ride, and visiting the interactive museums. All things considered, it’s an education and experience not to be missed. Your taste buds will thank you!

Other articles about Georgia:

1. Top 10 Things to do in Batumi, Georgia with Kids
2. Georgian Language Phrases for Travelers
3. Doors and Windows in Tbilisi, Georgia
4. How to Make Traditional Georgian Bread
5. Tbilisi Digital Space: A modern art museum showcasing digital masterpieces from all over the world. (coming soon!)
6. Vake Park: A location with a media library and coworking space. (coming soon!)

Are you looking for an awesome beach vacation with a giant dose of culture and post-Soviet vibe thrown in? We just took an amazing trip to explore this up and coming city and had an amazing time! In the following you learn where exactly this surprise location is, but also our top 10 things to do in Batumi Georgia with kids.

It’s true we have connections to Georgia (the country, not the state) because my husband grew up there and has a bunch of family still living there. We wanted a fun place to take the kids, along with his mother and niece, for a family-bonding vacation everyone would enjoy.

Where is Batumi Georgia?

Batumi, Georgia is a resort city in a coastal area on the Black Sea on the western side of Georgia. The Turkish border is only a few miles to the south, and you’ll find tourists here from Ukraine, Russia, Turkey, and all over.

Batumi was the perfect spot for our vacation and has a lot to offer for kids. We had a clean fast train out from the capital and back, and a great flat / apartment experience with Airbnb. The city center is close to various attractions, including a popular park that serves as a green oasis and the Batumi City Zoo. For Americans, the exchange rate was about 2.4 GEL or Georgian lari to the dollar so great for us, although not fabulous for native Georgians! We heard a ton of languages around, Russian, Azeri, Georgian, English. My mother-in-law got to relive some of her youth, and her grandchildren were introduced to her past. It was perfect.

Our Top 10 Things To Do in Batumi Georgia With Kids

Here we go!

Batumi is a fantastic destination for families, offering a variety of activities that cater to both kids and adults. From beautiful beaches to exciting amusement parks, there's something for everyone. Many attractions are just a short walk from each other, making it convenient for families.

1. The Batumi Boulevard

The Batumi Boulevard was a great place to go to walk, breathe in the sea breeze, stare out at the sea, and let the kids run. So often on a vacation, kids need space to just get out and run around, and this is a scenic, calming place for Mom at the same time. The Boulevard runs North and South along the Black Sea so on one side you have a view of the sea,

and on the other, you have restaurants, hotels, buildings, and art.

The Boulevard includes the larger walkway, and next to it the small red road for biking. Another awesome thing is that there are bikes (1 to 6 seaters) you can rent at several locations along the way. So, of course, the kids get tired, and if they’re old enough you can just grab one of these 4 seaters and pedal your way down enjoying the view.

Warning: We saw a lot of foreign tourists biking with selfie sticks filming themselves as they pedaled. Beware of traffic and people not always paying attention!

Batumi is a vibrant city with a lively atmosphere, making it an attractive destination for families and weekend getaways.

Highlights of Batumi Boulevard

While I enjoyed the sea view and palm trees, my son’s favorite part was his chocolate ice cream cone. And admittedly yes, we got ice cream several times! The Boulevard has so much for all the senses. First, we just walked, ate some ice cream, and then used the random exercise equipment. There is also a children's playground along the boulevard, making it a great spot for families.

Then, we pondered the art sculptures, sat under a gazebo staring out at the sea, and listened to the traditional Georgian songs of the street musicians. The kids ran, laughed, ate more ice cream, then collapsed on benches because they were so tired and “could not go a step further”. It’s a great place.

2. The Ferris Wheel (or in Georgian: "Eshmakis borbali" = the devil's wheel)

Who doesn’t love a ferris wheel?! The ferris wheel is a fabulous way to get some great views of the city and the Black Sea and definitely makes our top 10 for Batumi with kids.

The Alphabet Tower, located near the Ferris Wheel, offers panoramic views of Batumi and showcases the Georgian alphabet with 33 letters.

My daughter was initially scared to death of the thing because it looked so high. But actually, it goes around slowly, and the seats are in a circle with bars around them, not with your legs dangling. Also, it never truly stops so you get on and off as it continues to turn.

Go buy a ticket at the little ticket booth for 3 GEL a person. If you miss the ticket booth and try to buy some as you get on you’ll just get yelled at in Russian (well that’s me since I have blond hair and most Georgians assume I’m Russian) to go back to the ticket booth.  Don’t forget your camera, and enjoy the ride!

BONUS! Just next to the ferris wheel is the famous Ali and Nino statue that moves continuously to tell the story of the two individuals from the book of the same name. It’s a good resting spot, AND there’s a fairly clean public bathroom near it as well. It’s 50 tetri and so worth it!

3. The Dolphinarium in Batumi Georgia

I’ve been to many sea lion shows at zoos around the United States but never to a dolphin show. Doesn’t just saying the word “Dolphinarium” sound like an unavoidable in Batumi Georgia if you’re traveling with kids? Going into the show, I really didn’t know what to expect but was pleasantly surprised.

The Dolphin Show was fun and upbeat from beginning to end (it lasted about 45 minutes total with the dolphins performing). There was music throughout the entire show paired with each dance or trick of the dolphins.

Also, the announcer was pretty amazing going from Georgian to English to Russian pretty seamlessly, excited and engaged in the program. Everything was clean and professional, and you could tell the dolphin trainers loved working with their intelligent dolphin friends.

My entire family loved it, age 4 up to 73-year-old, and there were smiles throughout. It was also a fun mix of locals and tourists as we sat by some Russians, but there was a local elementary class just up a balcony to our left. At 15 GEL a person (under 4 free) it was a great time with an affordable entrance fee. You should visit too! Be sure to check for current prices as they may have changed.

4. The Boulevard Beach (the northern section)

What’s the first thing you notice? It’s the rocks, right? Yes, it’s a pebble beach, and can be hard on the feet (so bring sandals!), but it’s great for Batumi Georgia with kids! The kids play in the sand all the time, and beautiful, colored rocks are a novelty. You can hang out, play, walk, and ride along the concrete path behind the beach, enjoying various attractions and activities in the surrounding area.

Both my kids made rock collections, towers, practiced skipping rocks and had a blast. The other thing that won the day? The sea life. There were little jellyfish everywhere and dolphins playing in the distance. We went from screams of fright to joy every two seconds. Loved it.

5. Europe Square

Europe Square is what it says and probably the most European-looking location in Georgia. Located in the city centre of Batumi, it’s fun for the adults to look around at the architecture, take pictures, and have a coffee. The kids loved the water jumping fountain in the middle and thought the statue of Medea with the Golden Fleece was “super-awesome”.

The Astronomical Clock was impressive, and the kids were in the mood to explore and thought it was pretty cool. There are also some well-tended plants, flowers, and of course palm trees to enjoy as you walk around. It won’t take you too long to walk around but don’t miss this square!

6. Sarpi Beach and Turkish border

There's just something about the beach and cafés at the border at Sarpi I love. It's about 15 km from Batumi, but you see a lot more Turkish influence in that short distance. We even heard the Muslim call to prayer from the Turkish side.

Again, we met with a multi-cultural mix of people (Georgians, Russians, Turks, Azeris), which was great for the kids to see and interact with. My daughter and niece played with some Russian girls for a while, and to me, that's a huge educational piece in friendship, understanding, and differences.

It's a little crazy right at the border, but you usually have the beach with only a few other tourists. It gets a lot busier in August and September, but since we were there in June we had a huge section of beach just to ourselves.

In addition, we stopped at a fun, open café-type area with lots of tables and umbrellas just before the border. We all got penovani khatchapuri (the cheese bread with puff pastry) and a drink. There are convenient pay toilets close by too, look for the WC sign. Pay toilets mean they're much cleaner, and it's not all that expensive. Also, did I mention it's gorgeous?? I love the views you get around this area of the beach.

Here's the border crossing. Note the Georgian and Turkish flags.

7. The Alphabetic Tower

The Alphabetic Tower is located near the Ferris Wheel at the northern end of the Boulevard in Miracles Park. It’s an impressive structure made to look like a DNA helix covered in the letters of the Georgian alphabet. Yes, the Georgian language has its own unique alphabet with 33 letters that are not Cyrillic or Latin, but Georgian.

Another nearby attraction is the Argo Cable Car, offering panoramic views of Batumi and the Black Sea.

You can ride up to the observation level or even eat at the restaurant, although we didn’t do that at the time. You get some great views of the city through the glass. We enjoyed the outside more and the playful tone of the architecture.

8. The Gonio Fortress

The Gonio Fortress is a Roman fortification within what was Colchis. You know, Jason and the Argonauts, the Golden Fleece and all that!? Awesomeness. It is also believed to be the resting place of the Apostle Matthew, although that has not been officially verified. History buffs, you need to visit this place.

If you're bringing kids make it a morning stop on your way to the beaches and border at Sarpi so you can rest on the beach in the afternoon. My kids basically said, "A castle! Cool!" It's a fun place to ponder the history and people who've been in this region of the world.

9. Batumi Georgia Dancing Fountains

First of all, we happened to stumble upon the dancing fountains during the day, after a small meltdown by the four-year-old. The fountains have some fun bridges that go over them near the spouting water. Kids from all around were running and laughing and trying to touch the water.

I didn't get great pictures, but the day fountain-chasing was a much-needed break. The night show is set to music and lights and is a fun evening when you're wandering about between the Boulevard and the city. This is a great pick when visiting Batumi with kids.

10. Laguna and Atcharuli khachapuri

Okay. So in the country of Georgia, I would say the most popular food people eat on a daily basis is khachapuri. Khachapuri is basically cheese bread, and there are many ways of preparing it in which the regions all over Georgia specialize.

Batumi is in Adjara, know for their Atcharuli khachapuri. Oh my yes. This is the kind you'll see looks like a bread boat filled with cheese, large pats of butter, and an egg broken in on top at the last minute. Just take a look.

My family just sat staring at the things in awe for a moment, and then remembered proper Atcharuli khatchapuri protocol. First, your boat is brought out to you piping hot with the butter and egg just placed on top. Second, you take your fork and mix it all up inside the boat, pulling out the sides and middle bread even, and mixing it all up to cook the egg.

Next, dig in, breaking of the sides of bread and dipping them in the middle as you go. Last, beg for a Borjomi (Georgian sparkling mineral water traditionally used to settle stomachs).

I'm drooling just staring at the pictures. Let me tell you, the stuff is amazing. I only got about a third of mine down it was so filling, but my husband cleaned his plate!

We went to eat at a place called "Laguna", recommended to us both by locals and tourists as the BEST Atcharuli khatchapuri in Batumi, THEREFORE the world. I can definitely say it's the best I've ever had, and I've had it quite a few times. If you are in Batumi this is a MUST - GO, GO! get yourself a bread boat of this gooey, cheesy, buttery goodness.

So many things to do in Batumi Georgia

This is longer than my normal post, but Batumi, Georgia is such a fun, different, amazing place to visit, it warrants more than the norm. There are so many other places around this city I could have included, but I tried to stick to those that were enjoyed most by my kids.

Several people told us to check out the Botanic Gardens, but I didn’t include them in this list because the four-year-old is not a hiker who enjoys the ups and downs and meandering trails to see plants. It may be perfect for your visit though! Additionally, the Batumi botanical garden is a wonderful attraction with divided segments and coastal vistas, making it convenient for visitors with its paved paths and motorized carts.

I have so many good memories of this place and fun times with the family. If you’re heading to Batumi, Georgia with kids definitely look up some of these places before you go. Or, if you’re traveling without kids look them up anyway! You won’t regret it.

Aba hey! Kargat iqavi.

What are some of your most memorable travels as a kid?

I'd love to hear about them in the comments!