Batumi Botanical Garden: how to get there and prices
Batumi Botanical Garden is one of the main Batumi attractions. Situated just 10 km from the city, it attracts tourists from all over the world with its unique collection of plants, stunning views of the Black Sea and cozy atmosphere.
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Batumi Botanical Garden: general information
Founded in 1912, the Batumi Botanical Garden is spread over an area of about 111 hectares and includes more than 5 thousand species of plants from different corners of the planet. Here you can see Japanese gardens, Mexican cacti, bamboo groves and citrus plantations. This place is ideal for walking in nature, enjoying the silence and magnificent scenery.
Where is the Batumi Botanical Garden
The Botanical Garden is located in the northern part of Batumi:
Public transport: Take minibus #31 or bus #10. The boarding stop is located on Baku Street – Cable car (coordinates: 41.646806, 41.645511). The ride will take about 40 minutes. The stop is next to the entrance to the Botanical Garden: coordinates 41.692240, 41.707154.
Taxi: The cost varies from 7 to 20 lari. Ordering through applications is usually cheaper.
Upper entrance (Cash desk 2)
Entrance coordinates: 41.694416, 41.713888
Located closer to the top of the garden.
Public transport: Bus #10a departs every 35 minutes. You can get on at the same stop as in the first option. Get off at stop #1457 (Tbilisskaya street, coordinates: 41.692744, 41.715377). The trip will take about 1 hour.
Taxi: The cost of the trip is 10-20 lari.
Northern entrance (Cash desk 3)
Entrance coordinates: 41.706243, 41.721756
Located on the Chakvi side.
Public transport: Bus #10a (every 35 minutes) or minibus #40 (every 6 minutes).
When traveling by bus #10a, get off at the Sakhalvasho stop (coordinates: 41.695853, 41.725810).
When traveling by minibus #40 stop - Botanicheskaya street (coordinates: 41.712332, 41.732901). You need to ask the driver to stop so as not to pass. From the stops you will need to walk about 2 km (25-30 minutes).
Taxi: The cost of the trip will be 15-20 lari.
Advice: the route can be adapted to your preferences - for example, start from the northern entrance and finish the walk at the main one, enjoying the rest on the beach.
Excursions to the Batumi Botanical Garden
You can visit the Botanical Garden both independently and as part of an organized excursion. Guided Tour includes transfer, visit to key locations of the garden and Batumi sightseeing tour and a story from a certified guide. This is a convenient option for those who want to learn more about Batumi, the history of the garden and its unique plants.
Botanical Garden Itinerary Tips
Start at the northern entrance: this will allow you to walk around the entire garden, go down to Green Cape Beach and finish your walk at the main entrance, where you can take public transport back to Batumi.
Start from the main entrance: after a walk, cool off in the sea on the beach near the Botanical Garden railway station (coordinates: 41.705840, 41.718442).
What to see in the Batumi Botanical Garden
Japanese Garden: the elegance of oriental nature.
Bamboo Grove: a picturesque corner.
Citrus plantations: a symbol of Georgia.
Mexican collection: exotic cacti and succulents.
Where to eat near the Botanical Garden
There are no cafes on the territory of the garden, but not far from the main entrance and the beach of the Green Cape there are cozy cafes where you can have a snack. Water can be purchased in several places inside the garden in the summer.
How much time do you need to visit?
Minimum: 1 hour for a quick tour.
Optimum: 3-4 hours for a leisurely stroll.
Road from Batumi: 20-40 minutes depending on transport.
Plan half a day to enjoy nature and take your time.
Visit the Batumi Botanical Garden — one of the most beautiful places in Georgia. Convenient location, affordable prices and a variety of plants make it an ideal place to relax and get to know nature!