From city trips to beach vacations to hiking tours: Georgia has a lot to offer in terms of culture, activities and landscapes. It also offers you many opportunities to enjoy Nettislotsit.
If you want to spend your next vacation in Georgia, you can expect a country full of breathtaking nature, cultural richness and dreamlike places – these six you should visit in any case:
Where To Go In Georgia
1. Tbilisi
Tbilisi is one of the oldest capitals in Europe. Anyone who has been there can testify that the city, which has existed for 15 centuries, is the center of the country in terms of culture, politics and economy. In the heart of the city is the historic Old Tbilisi, which was built in the early Middle Ages.
If you want to go sightseeing during your stay, this part of the city is a must. Here you will find some of the most important sights of the city. For example, one of the main attractions of Old Tbilisi is the sulfur baths in the Abanotubani bathing district.
Even though Tbilisi is cosmopolitan in nature, the city is also characterized by religious diversity. Georgian Orthodox, Armenian and Catholic churches, as well as mosques and two synagogues, catch the eye during a walk. So if you are drawn to Georgia for a city break, Tbilisi is the place for you.
2. Batumi
Are you in the mood for a beach vacation in Georgia? Then you must go to Batumi – especially during the so-called velvet season in early autumn, when the weather is warm but not too hot. However, the popular beach resort is also worth a visit at any other time of the year.
In Batumi you can enjoy the view of the mountains as well as the sea.
Located on the southeastern coast of the Black Sea, Batumi is the administrative center of the Autonomous Republic of Adjara and also an international port city. It is obvious that many travelers are attracted to Batumi because of the Black Sea. In addition, the city also offers numerous sights that invite you to stroll and marvel. So you have the opportunity to relax on the beach as well as explore the port city. The ideal mixture for a short vacation.
3. Kutaisi
Kutaisi is the second largest city in Georgia and was founded 1400 years before the birth of Christ. It is one of the oldest cities in the world and with such a long and storied past, it has some beautiful sights to offer such as the Bagrati Cathedral, which was still a Unesco World Heritage Site until 2017.
If you’re planning to take a tour of Georgia’s diverse landscape, Kutaisi is the ideal place to arrive in the country at your leisure.
4. Stepantsminda
Surrounded by the Great Caucasus, the small village of Stepantsminda is a popular place for hikers. It is located at 1740 meters above sea level and lies directly at the foot of Mount Kazbek. The view alone is an experience and those who like hiking tours will find an ideal vacation nest for themselves in this magnificent place.
For the fact that Stepantsminda is relatively small compared to other Georgian cities with its 2000 inhabitants, the place has some accommodations such as guesthouses and hotels to offer, which provide plenty of comfort.
If you are in Stepantsminda, you should definitely visit Gergeti Trinity Church during your stay. It is one of the most popular sights in the town and attracts many day tourists. The sight of the church is fabulous in both good and bad weather conditions and is magically set off by the mountain backdrop.
5. Mestia
In Mestia you’ll encounter the center of Svanetia, known for Georgia’s characteristic fortified and residential towers. Here you’ll find 45 of these 24-meter-high and ancient fortifications, all with the distinctive Svan battlements.
The small town can be wonderfully explored on foot, so that sights such as the stone towers, the Matschubi Museum or the St. Nikoloz Church can be visited. By the way, Mestia is surrounded by beautiful nature. This means that you can quickly get out of the city via easy hiking trails and into the idyllic ambience of the surroundings, which you can enjoy to the fullest.
If you take a closer look at the surroundings, you will notice that many accommodations are built in alpine style. This makes the dreamy little town, which is surrounded by mountains, an ideal ski resort. On the south side of Mestia there is also a ski lift that operates all year round and takes you up to the local mountain Heshkili. Here you can enjoy the view.
6. Mzcheta
The historical Mzcheta has only 7584 inhabitants as of 2020. It is located a few kilometers north of Tbilisi and is a popular day trip for many travelers from the capital of Georgia. The village has a lot of cultural and religious attractions to offer – not for nothing is Mtskheta also called “Little Jerusalem”. During a walk through the town you can discover some of them.
Mtskheta has lost some of its former importance, but it is still an important cultural and religious center of modern Georgia. Once you visit the town, you will understand why it is considered one of the most popular tourist destinations in the country.
