Take in the grandeur of Europe Square and Piazza Square
In the centre of the cobbled streets of the Old Town, where boutique hotels are adorned with ornate balconies, the 170-year-old statue of Medea – Greek sorceress – is a symbol of Georgia's connections to the world of Ancient European world. Soak in the atmosphere then stroll past the elaborate astronomical clock that tells the time plus gives the position of sun, moon and planets, to lively Piazza Square. The Piazza is distinctly Italian in its design and in the summer the square often plays host to concerts by international artists.
Stroll Batumi Boulevard
Originally constructed in 1884, Batumi Boulevard runs for 7km along the waterfront and is lined with cafés, restaurants and cycle paths. From here you can take a trip out to sea to see the ‘Symbol of Batumi’ – the Black Sea dolphins. It’s a pleasant stroll any time of the day and a great place for families to hang out.
Stop by the 130-metre high Alphabetic Tower, built in 2012 to celebrate the uniqueness of the Georgian alphabet. The 33 letters of the Georgian alphabet scroll around the outside. There's a revolving restaurant and viewing platform built into a dome at the top of the tower.
It’s impossible to miss the Ferris Wheel on the harbour, especially as it’s gaudily lit at night – thus confirming Batumi the Las Vegas comparison. Take a ride if you fancy, but make sure you check out the nearby Statue of Love. The moving 8-metre steel structure by Georgian sculptor Tamara Kvesitadze Ali and Nino from the famous 1937 novel of the same name by Azerbaijani author Kurban Said.