Georgia is one of those nations whose language and culture define them as people. Even though the country has had several foreign invasions over the years, its culture remained relevant and persevered through all those reforms to what it is today. Batumi is one of the Georgian cities that will give you a full taste of this traditional culture.
By the time you arrive at Batumi airport, you should already have a list of things to do while enjoying your holiday. Let a car rental be your top priority so you can move freely around town discovering the landmarks and even mixing with the locals to understand a bit of their culture.
Things to do
There are serene parks to relax in as well as high towers to venture all the way up and have a lovely view of the surrounding. As you drive your car rental from Batumi Airport, always be on the lookout for these attractions.
- The Alphabet Tower - this tower was undergoing some constructions so visitors couldn't go inside. But today, the Alphabet Tower is accessible and one cannot help but notice the beautiful Georgian alphabets spiraling all the way up to a lavish restaurant. From inside the restaurant, you will get the most beautiful panoramic view of the city. The restaurant design itself gives you a lot of photography ideas, though there is a view point way up where you can get even more interesting angles.
- The Ferris Wheel - this is a short drive in your car rental from the Alphabet Tower. A ride on the Ferris wheel lasts about 15 minutes. In this short time you will have another scenic view of the town’s environs and take a few pictures as the carriage moves slowly.
- Seaside Park - this park provides a nice place to walk and enjoy the surroundings in a calm evening. There are plenty of benches along the stretches where you can sit and read a book or just watch as Batumi becomes more modernized with the many construction works going on. If you feel a bit artsy, you can bring out your canvas and paint.
- Batumi Art Museum - as you get past the city’s cathedral and around the city square, you will discover an Art Museum open to the public. Now you don’t have to feel like Picasso to walk into the exhibitions, the artistic design of the building will lure you in where you will be dazzled by the masterpieces.
By the time you return your car rental to Batumi airport, this town will have given you the best tourist experience you can imagine.