Georgia is a captivating country in the Caucasus region where ancient traditions meet stunning mountain landscapes and world-class wine culture. From the charming cobblestone streets of Tbilisi to the dramatic peaks of the Greater Caucasus, Georgia offers extraordinary hospitality, unique cuisine, and eight millennia of winemaking heritage.
Top beaches
A ranked editor’s shortlist of the coastline worth planning a day around in Georgia.
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- Lively city beach with resort atmosphere
- sunbeds
- umbrellas
- restaurants
- showers
- changing rooms
- water sports
Batumi City Beach
Batumi's main urban beach stretching along the boulevard with black pebbles characteristic of the Eastern Black Sea. Backed by palm trees, restaurants, and the iconic Ali and Nino statue nearby.
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- Relaxed family beach town
- sunbeds
- guesthouses
- restaurants
- beach volleyball
- showers
Kobuleti Beach
A more peaceful alternative to busy Batumi with a wide sandy and pebble beach stretching for kilometers. Popular with Georgian families for summer holidays, with a quieter, local resort atmosphere.
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- Unique wellness beach
- guesthouses
- restaurants
- unique magnetic sand
- therapeutic facilities
Ureki Magnetic Beach
Famous for its black magnetic sand which is believed to have therapeutic properties for blood pressure and nervous system conditions. The beach is quieter than Batumi with a spa-like atmosphere.
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- Emerging beach destination
- restaurants
- festival grounds
- beach bars
- water sports
Anaklia Beach
Georgia's newest beach resort development on the Black Sea with wide sandy stretches and growing infrastructure. An annual music festival takes place here making it popular with young travelers.
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- Historical beach with ancient fortress
- sunbeds
- restaurants
- historical fortress
- beach bars
Gonio Beach
Pebble beach adjacent to the ancient Roman Gonio fortress south of Batumi. Less crowded than city beaches with a historical backdrop. Calm waters good for swimming in summer.
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- Charming village beach
- small guesthouses
- cafes
- tranquil atmosphere
- mountain views
Kvariati Beach
Small and charming Black Sea village beach with a bohemian atmosphere popular with artists and those seeking a quieter alternative to Batumi. Clear water and beautiful mountain backdrop.
Beaches by vibe
Pick by the mood you want — quiet, social, family, or active — and we point you at where that style lives along the coast.
Relax
Quiet & peaceful
Kvariati and Ureki offer peaceful retreats away from resort crowds, ideal for relaxation and nature walks
Family
Family-friendly
Kobuleti is perfect for families with wide beaches, affordable guesthouses, and a calm resort atmosphere popular with Georgian families
Sport
Active & sporty
Batumi city beach offers water sports including jet skis, banana boats, and parasailing along the lively boulevard
Social
Lively scene
Batumi Boulevard beach area buzzes with beach bars, cafes, and evening entertainment making it ideal for socializing
Things to do at the beach
Beyond swimming and sunbathing — the activities that make a coastal day in Georgia memorable.
Black Sea Swimming
The Georgian Black Sea is warm enough for swimming from June to September with water temperatures reaching 22-26°C. The pebble and magnetic sand beaches are unique to this coast.
Batumi city beach, Kobuleti, Kvariati
Jet Skiing and Water Sports
Water sports rentals are widely available on Batumi beach during summer months including jet skis, banana boats, paddleboards, and parasailing. Prices are affordable by European standards.
Batumi city beach
Magnetic Sand Therapy
Ureki's unique magnetic black sand is used for therapeutic purposes, particularly lying on the warm sand which locals believe helps with cardiovascular and nervous conditions.
Ureki Beach
Cycling along the Boulevard
Rent a bicycle and cycle the full 7km of Batumi Boulevard from the botanical gardens to the new boulevard area, passing beaches, fountains, and attractions.
Batumi Boulevard
Boat Trips
Pleasure boat trips along the Batumi coastline depart from the Batumi seaport offering views of the city from the water and dolphin-spotting opportunities.
Batumi city pier
Practical beach info
What to know before you head to the coast — season, getting there, facilities, and what it costs.
Best season
June to September for swimming, May and October pleasant for walks
Getting there
Batumi beaches are free public access; sunbeds typically 5-10 GEL per day
On-beach facilities
Batumi beaches have full facilities; smaller villages have basic cafes and guesthouses
Costs to budget
Sunbed rental 5-10 GEL, water sports 20-80 GEL, guesthouses from 30 GEL/night in Kobuleti
What to bring
A short packing list for a comfortable beach day — adjust for season and the specific spot.
- Sun protectionHigh-SPF sunscreen, hat, polarised sunglasses, light long-sleeve cover-up.
- HydrationReusable bottle, salty snacks for longer days, electrolyte sachets if it’s hot.
- FootwearWater shoes for pebble or rocky entry, flip-flops for sand, dry pair for the trip home.
- Swim & coverQuick-dry towel or sand-resistant mat, change of swimwear, light cover-up for restaurants.
- Cash & valuablesSmall notes for beach clubs and rentals; waterproof pouch for phone, keys, cards.
- ExtrasReef-safe sunscreen near protected coastline, a book, a small first-aid kit for jellyfish or scrapes.
Beach safety
Hard-earned guidance — read this before you swim, especially if you’re unfamiliar with the coast.
Critical
Swim where lifeguards are posted and follow flag warnings — green is safe, yellow is caution, red means no swimming. Rip currents are the leading beach hazard worldwide.
Caution
Watch for tide changes and marine life — jellyfish blooms, sea urchins on rocky entries, occasional shark or stingray advisories. Don’t swim alone, especially at dawn or dusk.
Tip
Reapply sunscreen every 90 minutes and after every swim. Take shade between 11 am and 3 pm — the sun is harsher than people expect, even when the air is cool.
Practical
Keep valuables out of sight or back at the accommodation. Beach theft is a small-but-real risk at busy beaches; never leave bags unattended while you’re in the water.