Bakuriani City Guide
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Georgia

Bakuriani City Guide

Samtskhe-Javakheti

Bakuriani is a well-loved mountain resort in Georgia, famous for winter sports like skiing and snowboarding. In summer, it turns into a spot for hiking and biking. Its fresh air and peaceful vibe make it great for a calm getaway all year.

Lifestyle🍽️

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Food Scene
Good
6

Georgian cuisine is dominant with some vegetarian options available.

Local Dishes:
Khachapuri, Khinkali, Mtsvadi
Vegetarian Friendly
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Nightlife
Poor
3

Mostly quiet with hotel bars, more active during ski season.

Coffee Culture
Limited
4

Basic offerings, usually in hotels. Not a strong coffee culture.

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Tipping
Not Required

Tipping is optional but appreciated, especially in restaurants.

Top Attractions
Bakuriani Park
Park
Central park in the town, popular with families.
Didveli Ski Resort
Ski Resort
Offers good skiing options close to the town.
Kokhta-Mitarbi Ski Area
Ski Resort
Great for winter sports lovers.
SIM Cards

SIMs are best bought in Tbilisi. Magti is good for mountain coverage.

Available at:
Magti
Geocell
Beeline
Recommended Apps
Bolt(Transportation)
Google Maps(Navigation)
Revolut(Finance)
Georgian Railway(Transportation)

Services & Infrastructure

Street Cleanliness
Good
7

Clean streets with regular waste management, but recycling is limited.

24/7 Services
Poor
2

Very few 24/7 services; some hotels offer round-the-clock support.

Groceries
Nikora
Ori Nabiji

Local products are common. Nikora and Ori Nabiji are main supermarkets. Shops open from 9AM to 10PM.

Cashless Payments
Widely accepted

Cards are taken at hotels and supermarkets, but small places often want cash.

ATMs

ATMs are easy to find, especially near hotels and in the town center.

Schools
Local only

Mainly local schools; no international options in Bakuriani.

Available Schools:
Bakuriani Public School

Work & Digital💻

Coworking Spaces
Not Available
Work-Friendly Cafés
Limited
Rooms Hotel Kokhta Cafe
Comfortable space with decent Wi-Fi inside a hotel.
Alternatives:
Hotel Lobbies
Offer fairly good environments for working with Wi-Fi.
Digital Nomad Community
Poor
1

Not established as a digital nomad spot, more focused on tourism.

Nature & Activities🌿

Green Spaces
Excellent
9

Great nature access with Bakuriani Park and forest trails nearby.

Running
Good
7

Good trails for running with nice views and cool air.

Gyms
Available

Gyms are in bigger hotels, but not common outside these.

Available Gyms:
Rooms Hotel Fitness Center
Tennis
Poor
2

Tennis facilities are rare, mainly private at hotels.

Padel
Poor
1

Not common in Bakuriani.

Yoga
Poor
2

Few yoga establishments; outdoor activities are more popular.

Martial Arts
Poor
1

No known facilities; focus is on outdoor sports.

Skiing
Excellent
8

Top winter sports area with a good mix of slopes and facilities.

Water Sports
Poor
1

Some small lakes for paddle boating, but not much else.

Surfing
Poor
0

Surfing is not possible here, as it's mountain-based.

Diving
Poor
0

Diving options are non-existent, due to landlocked location.

Health & Safety🏥

Healthcare
Limited
4

Limited facilities in Bakuriani; Borjomi or Tbilisi is better for serious issues.

Hospitals:
Borjomi Hospital
Tbilisi Central Hospital
Pharmacies:
Pharmacy 36.6
Tap Water Safety
Safe to drink

Tap water is from spring sources, generally safe to drink.

Common Scams
Taxi overcharging, Fake guides

Community & Family

Family Friendly
Good
7

Many enjoyable activities for kids, like parks and small attractions.

LGBTQ+ Friendly
Poor
3

Moderate acceptance; better awareness needed. Travel with care.

Pet Friendly
Good
6

Pet-friendly with green spaces available; vet services limited.

Communities
Expats in Georgia (Social)
Georgia Travel Forum (Travel)
Skiing in Georgia (Winter Sports)
Hiking in Georgia (Outdoor)

Quick Facts

Population
1,737
Power Reliability
Excellent
8/10

Power is stable, but winter might bring short outages when it snows heavily.

Mountains
Available

Located in the Lesser Caucasus, offering great hikes.

Languages
Georgian(90%)
Russian(60%)
English(20%)
Emergency
112
Emergency Services

⚠️Natural Disasters Risk

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Tsunami
Very Low Risk
0
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Earthquake
Moderate Risk
5

🌦️Seasonal Issues

Cold Weather
December, January, February, March
Heavy snow and low temperatures common in winter.
Warm Weather
June, July, August
Warm and pleasant, ideal for outdoor activities.

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