Georgia · 2026 itinerary
Borjomi 3-Day Itinerary
A day-by-day plan for Borjomi: the best attractions in order, where to eat, how to get around — with free hotel briefings for your stay.
Arrive & Explore the Highlights
The original outdoor pump house where locals fill up. A simple concrete pavilion storing cold, naturally carbonated water direct from the spring. Three taps each run at a different pressure.
🕐 Open 24 hours
Free entry💡 Arrive before 9am to avoid the queue. The water is coldest and fizzes hardest first thing.
Hotels near Borjomi Spring of Mineral Water No. 1 →Expansive green space along the Borjomula River. Has a mineral water spring where you can fill your bottle for free. Paths lead past a small zoo, a cable car (fee required) and a funicular.
🕐 Open 24 hours
Free entry💡 Bring an empty bottle. The warmer water from the outdoor tap tastes less metallic than the chilled dispenser inside the pavilion.
Hotels near Borjomi Central Park →ორქიდეა · ££
პაემანი (Paemani) · ££
Deeper Into Borjomi
Small information centre with relief maps, stuffed wildlife displays and free advice on day hikes. You can borrow walking poles and a paper map, then walk the 1km nature trail loop free of charge.
🕐 09:00–18:00 daily (April–October), 10:00–17:00 daily (November–March)
💡 Go early to book a free guided walk in English — they run at 10am if enough people sign up. Otherwise grab the map and do the 'Beech Trail' on your own.
Two-floor museum covering Borjomi's history from Bronze Age settlements to Soviet spa culture. Entry is 3 GEL (under £1). Exhibits include old photographs, archaeological finds and a stuffed brown bea
🕐 10:00–17:00, closed Mondays
💡 Most labels are in Georgian only. Use the Google Translate app on your phone — there's free WiFi inside.
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Final Favourites & Departure
Early 20th-century hunting lodge of Tsar Nicholas II's uncle, now a museum. Exhibits cover the Romanov family's time in Borjomi and the building's Soviet sanato
💡 The ticket includes the garden and a short film. Skip the film and walk straight to the rear terrace for views up the valley.
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Getting Around Borjomi
Pre-book with Bolt or a local driver for about 100-130 GEL. Avoid touts at arrivals by walking 50m to the main road.
Book through your hotel or a trusted driver on Facebook groups like 'Tbilisi Taxi'. Negotiate the price before getting in; 140 GEL is fair for a comfortable sedan.
Get to Didube via metro (central Tbilisi) then follow signs for Borjomi. Fill up on water and snacks — no stops on the mountain road.
Take the morning direct train for the scenic valley route; buy tickets at the station counter (no online booking) at least 30 mins early.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 3 days enough for Borjomi?
Three days covers the main highlights well. You can see the key attractions like Borjomi Spring of Mineral Water No. 1 and get a genuine feel for the city. For a more leisurely pace or to explore neighbourhoods in depth, a 5-day trip is better.
What is the best time to visit Borjomi?
See our full best time to visit Borjomi guide — it covers weather month by month, peak vs. shoulder seasons and how to avoid the crowds.
Where should I stay for this itinerary?
A central location saves transit time between sites. Top options include Tbilisi, Likani Palace, Lilu. See the full ranked list with free briefings for each.