About Sokhumi
Sokhumi is one of Georgia's major cities, home to around 65,439 people.
Best time
November–March for cooler, drier conditions
Weather
Varies from tropical to temperate depending on the season
Experiences
Things to do in Sokhumi
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Promenade
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Beslet arcaded bridge
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Castle of Bagrat III
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Great Abkhazian Wall
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Cathedral of the Annunciation
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Abkhazian State Museum
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Botanical garden
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Monkey park
Budget travel
Free things to do in Sokhumi
Promenade
Beslet arcaded bridge
Cathedral of the Annunciation
Botanical garden
Monkey park
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Promenade
- Visit Beslet arcaded bridge
- Visit Castle of Bagrat III
- Eat at Sushi Restaurant and Bar "Kibo"
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Great Abkhazian Wall
- Visit Cathedral of the Annunciation
- Visit Abkhazian State Museum
- Eat at Restaurant Amra
- 3
Day 3
Markets, parks & hidden corners
- Visit Botanical garden
- Visit Monkey park
- Eat at Bely Parus
Where to eat
Local favourites
Sushi Restaurant and Bar "Kibo"
Serve Japanese cuisine.
Restaurant Amra
The restaurant/bar at the pier is the poshest and even has sushi. It's also a good place for a drink. No English menus.
- $$
Bely Parus
A nice downtown garden restaurant, not very different from its neighbours, but serves good fish and meat dishes, decent service.
- $
Café Lika
If you want to taste really hearty local food far from the tourist crowds, this is the place to go. Auntie Lika only cooks two or three dish
Cafe Ashkhyts
Ekmek Bakery
One of the best bakeries in the city. Try the bublik (a type of Russian bagel covered with sesame seeds) for {{RUB
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
- $
Hotel "Beliy Parus"
A small apart hotel at the seashore opened in 2012. Nice air-conditioned double rooms and family apartments.
Hotel "Aytar"
Hotel "Atrium Victoria"
Hotel "Inter-Sukhum"
Hotel "Ritsa"
Shopping
- Central market
Nightlife
- Beer-bar "Apsalas"
- Bar "Agara"
- Nightclub "Aytar"
Museums & culture
- Castle of Bagrat III
- Cathedral of the Annunciation
- Abkhazian State Museum
In pictures
Sokhumi gallery
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