Kutaisi · Georgia
Kutaisi Tours & Things to Do
Discover the best Kutaisi tours and things to do in the green heart of western Georgia: descend into the stalactite wonderland of Prometheus Cave, drift by boat through the emerald Martvili Canyon, marvel at the golden mosaics of Gelati Monastery, ride Chiatura’s Soviet cable cars to the Katskhi Pillar, feast on khachapuri in a cooking class, and venture up to the Svaneti mountains. Compare top-rated experiences and plan the perfect trip.
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Sunset tours in Kutaisi
Departures that are under way when the sun sets in the coming weeks — start times checked against the local sunset.
Good for families in Kutaisi
Children can join from a young age and pay less than adults — taken from each operator’s price list.
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Explore Kutaisi by interest
Whatever brings you to Kutaisi — world-class museums, the river, or a long lunch — start with the experiences travellers love most.
Caves & canyons
Prometheus & Martvili.
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Gelati & Bagrati.
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Pillar & cable cars.
ExploreTskaltubo
Soviet sanatoriums.
ExploreSvaneti
Mountain towers.
ExploreWine & cooking
Khachapuri & qvevri.
ExploreCity & market
Old town & bazaar.
ExploreNature & heritage
Caves & culture.
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Top attractions in Kutaisi
The landmarks that define the city — and the tickets and tours that get you in, often skipping the line.
Prometheus Cave
Stalactite chambers.
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Martvili Canyon
Emerald boat ride.
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Gelati Monastery
Golden mosaics.
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Katskhi Pillar
Church on a rock.
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Tskaltubo
Soviet sanatoriums.
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Okatse Canyon
Cliff walkways.
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Imereti Wine
Qvevri tasting.
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Bagrati Cathedral
Hilltop landmark.
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North awayPrometheus Cave
Stalactite cave.
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20 min awayGelati
Golden mosaics.
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1.5 hr awayKatskhi Pillar
Church on a rock.
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20 min awayTskaltubo
Soviet sanatoriums.
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West awayOkatse Canyon
Cliff walkways.
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Mountains awaySvaneti
Stone towers.
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Practical guide
Know before you go
Short, straight answers to the questions every Kutaisi visitor asks before booking.
Spring (Apr–Jun)
Lush and green — ideal for canyons and caves.
Summer (Jul–Aug)
Warm and busy, great for the mountains.
Autumn (Sep–Oct)
Mild and golden — a lovely time for wine.
Winter (Nov–Mar)
Cool and quiet, with snow in the mountains.
For Svaneti
June to September is best for the high mountains.
Best overall
May to October is ideal.
One day
Prometheus Cave, Gelati and Katskhi.
Two days
Add the canyons and a wine tour.
Three days
Add a Svaneti mountain trip.
For nature
Caves, canyons and mountains.
For history
Gelati, Bagrati and Motsameta.
For food
Cooking classes and wine tastings.
Tours & transfers
Day tours include transport to the sights.
By car
A car with driver reaches caves and canyons.
On foot
The old town and bazaar are walkable.
To the mountains
Marshrutkas and tours run toward Svaneti.
By air
Kutaisi’s airport is a low-cost gateway to Georgia.
Georgian lari
Georgia uses the lari; cards accepted in the city.
Caves & canyons
Combine Prometheus, Martvili and Okatse in one tour.
Gelati
Don’t miss the golden mosaics of the monastery.
Katskhi
See the church atop its towering rock pillar.
Tskaltubo
Explore the eerie abandoned sanatoriums.
Khachapuri
Try Imeretian khachapuri, the local speciality.
Layers
Bring a jacket for cool caves and the mountains.
Cave tours
Popular canyon tours sell out — book ahead.
Svaneti trips
Long mountain trips fill up — reserve early.
Monastery tours
Guided tours fill up — book ahead.
Tskaltubo tours
Sanatorium tours have few slots — reserve early.
Cooking classes
Small classes fill up — book ahead.
Summer season
July and August are busiest — book ahead.
Caves & canyons
Around €25–55 for a caves and canyons day tour.
Monastery tour
About €20–45 for a Gelati and Bagrati tour.
Katskhi tour
Roughly €35–65 for a Katskhi and Chiatura tour.
Svaneti trip
Around €90–150 for a long Svaneti day trip.
Cooking class
About €40–75 for a class with wine.
How to save
Join group tours combining several sights.
When to visit
Kutaisi through the seasons
What's best, how busy it gets, and one booking tip for each time of year.
Spring (Apr–Jun)
Apr–Jun
- Best for
- Canyons.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Lush.
Summer (Jul–Aug)
Jul–Aug
- Best for
- Mountains.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Warm.
Autumn (Sep–Oct)
Sep–Oct
- Best for
- Wine & light.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Lovely.
Winter (Nov–Mar)
Nov–Mar
- Best for
- Quiet & snow.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Cool.
People also ask
Kutaisi travel FAQ
What are the best tours in Kutaisi?
The highest-rated experiences are Prometheus Cave and the canyons, Gelati Monastery, the Katskhi Pillar, and a Svaneti day trip.
What should I book in advance in Kutaisi?
Reserve cave and canyon tours, Svaneti trips and cooking classes ahead, especially in summer.
How many days do I need in Kutaisi?
One day covers the highlights, and two to three let you add canyons and the mountains.
Is Kutaisi worth visiting?
Yes — it is the gateway to Georgia’s caves, canyons, monasteries and mountains.
When is the best time to visit Kutaisi?
May to October offers the best weather for caves, canyons and mountains.
What is Prometheus Cave?
A vast cave of stalactites with lit walkways and an underground river.
Is Kutaisi good for families?
Yes — the caves, canyons and boat rides make it great for families.
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