Can you drink tap water in Georgia?
Tbilisi, Batumi, the regions and when bottled water is better.
Short answer
In Tbilisi and Batumi, the water utilities say tap water meets drinking standards, and many locals drink it unboiled. Pipes in older buildings can be worn, so a filter or inexpensive bottled water is a better choice there. In villages and the mountains, water often comes from springs, and its quality is not always tested.
Why
- Tbilisi's water is supplied by Georgian Water and Power, which publishes water quality data.
- Tap water quality depends not only on the treatment plant but also on the pipes in each building.
- Bottled mineral and drinking water is cheap and sold everywhere in Georgia.
Details
If you have a sensitive stomach or are travelling with small children, stick to bottled water at first. In the mountains, it is best to boil spring water.
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Sources
Information checked on October 3, 2026.
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