Where is Borjomi, and what country is it in?
A resort town in the Kura gorge in southern Georgia.
Short answer
Borjomi is a resort town in Georgia's Samtskhe-Javakheti region, in the Kura river gorge about 160 kilometres west of Tbilisi. It takes about 2 and a half to 3 hours from Tbilisi by car or minibus. The town is known for its mineral water, Central Park with its springs and Borjomi-Kharagauli National Park.
Why
- Borjomi sits at about 800 metres, so summers are cooler than in Tbilisi.
- The ski resort of Bakuriani is about 30 kilometres away.
- Borjomi-Kharagauli National Park is one of the largest in Georgia.
Details
Minibuses to Borjomi leave from Didube station in Tbilisi. From Borjomi it is easy to visit Bakuriani, Rabati Castle in Akhaltsikhe and the cave city of Vardzia.
Tip
Borjomi suits a 1-2 day visit, with a ride on the Kukushka train to Bakuriani.
What may differ
Borjomi is cooler than Tbilisi in summer and often snowy in winter.
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Sources
Information checked on October 3, 2026.
Borjomi: the mineral spaRelated questions
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How much Borjomi can you drink a day, and can you drink it every day?
Borjomi is rich in sodium and bicarbonates, so drink it in moderation rather than by the litre instead of ordinary water.
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What is the Multicard at Georgian ski resorts, and how do you use it?
The Multicard is a physical reusable card from operator MTA that carries your ski pass and works at lift gates, and it can be topped up for any season.
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Which ski areas are covered by the Bakuriani ski pass?
A ski pass in Bakuriani gives access to all lifts and slopes in three ski areas run by the operator MTA: Didveli, Kokhta and Mitarbi.
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Where can you park for free in Gudauri?
Gudauri has free outdoor parking by several lifts and hotels, and the biggest area, with 500 spaces, is near Hotel Carpe Diem.