Anaklia City
Black Sea resort town and port in Georgia
On Georgia’s Black Sea coast, Anaklia draws beachgoers to broad sand, kitesurf spots and a new deep‑water port project; visitors eat grilled seafood, stroll the Soviet-era promenade and take river trips or ferry to nearby fortress ruins.
Anaklia at a Glance#
Costs: Typical daily budget: $50-100 - affordable compared with European beach resorts; midrange hotels and eateries.
Safety: Generally safe and developing - generally safe; standard caution at night in busy beachfront areas.
Best Time: June-September - warmest months for swimming, festivals, and beachfront nightlife.
Why Visit Anaklia?#
Wide sandy shores and a developing beachfront make this coastal town a draw for summer beachgoers, with beach bars, cafés and occasional music festivals enlivening the promenade. Adjarian culinary highlights such as cheesy khachapuri and fresh Black Sea fish feature on most menus, while coastal walks and a modern port project add a mix of seaside leisure and contemporary development. Anaklia is especially lively in summer.
Best Things to Do in Anaklia#
Anaklia Bucket List#
Anaklia Beach - Long sandy shore with beach clubs, promenades and shallow swimming areas for visitors.
Anaklia Fortress ruins - Coastal fortification remains providing sea views and a sense of local maritime history.
Anaklia Boulevard - Seafront promenade lined with cafés, sculptures and places to watch the sunset.
Kolkheti wetlands and birdwatching - Nearby protected wetlands hosting migratory birds and guided nature-spotting opportunities.
Local seafood shacks - Small family-run stalls serving freshly grilled seafood and regional coastal dishes.
Sunset viewpoint at the river mouth - Quiet spot where the river meets the sea, popular for evening views and photos.
Best Time to Visit Anaklia#
Anaklia is at its best from late May through September when the Black Sea is warm and beach life is lively. Winters are mild and rainy with cool breezes.
December - February
5 to 12°C (41 to 54°F)
Mild, rainy winters with cool sea breezes; quiet beaches and lower prices, but many summer services inactive, so it’s good for budget travelers.
March - May & September - November
12 to 22°C (54 to 72°F)
Warm, pleasant and less humid than peak summer; great for walking promenades, exploring nearby Kolkheti wetlands and sampling local cuisine in comfortable weather.
June - August
22 to 30°C (72 to 86°F)
Hot, humid summers are beach-focused with lively nightlife; expect crowded promenades, warm sea temperatures and occasional heavy rain, especially in July nights.
Temperate climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 26°C. Abundant rainfall (1751 mm/year), wettest in October.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
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| January | Poor | 2° - 10° | 4° | 148 mm | overcast | 75% | 2.5 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.3h |
| February | Poor | 3° - 11° | 5° | 125 mm | overcast | 75% | 2.7 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.4h |
| March | Poor | 5° - 13° | 8° | 125 mm | overcast | 77% | 2.6 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Good | 9° - 17° | 13° | 110 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 2.4 m/s | 1.0 high | 13.2h |
| May | Good | 12° - 21° | 16° | 95 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 2.1 m/s | 1.5 very high | 14.4h |
| June | Very Good | 17° - 24° | 20° | 153 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 2.1 m/s | 1.9 very high | 15.1h |
| July | Very Good | 19° - 26° | 23° | 151 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 2.0 m/s | 1.9 very high | 14.8h |
| August | Very Good | 19° - 26° | 23° | 171 mm | some cloud | 73% | 2.0 m/s | 1.7 very high | 13.7h |
| September | Very Good | 15° - 24° | 20° | 171 mm | some cloud | 69% | 2.0 m/s | 1.2 high | 12.3h |
| October | Good | 11° - 21° | 16° | 175 mm | partly cloudy | 70% | 2.3 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.9h |
| November | Acceptable | 6° - 15° | 11° | 159 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 2.5 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.6h |
| December | Poor | 4° - 11° | 6° | 168 mm | overcast | 73% | 2.6 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.0h |
How to Get to Anaklia#
How to Get Around Anaklia#
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Shopping in Anaklia#
Shopping in Anaklia is centred on beachfront shops, small kiosks and markets selling beachwear, snacks and souvenirs. For a wider selection of goods and services head to Zugdidi. Local vendors often offer handmade crafts and regional food items during the tourist season.
Nightlife in Anaklia#
Anaklia’s nightlife is seasonal and focused on beach bars, outdoor parties and occasional festivals in summer. Outside the high season the evening scene quiets down and options are mostly restaurants and hotel bars.
