Are child car seats required in taxis in Batumi, Georgia?

There is currently no legal requirement for child car seats in Batumi taxis: a relevant law is reportedly being drafted but has not yet been passed. This is why most locals travel with children without a seat, simply holding the child.

Georgia has no legal requirement for child car seats in taxis. If you want one for peace of mind, you can request a car seat when booking, but the wait for such a car may be longer than usual.

When taking a taxi to the Botanical Garden, confirm with the driver which entrance you need — there is a lower entrance and a separate upper ticket office (second entrance). Drivers may drop you at the wrong entrance even if the address was stated correctly.

Batumi taxis do not offer a child seat option when booking. Families with infants typically ride with the child held on an adult's lap. While technically not compliant with safety standards, it is not enforced in practice.

A taxi from Gonio to Batumi costs around 10 GEL. At this price, many visitors choose not to drive into the city themselves — Batumi traffic and parking can be stressful, especially for those unfamiliar with the area.

The Alliance hotel is not within walking distance of Batumi's main attractions, so factor in taxi costs for each trip into the city center when budgeting your stay.