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Poti, Georgia

Poti is a port city in Georgia, located on the eastern Black Sea coast in the region of Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti in the west of the country. Built near the site of the ancient Greek colony of Phasis and deriving its name from the same, the city has become a major port city and industrial center since the early 20th century.

Type City

Why go

  • Place in Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti, Georgia.
  • Served by Senaki Air Base.

History

Poti is a port city in Georgia, located on the eastern Black Sea coast in the region of Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti in the west of the country. Built near the site of the ancient Greek colony of Phasis and deriving its name from the same, the city has become a major port city and industrial center since the early 20th century. It is also home to a main naval base and the headquarters of the Georgian Navy.

Airports

Senaki Air Base
Senaki, SZ, GE
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Getting there by ferry

Poti
Ferry terminal · 2.2 km from the centre
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Paliastomi Pichori Tour by Motorboat
Ferry route
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Constanta - Poti - Constanta
Ferry route · E60 Shipping Line
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Poti - Constanta
Ferry route
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Constanta - Poti
Ferry route
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Varna - Poti - Varna
Ferry route · Navibulgar
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Varna - Poti
Ferry route · Navibulgar
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Poti - Varna
Ferry route · Navibulgar
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Where things are

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When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Senaki Air Base. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By water: 1 ferry terminal within 20 km (nearest: Poti, 2.2 km); routes include Paliastomi Pichori Tour by Motorboat, Constanta - Poti - Constanta, Poti - Constanta.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Poti, Georgia. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.