Borjomi in Winter: Central Park, Sulfur Pools, Likani and the Road to Bakuriani

Short answer: Borjomi in winter is a quiet spa town in a wooded valley at about 800 m, on the way to the Bakuriani ski resort (about 1,700 m, 25–30 km up the road). You can walk in the Central Park, which dates from the 1850s, and taste the warm mineral water of the Ekaterina spring for free, follow the riverside trail to the outdoor sulfur pools, described as a year-round attraction, and visit Likani with the Romanov palace and trails into Borjomi-Kharagauli National Park. The Borjomi–Bakuriani narrow-gauge train has been suspended since 2020, so go by road: a private transfer from Tbilisi to Borjomi costs from about 382 GEL per car (indicative starting price; benchmark checked 14 October 2026 for 15 January 2027; live prices for your date are shown above).

Borjomi in winter: what to expect

Borjomi lies at about 800 m in a forested valley; Bakuriani, the ski resort above it, is at about 1,700 m. Winter roads in the mountains are slower than in summer: travel with winter tyres and a driver who is used to winter mountain conditions, allow extra time and check for temporary restrictions after heavy snow.

Borjomi Central Park in winter

The park dates from the 1850s and follows the Borjomula River through a wooded valley.
The Ekaterina spring: visitors can taste warm Borjomi mineral water at the park pavilion, and the water is free to sample.
Tickets and hours: entry is reported at 5 GEL, and free before 09:00; published guides list the park as open 06:00–20:00 — confirm the current winter hours when you arrive.

Borjomi sulfur pools in winter

A riverside trail beyond the Central Park leads to outdoor, spring-fed sulfur pools with warm water. They are described as a year-round attraction, including in winter — check on the spot that they are operating and what the entry costs.

Likani, the Romanov palace and the national park

Likani is a spa area at the western end of Borjomi with mineral springs, old oaks and conifer groves. The Likani (Romanov) Palace was completed in 1895 to a design by Leon Benois as a summer residence for Grand Duke Nicholas Mikhailovich. Likani is also an entry point to Borjomi-Kharagauli National Park; winter walking routes exist, so choose one that suits the snow and your experience.

Borjomi to Bakuriani: train or car?

The historic Borjomi–Bakuriani narrow-gauge railway is 37 km long and opened in 1902; the line includes the bridge associated with Gustave Eiffel near Tsagveri. Passenger services have been suspended since 2020. A rehabilitation has been announced, but do not count on a train without a current timetable.

By road, Bakuriani is about 25–30 km from Borjomi on the Sh20 road; the options are a car, a taxi or a minibus. For skiing details see our Bakuriani ski resort guide and Borjomi to Bakuriani transfer.

Getting to Borjomi in winter

Route	Distance (our route data)	Private transfer, per car
Tbilisi → Borjomi	~160 km	from about 382 GEL
Tbilisi Airport → Borjomi	~162 km	from about 397 GEL
Kutaisi Airport → Borjomi	~146 km	from about 293 GEL
Tbilisi → Bakuriani	~180 km	from about 397 GEL

Indicative starting prices in the table update from our system and are per car, not per person. Historical benchmark: checked on 14 October 2026 for 15 January 2027. The search box at the top of this page shows available cars and live prices for your date.

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More: Borjomi travel guide, Tbilisi to Borjomi and Bakuriani, Bakuriani ski resort and Georgia in winter.

Frequently asked questions

Is Borjomi worth visiting in winter?

Yes, for a quiet spa break: walk in the Central Park and taste the warm Ekaterina spring water, visit the outdoor sulfur pools and Likani, and use Borjomi as a stop on the way to the Bakuriani ski resort.

Is Borjomi Central Park open in winter?

Published guides list it as open 06:00-20:00 daily, with entry reported at 5 GEL and free before 09:00. Confirm the current winter hours when you arrive.

Are the Borjomi sulfur pools open in winter?

They are described as a year-round attraction, including in winter. Check on the spot that they are operating and what the entry costs.

Does the Borjomi-Bakuriani train run in winter?

Passenger services have been suspended since 2020. A rehabilitation has been announced, but go by road unless a current timetable is published.

How far is Bakuriani from Borjomi?

About 25-30 km by road on the Sh20. Allow extra time in winter and travel with winter tyres.

How much is a transfer from Tbilisi to Borjomi?

Select your date in the search above to see available cars and the per-car price before booking. Cancellation is free, and there is no prepayment.

Sources: Central Park — Georgian Travel Guide (travelguide.ge), Reforma Group, GeorgianGate, The Georgian Guide, Kimi Abroad, Discovery Georgia and Yandex Maps reviews; sulfur pools — georgia.travel, travelguide.ge and Beyond Arts; railway — BM.GE, Wander-Lush, GBC, DMO Georgia and Geofit Travel; Likani — Georgian Travel Guide, Wikipedia, postcards.ge, Eurasia Travel, nationalparks.ge, places.georgia.travel and Trek Georgia; road and elevations — Rome2Rio, Travel Around Georgia, Georoad, Wikipedia, Trentro, Advantour, The Georgian Guide, Oriento Travel and published research papers. Transfer starting prices — OrbiTrip pricing engine; historical route benchmark — 14 October 2026.

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