| Town: | Stepantsminda |
| Location: | Europe > Georgia |
What’s Plugged?
Reviews & Amenities
Top Descriptions
| Less than 15km south of the Russian border, and over 150km north of Tbilisi along the Military Highway is Stepantsminda – still called Kazbegi by many. Encircled by the impressive and towering Mount Shani and the 5,047m Mount Kazbek, this town has an excellent location for hiking in the High Caucasus when the season is right. But what makes this town most famous is the picturesque Gergeti Holy Trinity Church and the wonderful views on offer in the surrounding area. Whether you visit in summer or winter, if you’re at all a fan of hiking and the mountains you’re bound to be impressed. |
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Top Tips
| Don’t miss out on the Stepantsminda (Kazbegi) to Gergeti Holy Trinity Church Hike while you’re in the area. You can take a return taxi (with waiting time) for about GEL40, but the hike is not too strenuous and is so much more rewarding – especially on a clear day. |
| There are a good number of restaurants in the town but many of them receive poor ratings. Cozy Corner Restaurant Karaoke Bar and Restaurant Khareba are probably the best options around. |
| Watch out for the shared taxi drivers; they’re not the smartest, most honest or friendliest bunch here. |
| The cheapest way to reach Stepantsminda (Kazbegi) is the Tbilisi to Stepantsminda Bus (Kazbegi Marshrutka) from Didube Bus (Marshrutka) Station. These buses also stop in Gudauri if you’re thinking of skiing at the Gudauri Ski Resort. |
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The Town
What should we know?
| Name in local script: | სტეფანწმინდა |
| Also known as: | Kazbegi |
| Tour operator(s): | Add Data |
| Rental operator(s): | Add Data |
| Port(s): | Add Data |
| Station(s): | Stepantsminda Bus Station |
| Terminal(s): | Add Data |
| Environment type: | cliff, hill, mountain, snow |
| Location type: | rural, town, viewpoint |
| Religion type: | Christianity |
What can we see or do there?
| Events: | Add Data |
| Services: | Liberty Bank Cash Machine |
| Shops: | Ekolari Fresh Fruits Supermarket |
| Animals: | dogs, wolves |
| Birds: | Add Data |
How much will it cost us?
| Currency: | Georgian Lari (GEL) |
| Average daily budget: | GEL91 |
When should we go there, and for how long?
| Average time taken: | 3 nights |
| High season: | June, July, August |
| Low season: | January, February |
How can we get in contact?
| Language(s): | English, Georgian, Russian |
| Timezone: | UTC+04:00 |
| Country calling code: | +995 |
How can we get there?
| Coordinates: | 42.6558, 44.6432 |
| Geographical feature: | Mount Kazbek |
The Directions
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The Directions
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The Directions
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What are the numbers and averages?
| Number of attractions visited: | 6 |
| Travel time to attractions: | 55 minutes |
| Travel time to next location: | 45 minutes |
| Altitude: | 1,740m |
| Population: | 1820 |
| Size: | Add Data |
What else would be good to know?
| Wikipedia: | Stepantsminda |
| Wikitravel: | Stepantsminda |
| Tripadvisor: | Stepantsminda |
| Local tourism: | Add Data |
| Emergency service(s): | Add Data |
| Travel advisories: | UK Government (Georgia) |
| Healthcare: | Add Data |
| Weather: | AccuWeather (Stepantsminda) |
| News: | Add Data |
| Public holidays: | Office Holidays (Georgia) |
Local Availability
| Item | Size | Average Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Beer (multinational) | 500ml | Add Data |
| Beer (national) | 500ml | Add Data |
| Fizzy drink | 1 litre | Add Data |
| Fruit juice | 1 litre | Add Data |
| Gin (multinational) | 1 litre | Add Data |
| Gin (national) | 1 litre | Add Data |
| Milk | 1 litre | Add Data |
| Oil | 1 litre | Add Data |
| Rum (multinational) | 1 litre | Add Data |
| Rum (national) | 1 litre | Add Data |
| Vodka (multinational) | 1 litre | Add Data |
| Vodka (national) | 1 litre | Add Data |
| Water | 1 litre | Add Data |
| Whisky (multinational) | 1 litre | Add Data |
| Whisky (national) | 1 litre | Add Data |
| Wine | 1 bottle | Add Data |
| Item | Size | Average Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Almonds | 100g | Add Data |
| Apples | 1kg | Add Data |
| Bananas | 1kg | Add Data |
| Bell pepper | 1kg | Add Data |
| Bread | 1 loaf | Add Data |
| Carrots | 1kg | Add Data |
| Chillies | 1kg | Add Data |
| Chocolate (multinational) | 1 bar | Add Data |
| Chocolate (national) | 1 bar | Add Data |
| Coconut milk | 1 can | Add Data |
| Cucumber | 1kg | Add Data |
| Eggs | 1 dozen | Add Data |
| Garlic | 1kg | Add Data |
| Ginger | 1kg | Add Data |
| Honey | 1 jar | Add Data |
| Ice cream | 1 unit | Add Data |
| Jam | 1 jar | Add Data |
| Onions | 1kg | Add Data |
| Oranges | 1kg | Add Data |
| Pasta | 1kg | Add Data |
| Peanut butter | 1 jar | Add Data |
| Peanuts | 100g | Add Data |
| Potatoes | 1kg | Add Data |
| Raisins | 100g | Add Data |
| Rice | 1kg | Add Data |
| Sandwich | 1 unit | Add Data |
| Tomatoes | 1kg | Add Data |
| Item | Size | Average Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Antifungal shampoo | 1 bottle | Add Data |
| Conditioner | 1 bottle | Add Data |
| Condoms | 1 pack | Add Data |
| Deodorant | 1 can | Add Data |
| Floss | 1 pack | Add Data |
| Hand sanitizer | 1 bottle | Add Data |
| Laundry soap | 1 bar | Add Data |
| Razors | 1 pack | Add Data |
| Sanitary towels | 1 pack | Add Data |
| Shampoo | 1 bottle | Add Data |
| Soap | 1 bar | Add Data |
| Tampons | 1 box | Add Data |
| Toilet roll | 1 unit | Add Data |
| Toothpaste | 1 tube | Add Data |
| Washing powder | 1 box | Add Data |
| Item | Size | Average Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Antiseptic cream | 1 tube | Add Data |
| Bandages | 1 pack | Add Data |
| Chapstick | 1 unit | Add Data |
| Contact lens solution | 1 bottle | Add Data |
| Headache tablets | 1 pack | Add Data |
| Ibuprofen | 1 pack | Add Data |
| Mosquito repellent | 1 bottle | Add Data |
| Nail clippers | 1 set | Add Data |
| Plasters | 1 pack | Add Data |
| Sun cream | 1 bottle | Add Data |
| Sunglasses | 1 pair | Add Data |
| Item | Size | Average Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Batteries | 4-pack | Add Data |
| Chilli powder | 100g | Add Data |
| Cigarettes (multinational) | 20-pack | Add Data |
| Cigarettes (national) | 20-pack | Add Data |
| Coriander | 100g | Add Data |
| Cumin | 100g | Add Data |
| Fuel | 1 litre | Add Data |
| Internet | 1 hour | Add Data |
| Lighter | 1 unit | Add Data |
| Matches | 1 pack | Add Data |
| Paprika | 100g | Add Data |
| Travel multiadapter | 1 unit | Add Data |
| Travel plug | 1 unit | Add Data |
| Turmeric | 100g | Add Data |
| Stock | 1 pack | Add Data |
Local Cuisine
| Dish | Average Cost | Restaurant Availability |
|---|---|---|
| BBQ (meat) | GEL14.80 | |
| BBQ (vegetable) | GEL8 | |
| Beans | GEL10.40 | |
| Bread | GEL2.10 | |
| Chakapuli | GEL19.50 | |
| Cheese board | GEL20.30 | |
| French fries | GEL7.10 | |
| Fried (chicken) | GEL18 | |
| Fruit salad | GEL16 |
| Dish | Average Cost | Restaurant Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Ice cream (scoop) | GEL5.50 | |
| Kebab | GEL13.90 | |
| Khachapuri | GEL12.10 | |
| Kharcho | GEL10.20 | |
| Khinkali | GEL1 | |
| Ojakhuri | GEL12.90 | |
| Omelette | GEL10 | |
| Ostry | GEL10.90 | |
| Pasta (meat) | GEL14.30 | |
| Pasta (vegetable) | GEL14.30 | |
| Pie (sweet) | GEL8.50 | |
| Pizza (loaded) | GEL20.50 | |
| Pizza (simple) | GEL17.90 | |
| Pkhali | GEL8.60 | |
| Porridge | GEL5 | |
| Potato wedges | GEL9.20 | |
| Dish | Average Cost | Restaurant Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Salad | GEL10.50 | |
| Salmon steak | GEL25 | |
| Sausage | GEL5 | |
| Shkmeruli | GEL22.40 | |
| Soup (meat) | GEL9.50 | |
| Soup (vegetarian) | GEL7.80 | |
| Steak | GEL24.50 | |
| Whole (fish) | GEL21 | |
| Yoghurt (loaded) | GEL7 |
| Beverage | Average Cost | Restaurant Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Americano | GEL4.40 | |
| Beer (multinational) | GEL5.50 | |
| Beer (national) | GEL4.30 | |
| Brandy (shot) | GEL5.50 | |
| Cappuccino | GEL5.50 | |
| Chacha (bottle) | GEL27 | |
| Chacha (glass) | GEL4.80 | |
| Coffee | GEL2.80 | |
| Cognac (bottle) | GEL70 | |
| Cognac (shot) | GEL8 | |
| Espresso | GEL3 | |
| Fruit juice (fresh) | GEL3.70 | |
| Hot chocolate | GEL5 | |
| Soft drink | GEL3 | |
| Tea | GEL3.80 | |
| Tea (herbal) | GEL4.60 | |
| Tequila (bottle) | GEL102 | |
| Tequila (shot) | GEL6 | |
| Vodka (bottle) | GEL68 | |
| Vodka (shot) | GEL4.50 | |
| Water | GEL2.20 | |
| Whisky (bottle) | GEL75 | |
| Whisky (shot) | GEL5 | |
| Wine (bottle) | GEL20.80 | |
| Wine (glass) | GEL6 |
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