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Is Kutaisi safe? 🇬🇪

Georgia · Safety report last updated 13 October 2026

As of October 2026, Kutaisi scores 82/100 on the IsMyTripSafe composite safety index — verdict: yes — generally safe. Yes. Kutaisi is generally safe for visitors with low violent crime and pickpocketing risks, though isolated incidents occur. The main risks for visitors are tourist-targeted scams.

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Kutaisi 🇬🇪

Georgia · Assessed 13 October 2026

/ 100

Yes — generally safe

Safer than ~89% of countries

District map

What drives this score

Crime81/100GoodCrime index 26.9 / 100

Sentiment89/100GoodMostly positive

Advisories100Good

Stability66Fair

Health79Good

01 · Official Guidance

Advisories

Good

UK Foreign Office (FCDO)

Level 3

Advises against all travel to parts of the country

“Your travel insurance could be invalidated if you travel against advice from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO). Areas where FCDO advises against travel South Ossetia and Abkhazia For security reasons, FCDO advises against all travel to the Russian occupied regions of: South Ossetia Abkhazia FCDO also advises against all but essential travel to areas immediately next to the administrative boundary lines with South Ossetia and Abkhazia.”

Updated 2026-10-07T11:55:50Z

Full advisory →

Government of Canada

Level 1

Exercise normal security precautions (with regional advisories)

“Canada's official risk level for Georgia: exercise normal security precautions (with regional advisories).”

Updated 2026-09-24T11:19:55.1136449-04:00

Full advisory →

02 · Evidence Signals

Crime

Good

Mugging & robbery risk

Low risk

City SignalCity Web Research

Pickpocketing & theft risk

Low risk

City SignalCity Web Research

Visitor safety sentiment

82 / 100 (Mostly positive)

City SignalCity Web Research

Urban scale factor

135k residents

City SignalCity Geocoding

Crime index (crowdsourced)

26.9 / 100

City SignalNumbeo Crime Index

Homicide rate

2.0 / 100k

Country BaselineWorld Bank Open Data · 2019

Feel safe walking alone after dark

82.0%

Country BaselineUN SDG Global Database · 2018

Physical assault (past year)

1.1%

Country BaselineUN SDG Global Database · 2022

Robbery / mugging

Low

Mugging risk is low; isolated incidents reported but not targeting visitors

Pickpocketing

Low

Bag-snatching risk is low; occasional reports in markets and near transport hubs

▸ 3 more indicators

Sexual violence (past year)

0.5%

Country BaselineUN SDG Global Database · 2022

Bribery during public-official contact

5.1%

Country BaselineUN SDG Global Database · 2016

Crime seen as a major business constraint

3.5%

Country BaselineWorld Bank Enterprise Surveys · 2019

03 · Environment

Health & Air

Good

Air quality

US AQI 35 · Good

Open-Meteo Air Quality

Hospitals

40 beds / 10k · country avg

WHO Global Health Observatory

Weather

October: highs ~28°C · wet spell

Open-Meteo

Road safety

12.7 / 100k

WHO Global Health Observatory

Natural hazards

No active alerts · 2 quakes ≥M4.5 past yr

Country BaselineGDACS / USGS

CDC travel health notices · none for this destination

Worldwide notices (not specific to this trip): Polio, Dengue, Measles

04 · Institutions

Stability

Fair

Political stability & no terrorism

57/100

Country BaselineWorld Bank Governance Indicators · 2025

Terrorism deaths (latest year)

0 recorded

100

Country BaselineGlobal Terrorism Database · 2021

Rule of law

60/100

Country BaselineWorld Bank Governance Indicators · 2025

Control of corruption

45/100

Country BaselineWorld Bank Governance Indicators · 2025

▸ 3 more indicators

Government effectiveness

60/100

Country BaselineWorld Bank Governance Indicators · 2025

Regulatory quality

66/100

Country BaselineWorld Bank Governance Indicators · 2025

Voice & accountability

51/100

Country BaselineWorld Bank Governance Indicators · 2025

05 · Field Research

Current Situation

Stable

Traveller sentiment score

Mostly positive

89/100

Reported feel82Mostly positive

Robbery risk92Low risk

Pickpocket risk96Low risk

Most visitors report feeling safe walking alone after dark, based on UN SDG data showing 82% feel secure in Kutaisi at night.

Yes. Kutaisi is generally safe for visitors with low violent crime and pickpocketing risks, though isolated incidents occur.

Kutaisi benefits from low homicide and assault rates, good air quality, and strong health infrastructure. Visitor sentiment is positive, with most feeling safe walking alone after dark. Petty crime exists but remains uncommon compared to larger Georgian cities.

Recent developments

Jul 2026Knife attack in Kutaisi left one man dead— DFWatch
Apr 2026One person detained in Kutaisi on charges of robbery and resisting police— Newshub.ge

Common scams

Taxi overcharging
Fake tour guides

Which areas are safe? District-by-district ratings are on the Safety Map→

Full briefing

Kutaisi’s safety profile is solid for a city of its size, with violent crime well below global averages. The homicide rate stands at 2.0 per 100k, significantly safer than the world average, and assault rates remain low. Recent incidents include a knife attack in July 2026 that resulted in one fatality and an April 2026 robbery arrest, both reported by local Georgian outlets. These events are isolated and not indicative of a broader trend targeting visitors.

Pickpocketing and bag-snatching occur occasionally, particularly around the central market and bus stations, but overall risk remains low. Taxi overcharging is the most common scam, especially for tourists unfamiliar with local fares; using ride-hailing apps or agreeing on prices beforehand helps avoid issues. Fake tour guides offering unsolicited services near major sites like the Bagrati Cathedral should also be approached with caution.

Air quality is good, health facilities are adequate for the city’s scale, and no natural hazards are currently active. Visitors should stay aware of their surroundings, avoid demonstrations, and keep informed via local news. While regional advisories caution against travel to occupied territories, Kutaisi itself poses no exceptional security concerns for those exercising normal precautions.

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06 · Neighbourhoods

Safest areas and areas to avoid

8 districts

Our field research rated 8 Kutaisi districts for visitors: 3 safer, 3 needing caution and 2 best avoided. See them plotted on the Kutaisi safety map.

Industrial Zone (near Kutaisi International Airport)avoidSparsely populated area with freight activity; higher risk of opportunistic crime, especially at night.

Rioni River floodplains (southwest districts)avoidProne to seasonal flooding and poor infrastructure; increased risk of accidents and petty crime in wet weather.

Prometheus Cave vicinity (Kumistavi)cautionPopular tourist site; safe during guided visits but remote access roads see occasional petty theft.

Sataplia Nature Reserve areacautionForested reserve with hiking trails; day visits safe, but avoid isolated trails after dark due to limited lighting.

VazisubanicautionEastern residential district; generally calm but occasional reports of night-time disturbances near bars.

City Centre (around David the Builder Square)saferWell-patrolled tourist hub with hotels, cafes, and low crime; safe day and night.

SaburtalosaferResidential area west of centre with good lighting and low incident reports; suitable for stays.

Bagrati Cathedral areasaferMajor landmark with steady visitor flow and police presence; no recent safety concerns.

3 safer3 caution2 avoidOpen the district map

07 · After Dark

Is Kutaisi safe at night?

82% of people in Georgia say they feel safe walking alone at night in their area (UN SDG survey, 2018).

Mugging risk is low; isolated incidents reported but not targeting visitors

After dark, be most careful around Industrial Zone (near Kutaisi International Airport), Rioni River floodplains (southwest districts), Prometheus Cave vicinity (Kumistavi), Sataplia Nature Reserve area. Stick to busy, well-lit streets and licensed taxis or ride-hail late at night.

08 · Questions

Kutaisi safety FAQ (2026)

Is Kutaisi safe right now (2026)?

Yes. Kutaisi is generally safe for visitors with low violent crime and pickpocketing risks, though isolated incidents occur. Kutaisi benefits from low homicide and assault rates, good air quality, and strong health infrastructure. Visitor sentiment is positive, with most feeling safe walking alone after dark. Petty crime exists but remains uncommon compared to larger Georgian cities. (Assessed 13 October 2026.)

Is Kutaisi safe for women, families and solo travelers?

Safety is not one number, and this Kutaisi report does not pretend it is: the score is re-weighted for who is travelling. A woman travelling alone, a family with children and a solo backpacker face different street-level risks, so the headline score shifts and the report leads with the findings that matter for that group. Personalize this report in one click to see the 2026 score and safety briefing for your specific travellers.

Which areas of Kutaisi should tourists avoid?

Field research flags Industrial Zone (near Kutaisi International Airport), Rioni River floodplains (southwest districts) as best avoided. See the district-by-district safety map.

What are the most common scams in Kutaisi (2026)?

Taxi overcharging
Fake tour guides

How does Kutaisi compare with other places in Georgia (2026)?

Kutaisi ranks #1 of 3 Georgia destinations we've assessed, scoring 82/100. See the Georgia safety overview for the full list.

How is this kutaisi safety score calculated (2026)?

The score blends 13+ public data sources — government advisories, UNODC/World Bank crime statistics, FBI crime data for U.S. cities, WHO health data, live air quality and disaster alerts — with AI field research over current local reporting. The databases carry the bulk of the weight; the traveller-sentiment score from field research carries the rest. Full methodology.