Tourist Attractions in Montenegro

The most interesting and beautiful tourist sites in Montenegro

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About Montenegro

Montenegro is a small country that can be travelled through in one day. But many tourists come here again and again. Natural sights with pristine beauty, ruins of ancient buildings, ancient fortresses and religious buildings – it is impossible to have time to see everything during a standard holiday.

The pride of Montenegro is its nature. There are several national parks in the country, a visit to which should be a must for any traveller. Getting to them will not be difficult. It can be done both as part of a tour group and on your own by renting a car. The mild climate of the country, warm sea and clean air will make your holiday in Montenegro unforgettable.

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Top-35 Tourist Attractions in Montenegro

Bay of Kotor

 4.8/5

1867 reviews

Incredibly beautiful bay of the Adriatic Sea, it includes several bays. Some geographers call the bay a fjord, which is of tectonic origin. The settlement of the shores of the bay by the Illyrians, Romans and Greeks took place three centuries BC. Modern tourist centres are formed around the preserved historical buildings. Boat trips around the bay are particularly popular among tourists.

Sveti Stefan

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Located on a small island, the resort is connected to the mainland by a narrow natural isthmus. Among the sights are three churches – St. Stephen’s Church, Alexander Nevsky Church and the Cathedral of the Assumption of the Mother of God. Free passage for non-hotel guests on the island is limited. The tourist infrastructure in the village, next to the island, is very well developed. There are luxurious villas and guest houses for tourists, the beach at Villa Milocer is interesting with fine pink-red pebbles.

Old Town

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It has everything Montenegro is famous for. Venetian and Mediterranean architecture. Museums and churches among cosy residential houses with brick-coloured roofs. Budva’s history dates back to the 5th century B.C. Historic places to visit include the citadel, city walls, archaeological museum, ancient eastern gate, antiques market and modern art gallery, Roman Square and religious buildings.

Budva Citadel

 4.6/5

1706 reviews

A large and impregnable fortress on the Adriatic coast. The fortress was built in the 15th century on rocky shores. Inside there are the remains of barracks and the ruins of an ancient church. On the stone walls you can see the outlines of ancient bas-reliefs. Festivals and concerts are held in the courtyard of the citadel. The citadel’s observation deck offers a beautiful view of the historic part of the city.

Open time

Monday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM

Kotor Old City Walls

 4.9/5

509 reviews

You can walk from edge to edge in 20 minutes. However, you can only do this if you neglect to see the old buildings, which are literally at every turn. The cobbled narrow streets create a real labyrinth. The city began to be built up in the XII century and many historical and architectural monuments have been preserved up to the present time – St. Luke’s Fortress, St. Tryphon’s Cathedral, Armoury Square.

Open time

Monday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM

St John Fortress

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An ancient building on the mountainside, its construction began in the 9th century. The winding fortress wall in some places reaches a thickness of 20 metres. Even 300 Turkish ships could not overcome this defence. The observation deck of the fortress is located at a height of 284 metres and offers a magnificent view. You can climb up to it, as well as to the small church of St John, via a narrow path of 1400 steps.

Fortress Old Bar

 4.7/5

4742 reviews

The ancient building is located on the cliff of Mount Rumia. Of the 240 buildings of the city, only a few have survived in pristine condition. Most of them are ruins. The Omerbašić Mosque, built in 1662, is well preserved. The ruins of the churches of St. Veneranda and St. Katharina, as well as St. George’s Cathedral are of interest. The most important attraction of Old Bar is the gates of the X-XI century.

Open time

Monday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Old Town

 4.3/5

64 reviews

Its history began in the 5th century with the construction of a fortress. Since then, the place has changed hands and rulers many times. The architecture of the old town is a mix of different architectural styles from different eras. The church has been converted into a mosque, and the small square where slaves were traded is now home to the city museum. The palaces Dvora Balšić and Palazzo Venezia now house hotels.

Open time

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Mamula

 4.3/5

103 reviews

The fortress island is located in the waters of the Adriatic Sea. It is 200 metres in diameter and the walls are 16 metres high. The fort is accessed via a suspension bridge. The fort itself and its internal buildings are well preserved. The gates, loopholes and walls are made of durable rough stone. A spiral staircase leads to the observation deck. From the top there is a beautiful view of the fort itself and the waters of the sea around it.

Budva Dancing girl

 4.7/5

196 reviews

It is a figure of a gymnast who is frozen in a graceful pose on a rocky, sharp stone. The bronze sculpture is located near Mogren Beach and is considered the unofficial symbol of the city. The shots of the lone figure of the dancer against the background of the city or the sea are very beautiful, but tourists in search of the best angle should be careful. The chances of falling into the water and injuring yourself on the rocks are very high.

Open time

Monday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM

King Nicholas Museum

 4.4/5

610 reviews

The building was erected in 1867 and got its modern look in 1910 after reconstruction. From the outside, the palace looks rather modest. Inside there is a museum. The exposition consists of items related to the royal family. The walls are covered with silk, the ceilings are decorated with mouldings, parquet floors are covered with carpets. Many valuable exhibits from different eras have been preserved in the palace.

Open time

Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Maritime Museum

 4.5/5

299 reviews

Dedicated to the history of navigation in the Bay of Kotor. It is located in the building of an old baroque palace of the 18th century. The museum’s exhibitions feature unusual exhibits. Ship models, portraits of seafarers, navigational instruments, trophy weapons, ship’s logs and even the remains of sunken ships. At the entrance there are cannons of the XVIII century. A visit to the museum will be interesting for all categories of tourists.

Open time

Monday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Lovćen

 4.8/5

896 reviews

National park in the territory of the mountain range of the same name. The park covers an area of 62 km². Mount Lovcen is a natural symbol of Montenegro. The highest peak is at an altitude of 1749 metres. From here you can enjoy a beautiful view of almost the whole country and the Adriatic Sea. Besides its unique nature, Lovcen is famous for its national and historical monuments. At the top of the mountain is the tomb of the ruler of Montenegro – Petar II Petrovic Njegoš.

Mausoleum of Petar II Petrovic-Njegos

 4.7/5

1911 reviews

It is located at an altitude of 1,650 metres on Mount Lovcen. The mausoleum is reached by a staircase, part of which runs through a tunnel. The tomb with the sarcophagus of the eminent reformer was built in the 70s of the XX century, on the site of the chapel, the main chapel of the ruler himself. The roof of the building is covered with gold, at the entrance there are statues of Montenegrin women. Inside there is a statue of Peter II Petrovich Negosh. Visiting the mausoleum of the politician, poet and philosopher is popular with tourists.

Open time

Monday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Our Lady of the Rocks

 4.7/5

759 reviews

The name of the island in the Bay of Kotor translates as “Madonna on the Reef”. It is located opposite the town of Perast. The main plateau of the island is man-made, for 200 years every passing ship had to drop a stone on the reef. Now the Church of the Mother of God is located on it. The style of construction is Byzantine and it is decorated with rich paintings, works of art, gold and silver plates.

Saint George

 4.6/5

60 reviews

It is located close to the shores of Perast. The Benedictine Abbey on it was founded, according to some sources, as early as the 9th century. For several centuries, nobles were buried in the cemetery of the abbey. The graves of the cemetery, like the island itself, are under the shade of cypress trees. From the shore it looks a bit gloomy and mysterious, which gives rise to many legends among the local population. It is believed that treasures and jewels are hidden on the island.

Sveti Nikola Island

 4.6/5

304 reviews

A large island one kilometre off the coast of Budva. The island is uninhabited, its length is 2 kilometres, of which about 800 metres is the beach area. There are many small coves on the coastline, so travellers can easily find a cosy and deserted place. The vegetation of the island is lush green, there are small animals. You can get there by water taxi. There are cafes and bars on the island.

Ostrog Orthodox Monastery

 4.8/5

11631 reviews

An Orthodox monastery founded in the 17th century. It is located in the mountains, at an altitude of 900 metres. The road to it runs along a narrow and winding mountain serpentine. The monastery consists of two parts. The upper part is located on a protruding rocky cliff. It is reached by a stony forest path from the cells and the Church of the Holy Trinity below. Relics of the monastery are the relics of Stanko and the relics of Bishop Vasily.

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Monday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM

St. Tryphon's Cathedral

 4.6/5

2135 reviews

It was erected in the 12th century in honour of the patron saint of sailors of Kotor Bay. Currently, the architectural monument belongs to the Catholic community. Orthodox believers have access to the first floor to worship the holy relics. The building itself is an example of Romanesque architecture. However, the main element of the interior decoration is a canopy with red marble columns, decorated in the Gothic style.

Open time

Monday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Cetinje manastir

 4.7/5

2087 reviews

It was founded in 1484. Several times it was razed to the ground or burned down by Turkish troops, but each time the monastery was rebuilt using old stones. Relics are relics and vestments of saints, most of which were presented to the monastery by the royal family of Russia. The museum of the monastery keeps rare manuscripts and printed books of the XIII-XIX centuries, vestments of metropolitans, hoops and church utensils.

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Savina Monastery, Montenegro

 4.8/5

618 reviews

It is located on the shore of the Bay of Kotor among dense forests. The monastery complex includes three churches. The oldest of them, according to some sources, was built in the 11th century. The monastery is rightly proud of its collection of icons. It consists of works of Italian, Russian and Cretan masters. The funds of the library of the monastery keep about 5000 manuscripts. A unique exhibit is a handwritten Gospel made in 1375.

Open time

Monday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Moraca Monastery (1252.)

 4.8/5

1841 reviews

The exterior of the monastery is austere and modest, built in the Romanesque style of white stone. But the interior decoration is incredibly rich. The wall paintings are considered to be among the best in Byzantine and Serbian painting. The frescoes depict the life of the prophet Elijah, as well as the faces of Christ and the Virgin Mary. The monastery was founded in 1252. Partially destroyed and looted during the raids of Turkish troops. It was restored in the XVI century.

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Biogradska Gora

 4.8/5

236 reviews

National Park, with an area of 54 km². The park’s landscape is diverse: it includes 1,600 hectares of forest, glacial lakes and rivers bubbling between mountain peaks. The park’s 5 lakes are located at an altitude of 1800 metres. The highest point of the park is the Črna Glava peak – 2139 metres. There are trails for visitors through the virgin forest. A walk along them gives an opportunity to appreciate the diversity of fauna and flora of the park.

Shkodra Lake

 4.7/5

469 reviews

One of the largest lakes in the Balkans. Skadar Lake is fed by 6 rivers, only one river flows out of the lake and into the Adriatic Sea – Bojana. It is popular among tourists for trips around the lake to the islands, the complex usually includes the hire of fishing equipment. The lake is home to a large number of fish, and even novice fishermen can catch a good catch. On the shores of the lake there are old churches, fortresses and monasteries.

Durmitor National Park

 4.9/5

7304 reviews

The mountain range that gave its name to the national park. The highest point is the Bobotov-Kuk mountain. The park is famous for its landscapes. Mountain rivers flowing in narrow canyons, more than 40 waterfalls, lakes with crystal clear water – the picturesque nature of these places attracts many visitors to the park all year round. In winter tourists use the ski slopes, in summer hiking and mountaineering are popular.

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Tara Canyon

 4.8/5

236 reviews

Located in the Durmitor National Park. The largest canyon in Europe. It is included in the list of UNESCO protected sites. The canyon is 80 km long and 1300 metres deep. The waters of the Tara River in the canyon form several picturesque cascades and waterfalls. This place is popular with rafting enthusiasts, especially from May to October. In the 1930s, the Djurdjevic Bridge was built across the canyon at a height of 150 metres.

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Crno Jezero

 4.8/5

1025 reviews

A glacial lake on Mount Durmitor. It is located at an altitude of 1400 metres. It consists of two lakes connected by a small strait. In summer it dries up and the Crno Jezero divides into two reservoirs with different depths. The total length of the lake is 1150 metres. The waters of the lake have a greenish colour. This colour is combined with the green of the dense forest on the shores, with mountains stretching around – such a landscape attracts thousands of visitors to the lake.

Bobotov Kuk

 4.9/5

398 reviews

The highest mountain in the Durmitor massif. Despite its impressive height of 2,522 metres, it is not of interest to professional climbers. The path leading to the top is gentle, and the only difficulty is the length of the way. Climbing time takes about 10 hours on average, so good physical stamina is still necessary. The panoramic views from the top of the climb are breathtakingly beautiful.

Lipa cave

 4.7/5

1703 reviews

The total length of the cave is 2.5 kilometres. It is a network of tunnels, halls and corridors. There are stalactites and stalagmites, karst deposits, stone formations of bizarre shapes, and an underground pool. The cave is perfectly prepared for tourists. One of the three entrances is arranged, lighting is provided, hiking routes are laid out. They are equipped with ladders, bridges and resting places.

Open time

Monday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Blue Cave

 4.7/5

1336 reviews

Natural attraction. The cave covers an area of about 300 m² and the waters are about 4 metres deep. This allows boats and boats to sail inside the grotto so that tourists can better appreciate the beauty of the place. The main feature of the grotto is the colour of its walls. They take on a blue hue from the refraction of rays in sunny weather. Local legends say that there is a hidden treasure of pirates at the bottom of the grotto.

Open time

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Vodopad Nijagara

 4.5/5

2053 reviews

The waterfall is located on the Tsesna River. It received this humorous name because of its external resemblance to the famous waterfall in the USA. However, the size of the “Niagara” in Montenegro is much more modest. To its creation have to do with local residents. They blocked the flow of the river with a dam so that the waters of the river, pouring over it, formed a waterfall. However, the river bypassed the dam from the side, forming several dozen small waterfalls.

Open time

Monday: 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM

Đurđevića Tara Bridge

 4.8/5

4704 reviews

The bridge spans the Tara River Canyon at a height of over 150 metres. It is one of the highest arched road bridges in Europe. The location of the bridge in the picturesque Durmitor Park makes it attractive for tourists. Camping areas, shops, hostels are equipped for them. Zip-line rides are available, and there is a bicycle hire service. At the entrance to the bridge there is a monument to its engineer Lazar Yaukovich.

Open time

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Millenium Bridge

 4.5/5

869 reviews

The bridge is 140 metres long. It spans the Moraca River. The construction cost 7 million euros. This money was used to build a grandiose structure – a cable-stayed bridge with a 57 metre high pylon, 24 counterweights and 12 cables. The bridge received its name as a symbol of the city’s entry into the new millennium. The modern architectural monument is popular with tourists and is called one of the most photogenic bridges in Europe.

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Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Porto Montenegro

 4.8/5

8351 reviews

Luxury yacht complex. It is designed for 600 yachts of standard sizes. It can also accommodate 150 yachts over 150 metres long. It is an analogue of a city for yacht owners. It has all necessary objects for recreation – hotels, museum, restaurants, sports complex, art gallery. The place for construction was not chosen by chance – the beauty of Kotorskaya Bay is ideal for creating a luxury yacht complex.

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Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Mogren beach

 4.3/5

1026 reviews

One of the best places for beach holidays in the country. Fine and clean sand, clear water – this is especially appreciated by tourists. The beach is clean, the territory is constantly monitored. Crystal water will be appreciated by fans of snorkelling. Around the sandy rocks there is a pine forest. It saves from the rays of the scorching sun. There are many hotels and restaurants near the beach, and the necessary beach infrastructure is arranged.

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