What to do in Kotor for a three day trip?
Kotor is a pearl of the Bay and it offers various outdoor activities.
If you are visiting and staying for a few nights only, we would recommend to explore the following ideas:
Day 1
- Climbing up the San Giovanni Fortress above the Kotor Old town. It is a small hiking adventure, with many steps that lead you to the top. The view when you climb is definitely worth the activity. You will be able to take some great photographs and see why the Bay of Kotor is a must visit recommended by many websites. Do not forget to bring water and sun protection with you!
- Wandering through the Old Town of Kotor is a must. Check all those narrow streets and squares. Have a tea/coffee or some refreshing squeezed juice in one of the many restaurants. They all offer a charming view. Visit the Maritime Museum, Kotor has a famous naval tradition. Enter St Tryphon Cathedral, a masterpiece of Romanesque architecture. St Tryphon is the Patron Saint of Kotor. Or, you can also visit St Nikola’s church, which is orthodox. Also, while in the Old Town, do not forget to check the city market (pjaca as we call it). There you can buy delicious fruit and vegetable, cheese, prosciutto, home made products, flowers, etc.
- Walking along coastal road in Dobrota. The scenic walk where you can admire stone houses and palaces Kotor is famous for. Do not forget to bring a swim suit with you! You can refresh and swim in the sea and have a nice cup of coffee and ice cream after.
- Enjoying a nice dinner in one of the many restaurants and konobas in Dobrota, Ljuta, Perast Muo or Prcanj. These are all charming parts of Kotor.
Day 2
- Boat tours! Boat tours are the best way, especially in summer time, to explore Kotor and the Bay. There are various tours that can take you to the Blue Cave, panoramic views of Mamula Island, visit to Submarine tunnels, visit to Porto Montenegro and Tivat and tours that can take you to beautiful beaches such as Miriste, Zanjice and Rose. All boat tours will stop in Perast and you should not miss it! Perast also has its Old Town, with chamring old stone houses, palaces converted in hotels and villas, restaurants with amazing food. Trip to our Lady of the Rock island is something you should definitely do while in Perast. It is a 10min boat drive. The Catholic Church of our Lady of the Rocks (Gospa od Skrpjela) is the largest building on the island, and has a museum attached to it. There is a special place on the island where you can make a wish and according to the legend, it will come true!
Boat tours can take from 3 up to 8 hours, depending on which one you choose. After a long day of swimming, sunbathing and sea adventure, an easy evening with another visit to the Old town with evening lights and trying some other restaurant is a perfect ending to a great day.
Day 3
- Car trips! We kindly recommend some of the following trips based on your preference:
- visit to neighbourning towns:
Herceg Novi – beautiful Old Town and promenade, many beaches and restaurants, luxury marina Portonovi
Tivat – luxury marina Porto Montenegro, many restaurants and promenade, luxury marina and residences Lustica Bay
Budva – many beaches, shops and restaurants. Budva is famous for night life as well (many clubs and bars)
- Kotor Cable car and visit to Njegusi and Lovcen, a landmark of Montenegro. Views are stunning and it is a kind recommendation to visit if you like nature, enjoying the greenery, nice restaurants and if you like historic landmarks. In that case, you should not miss Njegos Mausoleum.
- One-day trip to our nearest mountain Zabljak, or organizing rafting trip!