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Top things to do in Montenegro
Relax in the quaint walled town of Budva, admire the yachts at Porto Montenegro and walk in the Durmitor National Park, unveiling its unspoiled natural beauty. Make the most of the Adriatic coast by exploring Kotor and visiting the Lady of the Rock Church perched on a small island in Boka Bay.
Here are the top things to do on a Montenegro holiday, as chosen by our Europe specialists.
Relax in Budva
Budva has a 21km long coastline that contains 17 beaches. Its old walled town lies on a small peninsula and is characterised by its narrow streets, and squares with historic buildings. During the summer months the town hosts several festivals with music, theatre and visual arts.
Walk in the Durmitor National Park
Montenegro has 4 national parks with the Durmitor being the most popular with tourists due to its unspoiled natural beauty. People are attracted to the region for hiking, swimming and other outdoor pursuits.
Admire the yachts at Porto Montenegro
Often seen as a playground for the rich and famous, Porto Montenegro is a state of the art marina which is located within the Bay of Kotor, the largest natural harbour in the eastern Mediterranean and Europe's southernmost fjord.
Visit the Lady of the Rock Church in Boka Bay
Considered to be of the best picturesque churches in the Balkans, the Lady of the Rock Church and museum is situated on a small island in the middle of Boka Bay. Local water taxis will transport you to the island from the nearby town of Perast.
Explore Kotor
With its seven islands, the bay sharing the town's name extends about 30km inland and is considered to be one of the most beautiful along the Adriatic coast. An imposing 5km long wall encloses the town, which extends as far as the Sveti Ivan fortress.
