We spent only a short time in Montenegro – just five days in Budva and two in the capital city of Podgorica. Budva in on the coast and caters to tourists. Podgorica has a very different character. It is a typical Balkan city with a historic district and a modern center.
Here’s our must do list for Budva…
- Visit the old town. It’s the main attraction. It’s a medieval city with high walls that backs up to the sea. There are many restaurants, churches and shops there. In season you can walk the walls.
- Walk the seaside promenade. You’ll pass some amusement park rides, fast food stands and many restaurants.
- Find all four Ballerina statures near the old city.
- Enjoy the spectacular views. On one side is the Adriatic and the other you’ll find towering mountains.
- Take a dip in the Adriatic at one of the many beaches.
- Take a ferry to Sveti Nikola Island. It’s Montenegro’s largest island.
- Take a bus to Kotor. See the medieval city. It’s UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Have some great seafood at the Hotel Astoria. Sit on their seaside terrace.
- Have a cheap meal at the Pasta Bar. Their delicious sauces are homemade.
Here’s our must do list for Podgorica…
- See Ribnica Bridge and Ribnica Fortress. They were built by the Ottomans in the 15th century.
- See the Clock Tower. It was built by the Ottomans in the 15th century.
- Walk over Millennium Bridge. It’s one of the city’s landmarks.
- Stroll through the many public parks and enjoy the statuary.
- See the Starodoganjska Mosque. It’s from the 15th century and the only active mosque in the city.
- Go shopping on Sloboda Street. It’s one of the trendiest parts of town.
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