Things to do in kotor
If you search for "things to do kotor", you usually don't want a generic explanation — you want a clear recommendation. That's what I try to give here.
I live near the lake most of the year and have tried most of what you'll read here myself. Whatever I don't know, I say so.
Overview
Which town works best as a base depends on how you travel. Lake-only? Virpazar. Lots of coast planned? Start from Bar or Budva.
Distances look shorter on the map than they are in reality. Budget conservatively for Montenegrin roads.
The three highlights
Public transport exists but is irregular. For flexible travel, a rental car is the only stress-free option. For a fixed lake stay, a transfer is usually enough.
Off-season accommodation is affordable and family-run. In July and August book early — the good rooms go fast.
Half-day itinerary
Which town works best as a base depends on how you travel. Lake-only? Virpazar. Lots of coast planned? Start from Bar or Budva.
Distances look shorter on the map than they are in reality. Budget conservatively for Montenegrin roads.
Full-day itinerary
Public transport exists but is irregular. For flexible travel, a rental car is the only stress-free option. For a fixed lake stay, a transfer is usually enough.
Off-season accommodation is affordable and family-run. In July and August book early — the good rooms go fast.
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Note: the German version of this article is more detailed. If you read German, you may prefer the full German edition.