08/25/2026
SAVE this for your trip to Kotor, Montenegro
Kotor was one of those places where we thought the Old Town would be the main attraction and would feel a bit touristy…until we realized it’s so much more than that! From catching some truly amazing mountain views of the bay to getting lost in quaint labyrinth of streets, Kotor was more than we expected, so much more that we actually came back on another vacation!
Here’s everything we learned about Kotor in our mini guide 👇
1. Explore Old Town
Get lost! Kotor is a maze of stone streets, hidden courtyards, churches and little squares surrounded by mountains. You really don’t need an itinerary, just start walking.
2. Climb the Kotor steps!
For one of the best views over the Bay of Kotor, climb the steps toward San Giovanni Fortress. It’s steep, exposed and A LOT of steps, so go early before the heat! (But totally worth it)
3. Where to eat.
A few spots we recommend:
📍Pomodorino — a great pasta stop inside Old Town.
📍Senso Bakery — stop for coffee, pastries, burek or the traditional krempita.
4. Enjoy plenty of gelato! Save this for when you wander Old Town and need a break in the heat!
📍Moritz Elis
📍Marshall’s Gelato
5. Take the cable cars into the mountains.
Don’t just stay inside Kotor! Take the Kotor–Lovćen cable car up into the mountains and spend some time exploring Lovćen National Park. The views looking back over the entire Bay of Kotor are incredible.
And if you’re traveling with kids, DO NOT skip the alpine coaster at the top. This was easily one of our kids’ favorite things we did in Montenegro. (DM us for more info on Lovćen)
6. Parking
Get there EARLY, especially during summer or on cruise ship days. Parking near Old Town fills quickly.
If you’re willing to pay a little extra for convenience, Kotorska Luka Parking is right across from the entrance to Old Town. Bring cash!
Last tip:
Give yourself more time than you think. It’s easy to treat Kotor as a quick Old Town stop, but between the fortress, food, Bay of Kotor and the mountains above it, there’s enough here to make it one of the highlights of Montenegro.