Kotor

Montenegro

Safety rating
8.3/10
Best time to visit
May, June, and September offer warm weather without the cruise-ship crush of peak July and August.
Population
0.0M

Overview

Cradled at the head of a dramatic fjord-like bay, Kotor's walled medieval old town is a UNESCO maze of churches, palaces, and squares beneath sheer limestone cliffs. The climb to its fortress rewards with breathtaking views over the Bay of Kotor.

Top attractions

Climb the city walls to San Giovanni Fortress, visit St. Tryphon Cathedral, and take a boat to Our Lady of the Rocks islet.

Getting around

The car-free old town is walkable, and boats and buses reach Perast, Budva, and other bay towns.

Kotor essentials