Podgorica
Montenegro
- Safety rating
- 8/10
- Best time to visit
- Spring and autumn are most pleasant, as summers can be very hot in the inland valley.
- Population
- 0.2M
Overview
Montenegro's low-key capital sits where two rivers meet beneath surrounding mountains, blending Ottoman remnants, Yugoslav planning, and modern landmarks like the Millennium Bridge. While not a major tourist draw itself, it's a convenient, leafy base for exploring the country.
Top attractions
See the Millennium Bridge, the old Stara Varoš quarter with its clock tower, and the modern Cathedral of Christ's Resurrection.
Getting around
The flat center is walkable, with affordable taxis and buses for longer trips; renting a car suits day trips.