8 Wonderful Things to Do in Kotor and Surroundings, Kotor, Montenegro
If you are lacking ideas for things to do in Kotor and the surrounding area, read on to discover fun activities, hikes, and short trips that will make you fall in love with Montenegro.
Nestled in the farthest corner of Kotor Bay, the walled city of Kotor is a lively and picturesque place and a must-see in the Balkans. I spent one week in Kotor in mid-June and fell in love with its cute little alleys, the surrounding nature, and the gorgeous bay enclosed within the mountains.
I found the city to be unexpectedly lively. There was live music playing at nearly every corner in the evenings, and restaurants and cafès were filled with people. Not to mention the cats sleeping in the shade or wandering around the city, a distinguishable feature of the Balkans.
Aside from visiting the old town, there are plenty of things to do in Kotor and its surroundings. The nature around the city is amazing. Kotor really has it all: crystal clear waters, lots of greenery, and jaw-dropping views from the surrounding mountains. And if that is not enough, in less than one hour you can reach lots of other towns around the bay and on the Adriatic coast.
Before adventuring outside of Kotor to explore the surroundings, it’s worth spending some time getting to know the Old Town. The walled city of Kotor is entirely pedestrian, so walking around is very pleasant. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
Nestled in the farthest corner of Kotor Bay, the walled city of Kotor is a lively and picturesque place and a must-see in the Balkans. I spent one week in Kotor in mid-June and fell in love with its cute little alleys, the surrounding nature, and the gorgeous bay enclosed within the mountains.
I found the city to be unexpectedly lively. There was live music playing at nearly every corner in the evenings, and restaurants and cafès were filled with people. Not to mention the cats sleeping in the shade or wandering around the city, a distinguishable feature of the Balkans.
Aside from visiting the old town, there are plenty of things to do in Kotor and its surroundings. The nature around the city is amazing. Kotor really has it all: crystal clear waters, lots of greenery, and jaw-dropping views from the surrounding mountains. And if that is not enough, in less than one hour you can reach lots of other towns around the bay and on the Adriatic coast.
Before adventuring outside of Kotor to explore the surroundings, it’s worth spending some time getting to know the Old Town. The walled city of Kotor is entirely pedestrian, so walking around is very pleasant. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
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Guide Name: 8 Wonderful Things to Do in Kotor and Surroundings
Guide Location: Montenegro » Kotor
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Roxana Fanaru
Read it on Author's Website: https://travelwithneweyes.com/things-to-do-in-kotor/
Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
Guide Location: Montenegro » Kotor
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Roxana Fanaru
Read it on Author's Website: https://travelwithneweyes.com/things-to-do-in-kotor/
Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
- Kotor Old Town
- St. John’s Fortress
- Our Lady of the Rock
- Dobrota
- Serbian Orthodox Church of St. George
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