Fun Multi-Day Itinerary for Visiting Kotor, Montenegro, based on my experience

Check out my fun multi-day itinerary to Kotor, Montenegro & activities I’ve done there to, perhaps, include in your own?

I hope you’re looking at my guide here because you saw my previous one-day visit to Kotor recommendations, loved the idea and decided that you want to stay in the region for a few more days longer! To experience more top-rated activities and have time to relax as well!

I had to wrap up my previous 1-day suggestions short of including all the fun things I’ve done and loved, because there are just so many awesome experiences to enjoy around the town. Here, I want to show them all, and it includes many less discovered but still very cool ones!

First let’s have a brief recall of the best activities already recommended in my One-day Visit to Kotor list in case you haven’t see that post. Because they should be the main part of your multi-day itinerary!

short list of “one day in Kotor” activities to include in your Itinerary

Here’s a list of things you should try in Kotor that I loved doing and have already covered in another post. Include this 1-day itinerary in your multi-day visit.

These above activities and the other ones I’ll show here, are the some of the reasons why tourists visit Montenegro. Now, since you’re staying longer then one day, let’s see what else I loved doing there.

I went to Visit Perast Town (again)

Perast is a pretty town located on a slop off the Bay of Kotor, Montenegro.

Even though you may have already taken the two-hour boat ride to Our Lady of the Rocks with a stop in Perast, I suggest revisiting and spending more time in Perast. The short 30-minute visit during the tour didn’t allow me enough time to fully explore the town, even though I managed to climb all the way to the town’s hill top.

I decided I would return to explore more of Perast’s architecture, and eat at a waterfront restaurant: one looked particularly picturesque, with tables right by the water. 

I decided I would return to explore more of Perast’s architecture, and eat at a waterfront restaurant: one looked particularly picturesque, with tables right by the water. 

I also wanted to visit the second island off Perast that was not included in the first boat tour (see the next item on my list).

So, my advice is – visit Perast again. But this time, consider taking a bus ride to Perast to have a taste of authentic travel and local life, which is always fun. That’s how many locals get around there: using the bus. 

take a Boat trip to The Monastery of Saint George Perast from Perast town

Monastery of Saint George Perast (built in 1630), is on an island just off the coast of Perast town, next to Our Lady of the Rocks.

You can rent a boat (with a driver) from Perast town ($8) for a short ride. This is about the only way to get to that island. You are not currently allowed to go inside the monastery, but you can circle around on a boat.

You can read about islands in the Bay of Kotor in my other post.

take a longer, 4-hour Boat trip to the Blue Grotto or Blue Cave

This 4-hour boat excursion is awesome! The Blue Grotto is a very cool spot on the Lustica Peninsula where the beautiful turquoise light shines through an underwater cave entrance.

My boat tour driver told us we can jump from our boat to swim for 15 minutes.

Visit the Old Town Square after dark

Kotor’s old town square is a lively spot, and a nice place to spend your evening and do some people watching. There are plenty of restaurants, bars, and cafes, serving food and drinks, with outdoor table for people watching. The City Walls are illuminated at night, and you can watch them from this Kotor Old Town Square.

I particularly liked the square because this is where the Main Gate is, and it was very cool. I am not ashamed to admit that I would walk through it and back a few times, just because it was so awesome!:)

Visit Maritime Museum  

You can learn more about the area’s maritime history at this small but interesting Maritime museum. You will find displays of maritime artifacts and exhibits on local sailors’ traditions. You’ll also see beautiful furniture and artwork, clothing and jewelry. There is an interesting weapons display there. I loved the building itself a lot, too!

Visit Municipal Museum

Visit the Municipal Museum to admire its rich collection of artwork and artifacts from the Middle Ages to modern times. This is a cool small museum!

Visit Risan Archaeological Site

To learn more of Montenegro’s rich history and the Montenegrin culture, visit the archaeological site of Risan, located just outside of Kotor.

The mosaics show various scenes from Roman life back in the days.

You will also find remnants of Villa Urbana there, the house of a noble family from the 2nd century A.D. The villa’s foundations survived the centuries remarkably well and have been thoroughly reconstructed.

I was surprised to learn about the advanced plumbing and heating systems, existing back then. 

Visit the Art Museum

You should visit the town’s art museum. It’s home to a wide range of artwork created over several centuries and worth a visit.

Visit Kotor Marina

You should definitely visit Marina in Kotor. I started and ended every day there when visiting. It’s very pretty and peaceful on the marina. I need to make a video – I took many long footages of peaceful blue water splashing under boats every day – it was so relaxing!

Go to Mamula Island

Visit Mamula Island for a day of sun, swimming and relaxation.

Or, for an exotic city break, stay at the luxurious Mamula Island Hotel, a reconstructed 19th-century fort, where you can enjoy pampering and exceptional care. The island has a dark history, but don’t let it get to you, it’s all in the past.

So many fun things to do and see, right? Even if you just do some things and not all from my list, you will keep yourself happily busy!

If you’re still looking for more activities after all the above, there are plenty of other adventurous options to choose from!

relaxing and low-key activities for you multi-day trip

So, by now you can see that this town has some wonderful and adventurous activities. But what if you are looking for something low key things to do? There are plenty of opportunities to relax as well! Here are the best low-key activities in Kotor on longer stays.

Or, if you want to mix it up, and have some adventure, there is a decent list to choose from as well. 

Adventure, Hiking and Water Activities

Were you planning to do more adventure activities in Montenegro?

You can hike Mount Lovcen (reach it by cable car!) or explore the Upper City Walls – part of the Old Town fortifications back in the days. In summer, you can switch things up with swimming and water activities, like paddleboarding.

Don’t forget to check out my recommendations for day trips from other post as well.

Top adventure and sport activities in Kotor

To read about Kotor water sports, visit my page about the Bay of Kotor and water sport activities on the bay. You will learn about sailing, kayaking and canoeing, standup paddleboarding, scuba diving and snorkeling and jet skiing there. 

Here are some other most popular adventures and sport activities in Kotor besides water sport activities. 

Walk up to Kotor Fortress along the City Walls walk

Kotor has well-preserved city walls that stretch 4.5 kilometers long, divided on the Lower Walls and the Upper Walls. Walk up to Kotor Fortress along the City Walls walk, you will end up in Kotor fortress again, but this is an easier way to get there. Most people take this hike for the views of Kotor Bay and pretty rooftops of Kotor old town.

Take a Hike Up the Ladder of Kotor.

Ladder of Kotor is a steep path that winds up the mountain for 2 kilometers. If you go all the way, you will end up in Kotor fortress again.

This a strenuous hike on a loose gravel, keep this in mind and don’t hike on a rainy day – the gravel will be even more slippery! 

I tried to hike it after hearing stories of other people who’ve done this, as it’s a popular activity and  everyone I’ve met in Kotor arrived there with hopes to take this hike. But I gave up half way – it felt too dangerous, so I just went to the Kotor Fortress the easier way (read above).

If you have already explored the Church of Our Lady of Remedy, you were halfway to reaching Kotor Fortress (St. John’s Castle).

Visit Lovcen National Park

Visiting Lovcen Park would be a good case for renting a car. Drive on a winding mountain road for 40 minutes to reach Lovcen National Park. You can also arrange for a local car ride. 

The road leading to there is not for the people who are afraid of heights: it is narrow and very steep. But the views are incredible!

And if you want to make this even more exciting adventure and even more unforgettable views? Read below.

Take the cable car to Lovcen park! 

Don’t want to rent a car? You can go to Lovcen Park in stile on a cable car! Here is the Kotor cable car website. Do check with them before going: sometimes they close the Alpine station.  Once again, this activity is not for the people who are afraid of heights, but it will definitely pump your adrenaline and give you adventure you were looking for. 

You should also visit the mausoleum of Petar II Petrović-Njegoš (the famous Montenegrin poet) while there.

Visit the coolest bar I saw Kotor Horizon Bar

Stop by at Kotor Horizont Bar, here is the address. Let’s just say it’s called Horizont bar not for noting. You will be clinking your wine glasses high above the Kotorska Bay and Kotor, almost floating at the horizon.

It’s a miracle that the bars functions and the bartender serves you, considering how it’s hanging on a cliff! But it’s something you will remember for a long time! Especially if you go there for the sunset. Besides, almost no-one but locals knows about this bar, so you will have a very rare photo opportunity!

Go on white river rafting

White river rafting. Go on a full-day rafting supervised adventure on the Tara River with a tour. If you think 1 day is not enough, you can take a 2-days Tara Canyon rafting tour. It’s even cheaper, than the price for the 1-day tour! 

Well, since I don’t know what activity could be even more adventurous than the white river rafting, I will wrap up my list for adventurous activities in Kotor. Don’t forget to check out water activities on Kotor Bay from my other post, like paddleboarding and kayaking. 

In short, Kotor is a great destination if you crave adventure. It will keep you happy and actively enjoying yourself with its many fun activities. The town is just waiting for you to show up!:)

To learn all the practical details visiting Kotor to enjoy all the things to do there, visit the practical details section of my other post. There, you will find all the transportation option and things to do around Kotor.

There are also many other wonderful destinations in Montenegro, don’t miss them!

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