Port of Calls

Kotor, Montenegro
TIV
CET (UTC+1) / CEST (UTC+2) summer
Montenegrin / English in tourist areas

Kotor, Montenegro

Montenegro


About

Kotor is Montenegro's crown jewel - a perfectly preserved medieval walled city at the head of a dramatic fjord-like bay in the Adriatic Sea. Its serpentine walls and old stone buildings are UNESCO-listed.


Nearest Airport

Tivat Airport (TIV)


Cruise Line that Stops Here

Royal Caribbean; Celebrity; MSC; Princess; Norwegian; Holland America; Costa


Best Time to Visit

April - October


Shore Excursion Highlights

Walk the medieval Old City walls for panoramic views; explore the UNESCO Old Town (Boka Bay); hike to St. John's Fortress; boat tour of Boka Bay; Perast village with Our Lady of the Rocks island


Distance from Ship to Town

Cruise ships anchor in Boka Bay; tender or ship docks at town pier near Old City gate


Safety Tips

Kotor is extremely safe; the wall climb is strenuous - 1350 steps with no shade; wear good shoes and bring water; summer heat can be intense in the medieval walls


Local Tips

The walled Old City of Kotor is one of the most authentic medieval cities on the Adriatic. The climb up the city walls is absolutely worth the effort for the jaw-dropping views. Perast village and Our Lady of the Rocks island is a short boat ride and highly recommended.


Food and Drinks Highlights

Fresh Adriatic seafood; lamb with herbs; njeguski prsut (smoked ham); local wine; Niksa craft beer


Shopping Tips

Handicrafts in the old town; local wine and spirits; olive oil; lacework; local honey


Family Friendly

Yes


Currency

Euro


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