City of Budva– the most popular on the coast of Montenegro. Does this mean that Budva is the best resort in Montenegro? Budva, like any other city, has its pros and cons. The advantages are that there is a lot of everything in Budva, a huge selection of various entertainment, discos, casinos, nightclubs, boutiques, etc. There are also disadvantages: Budva is a very popular resort, so this city has the most tourists. Some people like the abundance of tourists, others don’t.

Choose Budva for a holiday in Montenegro if you are one of those tourists who like constant movement, partying and fun. If you are looking for a quiet and relaxing holiday, it is probably better to choose some other resort in Montenegro.

Perhaps the overabundance of people is the only minus of Budva. Everything else is good, Budva has everything you need for a seaside holiday, excellent beaches, delicious food, a large selection of apartments and hotels, many attractions. In 7 years of living in Montenegro, I have never met a tourist who would NOT I liked my stay in Budva, everyone is happy, so if you are looking for good resort for relaxation, then you can safely.

Geographically, the city is very well located; many attractions of Montenegro can be reached from Budva easily, cheaply and quickly. For example, you will reach in 30 minutes, in 40 - 50, in Light in 10 minutes, up to 90 minutes, up to 40 minutes.

You can travel along the coast of Montenegro by bus, transport connection the distance between the nearest cities is good, buses run frequently, you won’t have any problems getting to the neighboring resort. Bus station located close to the post office, upon reaching it you can see the bus schedule, but keep in mind that it is not complete, as far as I understand, the schedule of only one company is indicated there, there are also other buses, the schedule of which is not at the bus station.

You can travel around Montenegro not only by bus; if your budget allows, take a taxi, but this transport is much more expensive, although it can be considered when moving short distances, for example, a taxi ride to Sveti Stefan will not cost much. For greater mobility and comfort, I advise you to take the .

The city was founded 2500 years ago, it is one of ancient cities on the Adriatic. Accordingly, as in any ancient city, there are many attractions in Budva, which we will consider below. About 11,000 people permanently live at the resort, but during the season the number of people increases significantly.

I will say that I have serious doubts about the accuracy of the count of people permanently residing in Budva. Firstly, the population census was carried out only in 2003, since then there has been a tourism boom, the number of tourists coming to rest in Montenegro has increased significantly, and Budva has changed a lot, over the past years a lot of hotels and apartments have been built, whole new areas have appeared . Secondly, no one takes into account the foreigners permanently residing in Budva, of whom there are a lot. I think there are much more than 11,000 people living in the city.

Budva is an expensive city, this is natural; you have to pay for the popularity of the resort. This does NOT mean that you will spend MUCH more money at this resort than if you go to another resort, but, nevertheless, a holiday in Budva will be a little more expensive than at neighboring resorts.

Sights of Budva

You need to start sightseeing in Budva with a visit old part of the city. You can easily recognize it, since the city is surrounded by massive walls, behind which most of the resort’s attractions are concentrated.

In the old part of the city there are a number of attractions that are considered the most important, and we will talk about them later, but, in principle, the entire space outside the fortress walls is a museum under open air, walk along the ancient streets, visit the fortress and museum, sit in cafes, of which there are plenty in old Budva.

The old part of Budva is small, you can see everything in an hour, provided that you have women and children walking with you; single men can do it in half an hour.

Below we highlight the main, most famous attractions of this part of the city, although, as I already wrote, don’t worry about it, just take a walk around the city. Good photo come out with city walls. Check out the scenery below. You can climb the wall using one of two entrances leading to it.

Be sure to visit the territory of old Budva Citadel. There is an entrance fee, but the price is small. The citadel is ancient fortress, built in the 9th century, at the time of its founding it was considered the most impregnable on the Adriatic.

On the territory of the citadel you can visit Budva Museum, and library. The library boasts a rich collection, containing 60,000 books, including very rare editions. The library is considered one of the oldest in the country, which, in my opinion, is quite surprising considering that it is only about 150 years old. It’s hard to imagine that just a century and a half ago people hardly used libraries.

In addition to the above-mentioned museum on the territory of the old town, you can visit Museum of Archeology and Contemporary Art, paid entrance.

On the territory of old Budva there are several churches that are considered important landmarks. One of the most famous Catholic churches built in the 7th century and is called Church of St. John. However, the church was rebuilt many times and now looks completely different than in the 7th century.

Be sure to visit the Orthodox Holy Trinity Church(XIX century) and St. Mary's Church"on the cape".

Of course, in Budva you can see not only the old part of the city; there are also other attractions. Meet, below you see the symbol of the city, this is Stela, dancer, near which tourists love to take pictures. Agree, the photos turn out great. From this place one of the best views of the city in the region.

You can rent a boat and admire the view of the old city from the sea.

In addition to the attractions directly in Budva, there is also something to see in the surrounding area. For example, you can get to Mogren fortress True, you'll have to walk, but is it possible? a short walk can scare a real Rousseau - a tourist.

The road to the fortress starts from Mogren beach, however, it can be called a road very conditionally; you need to make your way through the bushes up the rocks.

Mogren Fortress was built in the 19th century, from the hill near the remains of the fortress you can see great views to Budva and Nikola Island. It is best to take photographs from the observation deck, which is located nearby.

If you don’t like walking, you can get to the fortress by taxi using another road. You can probably get there by rented car, but I think that you don’t know the Budva Riviera that well and it will be difficult for you to find your way.

On your own you can get not only to the Mogren fortress, but also to Sveti Nikola Islands. There is a wonderful nature reserve on this island, with pheasants and deer, but to my deep regret, entry into the reserve is prohibited. However, on the island you can visit the Church of St. Nicholas.

Be sure to visit Sveti Stefan Island. It is located not far from Budva, therefore, the easiest way to get there is by taxi, it will not be expensive. The island of Sveti Stefan (Sveti Stefan) is business card Montenegro, he is constantly depicted on souvenirs, guidebooks and postcards. A very beautiful place. Unfortunately, the island has now been turned into a hotel, by the way, the most expensive in the country, so tourists are prohibited from entering it. But you can look at Sveti Stefan from the shore. In addition, there is an excellent Observation deck, from where it is clearly visible. Well, and also, around the island it is very broken nice park, in which it is pleasant and interesting to take a walk. Unfortunately, I didn’t have a photo of the park, so just take my word for it that this place is worth a walk.

It always seemed strange to me that entry to this island was prohibited. Okay, you sold the island into private hands and made a hotel there, but is it really possible to prohibit entry to such a significant attraction? At least they let tourists take a walk for money.

I marked the sights of Budva that I mentioned in the article on the map.

Shopping in Budva

Shopping in Budva is fine. There are not many large shopping centers, although there are some. But, in Budva you can visit an interesting area of the city, where there is everything a tourist’s heart desires. On the Promenade you will find souvenir shops, cafes, fast food, fashionable restaurants and attractions. In the evening, discos open in the same area. Much of the area is filled with shops. Probably, shopping in Budva still does not reach the level major cities, such as Belgrade, Moscow, or at least, but for a small resort town the selection of goods is very good.

I especially want to mention the purchase of souvenirs. If you need them, then the largest selection of souvenirs is in Kotor and Budva. People say that it seems that in Budva souvenirs are more expensive than in other cities of Montenegro, I don’t know, I didn’t check the prices, because, personally, I think souvenirs are absolutely useless goods and I’m not interested in buying them.

The only thing I love from “souvenirs” is food. When returning home from vacation, you can grab a couple of packages of cheese, prosciutto, some wine and something else. The quality of products in Montenegro is much higher than at home, so it won’t hurt you to create a small supply. You can buy food in supermarkets or at the market. The market in Montenegro is called ZELENA PIJACA, open from 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. At the market they give you everything to try.

In a word, in Budva there is no question of where to go and what to do. The choice of entertainment in the city is very decent. Well, there are also opportunities for shopping.

Beaches of Budva

Beaches of Budva- the most popular in all of Montenegro, it would be strange if it were otherwise, given that the most popular resort city in Montenegro is Budva. Does this mean that the beaches of Budva are the best in Montenegro? The beaches are good, but I cannot call all the beaches in Budva the best. What determines the quality of the beach? Let's think a little, there are several important parameters:

Beach equipment. I don’t know about you, but I believe that in the 21st century the beach should have, at a minimum, a shower, a toilet, beds, umbrellas, a place to change clothes, and some kind of cafe where you can buy food and water. All beaches in Budva have all this. But the same can be said about almost all beaches in Montenegro. It is appropriate to say here that the beaches of Montenegro are for rent. Moreover, entry to most beaches is free; they charge for renting sunbeds and umbrellas. Accordingly, there are sunbeds and umbrellas on the beaches. Well, the rest of the infrastructure is being done so that people can go to the beach and pay for the rental of sunbeds. Would you go to a beach that doesn't have a changing cabin or toilet? Personally, no. Therefore, infrastructure is everywhere, including on all the beaches of Budva. The beaches are cleaned regularly, usually twice a day, so you will NOT see mountains of garbage.
Number of people on the beach. Budva is the most popular resort in Montenegro, so there are a lot of people on most beaches, and this is bad. If only because there is less free space on the beach. And according to this indicator, the beaches of Budva are much inferior to the beaches of other resorts in Montenegro. But, fortunately, in Budva there are some beaches where there are few people. For example, there is a beach near Sveti Stefan, it is the most expensive in Montenegro, so there are few people on this beach. What other beaches in Budva are visited by relatively few people? For example, the beaches on the island of St. Nicholas. To get to the island you need to go by boat, it’s a little longer and more expensive, so not many people will go there, so this beach will be better than the city one.
Bottom. On some beaches in Montenegro it is not comfortable to swim, because the bottom is not cleared, and all your legs can be beaten off. In fact, such a problem rarely occurs, but I’ve been to such beaches in Montenegro a couple of times, and I don’t go to them anymore. On most Budva beaches the bottom is cleared.
Beach. The beaches of Montenegro are pebbly (the majority of such beaches), sandy and concrete. Which of these beaches to choose is up to you, everyone has their own taste. But, I guess that most tourists are looking for fine pebble beaches, which are what prevail in Budva.
Water clarity. With this in Budva everything is worse than in other resorts in Montenegro. The more people in the sea, the less transparent the water. Which resort in Montenegro is the most popular and where will the most people be? That's right, in Budva. But, as I already wrote, there are exceptions, for example, on the beaches near Sveti Stefan and on the island of Sveti Nikola there are fewer swimmers.

Conclusion, the beaches in Budva are good, but they are crowded with people, and this is their only drawback. If you are looking for a super-duper beach, choose one with fewer people. For example, near Budva you can get to the island of St. Nikola, or, if you have enough finances, swim on the beach near Sveti Stefan. If you rented a car, you can get to the beaches on the Lustica peninsula (from Budva about half an hour on the road), for example, excellent beaches on the Zanica and Plavi Horizon peninsula.

Perhaps I scared someone with this description, but in fact, everything is not so bad. Any popular resort, regardless of the country, will have the same problems. And, by the way, in Montenegro for everyone major resorts there are quite a lot of people, there are simply even more people in Budva than anywhere else. By the way, there is one way to avoid crowds of tourists on the beaches; it is enough to come on vacation at the beginning or end of the season.

So, I’ll finish the theory, and let’s look at the beaches of Budva. I’m unlikely to tell you all the beaches, if only because I haven’t swum at all of them myself, but I’ll describe the main and most famous ones. I advise you to read the description of the most not only Budva, but throughout Montenegro.

The main resort place in Budva is. This is probably the noisiest place in all of Budva, since it is on this beach that a significant part of the tourists who come to Budva swim. The length of the fine pebble beach is 1.6 km. The beach is relatively narrow, sandwiched between the sea and the promenade with numerous cafes. By the way, the cafes are mostly good, so you don’t have to leave this beach all day, of course, if you are a fan of spending a long time at sea.

The beach is popular mainly because it is actually the central beach in Budva, it is close to a large number of hotels and apartments, many tourists swim on the beach closest to them. Also, on this beach there are children's attractions and water activities, and their choice is quite large (banana, parachute flight, boat rental, etc.).

Entrance to the beach with your own towel is free, but you will have to pay to rent a sunbed and umbrella.

Next, I want to talk about the beaches on island of St. Nicholas, these are exactly the beaches that are less overloaded with tourists. Agree, there is a difference between going to the central Slavic beach, which is located a couple of minutes walk from many hotels, or sailing to the beach on a boat. Of course, not everyone will swim. For example, I rarely go to remote beaches, if only because I’m not used to spending a lot of time on the beach, and I don’t want to spend an hour on the road to swim. And many people think the same way: some don’t swim much, some are simply too lazy to sail to the island, some don’t want to spend money on a boat.

So, on the island of St. Nicholas there are several excellent beaches called “ Hawaii" I don’t know if you will relax on these beaches every day, but swim at least once to feel the difference. There is regular water communication between the city and the island.

The beaches are pebble and their total length is about one kilometer. Like other beaches in Budva, the island has all the necessary infrastructure.

A round-trip boat ticket costs 3 euros. It is forbidden to bring your own food to the beach; if you get hungry, you can have a snack at local cafes. To be honest, I don’t know how strictly this ban is enforced.

The beach is excellent, there are much less people and noise than on the Slavic beach.

The beaches are very popular Mogren 1 And Mogren 2. There are slightly fewer people on both beaches than on the Slavic beach, because it takes longer to get to them. The beaches are located not far from the old part of Budva, but you cannot get to it by car; you need to walk about one and a half kilometers. Sand and pebble Mogren 1 is 250 meters long. The depth on this beach increases very quickly.

Mogren 2 is a little longer, 300 meters, and this beach is completely sandy, the depth increases gradually, entry into the water is safe even for small children.

Entry to both beaches is free. You can rent beds and umbrellas. The beaches have all the infrastructure necessary for recreation.

JAZ beach is 1.7 km long and is located behind Budva. You can get there by taxi, your own car (rental car) or by bus. It's not far from the city, I think, no more than 10 minutes. The beach is very popular and visited, but, nevertheless, there will not be such crowds of tourists as on the Slavic beach, in addition, the beach is much wider, so there is enough space for everyone. Overall, I think this is a good alternative to Slavic Beach.

The beach is pebble. Entrance is free, it is possible to rent chairs and umbrellas.

One of the unique beaches of Montenegro is located ten kilometers from Budva. This beach is called Ploce and can be reached by bus or rented car. The beach is small but very clean. Remember, I told you above that the longer it takes to get to the beach, the fewer people there will be on it and the cleaner it will be. Here, Ploce beach typical confirmation of my words. Rare tourists will go to the beach by bus every day, and not everyone rents a car.

Ploce Beach is interesting not only because fewer people swim there, but also because there are several swimming pools with sea water. Maybe this is not really necessary on the beach, but children love to diversify swimming in the sea with a pool. Part of the shore is covered with pebbles, and part is concrete.

Entrance to the beach is free. It is prohibited to bring food with you; if you get hungry, local cafes are at your service.

Right next to the fortress walls of Budva there is another small and cozy beach. Its length is only 250 meters. This beach is called Richard's chapter. Part of the beach belongs to the hotel, and visiting it is possible only for a fee, and quite a high one, 25 euros, although the price includes the rental of a sunbed and an umbrella. There are, of course, not many people on this part of the beach. The other part of the beach is free to visit and is much more crowded.

The beach is covered with pebbles and sand, entry into the water is smooth, the depth increases gradually. The area on the beach is very picturesque, which makes it possible not only to swim, but also to take great photos. Check out the photo below.

At the end of the city marina there is a tiny 100-meter beach Pisana. Opens from the beach good view on Sveti Stefan, however, the beach is constantly crowded and I'm not sure it's worth swimming in such conditions.

In my opinion, you can swim on this pebble beach once or twice, but for a daily visit it is better to choose another beach.

Guvantse Beach be close to elite complex Dukley Gardens. This complex is designed for millionaires; apartments are sold there at astronomical prices. Agree, it is logical to assume that there will be a corresponding beach near such apartments? Logic does not deceive us, the beach is really good. By the way, it is 2.5 km away from the center of Budva, so there are not so many tourists here.

The beach is covered with sand, the entry into the sea is smooth, the depth increases gradually. The infrastructure on this beach is well developed, the beach is very clean and I recommend this beach for a holiday in Budva. In addition, entry to the beach is free. If you wish, you can rent a bed and an umbrella.

All the beaches discussed in the article are marked on the map below.

Weather and climate in Budva

The climate in Budva is Mediterranean, with warm and dry summers and warm and rainy winters. There is no snow on the coast of Montenegro in winter, but it does rain. However, I understand that winter in Budva is unlikely to interest you, so let’s talk only about summer.

The swimming season in Budva lasts from the beginning of May to the end of September. Let's take a look at the water temperature in Budva.

To make swimming comfortable, I advise you to plan a vacation at this resort in Montenegro from mid-May to mid-September, and I will explain why. For example, the water temperature on May 1 of this year was 20 degrees. Would you say it's okay to swim? I agree, but it’s still not very comfortable. And on the fourteenth of May the water was already 22 degrees, and at the end of the month it was 24 degrees. The same is true in September, at the beginning of September last year the water was 25 degrees, and at the end of the month only 23 degrees.

In general, the weather in Budva allows swimming from the beginning of May to the end of September, but maximum comfort will be from mid-May to mid-September.

Below we take a look at the average daily air temperature at the resort.

It rains rarely in summer, and if it does, it doesn’t last long, and the weather won’t spoil your vacation. But after September 15–20, the probability of rain becomes higher. And, by the way, this is another reason to go on vacation early and finish it by mid-September.

Accommodation in Budva

There are no problems with accommodation in Budva; the choice of hotels and apartments is huge. But, since Budva is a very popular resort, accommodation options are sold out quite quickly. Therefore, I advise you to book your accommodation in advance. Any discounts for early booking You won't get it, but the choice of good apartments/hotels with excellent value for money will be much higher.

You can see prices for accommodation in Budva in the form below.

Please note that the most low prices on in May and September, and the highest in July and August.

How to get to Budva

There are two in Montenegro international airport, in Tivat and Podgorica. Since Budva is closer to Tivat, it is logical to fly to this airport. From Tivat airport to Budva it takes about half an hour.

Prices in restaurants and shops in Budva

Let's see what prices are in Budva restaurants. Instead of describing the prices, I decided to go to the website of the first Budva restaurant found on Google and take a few screenshots. I did not screenshot the entire menu, since the full menu is not required to understand the price order. Please note that this is a fairly well-known restaurant, with a high Tripatvisor rating, and its prices are slightly higher than average. So, prices in the restaurant Obala, Budva:

Prices for meat dishes:

Salad prices:

Pizza prices:

For comparison, I took several screenshots on the website of another restaurant, by the way, a very good one, I personally have been there and will continue to visit it. This restaurant is called Kuzina, the food is very good.

Prices in this restaurant are lower than in the previous one. Again, I did not screenshot the entire menu, but only a few examples.

Salad prices:

Breakfast prices:

Spaghetti and risotto:

As for prices in Budva stores, I don’t think it’s worth describing them now, since we have a detailed article on our website about prices in Montenegro and it is relevant for any region, look at “”. I describe prices in restaurants broken down by region separately, since, in different cities prices vary somewhat, but in stores, in my opinion, there is no difference.

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From Tivat Airport to Budva can be reached in 25 minutes, it is only 20 km away. To Podgorica - 60 km, to Dubrovnik - 70 km.

The history of this city, which now has a strong reputation as one of the best Montenegrin resorts, began 2500 years ago. According to legend, the city got its name thanks to tragic story the love of a merchant's daughter and a poor mason's son. Having not received their parents’ consent to the marriage, the young people said: “Let two be as one,” threw themselves from the city wall into the sea and turned into fish. “Two as one” literally translates roughly as “budu dva” - Budva. The symbol of the city is two fish.

Tourists are attracted by clean pebble beaches, plenty of entertainment and the picturesque streets of the Old Town with its citadel, narrow cobbled streets and red-tiled roofs. Young people come here to dance at night discos; couples with children to swim in the clear waters of the Adriatic; romantics of all stripes who love to wander through the ancient streets... Budva is a universal resort, a holiday here will certainly leave pleasant memories.

Climate and weather

The best time to holiday in Budva is July and August. At this time, the sea warms up to 25°C, and the air temperature does not drop below 23°C.

	During the day	At night	Sea	Season
January	+12	+4	+14
February	+12	+5	+14
March	+14	+7	+14
April	+18	+10	+15
May	+22	+13	+19	Beach
June	+25	+17	+21	Beach
July	+28	+19	+24	Beach
August	+28	+19	+25	Beach
September	+25	+16	+23	Beach
October	+21	+13	+20	Beach
November	+17	+9	+17
December	+14	+6	+15

Beaches and sea

The total length of Budva's beaches is more than 11 km. The most popular and famous beaches are Slavyansky, Mogren, Richard's Head. In the vicinity of Budva there are also popular beaches Jaz, Ploce and Trsteno, which can be reached both by bus and by car.

Slavic beach stretches for 1.5 km and is covered with small pebbles. The infrastructure is well developed: there are sunbeds and umbrellas, showers. Locker rooms, cafes and restaurants. Entrance to the beach is free, rental of beach equipment is paid. There are conditions for snorkeling, you can go water skiing, ride a boat or jet ski. The “highlight” of the beach is that there is bungee jumping here - you can jump from as much as 40 meters, and then get a disc with a recording of your jump. The beach is very crowded; in the evenings there are discos.

Mogren Beach is surrounded by rocks and covered with small pebbles and sand. It is divided by Cape Mogren into two parts, connected by a tunnel. The water here is very clean - the beach has been awarded the Blue Flag. The pebble beach of Richardova Head is hidden between Mogren and Slavic beaches. It is small - only 200 m long - so there are not many people here. The beach near the Old Town of Budva is the smallest beach in the city. It is pebble, well equipped, but prices here are higher than in Slavyansky.

Jaz beach is located 3 km from Budva. Almost one and a half kilometers of sand and pebbles are filled with tourists who come here by bus or taxi. The beach is divided by the Drenovstitsa river, which flows into the sea, into large and small sections. The beach by the river is completely sandy. 7 km from Budva there is the stone beach of Ploce. It is well equipped and you can go down to the sea via steps or a pebble slope. The entrance to the water here is steep, but on the shore there are several pools with clean sea water.

The sandy beach of Trsteno is chosen by families with children - it is sandy, the entrance to the sea is very smooth. You can get to the beach through Jaz Beach, from which it is 2.5 km away. Tourists also visit the sandy beaches on the island of St. Nicholas, which can be reached by boat.

Things to do

Most of the attractions are located in the Old Town. It is definitely worth taking a walk along the winding cobbled streets and exploring the ancient sights. This is the city citadel with churches. The Church of St. John is a beautiful church with a bell tower in the Gothic style, built in the 7th century. The miraculous icon of the Budva Mother of God is kept here. St. Mary's Church is the remains of a monastery that stood on this site more than a thousand years ago. The third church famous in Budva is the Church of the Holy Trinity. Worth a visit also Archaeological Museum, where there are more than 3000 exhibits.

The island of St. Nicholas is located in close proximity to the Old Town and is uninhabited. It has a 16th-century church and three sandy beaches. The second famous island in the vicinity of Budva (5 km from it) is Sveti Stefan, the legendary island hotel where Rockefeller, Vysotsky, Plisetskaya, Stallone, Gagarin and other celebrities once lived.

You can rest and relax after walking on the main resort street, which is located parallel to the embankment. There are many restaurants here where you can try national Montenegrin dishes - they are very filling. There are several clubs and many bars where music is played at night and discos are held.

It is worth going on an excursion along the Bay of Kotor. You will see the Church of the Virgin Mary on the Rock, located on a man-made island, the monastery on the island of St. George, the town of millionaires Perast, as well as Kotor with its fortress walls. Those who like long excursions can visit the Moraca Monastery and drive along the Tara River canyon in natural Park Durmitor.

TOP 20 places - what to see in Budva and the surrounding area (map)

TOP 20 places - what to see in Budva and the surrounding area (map)
I have lived in Budva for 8 years, I have studied every corner thoroughly. This is the main resort of Montenegro, and you can spend from 1 hour on its attractions, taking only Old city, and up to a couple of days, if you visit all the beaches, monasteries, fortresses and go on treks to the mountains. Use my tips and download a map with the attractions of Budva and the surrounding area. There is no public transport here, but you can get to the neighboring towns of Becici, Rafailovici, Sveti Stefan by local bus (runs along the embankment every 15 minutes) or I advise you to rent a car.

My TOP attractions in Budva

Old Town - Square of Churches, Citadel, Door to the Sea, Museum, Beach Cafe
Hike along the wall above the old city
Gymnast - main symbol cities
Mogren Beach is the best within walking distance
Coffee break in the panoramic cafe Vista Vidikovac
Ruins of the Mogren fortress above the city
Park area of the Slovenskaya Plaza hotel
Take a boat to the island of St. Nicholas to the beach
Orthodox male monastery Podmajne
Water park (summer only)
Hiking trail from Budva to Becici, as well as to Kamenovo beach through tunnels
Mini zoo at the bus station at the Mercur cafe
Visit to Ploce beach and foam disco by boat or car
Fish farm with restaurant and mountain waterfall - “Rybnyak”
2000 year old olive tree and old oil mill in Becici
St. Stephen and a walk through the Royal Milocer Park
Panorama of Chelobrdo and the walking trail of monk Yegor Stroganov
Rustovo Convent
Round panoramic platform at the Church of St. Sava
Austrian fortress Kosmach over the Budva Riviera

Sights map of Budva

Enjoy the sea breeze at the fortress walls Beach Richard's Head over coffee or a glass of wine.

2. You don’t even have to walk along the streets of the old city, it’s better to walk along its perimeter along the walls, looking from above into the courtyards, yachts and the sea ⛵ There are 3 entrances to walls of Budva, the most accessible gate at the Citadel is on the map. If the gate is locked, no problem, feel free to climb over! In summer, during the daytime, they charge 2 euros for entry.

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Budva Riviera is 25 kilometers Adriatic coast, like a thread on which 17 beautiful sandy beaches are strung like pearls. It starts in the north from Jaz beach, which is rightfully considered the most beautiful beach in Budva. It stretches along a long curved tongue along the sea, crystal clear and having its own special “Mediterranean” color.

Yaz is divided into two unequal parts - a large one, 700 m long, and a small one - 400 m long (nudists prefer to sunbathe there) - and is crossed by the Drenovstitsa River, which flows into the sea. Near the river it is sandy, and thanks to the sandy bottom, the water here has a very special, indescribably delightful blue hue. Closer to the city of Budva, the beach becomes covered with small pebbles.

In recent years, concerts of world stars such as Lenny Kravitz and Madonna have been organized on Jaz once a year. The beach is surrounded by lush Mediterranean greenery, providing shade during the midday heat. Nearby there is a guarded parking lot and a camping site for 2000 cars. In summer, buses run between Budva and Jaz beach every 2-3 hours.

Becici Beach

Becici is a coastal tourist resort Montenegro, located in a green parkland behind the famous Becici beach, near the historical city of Budva on the Adriatic coast of Montenegro. Its location, climate, wonderful sandy beaches, developed infrastructure and, of course, the stunning natural and man-made beauty of this place makes it ideal for a family holiday.

Becici belongs to the Blue Flag category (this is the symbol of the European Environmental Association). In the immediate vicinity there are the cleanest and beautiful beaches- Mogren, Milocer, Przno, Kamenovo, which are less than an hour away by car. In Becici, at every step you can come across a variety of cafes, restaurants, bars, and for lovers nightlife- night clubs. During the high season, it is sometimes impossible to find a place to sit because cafes and bars are always crowded.

The nearby ancient fortified city of Budva, breathing with antiquity, with its medieval narrow streets, squares, towers... improvised concert venues, gives the resort a very special charm.

Here, just 2 km from Becici, there is a huge number of different entertainment venues. You can spend your time relaxing in Dolce Farniente on one of the elegant outdoor terraces, or enjoying sports or unbridled fun - there is something for everyone here. If you want to take a walk, you can visit the old fishing village of Rafailovici, where there are enough pleasant places where you can eat delicious food and enjoy excellent views along the way.

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Old town of Budva

The city of Budva was created by the Phoenicians. Expelled from their native lands for unknown sins, Kadmos and his wife Harmony, according to legend, became the founders of the Butua (Budva) emirion, and from here begins the long life and difficult fate of the city. The rulers of the city changed - Greeks, Venetians, Slavs ruled it - and they all left their unique mark on the culture of this unique place.

The city is literally stuffed with cultural monuments, mainly, of course, religious culture. The churches of the Holy Trinity, St. John, the Holy Mother of God and St. Sava, the monasteries of Stanjevici and Podostrog... it would seem that the old city should be a solemnly austere place... But summer comes, and in the streets and squares everything is happening magic... they turn into stages on which visiting troupes give performances, the city is filled with music - music festivals are held here, and classics are heard in the magnificent interior of the Santa Marina de Punte church... And main square turns into a square of poets...

In the ancient Citadel, located in the very high point old Budva, the Grand Theater festival is taking place... but if you are not a fan of classics and poetry, just take a walk along these pavements, imprisoned between stone walls, you will be surprised to suddenly see on one of them the familiar profile of Pushkin - this is the name of one of the many old town cafe. There are many such small cafes in the city, as well as boutiques and various galleries.

The island of St. Nicholas is the largest, absolutely charming real desert island in the southern part of the Adriatic Sea, located a kilometer from Budva by sea. The island covers the entrance to Budva Bay, the length of the island is two kilometers, maximum height- 121 meters above sea level.

The fact that people previously lived here is evidenced by the Church of St. Nicholas, first mentioned in the 16th century; the skeleton was named in honor of this saint. The church is surrounded by old graves in which, as legend has it, lie the crusaders who died from the plague that raged in Budva, where they were camped.

The island is very green, the bulk of the vegetation is evergreen. These thickets are home to many birds, but besides them, on the island you can find various small animals and even mouflons. The island is connected to the Slavyansky beach by a shallow water path, which, of course, is associated with a legend. When Saint Sava was about to sail from Budva to Athos, a storm broke out, and in order to get to his galley, he threw a handful of stones into the sea. This created a shallow path along which the saint was able to approach the galley, climb onto it and sail from Budva.

The beach on the island of St. Nicholas actually consists of three, the total length of which is more than 800 m. Coastline The island is heavily indented, and if someone wants to retire, then there are many small coves at his disposal where nirvana will be ensured.

You can only get to the island by water, using a water taxi that runs between the island and the beaches of Budva. The cost of such a trip ranges from 2 to 5 euros per person, depending on the season. Small cafes and bars will not let you die of hunger on the island of St. Nicholas; there is also a fish restaurant, where guests will be served delicious freshly caught fish in the heat.

Restaurant Dona Kod Nikole

The menu of this restaurant always includes dishes from fresh fish, mussels, crabs, as well as National dishes with a large selection of wines. Local wines are best paired with fish dishes (for example, dry wine Vranac, also known as the “blood of the Montenegrin vine”).

The restaurant's interior is reminiscent of the style of Old Budva with elements of a marine theme. This venue is perfect for various types of ceremonies and celebrations. There are 170 seats available inside, which are most often all occupied at once, so you need to reserve a table in advance. The open terrace is decorated fishing nets, crab traps, ship ropes. There is a parking lot near the restaurant.

The establishment is open from 9 am to 2 am. You can pay for food in cash or with Visa and Maestro credit cards.

Cafe Casper

Casper Cafe is a small, cozy café that offers coffee to go, which is rare around here. It is located in a shady garden that shelters visitors from the hot sun.

"Kasper" is one of the most romantic places in Old Budva. The cafe is conveniently located under the canopies of large trees, which cover the establishment in such a way that it is even difficult to find.

In the evenings, active young people gather in the cafe and play live jazz music.

The cafe offers excellent wines. Local fortified wine costs 3 euros here, and dark Nikšičko beer costs 2 euros. Prices for snacks and drinks are very reasonable.

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Restaurant Sole mio

This restaurant with a poetic name is located in the very center of Budva on Slovenska Obala street. The establishment specializes in traditional Italian cuisine and on Montenegrin seafood dishes.

The special feature of the restaurant is open kitchen, so here you can see how and from what products food is prepared. The restaurant serves seafood delicacies and chefs' signature dishes.

The establishment can accommodate 430 people. The restaurant is open from 8 am to 11 pm. The average bill per person will be 20-50 dollars. Like all restaurants in Budva, this establishment is located on the seashore, so gorgeous sea views are guaranteed. The restaurant also has an outdoor summer terrace.

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Budva is considered one of the most popular resorts Montenegro. I especially loved the city and its surroundings Russian tourists who have long felt at home here. Beach holiday on the Budva Riviera can be perfectly combined with walks through pine groves and visits to local attractions.

People go to Budva for unique nature and the climate of the Adriatic coast, gentle sea and breathtaking landscapes. From the walls of the stone city citadel you can endlessly watch the play of sunlight on the azure water, on the streets of the Old Town you can fully enjoy the atmosphere of antiquity, and freshly prepared seafood dishes in local restaurants can satisfy the taste of even the most discerning gourmet.

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The old town of Budva consists of literally several winding streets with museums, souvenir shops and churches. You can get here through five gates located in the fortress wall. From the walls of the stone citadel standing on the shore, magnificent views of the entire Budva Riviera open up. A walk through the Old Town is an immersion in the medieval atmosphere and enjoying the beautiful architecture of the Adriatic coast.

An ancient fortress, which was previously considered the most impregnable on the Adriatic Sea. It was built in the 15th century to protect against attacks from water. The citadel looks very impressive: the sea cliffs and walls seem to have grown together forever - their power always impresses tourists. The most important entertainment for visitors is to climb the fortress wall and contemplate the surroundings.

On the rocky shore of the Budva Riviera stands an elegant statue of a dancing girl. According to legend, she was the bride of a sailor, and met him every time he returned from his voyages. One day, her fiancé never returned, but her faithful friend continued to go ashore every morning. She waited for her betrothed all her life, never marrying another. The sculpture “Dancer from Budva” was created based on this legend; it personifies fidelity.

The beach is considered one of the best on the Budva Riviera. It is famous for its clean and clear water. The coastal strip is located among centuries-old pine trees and rocks in a picturesque bay. The path to the beach lies through fragrant coniferous groves, along which a narrow path winds. Mogren is divided into two parts, separated by rocks cutting into the sea. By the way, going through them will not be difficult.

The church is the oldest temple in Budva. Its spire is visible from almost any part of the city. The first religious buildings appeared on this site in the 7th century. The cathedral was constantly restored and rebuilt, as it was constantly subject to destruction. The building acquired its modern Gothic appearance only in XVII century. Until the 18th century, the episcopal residence was located here.

An Orthodox church from the early 19th century, at the entrance to which there is a mosaic copy of a painting by Russian icon painter Andrei Rublev. It was built in the classical Byzantine style. Inside there is a luxurious baroque iconostasis created by the Greek N. Zetiri in 1883. The building is located in the Old Town on a small square, so it is almost impossible to pass by while walking.

Orthodox monastery, approximately founded in the XI-XII centuries. It is believed that from here St. Savva the Serbian went on a pilgrimage to Palestine. The monastery complex was built in the Romanesque style. It suffered several times from fires and earthquakes, but was later quickly restored. The last restoration was carried out in the 1990s. Since 1995, the monastery has become operational again.

The museum houses a collection that tells the story of the rich history of Budva. Artifacts from the Hellenistic period are exhibited here, as well as exhibits dating back to the Roman, Byzantine and later historical eras. The time frame that the collection covers is from the 5th century BC to the 20th century. In total, the museum collections contain more than 3 thousand items: ceramics, cutlery, glassware, jewelry and much more.

The Budva Library was founded more than 150 years ago. Today, its collections contain several tens of thousands of books. This is not just a book collection, but a full-fledged cultural complex that directly combines a library, a gallery and an archaeological museum. Seminars, round tables and literary evenings are constantly held here. The ensemble is located on the territory of an ancient building.

The fortress is located in the vicinity of Budva near the beach of the same name. It was erected in the second half of the 19th century to protect the city by order of the Austro-Hungarian administration. During World War II, the local arsenal was located here. Today the citadel lies in ruins, as it was not restored after the destruction. Its walls offer panoramic views of the coast and surrounding mountains.

Another 19th-century Austrian structure built for defense purposes. Currently the fortress lies in ruins. Apparently this is why there are no organized excursions here. Tourists wishing to explore the citadel must travel to the site on their own. The fortress is located near the village of Braichi, which is located on the road from Budva to Cetinje. From a distance it looks like an ancient castle.

The water park opened in 2016 on Mount Tolpish, which is located almost 3 km from historical center Budva. Up to 6 thousand visitors can be here at the same time. The attractions are designed for different age groups - there are extreme slides for adults, and more relaxed entertainment for children. The water park infrastructure includes a restaurant, a children's cafe, bars and a shop.

A nightclub located on the mountain, which offers a breathtaking view of Budva at night. The venue has become famous for the fact that famous DJs constantly perform there. A well-known development company from Russia took part in the construction of the building. Initially, they planned to build a water park here, but later they decided to settle on a club, since the idea seemed more profitable.

A small uninhabited island located about 1 km from the Budva coast. Previously, people lived here, as evidenced by the 16th century church. Around the temple there is a cemetery where the remains of the crusaders who died from the plague are probably buried. For tourists, there is a fish restaurant and several small cafes on the island. You can get here by water taxi.

Resort located on the island and adjacent coast approximately 5 km from Budva. Sveti Stefan is one of the most visited attractions in Montenegro. Here in a small area there are villas, restaurants, shopping centers and even an art gallery. From the outside, all the buildings on the island seem like real medieval houses, but inside they are equipped according to the standards of a five-star hotel.