Dubrovnik to Montenegro

Getting to Montenegro

From Dubrovnik there are three ways to visit Montenegro:

• Take an organized excursion
  It's easy and convenient although definitely pricier and less adventurous than going it alone. You also have less flexibility as the excursions are not daily. On the other hand, you can visit Montenegro's three main destinations: Herceg Novi, Kotor and Budva. Viator is the most reliable company to offer this excursion and you can book online.
• Take a bus
  There are three to five daily buses to but it takes careful planning to work in all three destinations on a day trip. If you have to choose, I recommend taking the 10.30am bus to Kotor and returning in the afternoon, possibly with a stop at Herceg Novi. (see the current bus schedule)
• Drive
  This is by far the easiest approach as it allows you to visit all three destinations. You can rent a car in Dubrovnik. As long as you have the green insurance card, there's no problem taking your car to Montenegro. Do not expect to drop off your rental in Montenegro however. Few car rental agencies allow this.

Practicalities

Money

Montenegro is cheaper than Dubrovnik, especially when it comes to restaurants. Note that Montenegro has adopted the euro as the official currency. Croatian Kuna is widely accepted but it's more economical to pay with the euro. ATMs are plentiful but credit cards are not widely accepted except to pay for accommodation.

Border Formalities

If you did not need a visa to enter Croatia you do not need one to enter Montenegro. Just show your passport at the border crossing. If you drive, you must have a green card which will be provided when you rent a car.

What to See

For some of the most dramatically beautiful scenery on the Adriatic coast, head to Kotor. The walled town of Kotor rivals Dubrovnik and it's wedged between Mt Sv Ivan and a gorgeous bay. The drive from Dubrovnik affords unforgettable views of the bay and it's a delight to spend the day exploring the streets and squares of the Old Town. Herceg Novi is also worth a stop, especially if you'd like to take a swim as there are a number of pebble beaches and concrete swimming terraces. Least interesting, in my view, is Budva which lies another hour or so past Kotor. A victim of rampant over-development, Budva beachside strip is perpetually crowded and packed with commerce. The walled old town has been carefully restored and would be interesting unless you've just come from Dubrovnik.

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Day Trips from Dubrovnik

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