One-Week Montenegro Road Trip from Podgorica to Kotor and Zabljak

Podgorica has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Independence Square. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,360 visitors.

Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Podgorica, Pod Volat. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,054 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Podgorica is Masala Art. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 288 customers.

Podgorica also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Podgorica is München Bierhaus | Pub München. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 202 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Podgorica is Hotel Hemera. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 375 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 8-day vacation in Montenegro!

You still have 3 nights left in Podgorica.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Dajbabe Monastery. This incredible attraction is a monastery and has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 471 visitors.

Orthodox Temple of Christ's Resurrection is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,293 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Millennium Bridge. This amazing attraction is a cable-stayed bridge and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 980 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Gorica Park. This park and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 612 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in Montenegro to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Podgorica.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Podgorica, like Porto. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 288 customers.

Vuk is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Podgorica. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 314 customers.

Locals enjoy Garden, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Podgorica. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 294 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Podgorica, Nacionalni restoran Stara kuća. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 182 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Welder Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 189 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Montenegro!

At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Podgorica, where you'll stay for 2 nights more.

One of the best travel destinations is Pavlova Strana Viewpoint. This amazing attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 1,403 visitors.

Lipa Cave is another popular attraction you could visit. As one of the best-rated attractions in the area, Lipa Cave has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,821 visitors.

To make your time more memorable, we recommend you visit King Nicholas Museum. This outstanding attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 667 visitors.

You can also make your new day in Montenegro more epic with one of the most popular tours you can take part in today. The tour allows travelers to experience the enjoyment of exploring some of Montenegro’s most popular attractions and hidden treasures. Make sure to check out all options below to find the perfect adventure for you.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation near the city of Podgorica.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Podgorica, ULIX Gastro bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 148 customers.

If you’d prefer one of the top bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Podgorica, we recommend the cocktails at Restoran bar Desetka Podgorica. This bar has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 135 customers.

Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day in the city of Podgorica!

Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit is the amazing Kastio Castle. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,404 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Budva Riviera. This natural feature and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,258 visitors.

Jaz Beach is another popular attraction you can explore. This well-known attraction, a spectacular beach, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from over 3,566 reviews.

Joining a top-rated tour in Budva is another excellent way to spend your new day in Montenegro. The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of Montenegro’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to Montenegro’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of Montenegro’s scenic spots.

You could then travel to the amazing Ploce beach for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a natural feature and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,634 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination is the outstanding St. Tryphon's Cathedral. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,241 visitors, this church deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Kotor.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try BBQ Tanjga, one of the best restaurants in the city of Kotor. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,304 customers.

Locals also recommend Konoba Scala Santa as one of the best restaurants in the city of Kotor. Konoba Scala Santa is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 836 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Kotor is Pizzeria Pronto. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 752 customers.

After dinner, visit The Nitrox Pub & Eatery, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Kotor. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 631 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like "Ladovina" Kitchen & Wine Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 497 customers.

Alternatively, Jazz Club Evergreen is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Kotor. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 323 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Montenegro!

At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Kotor, where you'll stay for 1 night more.

One of the best travel destinations is Old Town. This amazing attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 9,135 visitors.

You can also make your new day in Montenegro more epic with one of the most popular tours you can take part in today. The tour allows travelers to experience the enjoyment of exploring some of Montenegro’s most popular attractions and hidden treasures. Make sure to check out all options below to find the perfect adventure for you.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation near the city of Kotor.

When you arrive, we recommend eating at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like MARENDA steak house. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 470 customers.

Cesarica is one of the top restaurants in the city of Kotor. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 568 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Kotor is La Catedrale Pasta Bar. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 541 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Kotor, The Harbour Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 312 customers.

If you’d prefer one of the top bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Kotor, we recommend the cocktails at Letrika Caffe Bar. This bar has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 235 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Kotor is Pub "Old Town" Kotor. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 222 customers.

Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day in the city of Kotor!

Rise and shine on day 6 of your road trip in Montenegro. Today, you'll wake up in Kotor and embark on a scenic drive to Zabljak, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Kotor before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Kotor. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 267 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Prevoj Sedlo. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 783 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Black Lake. This lake and attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 1,139 reviews.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Restaurant Or'O. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 928 customers.

Locals also recommend Lounge bar Cudna suma, another of the best restaurants in Zabljak. Lounge bar Cudna suma is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 203 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Krcma Nostalgija. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 476 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Montenegro, and look forward to more great days to come!

You’ll stay in Podgorica for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore today is Đurđevića Tara Bridge. This excellent attraction is a deck arch bridge that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 4,966 visitors.

To experience the local culture, see more of Montenegro, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in Montenegro. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to Biogradska Gora for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is a protected area and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,884 visitors.

This outstanding lake has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 304 travelers.

You can also stop at the popular Morača. This attraction, a stunning architectural structure, has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,959 visitors.

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Podgorica.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Podgorica, Grill Beli. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 138 customers.

Locals recommend Pizzeria Calabria as one of the best restaurants in the city of Podgorica. Pizzeria Calabria is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 147 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Podgorica is Restoran Maša. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 171 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Podgorica, Cafe Berlin. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 115 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Montenegro with a toast!

Day 8 of your road trip in Montenegro is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Podgorica before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Old Ribnica River Bridge is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Podgorica. This best-rated sightseeing destination and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 718 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Podgorica and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Montenegro.

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Podgorica at Gostiona 1928 before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 135 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Palata for your last chance at a meal in the city of Podgorica. The Palata restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 109 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Podgorica. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Montenegro!