Cheap 7-Day Montenegro Road Trip Vacation from Podgorica traveling south to Kotor and Bar

You'll pick up your rental car in Podgorica and begin your adventure in Montenegro.

Podgorica is a popular cheap holiday destination in Montenegro with something to offer every traveler. When you're ready to explore the city, stop at some of the best places to visit in Podgorica and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Millennium Bridge will make your cheap holiday in Montenegro truly special. This attraction is a fascinating cable-stayed bridge that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 901 visitors.

One of the best-rated budget apartment options we recommend is Apart Compliment. This 5-star apartment is a favorite among travelers, as seen in its average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 390 guests.

Budget-conscious travelers also enjoy staying at Hotel Crnogorska Kuca. Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,081 former guests, this 4-star hotel is perfect for travelers looking for a temporary place to stay in Podgorica.

Hotel Laguna is another low-cost accommodation best for price-conscious travelers. This budget-friendly 3-star hotel in Podgorica has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars in over 837 reviews.

These top-rated accommodations in Podgorica are popular and get fully booked fast.

When you're hungry and ready to take a break from your adventure, treat yourself to a delicious meal at one of the best restaurants in Podgorica. An excellent example is the popular Imanje Knjaz. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 496 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in Montenegro is Pod Volat.

If you wish to dine at a restaurant locals love, go to the wonderful Masala Art. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 288 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

München Bierhaus | Pub München is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 202 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Podgorica we recommend is Hotel Hemera, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 375 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of a terrific road trip vacation and cheap holiday experience in Montenegro!

Today's agenda is to explore Podgorica and discover what this fabulous and cheap holiday destination offers. Expect amazing attractions, a great dining experience, and a wonderful time discovering the daily lives of locals with 2 nights left in Podgorica.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Dajbabe Monastery. This incredible attraction is a monastery that has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from around 439 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Petrovic Castle. This spectacular museum and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 171 reviews.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous Orthodox Temple of Christ's Resurrection during a vacation in Podgorica. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Orthodox Temple of Christ's Resurrection has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 1,229 reviews.

This day of your road trip in Montenegro is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding Gorica Park. This popular place of interest in Podgorica is a valued park that has a rating of 4.7 out of a 5-star rating from 572 visitors.

Keen to do something new and one-of-a-kind today? There are many experiences you can add to your cheap vacation package to make your road trip in Montenegro more special. Check out all the budget-friendly activities and tours below and bag a cheap holiday deal.

After taking in the best of Podgorica, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Podgorica for a well-deserved rest. When you’re ready to eat, indulge yourself to a nice meal at one of the top-rated restaurants in the city.

Porto is an excellent example. Here you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 288 customers.

Vuk is another great restaurant option for budget travelers in Podgorica. This restaurant serves a variety of delicious and savory meals at low prices and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 314 customers.

Locals enjoy dining at Garden, and you might want to check it out too. This restaurant has an exciting menu and an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 294 reviews.

After a lovely dinner at one of the best places to eat in Podgorica, visit one of the most popular drinking spots in the city. Relax, grab a drink or two, chat with friendly locals, and enjoy the rest of your evening in Podgorica.

Nacionalni restoran Stara kuća is a fantastic bar many locals in Podgorica recognize. This popular bar is an excellent place to unwind after a busy day and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 182 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at Welder Pub, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 189 customers.

Raise your glass and savor every moment of your cheap holiday experience in Montenegro!

Day 3 of your self-drive vacation in Montenegro gives you the opportunity to explore two popular cheap holiday destinations in one day.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Kotor for 1 night. How much time you want to spend in each area or attraction is up to you. This way, you’ll have all the time you want to take in the unique atmosphere of each location and make the most of your affordable vacation in Montenegro.

While you’re in Podgorica, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Ostrog monastery. The fantastic Ostrog monastery is a popular monastery and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 12,096 travelers.

Make Kampana Tower your first stop. This popular must-see tourist destination among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,330 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in Kotor is the outstanding Kotor Old Town. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 5,785 visitors, this remarkable museum and attraction deserves a spot on your Montenegro travel bucket list.

We also recommend a visit to the popular Kotor Fortress. This attraction, a stunning top-tier point of interest, has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,776 travelers.

Make the most of your time in the country by joining activities that let you discover more about Montenegro. Check out all of the affordable tours you can join this day of your cheap holiday in Montenegro and ensure the road trip experience of a lifetime.

You’ll also have your choice of the best budget accommodations in the city of Kotor. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Kotor, relax and restore your energy at any of the following affordable places to stay.

A top-rated budget hotel suitable for cheap holiday goers is the fantastic Astoria Hotel Kotor. This 4-star hotel in Kotor offers low-cost accommodations that feature many useful amenities. Around 476 travelers who chose to stay at this hotel during their trip to the city rated their experience an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

The lovely D & Sons Apartments is another excellent choice for anyone who prefers a cozy and practical place to stay in the city. This 4-star hotel has been rated by 291 former guests an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

If you’re looking for a place that is simple and homey, Apartments Bućin is for you. This apartment allows guests access to many amenities that are perfect for everyday use. In addition, this 3-star apartment has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 147 previous guests.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try The Nitrox Pub & Eatery, one of the best restaurants in Kotor. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 631 customers.

BBQ Tanjga is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. BBQ Tanjga is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,304 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at Konoba Scala Santa, another well-loved restaurant in Kotor. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 836 guests, this restaurant is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a memorable dining experience in Montenegro.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in Kotor, "Ladovina" Kitchen & Wine Bar. This famous bar offers snacks and drinks at different price points and is a popular hangout spot among locals. In addition, this bar has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 497 bar goers.

Jazz Club Evergreen is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Kotor, with its average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 323 customers.

Cherish every minute of your road trip vacation across Montenegro. Celebrate this opportunity to enjoy a cheap holiday in Montenegro!

On day 4 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Montenegro, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Podgorica and end your day in the city of Bar, where you'll stay for 2 nights. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Podgorica is the amazing Jaz Beach. This travel destination is a beach that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,557 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Budva Old Town. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 27,201 travelers, a visit to this well-known must-see tourist destination and sightseeing spot in Podgorica is likely to make your vacation in Montenegro even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Podgorica is the outstanding Budva Riviera. This natural feature has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,242 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Montenegro, drop by the popular Kastio Castle. This attraction, an amazing top-tier point of interest, has been rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,381 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Petrovac, Budva. This human settlement is a popular attraction rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,614 visitors from all over the globe.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Montenegro. To have the best affordable travel experience in Montenegro, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Montenegro unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Montenegro.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Bar. Bar is another cheap travel destination in Montenegro where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

Another accommodation suitable for budget-conscious travelers is the amazing Hotel Princess. This 4-star hotel offers practical amenities that will make your stay in the city pleasant. This hotel is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 940 guests.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Montenegro can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Bar that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Bar is Caffe Pizzeria Perbacco. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 618 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Bar, Forest is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 611 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Le Petit Chateau Restoran. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Bar enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 547 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Bar’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Montenegro.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Montenegro!

Today's agenda is to explore Podgorica and discover what this fabulous and cheap holiday destination offers. Expect amazing attractions, a great dining experience, and a wonderful time discovering the daily lives of locals with 1 night left in Bar.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Red Beach. This incredible attraction is a natural feature that has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from around 493 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating King Nikola's Palace. This spectacular museum and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 1,886 reviews.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous Stara Maslina during a vacation in Podgorica. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Stara Maslina has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 1,546 reviews.

This day of your road trip in Montenegro is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding Old Town Bar. This popular place of interest in Podgorica is a valued museum that has a rating of 4.7 out of a 5-star rating from 886 visitors.

You’ll be making the most of your time in Podgorica when you include the fantastic Fortress Old Bar to your road trip itinerary. This local attraction is a captivating top-tier point of interest with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 4,881 travelers.

Keen to do something new and one-of-a-kind today? There are many experiences you can add to your cheap vacation package to make your road trip in Montenegro more special. Check out all the budget-friendly activities and tours below and bag a cheap holiday deal.

After taking in the best of Podgorica, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Bar for a well-deserved rest. When you’re ready to eat, indulge yourself to a nice meal at one of the top-rated restaurants in the city.

Kraljevska Plaža is an excellent example. Here you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 458 customers.

Restoran Ariya is another great restaurant option for budget travelers in Bar. This restaurant serves a variety of delicious and savory meals at low prices and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 484 customers.

Locals enjoy dining at Mediteran I National cuisine restaurant, and you might want to check it out too. This restaurant has an exciting menu and an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 253 reviews.

After a lovely dinner at one of the best places to eat in Bar, visit one of the most popular drinking spots in the city. Relax, grab a drink or two, chat with friendly locals, and enjoy the rest of your evening in Bar.

Nice Vice is a fantastic bar many locals in Bar recognize. This popular bar is an excellent place to unwind after a busy day and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 273 customers.

Raise your glass and savor every moment of your cheap holiday experience in Montenegro!

On day 6 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Montenegro, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Podgorica and end your day in the city of Podgorica, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Podgorica is the amazing Valdanos. This travel destination is a must-see tourist destination that has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 523 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Museum of Local History in Ulcinj. Rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 466 travelers, a visit to this well-known local museum and sightseeing spot in Podgorica is likely to make your vacation in Montenegro even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Podgorica is the outstanding MCM BEACH. This natural feature has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 307 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Montenegro, drop by the popular Long Beach. This attraction, an amazing natural feature, has been rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,107 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Ada Bojana. This island is a popular attraction rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 666 visitors from all over the globe.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Montenegro. To have the best affordable travel experience in Montenegro, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Montenegro unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Montenegro.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Podgorica. Podgorica is another cheap travel destination in Montenegro where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

One of the best budget stay options in Podgorica is the 5-star Apart Compliment. This apartment has been rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 390 former guests.

Another accommodation suitable for budget-conscious travelers is the amazing Hotel Crnogorska Kuca. This 4-star hotel offers practical amenities that will make your stay in the city pleasant. This hotel is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,081 guests.

Travelers also recommend the cozy 3-star Hotel Laguna to anyone looking for a popular budget hotel in Podgorica. In fact, around 837 travelers who were once guests of this hotel rated it an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Montenegro can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Podgorica that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Podgorica is Restoran Per Sempre. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 217 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Podgorica, Naša priča Restaurant is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 168 diners.

Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Podgorica enjoy dining at this restaurant.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Podgorica’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Montenegro. For example, you can visit ULIX Gastro bar. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 148 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Restoran bar Desetka Podgorica. This popular bar in Podgorica has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 135 bar-goers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Montenegro!

It’s soon time to say goodbye to Montenegro as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 7 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Podgorica.

Depending on how much time you have before your flight back home, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing to make the most of your cheap holiday experience in Montenegro.

If you'd rather pass time visiting some attractions, this is your chance to go to places you may not have had the chance to explore yet.

One fantastic attraction you could visit on your last day in Podgorica is the remarkable Old Ribnica River Bridge. This best-rated sightseeing destination and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 651 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Podgorica, consider a top-rated restaurant like Grill Beli. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 138 customers.

Pizzeria Calabria is an excellent alternative if you feel like eating something else. This restaurant serves a variety of savory and budget-friendly dishes and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 147 customers.

Another popular restaurant you could check out is Restoran Maša. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 171 customers, this restaurant is a great place to enjoy meals that will remind you of Montenegro and your fun memories in Podgorica.

You’ll then say farewell to Podgorica and begin your journey home. You’ll leave filled with unforgettable memories from your terrific and affordable travel experiences in Montenegro!