Cheap 6-Day Montenegro Road Trip Vacation from Podgorica traveling south to 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 Seven Hills Bed&Bike B&B. Rated 4 out of 5 stars by 950 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 road trip across Montenegro offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Podgorica and the enchanting Budva, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Podgorica and end the day in Budva, where you'll stay for 2 nights.

Buckle up because day 3 of your affordable vacation in Montenegro will take you to some of locals’ and travelers’ most recommended travel spots!

One place travelers keep coming back to in Podgorica is the magnificent Pavlova Strana Viewpoint. Around 1,351 visitors have rated this excellent must-see tourist destination and travel destination an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing Lovcen National Park on this leg of your self-drive tour in Montenegro. This attraction is a well-known park that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from around 4,032 travelers.

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Jaz Beach. This popular site is a valued beach in Budva and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,557 visitors.

Another must-visit in Budva is the spectacular Budva Old Town. This outstanding top-tier point of interest and sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from more than 27,201 travelers.

Exploring one unique site after another provides you the much-needed variety during your self-drive tour across Montenegro. But to satisfy your curiosity or need for adventure, we recommend you add excursions in today’s agenda. You have a great selection of popular and low-cost activities to choose from in Montenegro. Make your cheap holiday experience in Montenegro more memorable by doing something new, bold, or inspiring.

Bar offers many top-rated accommodations suitable for travelers on a budget vacation in Montenegro. So anytime you need a break from your activities, you’re guaranteed a comfortable and affordable place to rest and stay in the city.

Apartments Kuce Lekovica Beach & Restaurant is one of the best budget apartment options for price-conscious travelers in the city. In fact, this 4-star apartment has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 196 reviews.

Another practical choice for travelers looking to enjoy a cheap vacation in Bar is Pharos. This 3-star hotel offers reasonably-priced accommodations with many handy amenities, and is rated 4 out of 5 stars by 100 former guests.

We also recommend staying at the charming 3-star Vila Jadran to take advantage of their cheap holiday deals. Rated an average of 3.9 out of 5 stars by 122 former guests, this hotel is perfect for anyone looking for a simple, cozy, and budget-friendly place to stay in Bar.

As this adventurous day progresses, satisfy your hunger at one of the best restaurants in the city. Many restaurants in Bar offer good food at even better prices, the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in Montenegro.

Caffe Pizzeria Perbacco is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 618 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Bar is Forest, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 611 customers.

Le Petit Chateau Restoran offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Bar. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 547 customers, this restaurant can get packed very quickly. Make sure you get to the restaurant early to save yourself a seat.

When night has fallen and you feel like enjoying a drink, head to some of Bar’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Celebrate another day of your adventure-filled road trip through Montenegro with a toast. Cheers to a memorable cheap vacation 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 Murići beach. This incredible attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from around 393 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Plazha Zhukotrlitsa. This spectacular must-see tourist destination and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars in 373 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 must-see tourist destination 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!

Day 5 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 Podgorica 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 Allegra Photo Point. The fantastic Allegra Photo Point is a popular best-rated sightseeing destination and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 24 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Red Lighthouse, a well-known must-see tourist destination in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.7 out of a 5 star-rating from 37 travelers.

The top-rated King Nikola's Palace is another local feature you can check out today. This spectacular museum and destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from over 1,886 travelers.

Continue your adventure-filled road trip vacation at the remarkable Red Beach. This attraction is an outstanding natural feature that is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 493 visitors.

Make Vodopad Nijagara your first stop. This popular top-tier point of interest among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,161 visitors.

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 Podgorica. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Podgorica, relax and restore your energy at any of the following affordable places to stay.

A top-rated budget apartment suitable for cheap holiday goers is the fantastic Apart Compliment. This 5-star apartment in Podgorica offers low-cost accommodations that feature many useful amenities. Around 390 travelers who chose to stay at this apartment during their trip to the city rated their experience an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

The lovely Seven Hills Bed&Bike B&B 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 950 former guests an average of 4 out of 5 stars.

If you’re looking for a place that is simple and homey, Hotel Laguna is for you. This hotel allows guests access to many amenities that are perfect for everyday use. In addition, this 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 837 previous guests.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restoran Per Sempre, one of the best restaurants in Podgorica. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 217 customers.

Naša priča Restaurant is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. Naša priča Restaurant is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 168 diners.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in Podgorica, ULIX Gastro 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 148 bar goers.

Restoran bar Desetka Podgorica is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Podgorica, with its average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 135 customers.

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

It’s soon time to say goodbye to Montenegro as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 6 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!