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Budva
Montenegro’s busiest beach town, with a walled old town and Sveti Stefan nearby
Montenegro’s busiest beach town, with a walled old town and Sveti Stefan nearby
Narrow stone lanes lead past churches, cafés and shops inside the Venetian walls.
Photo: Milosmandic, CC BY-SA 3.0
The fortress at the tip of the old town has views over the sea and the island of Sveti Nikola. A small fee applies.
Photo: Wistula, CC BY-SA 4.0
A short cliffside path from the old town leads to two sheltered coves backed by rocks.
Arrive early in summer to find space.
Photo: BuhaM, CC BY-SA 4.0
About 8km south, this fortified village on an islet is a private luxury resort. Under a 2026 agreement, two of its beaches are open to local residents, while the island itself is for hotel guests; the view from the shore road is free.
Photo: Diego Delso, CC BY-SA 3.0
Try fresh fish, čevapi, pršut and cheese from Njeguši, and local wines.
Restaurants on the seafront are pricier than those a street or two back.
Tivat Airport is about 20km away and Podgorica airport about 1 hour. Buses run frequently to Kotor, Bar and Podgorica.
Buses and taxis link the Riviera beaches.
Montenegro uses the euro (€), although it is not in the EU. Prices on the coast rise sharply in July and August.
Prices are approximate and higher in summer.
Old town and beaches.
Explore the old town and citadel, then swim at Mogren beach.
See Sveti Stefan from the shore road and swim at a quieter beach nearby.
Many beaches have paid sunbed areas, but some free space usually remains.
July and August are loud; stay outside the centre for quiet.
Coastal traffic is heavy in summer.
Visit the old town early or in the evening.
Quick answers for planning time in Budva.
The island is a private resort for guests; local residents can use two beaches, and anyone can see it from the shore.
About 25km, 30–40 minutes by road.
Yes, especially in July and August.
The euro.
May to June and September.
Planning a wider trip? Our Montenegro travel guide covers getting there, costs, when to go and more.