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Exploring the underwater world of the Adriatic with diving centres on Slovenska Beach.
The Main Tourist Hub of the Montenegrin Coast
Budva is one of the oldest cities on the Adriatic, with a history spanning more than two and a half thousand years.
Located on the Montenegrin coast, it attracts visitors with its beautiful beaches, well-preserved Old Town, and a rich offering of water sports and recreational activities. The city has it all – from parasailing and diving to peaceful coastal walks and visits to cultural landmarks. Budva is simultaneously a family destination and a favourite spot for young travellers seeking fun and adventure.
Highlights
One of the oldest settlements on the Adriatic, known according to historical sources for more than two and a half thousand years as the 'city of Illyria'. Surrounded by mighty ramparts, the Old Town preserves narrow cobblestone streets, ancient churches, and traces of the civilisations that shaped it – from the Illyrians, Greeks, and Romans to the Venetians. A walk along the city walls offers a panoramic view of the Adriatic Sea and the harbour, while the Palm Square at the heart of the Old Town is surrounded by restaurants and cafés. An unmissable stop on any visit to the Budva Riviera.
Mogren Beach, located immediately beside Budva's Old Town, is considered one of the most prestigious beaches on the southern Adriatic thanks to its fine sandy shores, clear water, and secluded setting. It consists of two beaches connected by a tunnel carved into the rock, reached via a concrete path along the cliff face that itself offers spectacular sea views. Sheltered from the wind by the surrounding rocks, Mogren is ideal for swimming and relaxation, and its smaller crowds compared to the town beaches make it a favourite among those in the know.
Sveti Stefan is one of the most exclusive resorts in the Mediterranean, created by adapting stone houses on an island built more than five centuries ago to protect the population of the surrounding villages. The island is connected to the mainland by a narrow causeway and is one of Montenegro's most recognisable visual symbols. Located just 15 minutes by bus from the centre of Budva, Sveti Stefan can be admired from the shore, while the surrounding beaches and the fishing village of Pržno make this destination perfect for a day trip.
Budva Marina, with GPS coordinates 42°16'49.0"N 18°50'18.6"E, is the central hub of nautical tourism on the Budva Riviera. In addition to berths for yachts and boats, the marina is the departure point for boat rentals and organised coastal excursions. Slovenska Beach beside the marina offers the widest range of water activities on the riviera – parasailing, diving, water skiing, flyboarding, and rides on a tourist submarine. This is a must-visit stop for all visitors who want to experience the Adriatic Sea in an active way.
In the village of Ivanovići, near Budva, stands an olive tree approximately 2,000 years old, which – alongside the olive tree in Bar – is considered one of the oldest on the entire Adriatic. Its girth at the root collar measures an impressive 12.5 metres, making it a natural monument of exceptional value. A visit to this living witness of ancient times is a unique experience that combines nature and history, and its location near Budva makes it easily accessible for a short trip from the city centre.
What to do
Food & wine
Exploring the underwater world of the Adriatic with diving centres on Slovenska Beach.
Adventure
Flying above the sea from Slovenska Beach with a panoramic view of the riviera.
Culture
Budva is known as one of the most vibrant nightlife destinations on the Adriatic, where history and nightlife intertwine at every turn. The Old Town hides numerous bars, clubs and terraces where you can enjoy music and drinks until the early morning hours. In addition, casinos in hotels such as Maestral Resort & Casino, Queen of Montenegro and Avala Resort & Villas offer an extra dose of excitement for those who want something different. Nightlife in Budva is ideal for younger travelers, as well as all those who love a lively atmosphere, good cocktails and unforgettable summer nights by the sea.
On the water
Exploring the Budva Riviera coastline by boat with the option to stop at secluded beaches.
Adventure
Water sports available at Slovenska Beach and Budva Marina throughout the season.
Mountains
Walking trails in the hinterland of Budva offering panoramic views of the sea and cultural monuments.
Food & wine
Discover the culinary heritage of Budva through a walk through the Old Town with stops at taverns and restaurants. Try Adriatic specialties such as black risotto, fish brudet and homemade shellfish. On the waterfront, enjoy fresh grilled fish with local wines from the Crmnička region. Budva offers a blend of Mediterranean and Montenegrin cuisine that delights every food lover.
Sun & sea
Slovenska Beach is the largest and longest beach in the city of Budva itself, stretching approximately 1,600 metres, with all beach amenities included.
Mogren is a prestigious sandy beach near the Old Town of Budva, divided into two sections connected by a short tunnel carved through the rock.
Bečići beach, approximately 2,000 m long, was declared the most beautiful beach in Europe at the 1935 Paris Exhibition.
Sveti Nikola Island, also known as Hawaii and Školj, lies about a kilometre from Budva and has three beaches and Mediterranean vegetation.
Jaz Beach, stretching 1,200 metres, is located 2.5 km from Budva and ranks among the three longest beaches on the Montenegrin coast.
A former fishing village on the Budva Riviera with a beach stretching approximately 2 km, a promenade, and a marina.
Kamenovo Beach near Budva stretches approximately 330 m, with crystal-clear water and a sheltered position in a cove between limestone cliffs.
Pržno is a sheltered cove approximately 350 metres long, situated between Budva and Sveti Stefan, known for its calm sea and fishing village atmosphere.
A small sandy beach 200 m long, nestled in a cove west of Jaz, with a shallow bottom extending up to 50 m from the shore.
Miločer (King's Beach) is an exclusive pebble beach near Sveti Stefan, surrounded by a park and Villa Miločer, built in 1936.
A beach with terraced stone decks, four saltwater pools, and organised foam parties, located on Cape Platamuni.
A pebble beach divided into Eastern and Western sections, with spectacular views of the iconic Sveti Stefan peninsula.
A well-appointed beach and beach club at Crvena Glavica, between Sveti Stefan and Petrovac, with reddish rocks and pebbles.
A beach in a cove approximately 250 m long between Sveti Stefan and Reževići, with rounded pebbles and clear sea.
A small gravel-and-sand beach 40 m long, set in a cove below Reževići Monastery on the Budva–Petrovac coastal road.
Petrovac's town beach stretches about 600 m, surrounded by old palazzos, a fortress, and two small islets.
A smaller pebble beach set in a bay between two headlands, surrounded by Mediterranean vegetation, 500 m from Petrovac.
Buljarica is the longest beach on the Budva Riviera (2,250 m), located 2 km from Petrovac in the direction of Bar, with a surface area of 72,850 m².
What's on
Multi-night headline concerts and midnight fireworks before Budva's medieval walls – all free.
Details
Five free days of Abrum processions, a grand Old Town parade and a children's carnival in Budva.
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Reels
Hiking, walking and cycling routes that start here or pass nearby, with maps and GPX downloads.
A demanding one-way hiking trail through Lovćen National Park, 16.5 km long, with a total ascent of 692 m and a duration of approximately 5 h 30 min.
16.5 km692 m4½–6½ h
View trail
An easy hiking trail, 1.0 km long, connects Budva's Old Town with Mogren Beach. In about 20 minutes of walking, it passes viewpoints, an early Christian basilica, and other historical sites.
1.0 km17 m15–25 min
View trail
The 3.1 km trail follows the coastal ridge from Mogren beach to Jaz beach. It is easy, runs mostly along a woodland path, and offers several viewpoints over the sea. Estimated at around 1 h 15 min of walking without stops.
3.1 km169 m65–90 min
View trail
An easy one-way walking trail from Jaz Beach via Prijevor to Seoce: 3.6 km, 246 m of ascent and 79 m of descent. Suitable for a relaxed outing, with a viewpoint at 71 m above sea level and close to Budva and the beaches.
3.6 km246 m1–1½ h
View trail
An easy one-way walking trail from Budva to Sveti Stefan, 8,8 km long. It passes by Slovenska Beach, Bečići, Rafailovići, Kamenovo and viewpoints, with 130 m of ascent and descent.
8.8 km130 m2–3 h
View trail
A short and easy 1.4 km walking trail leads through the nature of Sveti Nikola Island. It is suitable almost year-round and excellent for a break from Budva's city bustle.
1.4 km44 m50–70 min
View trail
A one-way trail 6.6 km long from Kamenovo to the highest point at 796 m a.s.l. It climbs 764 m of ascent, partly on asphalt, partly on a forest trail, with viewpoints at 151 m and 453 m a.s.l.
6.6 km764 m3–4 h
View trail
The 15.9 km trail leads from Brajići through the mountainous area above Sveti Stefan down towards the coast. It is demanding, with a total ascent of 377 m and descent of 498 m, and passes by the Kosmač viewpoint, a spring, and the Mrtvica camp.
15.9 km377 m4½–6 h
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Did You Know?
Budva is one of the oldest towns on the Adriatic: historical sources have called it a "city of Illyria" for more than two and a half thousand years, and legend links its founding to Cadmus. more than two and a half thousand years
Plan Your Visit
The town is accessible 24/7. Tourist info points: opening hours vary by location and season.
Entry to the town and beaches is free. Some attractions and museums charge an entrance fee.
Paid parking in the town center. Parking lots on the outskirts are recommended, with a pedestrian walkway to the Old Town.
The Old Town has cobbled streets that can be challenging for wheelchairs. The seaside promenade is mostly flat and accessible.
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