{"id":3536,"date":"2026-01-23T13:14:52","date_gmt":"2026-01-23T10:14:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.ru\/montenegro\/?p=3536"},"modified":"2026-02-14T22:34:24","modified_gmt":"2026-02-14T19:34:24","slug":"bay-of-kotor-in-montenegro","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/montenegro\/bay-of-kotor-in-montenegro\/","title":{"rendered":"Bay of Kotor"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Find out the correct way to say it: Bay of Kotor or Boka Kotorska?<\/strong> I\u2019ll tell you about the unique climate of the bay, the resorts you\u2019ll find here, where tourists should go, and what activities are available. My goal is to give you a clear understanding of this region in Montenegro, so you can weigh the pros and cons of visiting the Bay of Kotor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Table of contents:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#1\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#1\">What is the correct name for Bay of Kotor?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#2\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#2\">Climate in Kotor Bay: How it differs from the coastline<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#3\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#3\">Resorts in Kotor Bay: Where should tourists go?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#4\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#4\">Attractions and activities in the bay<\/a>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#5\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#5\">Oyster Farms<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#6\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#6\">Pros and cons of vacationing in the Bay of Kotor<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr 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src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/montenegro\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/12\/boko-kotorska-begin.jpg\" alt=\"Bay of Kotor\" class=\"wp-image-3576\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The city of Kotor and Kotor Bay. Cruise ships arrive here daily.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">What is the correct name for Bay of Kotor?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In fact, there are at least five commonly used names:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Bay of Kotor<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kotor Bay<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Boka Kotorska &#8211; so the inhabitants of Montenegro call the bay<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Boka &#8211; it&#8217;s just a short one<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bocche di Cattaro &#8211; this is what the Italians call the bay<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>All of these names are correct, and people will understand you if you use any of them. However, some purists might insist that calling it &#8220;Kotor Bay&#8221; is incorrect\u2014and technically, they\u2019d be right from an official standpoint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Interesting to know:<\/p>\n<cite>Many people also ask: is it a bay or a gulf? The definitions are quite similar\u2014both refer to a body of water surrounded by land on three sides. However, the key difference is the width of the entrance: a bay has a narrow opening, whereas a gulf\u2019s entrance is wider. In this case, the Bay of Kotor is technically a bay, but within it, there are four distinct sub-bays. Over time, the terminology has blended, so you can use any of the names listed earlier without confusion. However, if you want to specify a particular area within the bay, you can use the names of its individual sub-bays.<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>Each sub-bay is named after a nearby town:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Herceg Novi Bay<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tivat Bay<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Risan Bay<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Kotor Bay<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\" id=\"2\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/montenegro\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/12\/boko-kotorska-1.jpg\" alt=\"bay of kotor map\" class=\"wp-image-3578\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A map of the Bay of Kotor with all its sub-bays.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Climate in Kotor Bay: How it differs from the coastline<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a crucial topic for tourists. At first glance, you might think that since Budva (a major coastal town) is just 30 km away, the climate must be similar. However, there are significant differences that can greatly affect your trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Kotor Bay is surrounded by steep mountains on all sides\u2014similar to Norwegian fjords. The key difference is that Norwegian fjords are glacial, while this one is tectonic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These mountains begin just 100 meters from the shoreline, and all the towns are built on steep slopes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/montenegro\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/12\/boko-kotorska-2.jpg\" alt=\"Bay of Kotor resorts\" class=\"wp-image-3579\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Take a look at the mountains surrounding Kotor\u2014they enclose the bay completely.<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Due to the surrounding mountains:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The sun rises an hour later than on the coast and sets about an hour and a half earlier. This is especially noticeable in Kotor, Perast, and Risan.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The daylight hours are shorter by about 2 to 2.5 hours, meaning the water stays colder than in the open sea.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The bay is extremely deep, with an average depth of over 30 meters. In many places, it reaches 15 meters just 10 meters from the shore\u2014another reason why the water remains cooler.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Numerous cold mountain streams flow into the bay, especially in spring near Kotor and Perast, further lowering the water temperature.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The daylight hours are shorter, and the water temperature is 3-4\u00b0C cooler than in coastal towns like Budva or Bar throughout the year.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>It is important to understand:<\/p>\n<cite>There are no long sandy beaches here due to the rocky landscape. Kotor Bay is not ideal for a beach vacation, except for Herceg Novi. Herceg Novi has more sunshine, warmer water, and decent beaches, as it is located near the bay\u2019s entrance to the open sea.<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"3\">For more details, check out my guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/montenegro\/weather-in-montenegro-and-high-season\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"2128\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Montenegro\u2019s weather<\/a> and the best months to visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Resorts in Kotor Bay: Where should tourists go?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I\u2019ll go over the most popular towns for tourists, highlighting their suitability for beach vacations and sightseeing. I\u2019ll also provide links to detailed guides and must-see attractions in each city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Kotor \u2013 The most historic city in the bay<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Kotor is packed with medieval fortifications and historical sites. It has almost no beaches, but in terms of medieval architecture, no other city in Montenegro compares.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Beach rating:<\/strong> 3\/10<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sightseeing rating:<\/strong> 10\/10<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Kotor is best visited as a day trip to explore the Old Town.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udd17 <a href=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/montenegro\/kotor-top-10-places-restaurants-beach\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"4298\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Complete guide to Kotor<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<script async src=\"https:\/\/c108.travelpayouts.com\/content?trs=203835&#038;shmarker=403454.mneBayofKotorKotorWdgt&#038;place=kotor%20private%20walking%20tour&#038;items=3&#038;locale=en-US&#038;powered_by=true&#038;promo_id=4039\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/montenegro\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/12\/boko-kotorska-3.jpg\" alt=\"Bay of Kotor attractions\" class=\"wp-image-3580\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Old Town of Kotor\u2014every corner is picturesque.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Perast \u2013 The most romantic town in Montenegro<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Perast is tiny\u2014you can walk through the entire town in about 40 minutes. However, the stunning views, boat trip to Our Lady of the Rocks, and charming architecture leave a lasting impression.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Beach rating:<\/strong> 1\/10<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sightseeing rating:<\/strong> 8\/10 (fantastic, but small in scale)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>A visit to Perast, including a boat trip to the island, takes about 2-3 hours. The best way to visit is as a stopover while exploring the bay by car.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udd17 <a href=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/montenegro\/perast-top-10-attractions-beaches\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"3811\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Detailed guide to Perast<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<script async src=\"https:\/\/c108.travelpayouts.com\/content?trs=203835&#038;shmarker=403454.mneBayofKotorPerastWdgt&#038;place=perast%20lady&#038;items=3&#038;locale=en-US&#038;powered_by=true&#038;promo_id=4039\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/montenegro\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/12\/boko-kotorska-4.jpg\" alt=\"perast in the bay of Kotor\" class=\"wp-image-3581\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">View of Perast from a boat. Notice that the entire town is built on a slope. The same goes for Kotor and Herceg Novi\u2014expect lots of steps and uphill climbs throughout the bay.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Herceg Novi<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Herceg Novi is the largest city in the Bay of Kotor. Over time, it has expanded so much that it merged with the former fishing village of Igalo, which is now part of the city. Herceg Novi has plenty to see, including an old town and a fortress perched on a hill. It also boasts the best beaches in the entire bay. While Budva, Petrovac, and Ulcinj have undeniably better beaches, Herceg Novi stands out as the best beach destination within Kotor Bay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Beach rating:<\/strong> 5\/10<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sightseeing rating:<\/strong> 8\/10 (It has a beautiful 9 km-long promenade.)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Herceg Novi is great for a full-week vacation. It offers beaches, more sunshine than Kotor, a variety of cultural attractions, the famous Blue Cave, and yacht tours around the bay. Plus, it\u2019s just 6 km from the Croatian border. If you have a Schengen visa, you can easily take a trip to the world-famous city of Dubrovnik, only 45 km away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udd17 <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/montenegro\/herceg-novi-top-5-places-beaches\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"5482\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Detailed guide to Herceg Novi<\/strong><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<script async src=\"https:\/\/c108.travelpayouts.com\/content?trs=203835&#038;shmarker=403454.mneBayofKotorHercegWdgt&#038;place=Herceg%20Novi%20tour&#038;items=3&#038;locale=en-US&#038;powered_by=true&#038;promo_id=4039\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/montenegro\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/12\/boko-kotorska-5.jpg\" alt=\"view of the bay of kotor from herceg novi\" class=\"wp-image-3582\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">View from the fortress walls in Herceg Novi. Here, you can already see the open sea\u2014the exit from Kotor Bay. The mountains are lower here, meaning more sunlight.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Tivat<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Tivat is another major city in the bay, but I won\u2019t spend much time describing it because it\u2019s the least appealing for regular tourists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It has very few beaches.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It lacks medieval architecture since it\u2019s a relatively young city.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>However, it does have one of Montenegro\u2019s two international airports, which brings in a steady flow of tourists.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Beach rating:<\/strong> 3\/10<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sightseeing rating:<\/strong> 3\/10<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s not much to do in Tivat. The main attraction is Porto Montenegro\u2014a luxury marina with upscale residences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udd17 <strong>Detailed guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/montenegro\/tivat-top-10-places-beaches-restaurant\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"3701\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Tivat and its attractions<\/strong><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<script async src=\"https:\/\/c108.travelpayouts.com\/content?trs=203835&#038;shmarker=403454.mneBayofKotorTivatWdgt&#038;place=Tivat%20tour&#038;items=3&#038;locale=en-US&#038;powered_by=true&#038;promo_id=4039\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<p>Kotor Bay isn\u2019t just about the four cities mentioned above. It\u2019s also home to dozens of small waterfront villages like Donji Orahovac, Risan, Bijela, and Zelenika. These villages are tiny\u2014if you don\u2019t slow down while driving, you can pass through them in just 20\u201330 seconds without even noticing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"4\"><strong>Top Attractions and Activities in Kotor Bay<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A complete list of the best places and attractions in the bay can be found in the individual city guides linked above. However, below are the absolute must-visit spots for any tourist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Important:<\/p>\n<cite>I won\u2019t include the Old Towns of Kotor, Perast, and Herceg Novi here, as it\u2019s already obvious that these are must-see locations for lovers of medieval architecture. Instead, I\u2019ll highlight attractions and activities <strong>outside<\/strong> these cities.<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Blue Cave<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\ud83d\udccd <strong>Coordinates:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/LtLwg2iv5BM9qDLP6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">42.37430886960603, 18.59608322517365<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Boats depart from the beaches of Herceg Novi and \u017danjice.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Yugoslav Submarine Base<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\ud83d\udccd <strong>Coordinates:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/aKTdXLjQi1BzoZwt8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">42.42380614238821, 18.548990252093436<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>\u017danjice Beach<\/strong>.One of the best beaches near the entrance to the bay.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mamula Island Fortress<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\ud83d\udccd <strong>Coordinates:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/xZ1B6R7dwAjTL5KZ6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">42.39528213506137, 18.55835192354204<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The island hotel \u2014 <a href=\"https:\/\/trip.tp.st\/3sdIsQ1B\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Mamula Island by Banyan Tree<\/a> \u2014 is only accessible to hotel guests. However, you can sail past it during an excursion to the Blue Cave.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Panoramic Viewpoint Over Kotor Bay<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\ud83d\udccd <strong>Coordinates:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/4o5NovBjd2hHVocK7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">42.40941983741295, 18.78632819762087<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Located next to the <strong>Horizon<\/strong> restaurant, which offers breathtaking views over the entire bay.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Other Activities:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Countless <strong>boat tours<\/strong>, ranging from one-hour trips to full-day excursions around the bay.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/montenegro\/fishing-in-montenegro\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"2611\">Fishing trips<\/a><\/strong> in the bay or open sea, targeting tuna, barracuda, or moray eel.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Visits to oyster farms<\/strong> to try fresh seafood.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"3583\" src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/montenegro\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/12\/boko-kotorska-6.jpg\" alt=\"Blue cave in Montenegro\" class=\"wp-image-3583\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Blue cave<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"3584\" src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/montenegro\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/12\/boko-kotorska-7.jpg\" alt=\"Horizon restaurant in Kotor\" class=\"wp-image-3584\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Restaurant Horizon overlooking the entire bay<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"5\"><strong>Oyster Farms<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the unique attractions of Kotor Bay is its <strong>oyster farms<\/strong>, where oysters and mussels are cultivated. Each farm has its own small restaurant\u2014some with just a couple of tables, others with up to 20\u2014where you\u2019ll be served beautifully prepared fresh seafood. The menu always includes fresh oysters and mussels in a creamy or wine sauce. You\u2019ll also find grilled sea bass, squid, octopus, and tuna, all sourced from local fishermen. And, of course, there\u2019s always <strong>homemade wine<\/strong> available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/montenegro\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/12\/boko-kotorska-8.jpg\" alt=\"Bay of Kotor oyster farms\" class=\"wp-image-3585\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>View of an oyster farm from the shore<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>There are about <strong>10 oyster farms in Montenegro<\/strong>, with most of them located in Kotor Bay. There\u2019s one more on <strong>Piva Lake<\/strong>, but it\u2019s far away, and the atmosphere there isn\u2019t the same.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can visit an oyster farm <strong>by boat<\/strong> (most have docks) or <strong>by car<\/strong> while traveling along the coast. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Typical Oyster Farm Prices:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Oysters:<\/strong> \u20ac2\u20134 per piece<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mussels:<\/strong> \u20ac10\u201315 per kg<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tiger prawns:<\/strong> \u20ac20 for 10 pieces<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Grilled fish:<\/strong> \u20ac15\u201320 per 500g<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Homemade wine:<\/strong> \u20ac12\u201315 per liter (\u20ac2 per glass)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Oysters and mussels are taken fresh from the water right in front of you.<br>A meal for two, including wine, <strong>10 oysters<\/strong>, and <strong>half a kilo of mussels<\/strong>, will cost around <strong>\u20ac40<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/montenegro\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/12\/boko-kotorska-9.jpg\" alt=\"oysters in the Bay of Kotor\" class=\"wp-image-3586\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Fresh oysters\u2014some would sell their soul for these! \ud83d\ude04<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Important:<\/p>\n<cite>Oyster farms <strong>close for the winter<\/strong>. By late October, most of them stop operating. You won\u2019t find oyster farms anywhere else along the Montenegrin coast, as only <strong>the cold waters of Kotor Bay<\/strong> are ideal for oyster cultivation.<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udccd <strong>Coordinates of verified oyster farms:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul id=\"6\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/aDtQUj7uCmDfZxtE8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">42.49701018662883, 18.69121551431413<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/yMFzjzeJg7b2mpaR8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">42.50016418602959, 18.692435057448982<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/t2EmkD7QhpMPGFDV6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">42.50605616056362, 18.676930032567505<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/XaxgwniGf7GCd4EA6\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/XaxgwniGf7GCd4EA6\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">42.459316257903396, 18.67236683341345<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/PzHDeT3EkmcDnyEF9\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/PzHDeT3EkmcDnyEF9\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">42.48438720214112, 18.728097514515735<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>Pros and Cons of a Vacation in Kotor Bay<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s sum it up. These key points will help you decide whether Kotor Bay is the right destination for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cons of Kotor Bay for Tourists:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Very few beaches.<\/strong> The only decent ones are in Herceg Novi.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cold water and deep shores.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Short daylight hours.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>No sunsets!<\/strong> You won\u2019t see the sunset here like you would in Budva.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cities are built on mountain slopes.<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Walking to the beach, store, or Old Town always involves <strong>steps and uphill climbs<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The streets are paved with <strong>cobblestones<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you&#8217;re traveling with a <strong>baby stroller<\/strong>, Kotor Bay\u2019s cities might be challenging\u2014<strong>Budva is much more stroller-friendly<\/strong> since it\u2019s on flat land.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/montenegro\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/12\/boko-kotorska-10.jpg\" alt=\"islands of the Bay of Kotor\" class=\"wp-image-3587\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Boat ride to an island near Perast:<\/strong> Just <strong>\u20ac5<\/strong>, and the view is out of this world! Even better in real life than in pictures.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pros of Kotor Bay:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2705 <strong>Breathtaking mountain views<\/strong> everywhere.<br>\u2705 <strong>A paradise for medieval town lovers<\/strong>\u2014the architecture is stunning.<br>\u2705 <strong>Countless boat excursions<\/strong> to explore the bay and its islands (far more than on the coastline).<br>\u2705 <strong>Amazing panoramic viewpoints<\/strong> on nearly every mountain\u2014great for hiking lovers.<br>\u2705 <strong>Unbeatable oyster farms<\/strong>\u2014a true highlight of the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Final Thoughts:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Kotor Bay is a <strong>unique part of Montenegro<\/strong>, completely different from the coastal towns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Most tourists <strong>stay in Budva or Be\u010di\u0107i<\/strong> (which are less than <strong>30 km from Kotor<\/strong>) and visit Kotor Bay on a <strong>day trip<\/strong>\u2014either on their own or with a guide.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you want to <strong>stay in the bay<\/strong> and don\u2019t care much about beaches, <strong>stay in Kotor<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you <strong>need a beach<\/strong>, <strong>stay in Herceg Novi or Igalo<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Let me know if you need any refinements!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Resources to help you plan your dream trip to Montenegro<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"background-color:#f9f9fe\" class=\"wp-block-list has-background\">\n<li><strong>Car rental<\/strong> in Montenegro:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/localrent.tp.st\/e3nVabr1\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/localrent.tp.st\/e3nVabr1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">LocalRent<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; works with local rental companies. Leader in car rental in Montenegro.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/discovercars.tp.st\/sGiFAwFa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">DiscoverCars <\/a>&#8211; a large international platform.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Budget-friendly <strong>vacation packages<\/strong> to Montenegro: <a href=\"https:\/\/expedia.tp.st\/AHMgZsCG\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Expedia<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hotels and apartments<\/strong> all over the country: <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/booking.tp.st\/mbzOVAjU\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Booking.com<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; the most popular accommodation  booking platform<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tours, excursions and activities<\/strong> (including extreme ones):\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/getyourguide.tp.st\/Z8qaMHQX\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/getyourguide.tp.st\/Z8qaMHQX\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">GetYourGuide<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; more than 800 tours<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/viator.tp.st\/s3vZQJrD\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/viator.tp.st\/s3vZQJrD\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Viator<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; 1000+ excursions and activities throughout the country<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Internet and Calls<\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span><a style=\"font-weight: bold;\" href=\"https:\/\/tp.st\/g5fKeKKO\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/tp.st\/g5fKeKKO\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Airalo eSIM<\/a><\/span> in Montenegro<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/drimsim.tp.st\/S2cTJqRf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Drimsim<\/a> &#8211; universal sim card for frequent traveler<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Taxi and airport transfers<\/strong>: <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/intui.tp.st\/UGpTDq3P\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/intui.tp.st\/UGpTDq3P\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Intui.Travel<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Find out the correct way to say it: Bay of Kotor or Boka Kotorska? 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