Montenegro literally translates to Black Mountain and it is located along the Adriatic Sea much like Croatia. Located in the Southeast of Europe, Montenegro is a hidden gem that often goes overlooked or overshadowed by Croatia and larger nations as a vacation spot. However, I find that works in ones favor as there are not floods of people visiting there on a daily basis. This gives one easier access to all that Montenegro has to offer, and trust me, there is a lot.

Montenegro often goes overlooked as I mentioned before, however, some of the structures and sights here are just as astounding as say, those in Greece. With a breathtaking coastline and beautiful cliffsides it is actually quite reminiscent of Greece—after all, it is in the Mediterranean. There are many towns here to see and much to do, so let’s begin by perusing the different towns and sights you simply cannot miss. Click the link for booking ideas!

Discover Kotor

Kotor is a smallish town located on the Adriatic coast. It is technically located in a bay positioned near the limestone cliffs of Mount Lovćen. It features many a winding road and a plethora of squares with quaint little stores and out of this world restaurants. Perhaps the neatest fact about this town is that it sticks true to its original medieval roots—at least the architecture, building and city style.

If you find yourself in Kotor, Montenegro, there are a number of attractions you should make sure to pencil in on your itinerary. One of the first things you should do is pay a visit to Lovćen. This large mountain is not just a picturesque wonderland, but a possible adventure depending on what you are into. For example, you could go mountain climbing, hiking, and a historic mausoleum.

Discover Podgorica

If you were wondering what the capital of Montenegro was, you have officially found it. Podgorica is the official capital city of Montenegro. Not to sound like a broken record, but much like the rest of the Mediterranean, there is a lot of awesome architecture to see here that is just absolutely astounding. Not only will you experience outstanding history, culture, and architecture, but you can also pay a visit to the endless beaches in Podgorica. This is the perfect spot for a summer vacation.

Take your time in this town and make sure you see all it has to offer. Although this is the capital city of Montenegro, it is often overlooked and unvisited as I mentioned earlier. However, it definitely features many different sites to visit for a breathtaking view and history lesson. Visit Lake Skadar, a massive lake featuring islands and beautiful native animals. Visit the historic monastery and site of pilgrimage called the Ostrog Monastery. The Tara River Canyon is also worth a visit. Especially if you enjoy the water. Enjoy rafting, tubing, kayaking, and the unbelievable canyon itself.

Discover Montenegro

While Montenegro is a lesser known country, it is worth so much more when it comes to attention. Not only do they have their fair share of history, culture, and beauty, they have a lot to offer tourists. Whether you want to soak up some sun at the beach or shop around and eat good food, Montenegro is a hot spot to visit.