St. Stefan Island, Montenegro|Must-Visit Photo Spots + Complete Transportation Guide
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Hey guys! Just got back from Montenegro and I’m literally obsessed. If you’re planning a Euro summer but want to avoid the crazy crowds and Sydney-level prices of Greece or Croatia, this is your sign to go here. It’s so beautiful and actually pretty budget-friendly!
Here’s a quick wrap-up of my favourite spots, what I ate, and some practical info:
📍 Kotor
The old town is absolute magic, full of tiny alleys and heaps of cute stray cats. You have to climb up to St. John’s Fortress for the sunset. Warning: it’s about 1350 steps and my legs were jelly, plus it costs €8, but the view over the bay is insane.
🍴 Food tip: Had the best grilled octopus with potato mash at 'Konoba Roma'. So good!
📍 Perast
Just down the road from Kotor and way quieter. I took a €5 boat ride to the little island, Our Lady of the Rocks. Inside the church, they have these amazing old paintings and local history exhibits which were actually super cool to look at. Highly recommend sitting by the water afterwards with a glass of local white wine.
📍 Budva
This place has more of a beach party vibe. The old town is like a little maze. I walked over to Mogren Beach (it’s free) and found some cool cliff jumping spots.
🍴 Food tip: Go to 'Jadran' in the old town for seafood risotto. Huge portions and didn't break the bank.
📍 Tivat
Very different vibe here—super modern with massive luxury yachts and fancy shops. It’s a bit pricier to eat here, but it’s really nice for an afternoon walk. I rented a kayak for a bit which was heaps of fun! Wear something light-coloured, the photos here turn out so bright and clean.
📍 Sveti Stefan
This is that famous private island owned by the Aman resort. You can’t actually go on it unless you’re a guest or want to drop €50 on their afternoon tea (a bit too expensive for me right now haha). But you can get the iconic photo for free from the lookout near Queen’s Beach!
✨ Quick tips:
· They use Euros! Definitely carry cash because heaps of local cafes and boat rides don't take card.
· We rented a car which made getting around super easy, but parking near the old towns is a bit of a nightmare.
· The locals are super friendly and most speak great English, but learning a couple of local words goes a long way.
Let me know if you’ve been or if you’re planning a trip! 👇