Discover the best day trips from Budva by renting a car for an unforgettable Montenegrin experience.
Sveti Stefan and Petrovac
Drive 15 minutes to Sveti Stefan, a fortified village turned luxury resort, and enjoy the views from nearby beaches or viewpoints. Continue to Petrovac (15 minutes), a charming coastal town with a sandy beach and historical sites like the Roman Mosaics.
Cafés and Restaurants: Olive Restaurant (Sveti Stefan), Konoba Bonaca (Petrovac)
Kotor and Perast
Drive 45 minutes to Kotor, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore the Old Town, marina, and city walls. Continue to Perast (20 minutes), a picturesque coastal town. Visit Our Lady of the Rocks island and St. Nikola Church.
Cafés and Restaurants: Café Carrubba (Kotor), Restaurant Conte (Perast)
Lovćen National Park and Cetinje
Drive 1.5 hours to Lovćen National Park and visit the Njegoš Mausoleum, offering panoramic views of Montenegro's landscapes. Continue to Cetinje (30 minutes), Montenegro's historical capital, and visit the Cetinje Monastery, King Nikola's Palace, and the National Museum of Montenegro.
Cafés and Restaurants: Kafeterija Lovćen (Lovćen National Park), Kole (Cetinje)
Lake Skadar National Park
Drive 1.5 hours to Lake Skadar National Park, home to the largest lake in the Balkans. Enjoy the lake's natural beauty, rich birdlife, and historical monasteries. Rent a boat or join a guided tour to explore the lake's treasures.
Cafés and Restaurants: Konoba Badanj, Restaurant Silistria
