Sights of Budva on the map with a description. Zelena Pijaca food market. Excursion Tara and Moraca Canyons

In short, Budva has everything you need for have a great holiday. Here good beaches - we especially recommend and. It will be interesting to go to the beach. The water in Budva is very clean and quite warm, as for Montenegro - the island of St. Nicholas covers the bay from cold currents. The main advantage of Budva in this regard is the real sea here, and in, and - just a bay.

If you decide to relax in Budva, you will not have any problems with it, there are a lot of small restaurants and fast food eateries. We do not recommend taking it to Budva - throw away your money in vain. By the way, we highly recommend trying them - they are really very tasty and environmentally friendly - there is no industry at all in the country. We especially liked the figs.

Tourists in Budva are in most cases satisfied - you can read one of the ones that was sent to us.

Apartments in Budva can be found for almost every taste. There are also chic rooms with swimming pools (albeit on the street) and more modest lounges. Mostly tourists rent housing local residents. This is called Villa and is almost the main income of the Budva people.

If you get to Budva, be sure to visit Old city And . These are the most beautiful corners cities.

Sights of Budva

Most of Budva is new buildings. There are often buildings five or more stories high. For Montenegro, this is not typical. Firstly, almost all houses in the country are old stone, and secondly, Montenegrins usually build two- or three-story villas. Nevertheless, there are many interesting sights in Budva, including historical ones.

Old city

The main attraction of Budva is its Old Town. The most beautiful corners of the city and most of its attractions are concentrated here. You will be able to see a massive fortress wall surrounding low stone buildings. The interweaving of narrow winding streets, stone pavement and medieval coloring made us incredibly delighted. It is scary to think that in 1979, after a powerful earthquake, all this was destroyed almost to the ground. And then it was restored by the painstaking work of the industrious Montenegrin people.

Most beautiful view on Old city Budva opens from the fortress walls of the citadel located here:

Churches in the Old City:

1 Church of Saint John- marvelous beautiful temple V gothic style. Finding the church is not difficult. You can easily recognize it by the bell tower that towers over the city. This catholic church in the 7th century (this is the 600s) and then rebuilt several times. Stored here Budva Mother of God- an icon painted by the Most Holy Luke and considered miraculous. She is revered by both Catholics and Orthodox. The church is also famous for its library and archives and is considered calling card cities.

2 Church of St. Mary "in Punta" very small and unremarkable at first glance, built in 840. Previously, there was a rather large Benedictine monastery in Budva, but only a small church has survived. If during the walk you see that the doors to the church are open, do not hesitate to come in. Unfortunately, most often this church is locked and it is impossible to enter it.

3 Church of the Holy Trinity- This is an Orthodox church, built in 1804 at the numerous requests of believers. It is distinguished by the typical Byzantine style and monumentality of the structure.

Saint Nicholas Island

Saint Nicholas Island gets its name from a 16th-century church. Apart from it, there are no other buildings here - the island is completely uninhabited. Locals often call it Hawaii. Getting there is very simple: just take one of the boats that regularly run between Budva and the island. Such a pleasure costs about 5 euros in both directions.

By the way, readers of our blog and traveled to the island.

We invite you to admire the beaches on the island of St. Nicholas in the form of a three-dimensional panorama that can be rotated in all directions:

Mogren beaches (or rather the road to them)

One of the most beautiful beaches in the area. The road to the beaches from the Old Town will be especially pleasant. Just imagine: on the left there is a low cliff, on which they crash sea ​​waves, and rocks overhang to the right. To get to the beach you have to walk along a narrow path and even overcome a tiny grotto. All the way will be open amazing views to the Old Town and the island of St. Nicholas.

Beaches in Budva

There are three beaches directly in Budva:, and. On many sites you will find a description of Budva with a huge number of different beaches, but remember that you have to get on or . In our opinion, this is not always justified.

Slavic beach (Slovenska Plaza)

This is one of the largest and most spacious beaches in Budva. It has everything you might need: comfortable sunbeds (there were 10 euros each), changing cabins, a shower, WiFi (for an extra charge). There are a lot of restaurants, cafes, fast food and souvenir shops on the embankment. The beach itself is completely sandy and quite comfortable. The only negative is that there are usually a little more tourists here than free space. Of course, there are enough places on sunbeds, but vacationers with towels have to make room. So if you, like us, prefer to save a little on sunbeds (we sunbathed on towels), and instead visit a couple, you will have to come to the beach early. Although if you rested in Sudak, then you are no strangers. The number of tourists here is comparable rather with the New World (maybe a little more).

In the panorama shown here, the elite part. In reality, the sunbeds here are simpler and there are more tourists.

Mogren beaches

Very comfortable, albeit expensive. The sunbeds are straight here twice as expensive than on (for 20 euros), exactly the same with drinks and food. But this is more than offset by the amazing beauty of the place, and especially the roads to the beaches. The bottom of the beach is quite gentle, suitable for children. The water here is warmer and cleaner.

Beach near the Old Town of Budva

The smallest beach in Budva. In essence, it is not much different from. Well, except perhaps because the nearest souvenir shops and cafes are located in the Old Town. Almost half of the beach is separated for vacationers from nearby hotels. Instead of standard plastic sunbeds, wooden ones are installed there, umbrellas are also better. But the prices are several times higher. In general, in Budva You can find holidays for every budget.

Excursions from Budva

Budva is considered the most tourist city Montenegro, and therefore the most is offered here. We opted for Decided not to overload this article with photos, so if you are interested in the tour, just open it in a new window.

Bay of Kotor

One of the simplest and short excursions. In the morning we left by bus and almost immediately transferred to a small boat. We visited a church located on a man-made island. The church has a very interesting museum. Departing from the island, we admired the monastery on the island of St. George, which is very connected. The next stop was in the town of millionaires. Having sailed enough on the boat, we finally said goodbye to him on the pier - one of the most beautiful medieval cities in Montenegro, famous for its fortress walls (the second after the Great Wall of China).

Canyons of Tara and Moraca

I think it is the most beautiful and important excursion in Montenegro. It is also the most difficult - it will take about 14 hours to go. During the excursion we visited, drove along, made a short stop on and visited the national one. All the way we were accompanied by really amazing and picturesque landscapes. In general, I simply do not have words to describe the beauty we saw.

Monastery tour

I think that every sincere believer should visit this tour. We managed to visit monasteries and.

Journey Herceg Nova Bay

This is the most pleasant and calm of the excursions we have visited, which took place almost entirely on a small boat. The guides did not overload tourists with information, and there was practically no need to walk. We had breakfast right on the boat, and then visited the city, which is considered the botanical garden of Montenegro -. Then we jumped from the ship to two small boats right on the open sea. How experienced tourists, we immediately went to the bow, hung our legs overboard and enjoyed the ship's rolling and sea spray flying in the face. When we were taken to, we were soaked to the skin and were almost on the verge of euphoria. The tour continued with a visit to the previously closed presidential beach -. After that, we rode for a long time, we had lunch right on the boat and even swam in the open sea. In general, a lot of positive impressions.

Individual excursions in Montenegro from Budva

It is far from convenient and comfortable for everyone to get up early in the morning, ride huge tourist buses, attend standard excursions with guides hurrying somewhere and wait for fellow travelers who are always late.

If opportunities allow, you can take a closer look at from local residents or our compatriots who have long moved to Montenegro. It sometimes costs more, but the level of comfort is much higher: a car instead of a bus, a guide that adapts to your wishes, a flexible excursion program.

Of the huge number of sites that promise excursions from Budva, I would like to highlight three:

• We highly recommend this resource. Here are the most low prices and a very large selection of excursions in Montenegro. Before buying, you can discuss the details with the guide, get advice and make adjustments to the route. Since most of the excursions here are private, people work not only for money, but also for a good image.
• – Excursions here are a little more expensive, but there are very unusual and interesting options that you can’t buy at an agency and organize yourself.
• - here excursions look more expensive, but this is because

Most warm city Mediterranean, the largest tourist center of Montenegro, the center of historical monuments is Budva. The resort is located in the center of the Adriatic coast and is famous for wonderful beaches. The settlement is over 2500 years old and one of the oldest in the Adriatic.

Budva Riviera

Budva harmoniously combines antiquity and modern comfortable infrastructure. This small town divided into two parts. Historical sights are concentrated in the Old Town, new part is a modern tourist and entertainment center. Budva is considered the nightlife capital of the Eastern Adriatic.

The resort is compactly located along the coast, and all noteworthy places are within walking distance. The first thing to see in Budva is the Old Town, which enchants medieval architecture. Old buildings and fortress walls have been preserved here.

There are many cafes and souvenir shops in the Old Town.

You can walk all over Budva in half an hour walking along the Embankment. You should definitely visit the Central Market, the Slavic Quarter and take a walk around the surroundings, which are not only picturesque, but also keep traces of history.

A tourist booklet or a map of the city and its environs will help you plan your visits to interesting places. They are sold from all information trays and have descriptions in Russian.

Walk in the Old Town

Old Budva remembers Roman, Greek and Venetian rule. Each era has left its mark in the form of artifacts and architectural monuments. One of them is an old fortress built in the 9th century and then restored by the Venetians after an earthquake.

Today it is a museum complex protected by UNESCO. cultural objects and historical monuments:

• The streets and squares of the old town, which have preserved their medieval appearance. People still live in old houses made of hewn stone.
• The fortress walls, on which the traditional round towers and Venetian lions. Entrance to the wall is paid. So viewing platforms offers a magical view of the city, especially at sunset.
• The Catholic Church of St. John and the icon of Our Lady of Budva located in it.
• The citadel, dating back to 840, is considered one of the most significant monuments Mediterranean. Towers, loopholes, barracks (XIX century), stairs have been preserved here. Inside there is the most valuable unique library in Montenegro with old books and maps and the Maritime Museum.

One of the walls of the fortress is decorated with a bas-relief of intertwined fish - a symbol of the city of Budva.

Entrance to the Citadel is paid, but if the attendant at the entrance is warned that you are going to a restaurant located in the fortress, then money will not be taken from you.

The territory of the Old Town can be accessed through gates or openings in the walls made for the convenience of tourists. On the terrace of the English Pub cafe there is a very beautiful romantic place - “Doors to the Sea”. This is an opening in the fortress wall, decorated in the form of a door, from where a magnificent seascape opens.

Temples and museums of Old Budva

On the territory of Old Budva there are several old temples. Some of them are closed to the public:

• Orthodox Church of the Holy Trinity. You should definitely see the gilded baroque iconostasis decorated with frescoes.
• Catholic Church of St. Mary on the Cape.
• Church of St. Sava - the founder of the Serbian Orthodox Church.

The last two temples are closed to visitors. Another attraction is the Archaeological (City) Museum, which contains artifacts from four great cultures - Slavic, Greek, Byzantine and Roman. These are dishes, jewelry, coins and the most valuable exhibit - the first all-metal product of antiquity - an Illyrian helmet made of bronze.

It is worth going to the Gallery of Modern Art, located near the City Museum. It houses an extensive collection of works by artists of the former Yugoslavia.

Old Budva is a venue for cultural events. Literary festivals are held on the Poets Square, theater festivals are held in front of the Holy Trinity Church.

The surroundings of Budva are interesting not only historical monuments but also beautiful nature.

lovers hiking easily reach the Mogren fortress. It is located on a hill between the beaches of Jaz and Mogren, about a kilometer from the city.

Leads to the fortress scenic road, with which you can take beautiful photos of the city, beaches and the sea.

Fortress Mogren - not excursion object, so the place is sparsely populated, one might say secluded.

The most beautiful place on the Adriatic - cozy beaches framed by mountains and rare islands along the coast - this Bay of Kotor, natural complex, consisting of several small picturesque bays connected by canals.

Quiet, not at all a party town of Perast is a real treasure trove. There are 19 baroque palaces and temples here. You can walk on it only on foot - automobile transport banned here. It is located 7 km from Budva, you can get to it by regular bus.

Orthodox monastery Podmaine

At the northern tip of the city of Budva is an Orthodox monastery. It is called differently - Podmaine, Podostrog, Podmaine. The time of foundation of the monastery itself is unknown, but the Church of the Assumption of Our Lady dates back to the middle of the 17th century. The monastery is an active religious object.

trip to the lakes

With a tour or on your own in a rented car, you can ride to the picturesque lakes - Piva and Skadar. Lake Piva is a man-made freshwater body of water surrounded by the beautiful Piva Mountains.

Skadar Lake (the largest in Montenegro) is located on the territory national park. On the lake you can ride a pleasure boat, go fishing and just take a walk in the park. In the vicinity there are several medieval monasteries and workshops for copying church books.

Islands near Budva

Being in Budva, you should not miss the opportunity to visit the island-hotel Sveti Stefan. The fishermen, who had lived here since the Middle Ages, were evicted to the mainland in the middle of the last century, built an isthmus and turned the island into luxury resort where Hollywood celebrities love to visit.

The island of Sveti Nikola, one and a half kilometers from Budva, attracts tourists with the famous beach of Hawaii. There's a mass here water activities and good fish restaurants.

Excursion to the canyons

One of the most impressive excursions in Montenegro is a trip to the Moraca and Tara canyons. It takes all day and leaves a lasting impression on mountain nature and stunning views. Canyons are located in the northern part of the country, so the path to them lies almost through the whole of Montenegro. The tour includes visiting several monasteries.

Where to have fun in Budva

In small Budva there is no question where to go to have fun. Dozens of nightclubs and discos blow up the atmosphere resort town incendiary dances and roaring music. Beach parties are popular in the town, and Russian parties are held every Friday near the walls of the Old Town in the art cafe "Khorosho".

During the day, you can go to the water park, take a walk along the Slavic quarter - the main pedestrian street of Budva. There are many cafes, mini-markets and shops. Zelena Pjaca is a city market where you can fully experience the local flavor, despite the fact that almost all traders speak Russian.

Budva Montenegro - city view

The city of Budva, located in the central part Adriatic coast, is considered one of the oldest settlements in Montenegro - its foundation dates back to the VI century BC. The first mention of a settlement in this place is found in the manuscripts of the ancient Greek poet and tragedian Sophocles. According to the assumption of most archaeologists, the age of the city is more than 2500 years. Each historical landmark here is shrouded in many myths and legends. Walking along the narrow streets of the city, travelers will not remain indifferent to churches, squares and majestic mansions built several hundred years ago.

The modern resort of Budva is one of the most popular destinations tourism in Montenegro. Today, about 17 thousand local residents live in the city, and the number of travelers flooding it with the beginning of the beach season reaches almost 400 thousand people. Visitors to the city are attracted not only cultural heritage this area, but also more than three dozen beaches located along the coast Adriatic Sea, an abundance of restaurants, clubs, cafes and all kinds of shops. Almost all best hotels And hotel complexes located in Budva. The surroundings of the city form the Budva Riviera, which has become the largest and most popular tourist center in Montenegro.

A large-scale earthquake in 1979 that hit the region destroyed more than 1,000 architectural monuments, and some settlements of the country were completely wiped off the face of the earth. However, after a while, most of the main attractions of Budva were restored to their original form, and today this resort is considered one of most beautiful cities countries with mass ancient buildings, beautiful nature and big amount entertainment.

The main direction of the economy is tourism, the development of which began in the first half of the last century. State language in Budva is Montenegrin, however, due to a large number Serbs living in the city, the Serbian language also became widespread. The vast majority of the inhabitants of Budva are Orthodox Christians, there is also a Catholic community.

Climatic features

The climate in the region is classic Mediterranean with a lot of sunny days, low humidity and long bathing season. Warm summer weather gives way to mild winter - in July the thermometers rise to +22…+25⁰C, in January the air temperature is kept at +9…+12⁰C. However, despite the fact that the climate of Budva is considered to be one of the most favorable in Montenegro, the weather here is often unpredictable: in the middle of summer it can get colder, and in winter, to the delight of children, it suddenly snows.

Officially beach season in Budva it starts in June, and its end is in mid-September. Many locals and tourists start sunbathing already in May, when the air warms up to +20⁰C. The water temperature in Budva at this time is about +17…+19⁰C, and only by the middle of summer the sea warms up to a comfortable +23…+25⁰C. If you are planning beach holiday with small children, it is worth bearing in mind that such warm water as in the resorts of Africa and Asia it does not happen here.

September is considered velvet season- the air becomes cooler, and the sea has not cooled down yet, the number of tourists is decreasing. At the same time, silence in the resort should still not be expected - most of the night discos and entertainment venues open until mid-autumn.

Transport accessibility

nearest major international Airport is located 20 kilometers in the city. IN summer season he takes both regular and charter flights from Moscow and other regions of our country. You can get to Budva by bus or taxi.

Most major airport Montenegro, carrying out both internal and international routes, located in the city. From there, you can get to Budva by taxi, bus or rented car, covering a distance of 60 kilometers.

The city has a well-established bus service with all resorts on the Montenegrin coast, there are also regular flights on international destinations.

The internal transport of the city is represented by buses and taxis. In the summer season, travelers for self-organized excursions around Budva and its environs require a car rental service.

The beaches of Budva

The main city beach of Budva is Slavyansky, which got its name during the Nazi occupation - then, in order to avoid conflicts between vacationers from Slovakia and Germany, the beaches were divided. Today the beach is accessible to everyone, there are playgrounds, a pier and water slides, a shower, a changing room, a toilet, rent of umbrellas, sun loungers and equipment for aquatic species sports. There are cafes and restaurants along the entire promenade. Most of the Slavic beach is pebbly, but there are small areas with coarse sand.

Mogren beach, divided by a rock into 2 bays Mogren-1 and Mogren-2, is very popular with both locals and guests of the city. The transition between the beaches is carried out on the bridge over the cliff. Distinctive feature this place is the cleanest sea ​​water and coarse sand, poured for convenience over pebbles. You can get here only on foot from the Old Budva area. Mogren Beach is fully equipped for recreation: on its territory there are changing rooms, showers and toilets. Sun loungers and umbrellas can be rented upon request. You can have a bite to eat in the cafes located here. The majority of holidaymakers are families with children.

Becici - sand and pebble beach located in a small resort village in the vicinity of Budva, has a large length and clear sea. The beach is equipped with a shower, toilet and changing cabins, it is possible to rent sun loungers and umbrellas. Nearby is the promenade lined with hotels, cafes and souvenir shops. From the Old Budva area, you can walk to the beach or take a bus. Perfect for holidays with children.

Rafailovici is a bay in the village of the same name, located next to Becici. The beach here is sandy with rare large pebbles, well equipped, with all the necessary infrastructure for recreation. Along the coast stretched promenade with shops and cafes.

Literally a few minutes walk is the Kamenevo beach, separated into an independent bay, which can be reached through a tunnel in the rock separating Rafailovichi. Since there are no hotels and no housing in Kamenevo, it is less crowded. However, the beach is also equipped with a changing room, sun loungers and umbrellas that can be rented, a cafe, a restaurant and free parking. You can get here by bus from Budva. The beach is completely pebbly, so the water, even in the coastal line, is very clean with a beautiful turquoise hue. Kamenevo is considered one of the best beaches on the Budva Riviera.

Old Budva

The heart of Budva, where the main historical sights are concentrated, is the Old Town, which is a medieval quarter on a rocky peninsula, with towers and high walls and gates surrounding them. As a rule, it is from here that most tourists begin their acquaintance with ancient city, surrounded by huge boulders from the Adriatic Sea. Hikers will appreciate the centuries-old narrow streets and small squares surrounded by cafes, restaurants and bars. The historical part of the city was badly damaged by the 1979 earthquake and it took almost 10 years to restore everything anew.

Budva is famous for its ancient religious buildings. On Starogradskaya Square, in the center of Old Budva, 4 churches were located at the same time.

The Church of St. John, belonging to the Catholic denomination, dates back to the 7th century. In the 17th century, the temple was rebuilt and only the foundation remained from the original building. The bell tower towering above the city was erected only in the 19th century. The church has a rich interior decoration with old icons. The most valuable is the painting depicting the Virgin Mary with the baby Jesus, dating from the 13th century. Budva Mother of God is the patroness of the city.

Nearby is the Orthodox Church of the Holy Trinity, which stands out from total number medieval buildings with its "youth" - its construction is attributed to 1804. Despite its small age, it is this church of Old Budva, erected in the traditional Byzantine style, that attracts tourists the most. Main entrance The temple is decorated with a beautiful mosaic depicting the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. The picture almost completely copies the medieval icon of the Russian painter Andrei Rublev. The pride of the religious monastery is the gilded iconostasis, made in the Baroque style by the Greek Naom Zetiri at the end of the 19th century.

The other side of the square is occupied by the Catholic Church of St. Mary "in punta" - on the cape. The construction of the church by Benedictine monks dates back to the 9th century. This building is considered the oldest in Budva. Interior spaces The cloisters are decorated with ancient frescoes and paintings. Currently, the temple is not active. Thanks to excellent acoustics, classical music concerts are often held here.

Another one of the oldest Orthodox churches city ​​- the Church of St. Sava, is very close. The foundation of the shrine dates back to 1141. It received its name not by chance - according to legend, it was from this place that Saint Sava of Serbia began his pilgrimage to Jerusalem. The temple is not active, but inside it there are remains of ancient frescoes dating back to the 12th century.

Along with medieval churches, the Citadel, which has been protecting the city since the 10th century, is very popular. During its history, the fortress, located on the very high point city, experienced more than one destruction and was rebuilt many times. The building that appears before tourists today was erected in the first half of the 19th century. There is a beautiful view from the walls of the ford. Currently, the castle annually holds a theater festival in July-August, during which tourists can see various performances and listen to live music. A visit to the fortress is paid, but the price includes a tour of the maritime museum and the library, with a collection of old books about the Balkans.

If you think that there is nothing to see in New Budva, then you are greatly mistaken. The lack of historical sights here is compensated by a large number of entertainments. All hotels, hotel complexes, shopping and entertainment centers, restaurants and cafes are located here.

The symbol of Budva is a sculpture of a ballerina made of bronze, located between the Old Town and Mogren Beach. According to legend, the sailor's bride waited every day for her betrothed, who never returned from the voyage. The girl came ashore in anticipation of her beloved every day until her death. This monument is a symbol of devotion and love; tourists make wishes near it.

Must visit city ​​embankment- quiet and calm during the day and completely transformed in the light of the lights of Budva at night. The most popular disco on Slavyansky beach - here the fun does not subside until dawn.

Aquapark Budva is a separate city with many attractions, sports grounds, slides, swimming pools, cafes and restaurants. This largest center water entertainment on the Adriatic coast, accommodating up to 6000 visitors. There is a well-organized rescue service and a medical center on the territory, everyone can take memorable photos in the photo booth. In view of large sizes water park, its construction was organized outside the city. You can get here by bus from the center of Budva.

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A small town founded in the 6th century BC. - one of the oldest settlements on the Adriatic Sea. For the first time, it is mentioned in the records of the ancient Greek tragedian Sophocles. Therefore, even sophisticated lovers of antiquities will find something to see in Budva.

The earthquake of 1979 destroyed many buildings, but subsequently almost all the main sights of Budva were scrupulously restored to their original form. One of the most beautiful resorts country is famous for its beautiful nature, great choice elegant old buildings and a variety of entertainment.

Undoubtedly the most big interest guests of Montenegro are evoked by the historical part of Budva, the so-called Stari Grad. It is surrounded by thick stone walls, behind which hides amazing beauty a town where the past harmoniously intertwines with the present.

Walking through the labyrinth of picturesque narrow streets of Old Budva, you can see ancient churches, beautiful squares and magnificent luxury mansions. Among the religious sights of Budva, the ruins of an ancient basilica built in the 5th century take pride of place. The building was almost completely destroyed, but archaeologists managed to save the mosaic, which is over 1500 years old.

In the very center of Old Budva, on a small Starogradskaya square, there are four churches at once. catholic church St. John is usually dated to the 7th century, although, in fact, only the foundation remained from its original. The rest of the part was rebuilt in the 17th century, during the times of the Venetian Republic. The bell tower towering above the rest of the buildings, the chime of which can be heard even in the New Town, was completed even later, in the 19th century.

Literally a few meters away Orthodox Church Holy Trinity, Byzantine style. It was erected in 1804; the iconostasis created by a Greek icon painter is noteworthy.

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On the other side of the square stands the Church of St. Mary "in punta" (on the cape), its construction took place in the 9th century. Unique religious artifacts are stored here, and inside the building is decorated with paintings and ancient frescoes. Unfortunately, this temple is not currently active, as is the nearby Church of St. Sava, built in 1141. All these shrines were built in different time and in different styles, however, give the impression of a harmonious architectural ensemble.

Museum and Citadel

For those interested in history, a must see Archaeological Museum in the Old City. It has collected more than 3 thousand exhibits, aged from 2500 to 300 years, which can tell a lot about the history of Budva and Montenegro.

By the way, the excavations continue, and each time they find new evidence of a rich historical past. Recently, the ruins of a Roman and Greek necropolis with ceramics and precious jewelry have been discovered. The discovery has become one of the most significant archaeological events in Europe in recent years.

One of the main attractions of Budva - Citadel, which repeatedly defended the city from invaders. The first fortifications were erected in the 10th century. For my thousand years of history the building was repeatedly destroyed almost to the ground, but each time it was rebuilt. The citadel in its present form was built at the beginning of the 19th century.

From the walls of the fortress offers a wonderful view. Here you can spend hours looking at Budva spread out below and into the endless sea distance. A few kilometers away you can see the island of St. Nicholas, it is also called the local Hawaii, and a little further you can see the silhouette of a luxurious, important landmark of Montenegro.

Entrance to the fortress is paid, 2 euros, the price includes a visit maritime museum and libraries with old books about the Balkans, in different languages.

The main legend of Budva

On the bas-relief of the Citadel, you can see two fish holding each other by the tail. This is not just a stone tablet, it is a symbol of Budva. An urban legend tells a touching love story between the poor stonemason Marco and the beautiful Elena, from a noble family.

Elena's parents were against their union, and then the lovers jumped into the sea from a cliff, holding hands. Barely touching the water, the couple turned into two fish, and one of the witnesses of this miracle said: “ Ko jedno nek budu dva", which literally translated from Montenegrin means" Let two be as one».

According to the same legend, the name of the city came from the last two words ( budu dva - Budva). Later, a stone slab was found in Marco's house, on which two intertwined fish were carved. The image was immured into the wall of the city's Citadel, and since then, according to legend, everyone who touches it will make their love strong as a stone.

New town

There is something to see in modern Budva. Literally a couple of tens of meters from the walls of the Old City, the embankment begins with a pier, along which moored with the flags of many countries. In the evenings, the picture is transformed, beautiful lights are turned on, and fishermen who return from the sea and take out their daily catch add local color.

Between Stari Grad and Mogren Beach is another attraction of Budva: a bronze sculpture of a dancer, or a ballerina, as she is more commonly called. A tragic legend is also associated with her, this time about the bride of a sailor who once did not return from a long voyage.

The girl came ashore every day and peered into the distance, hoping to see the ship of her beloved on the horizon, but he still did not return. Months passed, then years, and one day the dancer, who had been faithful to her betrothed all this time, died on the shore from longing. The sculpture is considered one of the symbols of Budva, as well as a symbol of love and devotion. Many make wishes near her.

In general, the lack of historical sights in New Budva is more than compensated by the presence of a large selection of various recreational areas. In the modern part there are hotels, entertainment and shopping centers, restaurants and cafes.

An ideal place for a family pastime is an amusement park with a wide range of attractions, swimming pools and water slides. Night club « Trocadero» will appeal to fans of energetic dances and costume parties. One of the most popular discos in the city is located on the Slavic beach. The music here does not stop until dawn.

Vicinities of Budva

Among the sights in the vicinity of Budva, it is worth highlighting the current Podmaine Monastery, built in the 15th century. The temple is located in picturesque place, on a hill, within walking distance of the Old Town.

In general, the highlight of the Budva Riviera, in fact, is precisely the abundance of ancient churches and monasteries, shrouded in a halo of historical mystery and surrounded by marvelous landscapes. Montenegro is known as a country rich in temples, they are scattered throughout the territory. Only along the coast in the vicinity of Budva there are eight of them, from the thirteenth to the eighteenth century.

An equally important historical landmark of Budva is the Mogren Castle surrounded by high stone walls, or rather, what is left of it. From its observation decks a beautiful view of the city opens. True, getting to it is not very convenient. Mogren Beach is located near the castle, along which you can find many souvenir shops and restaurants.

Budva is like Moscow in Russia - noisy, active and "non-rubber". Montenegrin Budva is criticized, but still every year this city collects a huge number of tourists. We were lucky - the first time we rested in Budva back in 2011 and it was more calm, cheap city. Currently, Budva is very much built up. Soon there will be no free space here: huge anthill hotels are being built. Every piece of land is occupied with something.

If you like action, discos and nightlife, then, most likely, you will like it in Budva, but get ready to look for your “place in the sun” on the beach.

But we will not talk about sad things, let's return to the main topic of today's conversation - the sights of Budva.

Among the sights we will consider:

Well, in order to better navigate, we traditionally lay out a map of Budva with marked sights.

Sights of Budva on the map:

Old city and fortress

View of Old city Budva and fortress.

The Old Town of Budva is not much inferior to the Old Town in Kotor. Yes, it is a little smaller, but there are the same narrow pleasant streets, expensive restaurants, churches, souvenir shops. But the main attraction here is the Citadel (fortress), from which the whole of Budva is visible.

Entrance to the fortress is paid - 3 € per person. Inside there is a large library with a collection of old books in different languages, a collection of coins, paintings and pottery.

But the main thing is the view that opens from the top of the fortress. We advise you to go up here in the evening to see Budva at sunset or the starry night sky.

Photo of old Budva from the fortress.

Houses in the old town of Budva. By the way, local residents live in these houses, and some of them are hotels and hostels. But we do not recommend renting a house here, because. in the evenings in the old city a lot of people. The buildings are old, and the rental prices are going through the roof.

View of a part of the fortress wall, concerts and festivals often take place here.

The streets of the old town are a visiting card and one of the main attractions of Budva.

There are many cafes, shops and souvenir shops.

A small museum in the fortress with a library.

The museum presents mainly dishes and models of old ships with cannons.

Embankment of Budva

The embankment of Budva is very long, duplicated by a footpath with cafes and parks. The embankment starts from the old town and ends with a pedestrian tunnel that connects Budva with Becici.

There are a lot of cafes and restaurants on the waterfront for every taste and budget. In the evening, tables, soft pillows and candles are placed on the beach.

Near the old Budva there are many sightseeing boats that work as a taxi or individual excursions. Also moored here expensive yachts premium.

A section of the embankment near the old town and the citadel.

If you walk to the right from the old town of Budva to Mogren beach, you can see another attraction - a monument to a ballerina or dancer, who always has a lot of people who want to be photographed. It offers a beautiful view of the citadel and the old city.

We also decided to touch the beautiful ....

And this is the path leading to Mogren Beach (but about it in the next article).

In the evening, tables are set up on the promenade and part of the beach.

Saint Nicholas Island (Hawaii)

This is another attraction of Montenegrin Budva. The island of St. Nicholas or Hawaii can be reached by boat from the Slavic beach.

Trip price:

3 € - round trip;
5 € - round-trip + a circle around St. Stephen with an inspection of the Budvar Riviera from the water.

The island itself is small, has several beaches.

There are only 2 cafes on the territory, there are no shops. Prices in cafes are more expensive than in the city.

You can spend the whole day on the beach. The cost of 2 sun loungers + umbrella is from 10€ to 15€. This figure may vary from season to season.

You can’t walk deep into the island - everything is blocked by fences, so here you can only swim, sunbathe and jump from rocks (entertainment for extreme people).

The beaches are pebbly, there are large stones in the water, it is better to take special shoes.

The water on the island seemed colder to us than on the city beaches of Budva.

There is a lot of shade on the island from the rocks, so you can do without umbrellas.

Another beach on the island.

The water on the island is cleaner than on the beaches of Budva, but colder.

Prices and timetables for boats to the island of St. Nicholas. The €4 option is just a walk along Sveti Stefan, they don't drop you off.

St Stephen's Island

Another main attraction of Budva is the island of St. Stephen. Despite the fact that the island is already outside of Budva, it is still the hallmark of Budva. And by the way, you can walk to Sveti Stefan. The road will take about 2 hours at a leisurely pace (8 km from the old town). We reached Sveti Stefan twice on foot, and went back by bus to Budva.

St. Stephen from the observation deck (by the way, the island is very capricious for filming, we went to it three times to take photos, the island is often in a haze or in the shade).

Photo of the island of Sveti Stefan from the beach.

Near the island there is a small beautiful pine park.

....And sand beach with sunbeds for 100 euros!!!

On the map is an approximate route, how you can get from Budva to Sveti Stefan.

Read more about Saint Stephen in our next article.

And now we will tell a little about the entertainment for adults and children that is in Budva.

Aquapark Budva

Budva Aquapark. Prices depend on the season and duration of the visit. Children under 100 cm in height are admitted free of charge.

Here are the prices in the photos:

Opening hours: from 10:00 to 19:00 in July and August, and from 10:00 to 18:00 in June and September. Yes, the season in Montenegro is not very long. Wi-Fi paid - 1 € per day. Has its own parking.

Slides for adults in the Budva water park.

Children's pool with slides in the water park.

It takes only 10 minutes to drive from the old town of Budva to the water park.

Attractions and discos

In the evenings in Budva, attractions begin to work on the embankment. Basically, these are various swings-carousels for children. Adults can ride on the circuit. Discos are also starting to work right on the waterfront.

Music for an amateur, loud swotting.

The entrance is free. The girls are actively trying to invite passers-by. Dancers are dancing on the bar counters. All clubs/bars/restaurants located on the waterfront are open until 12 midnight. Then everything is quiet.

Nightclub Budva under the open sky.

And of course, one should not lose sight of, in our opinion, a very important attraction of Budva and Montenegro as a whole - the beaches, which we will discuss in more detail in the next article.

In the meantime, we wish you all a pleasant stay!