Kotor Blog & Guides
Local tips, seasonal guides, and the best of Kotor. From the people who know it best.
10 Cycling Routes in Kotor
Ten cycling routes around the Bay of Kotor, from flat coastal rides between Perast and Prčanj to the Vrmac ridge climb and Lovćen serpentine, plus bike hire.
Kotor Directory
6 Mar 2026 · 21 min read
Palaces of Kotor Old Town
A guide to the palaces of Kotor Old Town, shaped by medieval Slavic, Italian and Venetian influence, and how the word palata took hold within the walls.
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26 Jan 2026 · 7 min read
Churches of Kotor Old Town
A guide to the churches of Kotor Old Town, from its medieval bishopric to the cathedrals, chapels and monastic buildings woven through the walled streets.
Kotor Directory
25 Jan 2026 · 8 min read
How the Bay of Kotor Is Shaped: Geography, Settlements, and Access
How geography shaped the Bay of Kotor, where steep limestone slopes meet narrow waters, limiting buildable land and forming its settlements and access.
Kotor Directory
22 Jan 2026 · 3 min read
How to Use Kotor Directory: Locations, Categories, and What They Mean
How Kotor Directory is organised by location, category and function, so you can see where places belong around the Bay of Kotor and find them more easily.
Kotor Directory
22 Jan 2026 · 5 min read
Settlements of the Bay of Kotor: A Structural Overview
An overview of the settlement types around the Bay of Kotor, from fortified urban centres to coastal villages shaped by terrain and access to the sea.
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22 Jan 2026 · 4 min read
The Bay of Kotor as a Network of Settlements
Why the Bay of Kotor never became one city but a network of settlements, with Kotor a fortified commune among independent coastal and island communities.
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22 Jan 2026 · 4 min read
Why So Many Places Near Kotor Aren’t Actually in Kotor
Why many places linked with Kotor were never actually part of it, and how the town’s historic walls and boundaries still shape identity around the bay.
Kotor Directory
22 Jan 2026 · 3 min read
15 Beautiful Places to Experience in Kotor Bay
Fifteen places to experience around Kotor Bay, from the medieval Old Town and Perast to quiet waterfront villages, mountain viewpoints and local corners.
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15 Jan 2026 · 18 min read
Things to Do in Kotor: Local Experiences Around the Bay
Things to do in Kotor beyond the Old Town walls, from bay boat trips to fortress trails and local experiences for families, couples and independent travellers.
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4 Jan 2026 · 6 min read
Five Reasons to Choose Local When Visiting Kotor Bay
Five reasons to choose local guides, hosts and businesses around Kotor Bay, from deeper stories and context to authentic food, traditions and quiet corners.
Kotor Directory
19 Dec 2025 · 5 min read
Hidden Gems of Kotor Bay: Explore Local Shops, Cafés & Services
Hidden corners of Kotor Bay beyond the fortress and Old Town squares: local shops, quiet cafes and everyday services to find once the cruise crowds thin.
Kotor Directory
19 Dec 2025 · 5 min read
Welcome to Kotor Bay: Your Guide to Local Discoveries
A local guide to Kotor Bay, where limestone mountains meet calm Adriatic water, with things to see, eat and do for families, couples and budget travellers.
Kotor Directory
19 Dec 2025 · 5 min read