Top 5 Must Do's in Budva

Budva is the coastal gem in Montenegro’s impressive crown and a popular tourist hub cheered for its white sandy beaches and elegant medieval architecture. The Budva Must Do's guide offers visitors an interesting peek into the hotspots and activities that shape the identity of this naturally blessed destination.

1. Budva’s beautiful beaches

The best attraction for tourists in Budva are its idyllic and alluringly beautiful beaches that look resplendent in the glow of the day and sparkle seductively at night. Mogren is the most frequented beach for its enchanting location between huge cliffs and pathways leading to the old town. Other beaches worth visiting are Pizana Slovenska and Ričardova Glava. Budva’s beaches provide an excellent backdrop for some superlative photography, so don’t forget to carry your cameras along.

2. The historic center

Budva boasts of a quaint and pleasantly exotic historic center that is a faction of the old town extending all the way to form a bay-side promenade. The tiny narrow streets and compact squares along with medieval monuments like Church of St. Ivan, Church of St Bogorodica, Citadel and Church of St. Trojica add a charming antediluvian appeal to the region.

3. Experience Budva’s famous nightlife

You can’t go to Budva and not be stimulated by its infectiously exuberant nightlife. There are innumerable terrace bars and roadside cafes that enticingly line-up the entire Budva Riveria and play all genres of music from rock and trance to techno and jazz. Cuban music is another favorite along with pulsating local hits. The bars are packed with tourists in summers and serve some delicious local snacks as well. Grab a beer and perch yourself on a terrace café while enjoying a charming view of the bustling street below. Very 1920’s Paris.    

4. The Stari Grad

This is a landmark monument located in the older quarter of the town and gives a distinct impression of being a towering fortress that existed in the Ottomans era. Worth watching for its strategically designed medieval architecture and high enclosed walls.

5.  A glimpse of Budva’s ancient archeology

The Archeological Museum is a great place for anthropology buffs looking to unearth the wonders of Budva’s rich historical legacy. There are hundreds of exhibits, spread across three floors, that range from traditional costumes and ethnic furniture to ancient weapons and everyday items from Budva’s history.

Budva is an odyssey of natural beauty, ancient architectural wealth and a throbbing nightlife that is surprisingly not intimidated by the town’s orthodox identity.