Cheap holiday Kotor
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Kotor is a UNESCO-listed old town on the Adriatic coast of Montenegro, enclosed between steep mountains and a stunning bay. Medieval city walls, Venetian palaces and crystal-clear water. Fly from Amsterdam Schiphol to Tivat, a week from approx. €730 per person.
✈️ Plan your trip to Kotor →Updated on 3 August 2026
When is the best time to go?
May, June and September: 24 to 28 degrees, dry and less crowded than the peak months of July and August. In July and August Kotor fills up, but the water is perfect and the evenings are lively. October is quiet and pleasantly warm at around 22 degrees.
The best areas to stay in Kotor
- Stari Grad The medieval old town within the walls. Central, atmospheric and everything within walking distance; ideal for a city break without a car.
- Dobrota Quiet coastal villages just outside the city walls, great combined with a rental car to explore the bay.
- Perast A picturesque bay village 15 km away with views of the islet Gospa od Skrpjela; quieter and more romantic.
- Budva A well-known resort 20 km away with its own city beach; livelier and slightly cheaper than Kotor itself.
- Risan The quietest village on the bay, for travellers escaping the crowds.
Top 5 things to do in Kotor
- Climb the city walls Over 1,350 steps to Fort San Giovanni with a spectacular panorama over the entire bay; entry €8. Tip: go early morning to avoid the heat.
- Cathedral of Saint Tryphon A Romanesque-Gothic masterpiece from the 12th century in the heart of the old town; entry €4.
- Boat trip to Gospa od Skrpjela Ferry from Perast for €1 to the man-made islet with the famous Baroque church; entry €2.
- Exploring Stari Grad Venetian palaces, squares and cafes inside the medieval walls. Free to enter; the atmosphere comes with the coffee.
- Lovćen National Park A 1,660-metre mountain peak with the mausoleum of poet-prince Njegos and breathtaking views; entry €11 per person.
Flights + transport from the Netherlands
TUI fly operates 2 flights per week from Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) to Tivat (TIV) in about 2 hours 40, on Wednesdays and Sundays, from approx. €160 return. There is no direct flight from Eindhoven; allow for a connection via a European hub. Taxi from Tivat to Kotor costs €25 to 40. To explore the bay and surroundings by car, rent locally via DiscoverCars at Tivat.
What does a holiday to Kotor cost?
Apartments and guesthouses €40-75 per night, mid-range hotels €70-120. Food is affordable: meal at a simple restaurant €8-12, terrace restaurant near the square €15-20. City walls €8, Lovćen National Park €11. Budget approx. €730 per person for a week including flight and accommodation.
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Frequently asked questions about Kotor
When is the best time to visit Kotor?
May, June and September: 24 to 28 degrees, dry and less crowded than the peak months of July and August.
Which area is best to stay in Kotor?
Stari Grad, the medieval old town: central, atmospheric and within walking distance of all sights.
How do I get to Kotor from the Netherlands?
TUI fly operates 2 flights per week from Amsterdam Schiphol to Tivat (TIV) in about 2 hours 40. No direct flight from Eindhoven. Taxi from the airport to Kotor costs €25 to 40.
What does a holiday to Kotor cost?
From approx. €730 per person for a week including flight; apartments €40-75 per night, restaurants €8-15 per meal and city walls €8.
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