Sights
Kotor old town
A tight maze of stone lanes and small squares inside the walls, with churches, palaces and cafés at every turn. Easy to explore without a map, and easy to lose track of time.
6 things within 20 minutes of the ship in Kotor
For short stops, hot days and anyone who'd rather not watch the clock. Times are from the Port of Kotor cruise berth.
Sights
Church of St Nicholas
An early 20th-century Orthodox church on one of the old town's main squares, with a richly decorated interior. Dress modestly.
Food & drink
Town market
The town's produce market just outside the walls near the waterfront, with local cheese, smoked ham, fruit, olive oil and honey.
Sights
Cathedral of St Tryphon
Kotor's Romanesque cathedral, with twin towers, old frescoes and a treasury. A small entry fee applies; times vary with services, so check locally.
Beaches & parks
Kotor town beach
A small pebble beach about 10 minutes' walk north along the waterfront, handy for a swim with a view back to the walls.
Sights
City walls and St John's Fortress (San Giovanni)
A steep stepped path zigzags up the walls to the fortress high above the town, passing a small church on the way, with superb views over the bay. Ticket booths open daily from March to November (7:00–20:00 in peak season, shorter hours otherwise); entrances are at the north and south ends of the old town.