Is it worth it to go to Montenegro from Dubrovnik?

Dubrovnik is perfectly positioned to visit neighbouring Balkan countries, like Bosnia and Herzegovina and Montenegro. And a Montenegro day trip from Dubrovnik is one of the must-dos on your itinerary for Croatia and will help you to escape the busyness of the daytime streets!



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There are two border crossings from Croatia into Montenegro, Kobila and Debeli Brijeg, with Debeli Brijeg being the most used. Be warned that long waiting times at the border are not unusual during the summer months.

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Both are beautiful, but Montenegro is still a little rougher around the edges in terms of tourist development, infrastructure, etc.

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There is no railway connection between Croatia and Montenegro. You have to take the bus on the route from Split and Dubrovnik along the Adriatic coast to Montenegro with destination Kotor, Bar and Podgorica. The journey time from Dubrovnik to Bar by bus is about 3,5 hours.

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Dubrovnik a small town, so unless you plan to take day trips to islands or other attractions nearby, two days is the perfect amount of time to get to know this ancient city. (If you're interested in seeing on overview of our entire 2 week itinerary in Croatia, I've written up a summary of our trip here.

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Located to the south west of Croatia, Montenegro is an untapped gem of a destination. Arguably one of the most picturesque countries in the Balkans, it's easily accessible at just a 40 minute transfer from Croatia's Dubrovnik Airport.

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Tourists have been overcharged at bars and clubs ('gentlemen's clubs'), sometimes by thousands of Euros, and threatened with violence if they will not pay. Pickpockets operate in tourist areas. Avoid carrying large sums of cash, do not leave valuables unattended and use hotel safes if possible.

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Split is more relaxed and fun, centrally located, offering more day trip options, better nightlife, and slightly cheaper prices than Dubrovnik. Dubrovnik is one of the most beautiful walled cities in the world, very elegant, with better beaches and hotels than Split. Both towns are must-visit places in Croatia.

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