Montenegro is a stunning Balkan country featuring dramatic Adriatic coastline, medieval towns, and rugged mountains. From the UNESCO-listed Bay of Kotor to the beaches of Budva, Montenegro offers remarkable natural beauty and rich cultural heritage in a compact, accessible destination.
Family activities
Engaging experiences for travellers of every age.
Black Lake Loop, Durmitor
Easy flat circular walk around a stunning glacial lake through ancient forest with rowboat hire available. Perfect first mountain experience for young children with beautiful scenery.
Duration: 1.5 hours
Kotor Fortress Cats and Walls
Children love discovering the hundreds of cats that live in Kotor Old Town, and the 1,350-step fortress climb is an adventure for older kids with amazing bay views at the top.
Duration: 2-3 hours
Bay of Kotor Boat Tour to Our Lady of the Rocks
Short boat ride from Perast to visit the island church, learning the legend of seamen who built the island over centuries. Easy and fascinating for children who love stories and boat rides.
Duration: 3-4 hours
Tara River Rafting (family section)
The lower Tara Canyon has gentler sections suitable for families with children 7+. Professional guides, all equipment provided, riverside barbecue lunch included in most packages.
Duration: Full day
Aqua Park Budva
Water park with slides of varying intensity near Budva including gentle sections for toddlers and thrilling drops for older children. Lifeguards throughout, food on site.
Duration: Half to full day
Lake Skadar Boat Tour
Gentle boat tour through water lily fields spotting pelicans, herons, and cormorants. Children enjoy wildlife spotting and the monastery island visit. Very calm waters suitable for all ages.
Duration: 2-3 hours
Adventure Park Lovćen (Zip-lining)
Multiple zip-line runs and rope course elements in Lovćen National Park with mountain views. Suitable for children 6+ with minimum weight requirements. Safe and well-supervised.
Duration: 2-3 hours
Sea Kayaking from Herceg Novi
Guided sea kayak tour exploring Luštica coves, sea caves, and the Blue Grotto accessible only by water. Children 8+ welcome with no prior experience needed. Equipment and instruction provided.
Duration: Half day
Family-friendly hotels
Accommodation designed with families in mind.
Iberostar Herceg Novi
The best all-inclusive family resort in Montenegro with dedicated kids clubs (ages 4-12), multiple pools including a children's pool, private beach, entertainment programme, and comprehensive meal plans eliminating dining decisions.
Family features: Kids Club 4-12, teen programme, multiple pools, all-inclusive dining, beach
Hotel Budva
Central beachfront hotel with rooftop pool, family rooms, restaurant with children's menu, and direct access to Slovenska Beach. Ideal location for families wanting beach access combined with old town exploration.
Family features: Family rooms, pool, beach access, children's menu, central location
Chedi Luštica Bay
Luxury resort with dedicated kids club, beach club with children's sections, multiple pools, and a safe resort environment on a relatively undeveloped peninsula. Best luxury family option.
Family features: Kids Club, beach club, family suites, multiple pools, safe resort environment
Blue Star Hotel, Budva
Modern hotel near Jaz Beach with infinity pool, spacious family rooms, and quick access to both beaches and Budva Old Town. Solid mid-range family base on the Riviera.
Family features: Infinity pool, family rooms, near beach, restaurant
Huma Kotor Bay, Risan
Peaceful beachfront hotel on the quieter north side of Kotor Bay with private beach, water sports, and family apartments. Less crowded than Budva-area hotels.
Family features: Private beach, water sports, family apartments, pool
Dining with kids
Eating out as a family.
Montenegrin restaurants are very welcoming to children - high chairs available at most mid-range and above establishments in tourist areas
Pizza and pasta are safe bets for fussy eaters - excellent and cheap at local pizzerias throughout the coast
Portions are generous at traditional konobas - children can often share adult dishes rather than ordering separately
Breakfast included at most hotels is the best value meal of the day - stock up as lunches at beaches can be pricey
Bring water bottles as refilling from fountains is possible in old towns; bottled water is cheap (€0.50-1/litre) at supermarkets
Family travel tips
Practical advice for stress-free family trips.
May-June and September are the ideal family months: warm sea, full facilities, but without July-August crowds and heat extremes
Bring or hire car seats - rental companies rarely have infant/toddler seats available without advance booking
Water shoes essential for pebble and rocky beaches which are common in Montenegro
Sun protection is critical - UV index is very high on the coast in summer; SPF 50+ and hats mandatory for young children
Most national parks are pushchair-friendly on their main trails (Black Lake circuit, Biogradska Lake circuit)