What are the best things to do in Budva?
Top picks in Budva include Stari Grad (Old Town), Budva Citadel, Mogren Beach, Dancing Girl Statue. See the full list and itinerary on this Budva travel guide.
Why visit Budva
Travel guide for Budva, Montenegro — practical tips, places to visit, and planning help.
Budva is a stop in Montenegro, not a country-in-a-weekend. Plan about 3 days. If time is short, prioritise Stari Grad (Old Town), Budva Citadel, Mogren Beach instead of racing the whole list. Mid-range ground costs are about 50–120 USD per person per day, excluding international flights. Best time: May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds. Rankings, stay length and cost bands on this page come from Global Itinerary’s trip-planning models.
Best time
May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds
Weather
Temperate, with warm summers and cool winters
Experiences
Things to do in Budva
1
Stari Grad (Old Town)
2
Budva Citadel
3
Mogren Beach
4
Dancing Girl Statue
5
Church of Saint John
6
Church of Holy Trinity
7
Church of Saint Sava
Budget travel
Free things to do in Budva
Stari Grad (Old Town)
Mogren Beach
Church of Saint John
Church of Holy Trinity
Church of Saint Sava
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Budva itinerary (3 days)
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Stari Grad (Old Town)
- Visit Budva Citadel
- Visit Mogren Beach
- Eat at Paradise Food
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Dancing Girl Statue
- Visit Church of Saint John
- Visit Church of Holy Trinity
- Eat at Kod Iva
- 3
Day 3
Markets, parks & hidden corners
- Visit Church of Saint Sava
- Eat at Andora Fast Food
Budget
Budva trip cost
Budget
USD 25–45
per person / day
Mid-range
USD 50–120
per person / day
Luxury
USD 140–230+
per person / day
Typical on-the-ground spend in Budva, Montenegro. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury. Figures exclude international flights.
Trip budget estimator
Typical mid-range for Budva
Estimated total (USD)
$2,145
≈ $1,073 per person · $306 per day group total
Ground costs ≈ $90/person/day (lodging + food + transport + activities)
Defaults match Budva mid-range ground costs (budget 25–45 · mid 50–120 · luxury 140–230+ USD/day). Edit freely — flights vary by origin.
Where to eat
Local favourites
Paradise Food
Gluten free, sugar free and plant based food. Very nice service, excellent healthy vegan food. Great sugar free desserts too.
Kod Iva
Very authentic little eatery in Budva. There is a meat and a fish menu accompanied by homemade wine and rakja. Very lovely discreet and cozy
Andora Fast Food
Very tasty and nutritious grilled čevapi in a roll with additions. Nice service and local clientele.
Verde
Great food, cool place, friendly service. Delicious gyros and the tuna tortilla is good.
Parma
Excellent restaurant, with a nice terrace. The portions are really huge. Parma is a catering place with a tradition of over 25 years.
Restaurant Konoba Demizana
Fish restaurant.
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
- $
Hotel Astoria
You pay a premium but get to be by the beach.
- $
Hotel Mogren
Three-star hotel with 100 beds.
Hotel Slovenska Plaža
Great distant views of the Mediterranean from here.
Hotel Suzana
It's housed in kind of an old building, but the kitties who pace around the open cafe are just irresistible.
- $
Saki Apartmani
Close to shopping and restaurants. Very clean, laundry service (€5 per load), free wifi and great location. Ran by Saki and his family who a
Nightlife
- Garden Cafe
- Millenivm
- Palma
- Rabello
- Ričardova Glava - Richard's Head
- Caffe Greco
Museums & culture
- Church of Saint John
- Church of Holy Trinity
- Church of Saint Sava
In pictures
Budva gallery
Photos: Nick Savchenko from Kiev, Ukraine, Petr Kraumann, anjči, Bratislav — via Wikimedia Commons
Good to know
Budva travel FAQs
When is the best time to visit Budva?
May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds.
How many days do I need in Budva?
Plan at least 3 days in Budva for the highlights on our suggested itinerary; add more time for day trips.
Where should I stay in Budva?
Popular stays in Budva include Hotel Astoria, Hotel Mogren, Hotel Slovenska Plaža. Book central areas if you want to walk to major sights.
How much does a trip to Budva cost?
On the ground in Budva (excluding international flights), budget travellers often spend about 25–45 per person per day, mid-range about 50–120, and luxury about 140–230+ (USD). Typical on-the-ground spend in Budva, Montenegro. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury.
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