Things to do in Tivat and the surrounding area

Walk from Pine to Porto Montenegro

At Pine, you can set off beside the water, pause to look across the bay and continue along the promenade toward Porto Montenegro. The walk follows the coast, changing from the open town waterfront to yacht berths. It can be a short outing from the center or time spent beside the boats enjoying views of the surrounding hills, taking breaks whenever you choose.

For a coffee or meal break, open our recommendations for places to eat in Tivat, where locations are grouped by what they offer and their part of town. If you want to know how the former Arsenal waterfront has changed, the story is in Tivat's modern history. Pine, start of the waterfront walk on Google Maps. Porto Montenegro, walk and training base area on Google Maps.

Naval Heritage Collection and the Heroj submarine

At the Naval Heritage Collection, you can examine Austro-Hungarian naval equipment and machinery, focusing your visit on the technical side of operating vessels. The collection of more than 300 objects also includes two preserved Yugoslav submarines. Heroj stands beside the collection and can be viewed from outside, while access to its interior depends on the arrangements the museum confirms for your visit date.

The collection lists opening hours from Tuesday to Saturday, 9:00 to 17:00. Alongside the permanent display, it holds themed exhibitions, so you can plan your visit around what is on show at the time. The naval collection's visitor information and contact details provide information about its program and admission arrangements. Naval Heritage Collection and Heroj on Google Maps.

Film, theater or concert at the Cultural Center

The Cultural Center's Main Hall (Velika sala) hosts film screenings, plays and concerts throughout the year, so you can choose an evening out in Tivat according to the story, music or performance in the current schedule. The summer stages have separate outdoor programs, while each event announcement specifies the hall or stage where it takes place.

A screening of the documentary Milica u majke has been announced for October 12, 2026 at 20:30 in the Main Hall. A journalist traces an old Podgorica song (a sevdalinka) from Stara Varos to Sarajevo, exploring two contrasting stories about the woman the song is dedicated to. The listed 28 minutes is the film's running time. The hall is at Luke Tomanovica 4. The film announcement applies to that date, while the Cultural Center's schedule lets you choose another event during your stay, with its venue and admission arrangements. Main Hall (Velika sala) at the Cultural Center on Google Maps.

Birdwatching at Solila

Beside the shallow water and observation tower at Solila, you can spend time watching where birds gather and how they move between the water and shore. The reserve has paths and two observation towers, and a roadside viewpoint also overlooks part of the wetland. Binoculars help you watch the birds from a distance without approaching their habitat.

Spring and fall bring migrating birds, winter brings birds that overwinter here, and bird numbers are lower in summer. Under the published rules of JP Morsko dobro, tourist visits are subject to the reserve manager's approval and protection of the habitat, so agree on the current visiting arrangements before you arrive. The tourist information about Solila explains seasonal differences that may affect when you choose to go birdwatching. Solila, birdwatching on land on Google Maps.

Walk from Gornja Lastva toward Sveti Vid

From Gornja Lastva and the Orasje area, you can head toward the hill of Sveti Vid. The walk changes from passing through the village to a climb, as the old, uneven road at the foot of the hill becomes a narrower, winding stone path with steps. From the plateau by the church, the view takes in Tivat Bay and Lustica, letting you see the coast and islands from above after the stony ascent.

The Vrmac map from the Tivat Tourist Organization and the Napredak association distinguishes walking and cycling routes and instructs visitors to stay on marked trails. The time needed for this outing depends on your chosen starting point, ascent and return. The Gornja Lastva marker on the map shows the village from which you head toward Sveti Vid, while you choose where to start the trail and leave your car based on your approach. For a visit to the stone village itself, continue to the description of Gornja Lastva. Gornja Lastva, area for the climb toward Sveti Vid on Google Maps.

Guided paddling beside Solila and Sveti Marko

On SUP Montenegro's Solila and Sveti Marko program, you propel your own board or kayak and follow a guide along the outer boundary of the reserve's shallow waters. The route continues toward Sveti Marko island and passes Miholjska Prevlaka, letting you experience the islands from water level. The published route is about 8 km, so this option involves a longer session of active paddling among the islands. A land visit to Solila and entry to the monastery are not listed in the program.

Previous SUP experience is desirable but not required, and instruction and a safety briefing are scheduled before departure. The program includes paddling equipment, a flotation aid, a dry bag and a wetsuit when needed. The operator lists 3.5 hours in total, including 3 hours on the water. The price depends on the number of participants, while transfers from Tivat or Kotor are arranged separately and may cost extra.

You agree on the exact meeting point, an available date and water conditions with the operator when booking the Solila and Sveti Marko program. The map marks the island in the paddling area, so you reach the meeting point by following the directions provided with your booking. Sveti Marko, island in the paddling route area on Google Maps.

Boat trip from Tivat to the Blue Cave

On Sea Tours' private boat trip from Tivat to the Blue Cave, you experience the bay as a passenger while a skipper handles the boat. The trip passes Mamula island on the way to the cave, where a short swimming stop is planned, while a stop at Gospa od Skrpjela lets you spend part of the outing on land.

The published program lasts three hours, with 15 minutes set aside for swimming in the cave. The skipper, fuel and water are included, while the island's museum ticket, a meal and transfers from outside the Tivat area are charged separately. The operator lists pickup in Tivat Bay, with the exact berth to be agreed before departure. For the Blue Cave boat trip, request confirmation of the date, the final price for your group and conditions for entering the cave that day. The three hours do not include your journey to the agreed boarding point or your return to your accommodation. Tivat Bay, boat departure area by arrangement on Google Maps.

Powerboat training at Porto Montenegro

On the RYA Powerboat Level 1 course, you take part in preparing the boat and learn basic handling with an instructor. The practical component moves from preparing the vessel and crew to approaching and leaving the shore, mooring to a buoy and using safety equipment. Procedures for a person overboard are covered in theory at this level.

Porto Montenegro Yacht Club accepts participants with no previous experience in groups of up to three. Level 1 is a one-day course, with a published schedule of 9:00 to 17:00. Training uses the base at Porto Montenegro, while the exact meeting point and available date are confirmed when you register. The Powerboat course descriptions and registration distinguish the one-day Level 1 from the two-day Level 2 and more advanced programs, so the stated duration and price apply to the introductory course. Porto Montenegro, walk and training base area on Google Maps.

For more ideas for exploring the Bay of Kotor and other areas, see our drives and day trips from Budva. These guides start in Budva and describe stops, driving time and road conditions. For a plan that starts in Tivat, open our suggested sightseeing itineraries and plans for your stay, with visits arranged over one or more days.