6 Best Viewpoints in Montenegro for Stunning Scenery

Beautiful Montenegro Views You Can’t Miss

Montenegro is an absolutely beautiful country with some incredibly scenic spots. In this post, I’m going to share with you the most breathtaking viewpoints in Montenegro that you’ll definitely not want to miss.

We visited Montenegro in April 2024 as a family (our boys were aged 4 and 14 months). We had an amazing time, and I’m sure you will as well.

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TIVAT – KOTOR – BUDVA – LAKE SKADAR – NIKSIC – TARA CANYON – ZABLJAK

The Most Beautiful Viewpoints in Montenegro:

Below are the top 6 beautiful viewoints in Montenegro. You’ll definalty want to add these scenic spots to your Montenegro itinerary. They’re perfect Instagram photo locations or just for your own family memories!

1.Lake Skadar Viewpoints: Pavlova Strana

This has to be one of the best panoramic views in Montenegro. This stunning view can be seen from the viewpoint called “Pavlova Strana” in the small area of Virpazar. You’ll also get more amazing views during the scenic drive here.

Another great viewpoint of this mountain is from the Lake itself. We took a boat tour of the lake, and I’d highly recommend it. I’ve linked it below.

FULL DETAILS ON OUR BOAT TOUR HERE.

Viewpoint overlooking Lake Skadar from Pavlova Strana, Montenegro

Mountain scenery surrounding Lake Skadar, Montenegro during boat tour

THE VIEW FROM PAVLOVA STRANA & FROM OUR LAKE SKADAR BOAT TOUR

2. The Black Lake in the Durmitor National Park

Tucked away in the North of Montenegro is the Black Lake (also called Crno Jezero), which is another breathtaking viewpoint in Montenegro. Photos just don’t do it justice; to see it covered in snow was truly beautiful. Some memories will just stay with you forever, this is one of them for me.

If you’re looking for a hike in Montenegro with panoramic views, then this is a good one. Note: that it was described online as an easy walk, as a family with two small children (and snow and ice), we didn’t find it that easy!

OUR FULL GUIDE TO THIS AREA IS LINKED HERE

Young boy standing near the edge of Black Lake in Durmitor National Park

Dad sitting by Black Lake with two young children, enjoying the peaceful nature of Durmitor National Park

THE BLACK LAKE, MONTENEGRO WITH A SCENIC MOUNTAIN VIEW IN THE BACKGROUND

3. The Tara Canyon Lookout

Also located in the North of Montenegro is the Đurđevića Tara Bridge, this is a must-see landscape when you’re in Montenegro. Looking over the bridge, you see the Tara River Canyon with the most brilliant blue-coloured water, even on the rainy day that we visited, I can only imagine it in the sunshine.

Mother and baby at Tara Canyon with Đurđevića Tara Bridge in the background, Montenegro family trip

Aerial view of Tara Canyon and the Tara River surrounded by forested mountains in Montenegro

BRETHTKING VIEWS OF THE TARA RIVER CANYON

4. Tivat’s Coastline View

For me, this is the best viewpoint along the Bay of Kotor. The view of these palm trees and water (middle photo) in the centre of Tivat is just perfection.

If you walk the coastline, from Porto Montenegro in Tivat towards a restaurant called Big Ben (about 15 15-minute walk) you’ll be treated to these incredible sea and mountain coastal views. These are some of my favourite photos from our whole Montenegro trip so don’t miss out on seeing these epic Montenegro views.

READ MORE ABOUT TIVAT HERE

Family enjoying Tivat beach with stunning sea and mountain views in Montenegro

View of Tivat waterfront with palm trees and the Adriatic Sea

THE SEA AND MOUNTIN VIEW FROM TIVAT’S BEACH & THE TIVAT WATERFRONT

5. The Citadel Fortress in Budva

If, like me, you love a city view, then this one is not to be missed. You’ll find this hidden viewpoint in Montenegro with stunning views at The Citadel, Budva.

This was our highlight of visiting Budva and costs just €5 to enter (kids are free). This is a bargain compared to the €35 it costs to walk the Dubrovnik city walls, and the orange brick rooftops are very similar.

SEE OUR QUICK GUIDE TO BUDVA HERE.

Panoramic view of Budva and the Adriatic Sea from the top of the Budva Citadel

Mum holding her baby with panoramic views of Budva's Old Town from the top of the Citadel

VIEW FROM THE TOP OF THE CITDEL IN BUDVA

Mother and son at iconic Sveti Stefan viewpoint overlooking the Adriatic coast in Montenegro

6. The Famous View of Sveti Stefan

No list of beautiful Montenegro viewpoints would be complete without mentioning this famous view of Sveti Stefan. Although we didn’t explore this town, I couldn’t resist a quick stop at this amazing viewpoint on the way from Budva to Lake Skadar.

There are a few different viewpoints that will give you views of Sveti Stefan. This one is labelled “Sveti Stefan Great View” on Google Maps.

My husband took this photo from the car window as our baby was asleep in the back, this was another winding but very scenic drive.

Thank you so much for reading this guide on beautiful Montenegro views. I hope we’ve helped you discover where to find the best viewpoints in Montenegro, and you’ll add some of them to your itinerary!