Discover the Old Town Bar
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 4 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Visit the Old Town of Bar, the largest open-air museum, where testimonies of numerous civilisations that lived in this area for over thousands of years await you.
Inclusions
What's included
- Entrance fee Old Town Bar, entrance fee natural monument Old Olive Tree
- Licensed Guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
What's not
- Meals
Itinerary
Embark on a journey through centuries of history in the Old Town of Bar, where the timeless love story of Princess Kosara and the imprisoned Prince Vladimir still echoes among ancient stones. Older than Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, their tale unites the Balkans in a shared heritage, kept alive in a city that has honored St. John Vladimir, its protector, for over 1,000 years. The Old Town of Bar, Montenegro’s largest fortress, stands apart from other Mediterranean cities. Just five kilometers from the sea and nestled at the foot of Mount Rumija, it rises dramatically on a steep cliff, full of mystique. Its walls reflect the legacy of diverse civilizations through architecture, religion, and culture. With AVE Tours, uncover the enduring legend of Kosara and Vladimir—a love born in captivity. Explore how this ancient tale shaped Balkan identity and why the cult of St. John Vladimir remains strong on Mount Rumija after a millennium.
Nearby, witness the awe-inspiring Old Olive Tree, a natural monument over 2,240 years old that still bears fruit in the third millennium. Learn about the cultural significance and the peaceful symbolism that earned this area the name Mirovica, meaning “place of peace.”
During your visit, enjoy free time at the Old Bar Bazaar, where the scents of traditional dishes and fresh juices mingle with views of Venetian walls and ramparts. Savor authentic local flavors while surrounded by living history. Plus visit the House of Olives!
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Maršala Tita D-5
- Pickup
- Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 15 travellers
- Operated by
- AVE Tours Montenegro
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
How it compares in Budva
- Its from-price is 50% below the median of the 164 experiences we list in Budva.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 54 of 164.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Budva
Budva, on Montenegro's Adriatic coast, is a walled old town on a small peninsula, with a long run of beaches on either side.
Budva's old town sits on a rocky peninsula, enclosed by stone walls with a citadel on the seaward point. Narrow lanes lead between small churches and squares, and the settlement is more than 2,500 years old, with Venetian rulers shaping its present look from the fifteenth century. A 1979 earthquake damaged much of it, and it was carefully rebuilt. Beaches such as Mogren are reached by a path along the sea.
Top-ranked sights in Budva: Mogren Beach, Budva Old Town.
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