Where to Go, Eat, Swim and Visit: A Risan Local's Guide
Food Scene
Fantastic, modern restaurant with fresh local food and a variety of more creative dishes. Try the Taste of Montenegro plate for a starter!
45 locals recommend
VERIGE 65
19 E65Fantastic, modern restaurant with fresh local food and a variety of more creative dishes. Try the Taste of Montenegro plate for a starter!
Incredible barbecue just outside of Old Town Kotor. One place we always stop when we're nearby! Try the cevapi with ajvar.
30 locals recommend
Tanjga Family Restaurant
E65Incredible barbecue just outside of Old Town Kotor. One place we always stop when we're nearby! Try the cevapi with ajvar.
If you love seafood and finding an authentic place to enjoy local food, this is it. Bokeski Gusti has some of the freshest, best fish and seafood you'll find in Boka, friendly staff and amazing views.
41 locals recommend
Bokeski Gusti
Jadranska magistralaIf you love seafood and finding an authentic place to enjoy local food, this is it. Bokeski Gusti has some of the freshest, best fish and seafood you'll find in Boka, friendly staff and amazing views.
Great food AND beach! One the pricier side, but worth visiting if you're looking for a treat.
14 locals recommend
Adriatica
Great food AND beach! One the pricier side, but worth visiting if you're looking for a treat.
Delicious ice cream, gelato and sorbet—in Europe's largest superyacht marina. What's not to like!?
Moritz Eis
Delicious ice cream, gelato and sorbet—in Europe's largest superyacht marina. What's not to like!?
Beach Favorites
Great beach and beach bar within walking distance to our Risan apartment. A perfect place to spend the day with amazing views of Boka Bay.
Smokvica Beach Bar
Great beach and beach bar within walking distance to our Risan apartment. A perfect place to spend the day with amazing views of Boka Bay.
A bit of a drive from Risan, but worth the visit. Rose is a small village, hotel and restaurant with a gorgeous beach and great views of Herceg Novi.
42 locals recommend
Rose
A bit of a drive from Risan, but worth the visit. Rose is a small village, hotel and restaurant with a gorgeous beach and great views of Herceg Novi.
A small town with great beaches and restaurants, Orahovac is only about 20 minutes from Risan by car. A great spot with unforgettable views of Boka Bay.
11 locals recommend
Orahovac
A small town with great beaches and restaurants, Orahovac is only about 20 minutes from Risan by car. A great spot with unforgettable views of Boka Bay.
Cities & Towns to See
Just a 10 minute drive or 25 minute walk away, Perast is a stunning town dating back to the 1300's. Beautiful buildings, great restaurants and amazing views. Make sure to take the boat out to Gospa od Škrpjela.
253 locals recommend
Perast
Just a 10 minute drive or 25 minute walk away, Perast is a stunning town dating back to the 1300's. Beautiful buildings, great restaurants and amazing views. Make sure to take the boat out to Gospa od Škrpjela.
About 10 minutes from the Risan apartment, the town of Risan is a quiet, quaint town. There are a few small restaurants, plus a few grocery stores with the essentials. You'll also find the famous Risan Roman mosaics here, dating back to the 1st or 2nd centuries.
27 locals recommend
Risan
About 10 minutes from the Risan apartment, the town of Risan is a quiet, quaint town. There are a few small restaurants, plus a few grocery stores with the essentials. You'll also find the famous Risan Roman mosaics here, dating back to the 1st or 2nd centuries.
Kotor is one of several old walled cities in Montenegro. Filled with shops, restaurants and landmarks, Kotor is a must-see spot.
If you're brave (and in good shape!), walk the wall to the very top. Bring water and stamina!
352 locals recommend
Kotor
Kotor is one of several old walled cities in Montenegro. Filled with shops, restaurants and landmarks, Kotor is a must-see spot.
If you're brave (and in good shape!), walk the wall to the very top. Bring water and stamina!
Whether you enjoy Budva's old town or more modern areas, Budva offers quite a lot. Shopping, food, history and more! It's only about an hour's drive from Risan.
175 locals recommend
Budva
Whether you enjoy Budva's old town or more modern areas, Budva offers quite a lot. Shopping, food, history and more! It's only about an hour's drive from Risan.
Sightseeing
Steeped in history and beautiful views, take a boat out to Our Lady of the Rocks from Perast. Take the tour... it's worth it!
110 locals recommend
Our Lady of the Rocks
Steeped in history and beautiful views, take a boat out to Our Lady of the Rocks from Perast. Take the tour... it's worth it!
Dating back to the 1st or 2nd centuries, visit Risan's own Roman mosaics.
42 locals recommend
Roman Mosaics
Dating back to the 1st or 2nd centuries, visit Risan's own Roman mosaics.
If you're looking for views, you've got views. Lovcen National Park towers over Montenegro, giving you panoramic views of the coast and northern part of the country.
220 locals recommend
Lovcen National Park
If you're looking for views, you've got views. Lovcen National Park towers over Montenegro, giving you panoramic views of the coast and northern part of the country.