Kotor Old Town: Walking Tour with Cathedral & Market

Summary

Wander Kotor’s tangled streets, taste the air, find old stories in stone

You’ll step into Kotor’s old town with a small group and local guide—exploring winding alleys, St. Tryphon Cathedral’s cool interior, and lively markets buzzing with voices and scents. There’s time for stories, laughter, and quiet moments before heading back to your ship or wandering on your own.

What’s the experience like?

I’ll admit, I wasn’t sure what to expect from Kotor’s old town — I’d seen photos but you know how those never really match up. The first thing that hit me was the sound: shoes echoing off stone, someone somewhere playing accordion (not well, but it felt right). Our guide, Ana, met us right by the port gates — she waved so we wouldn’t miss her. She had this way of pointing out details I’d have walked past: a lion carved above a doorway, faded from centuries of rain and sun. The air smelled faintly salty and sweet at once — bread baking mixed with the sea breeze.

We wandered through narrow alleys that twisted more than I expected (I lost my sense of direction almost immediately). Ana joked that even locals get turned around here sometimes. We stopped in one of the squares where St. Tryphon Cathedral stands — honestly, it’s more imposing up close than any picture shows. Inside was cool and dim; I touched the stone just to feel how cold it was. Ana explained who St. Tryphon was and why he matters here — something about his relics arriving by boat ages ago. There were kids running across the square outside, chasing pigeons and laughing loud enough to echo off the walls.

The market buzzed with voices in Montenegrin and Italian — I tried to say “thank you” to a vendor and probably butchered it; he just grinned anyway. At one point Ana pointed out a bakery where she buys her own bread (“best in Kotor,” she claimed). She also told us about the maritime history — apparently everyone here has some uncle or cousin who worked on ships. My favorite part might’ve been just standing still for a minute, letting all those sounds layer together: bells ringing somewhere far off, someone arguing gently over fruit prices. After two hours I felt like I could wander alone without getting too lost… maybe.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Kotor Old Town walking tour

• Meet by port or main entrance
• Start tour at Kotor main entrance
• Visit second main square and St. Tryphon Cathedral
• Learn about maritime heritage at the square

Top questions

How long does the Kotor Old Town walking tour last?

The walking tour lasts up to two hours.

Is pickup included for cruise ship passengers?

Yes, pickup is included at the port entrance for cruise visitors.

What main sites are visited on this tour?

The tour visits St. Tryphon Cathedral, Kotor’s medieval quarter, bustling market areas, and key squares.

Is this tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes, both transportation options and most of the route are wheelchair accessible.

How many people are in each group?

The tour requires at least 5 people per booking and allows up to 10 people per group.

Are children allowed on this walking tour?

Yes, but children must be accompanied by an adult; child rates apply when sharing with two paying adults.

Is there free time after the guided portion?

Yes, after your guided walk you’ll have time to explore Kotor on your own before returning to your ship or hotel.

What’s included

Your day includes tourist tax for Kotor, pickup right at the port entrance if arriving by cruise ship or at the main old town gate otherwise, guidance from a licensed local expert throughout your small-group walk—including visits inside St. Tryphon Cathedral and time exploring markets—before finishing back where you started so you can linger or return easily.