Discover the rich history of Podgorica, Montenegro’s capital, on a city walking tour. Explore ancient ruins, communist-era architecture, and the city’s resilience after World War II.
Discover the rich history of Podgorica, Montenegro’s capital, on a city walking tour. Explore ancient ruins, communist-era architecture, and the city’s resilience after World War II.
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Trg Republike - The meeting point is at the heart of Podgorica – Independence Square (formerly known as Square of the Republic), by the fountain. If it rains, the guide will be stationed by the Societe Generale Bank, under the eaves around the square.
The tour will pass by the Municipality building, with a brief stop in front of the statue of Marko…
- Trg Republike - The meeting point is at the heart of Podgorica – Independence Square (formerly known as Square of the Republic), by the fountain. If it rains, the guide will be stationed by the Societe Generale Bank, under the eaves around the square.
The tour will pass by the Municipality building, with a brief stop in front of the statue of Marko Miljanov, a renowned general and writer from the late 19th century.
- Montenegrin National Theatre - From Bokeska Street, the tour will pass by the National Theatre and proceed towards the statue of Petar II Petrovic Njegos, a distinguished prince-bishop, writer, and philosopher.
- Moraca River - The journey continues over one of the bridges spanning the Moraca River, which flows through Podgorica.
- Millennium Bridge - The tour crosses the Moraca River via a pedestrian bridge, offering an excellent view of the Millennium Bridge, a notable landmark of Podgorica.
- Vladimir Vysotsky Monument - There will be a brief stop at the statue of Vladimir Vysotsky, a Russian poet, singer, and songwriter, who lived in Podgorica for a time.
- Blazo Jovanovic Bridge - The tour crosses the Moraca River again at Blazo Jovanovic Bridge and continues towards Sastavci (or Skaline), where the Ribnica and Moraca rivers meet.
- Sastavci - Sastavci or Skaline is a picturesque site, though somewhat neglected. Above the confluence are the barely visible ruins of the Ribnica fortress, known as Nemanjin grad, where Stefan Nemanja, founder of the Nemanjic dynasty, was born. The tour will cross an old stone bridge on the way to Stara Varos, the oldest preserved quarter of Podgorica, dating back to Ottoman times.
- Starodoganjska Mosque - In Stara Varos, there will be a brief stop at the Starodoganjska Mosque, built in the 15th century and long maintained by local traders.
- Clock Tower - Sahat Kula (The Clock Tower) is a significant landmark of Podgorica. It stands at the edge of Stara Varos, facing the socialist apartment blocks across the street. Built in the 18th century by Adzi Pasha Osmanagic.
- King Nikola Monument - On the return journey, the tour will pass by the King Nikola monument, a classic heroic equestrian statue, located in King’s Park.
Erected in 2006, on the Day of Podgorica’s Liberation in WWII, it stands on a plateau opposite the national Parliament.
- Monument to A.S. Pushkin and N.N. Goncharova - Situated on the corner of Njegoseva Street, it depicts the famous Russian poet Pushkin reading poetry to his wife Natalija Gonchareva.
After a brief photo stop at this monument, the tour will return to Independence Square.

- Guided tour services
- Guided tour services
- Food & drinks
- Transportation
- Hotel pick up & drop off
- Gratitudes
- Food & drinks
- Transportation
- Hotel pick up & drop off
- Gratitudes
Embark on a pedestrian journey through Podgorica, the capital and cultural, administrative, and economic heart of Montenegro. The area’s history stretches back to the Stone Age, but its urban origins are traced to the arrival of the Romans in the 2nd century B.C. Along the years, Podgorica served as a junction for a diverse mix of travelers including…
Embark on a pedestrian journey through Podgorica, the capital and cultural, administrative, and economic heart of Montenegro. The area’s history stretches back to the Stone Age, but its urban origins are traced to the arrival of the Romans in the 2nd century B.C. Along the years, Podgorica served as a junction for a diverse mix of travelers including Greek voyagers, Roman soldiers, Byzantine couriers, Serbian nobles, Venetian traders, Turkish assailants, and Montenegrin fighters…
The city’s architectural landscape underwent dramatic changes following over 70 bombings in World War II, erasing numerous buildings and landmarks from previous centuries. Our 90-minute walk will guide you through the city’s remnants of the past, while also showcasing the structure’s reconstruction during the communist era and subsequent years.
- This is an easy city walking tour, but Podgorica can be very hot during summer and a small part of the tour is leading to streets made of cobblestones so the comfortable footwear is advised). The tour operates almost in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
- Minimum numbers (3 pax) apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered full refund or an alternative (to join a similar tour, the same tour on another date, to pay surcharge for private tour).
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.