Montenegrin port city on the shores of the Adriatic Sea is known for its democratic prices. Let's talk about the pros and cons of staying in the Bar. Read reviews for beaches, restaurants, and attractions.
Resort appearance
The city is located in the southern part of the country, between the seashore and Skadar Lake. The ancient settlement was located opposite the Italian Bari, so the Romans called it Antibarium, and with the arrival of the Slavic tribes, the city received its modern name - Bar.
Today Bar is an ordinary port city by the sea with typical buildings, without a special Montenegrin flavor. Although there are pebbly and shell beaches, Bar cannot be called a full-fledged resort. The atmosphere of relaxation is not felt everywhere. It is quite noisy near a large seaport. Real resort life reigns on the embankment of New Bar, in palm alleys and seaside cafes.
The impression of tourists from the resort
The bar captivates with its ease. In this city you cannot find the gloss of Budva, there are few discos, the beaches are not cleaned so carefully, and the sea water is not as warm as in closed bays. Despite the downsides, the Bar is popular with tourists. Pines and cypresses on the seashore provide a lot of shade and saturate the air with phytoncides. Vacationers love the silence, the feeling of freedom and the friendly attitude of the locals.
Igor: "We are very pleased with the rest. Fruits and vegetables are relatively inexpensive and natural. I ate such watermelons only as a child. Tomatoes, like from my grandmother's garden, smell like real tomatoes. The water is clean. Separately, I must say about the embankment. It is very long and beautiful, walk in the evening family is amazing. Quiet, calm, maybe even lazy city (in a good sense of the word). Young people will be bored there. "
tisseur: "Clean sea. I do not consider natural garbage, as several rivers flow nearby and pine trees grow on the beach, respectively, there are blades of grass and needles in the water. The open sea, if you swim a little far from the port, you do not feel the presence of the port. Fuel oil in no water. "
Best hotels
The resort has no luxury "fives" and few 4 * hotels. The main accommodation for tourists is budget hotels 2-3 *, apartments, apartments, villas and small guest houses. Look for accommodation in Bar on Hotelluk.
The best hotels in Bar, according to tourists' reviews:
Lukac 3 * is a good option for an inexpensive family vacation. From the windows you can see the mountains and the river, and to the sea - 15 minutes walk. In high season, a triple room costs from 20 €.
Mediha Nikicic 3 * - comfortable apartments 1.3 km from the Topolitsa beach. Within walking distance - the city center. Double room costs from 25 €.
KULA Boutique Hotel 3 * - a guest house at the wall of the Old Town of Bar. A market and a grocery store are 100 meters away. A double room will cost 35 €.
Stijovic 4 * is a modern apart-hotel with wonderful views of the sea and mountains. Each room has a balcony and a kitchenette. A double room with breakfast costs from 50 €.
Stara Carsija Resort & SPA 4 * is a comfortable resort hotel near the fortress, the market and good restaurants. Double room with continental breakfast starts from 70 €.
Princess 4 * is a pleasant place for pool lovers. Guests love the spa area with hot tub and sauna, and the beach and park nearby. A double room with a good breakfast costs from 73 €.
Beaches in Bar
A series of city beaches in Bar stretches from the port to the beach of ukotrlitsa. The coast is covered with pebbles. In some places, the stones are very large, so it is more convenient to swim in aquashus. Everywhere they let you in for free. The city beaches have changing rooms, toilets, showers, sun loungers and parasols for rent. Garbage is cleaned every day, and there are cafes and restaurants on the waterfront.
Vacationers love the beach Beetle, which stretches for 1 km in the suburb of Bar - Shushan. Conifers grow along the narrow bank and there is parking for cars. If you want variety, choose any of the beaches of the Bar's Riviera - Utjeha, Pearl, Red, Gold, Topolitsa, Malevits or Queen's beach.
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Maya M: "Bar Beach - the beach is not the most successful, but the sea is excellent. It is better to use special shoes if you have sensitive feet. Very clear water. Swimming is comfortable, holds well. Reminds the beaches of the southern coast of Crimea and the Caucasus."
Cafes and restaurants
Food in Bar is cheaper than in Budva. On the promenade in Novy Bar, prices are higher, and in local establishments, in residential quarters of Bar, food is quite inexpensive. A lot of seafood and fish are prepared in the port city. If you love meat cuisine, try the minced meat patties - chevapchichi, Ham prosciutto and lamb meat under a sachem.
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zum_hoelzlwirt: "We were invited to Konoba Bedem by the owner of the establishment himself, and we did not regret it. We chose what he recommended. Homemade pomegranate wine and juice with honey are a godsend. Barbecue, meat from the chef and calamari are amazing. dish".
Svetlana B .: "Cafe Kaldrma - I liked everything, from the interior to the food and service. The dinner is delicious, the guys-waiters are great. It looks like a family cafe."
What to see
There are many architectural monuments in Bar. An extremely picturesque place is the Old Town. Ancient ruins blend harmoniously with whole houses, squares and stone walls. We advise you to climb one of the watchtowers, see the medieval aqueduct and the palace complex of King Nikola.
Many olive trees grow in the vicinity of Bar, and in the Bar itself you can see a rare attraction - an olive tree 2000 years old. The unique tree is under state protection.
Diving aficionados come to Bar every year to explore several ships that have sunk offshore. Ships and yachts are shallow, so they are accessible even for inexperienced divers.
According to reviews, excursions to the beautiful Skadar Lake, to the canyons of Montenegro, along the Bay of Kotor, to Kotor, Perast, Budva and to the island of St. Stephen are popular from Bar. Some excursions are focused on Russians, so the groups are accompanied by Russian-speaking guides.
EastRose: "It's best to come to the Old Bar in the evening. Few visitors, long shadows and evening light enliven the walls incredibly. From the upper deck you can watch the indescribable beauty of sunsets! The sun sets right in front of the city."
hanna_by_hanna: "The Old Bar is a godsend! The place is very different from the old town of Kotor or Budva. Shoes are necessarily sneakers. You need to walk a lot and climb the steps, along the ruins, there are practically no paved paths. But this is an old fortress and this is all its splendor ! How many houses, churches, turrets, what views of the city. "
Vacation with children
The bar is not an ideal place for families with children. The advantages of this resort are relatively low prices, good beaches and a large selection of family hotels and apartments. Cons - the port, the bustling city and not the cleanest beaches. Apart from playgrounds and car rental on the embankment, there is no other entertainment in the Bar.
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Anastasia: "If you decide to stay at the Bar with a child, take an apartment or an apartment. All infrastructure will be close at hand: supermarkets, restaurants, cafes, shops, shopping centers. Twice a week, the Green Market is open in the Bar, where you can always buy fresh vegetables. and fruits at very low prices. "
When is the best time to go
Bar is considered one of the sunniest cities in Europe - the sun shines on the coast 270 days a year. The holiday season lasts from May to early October. If you are not afraid of the heat, come in July or August. For those who like cooler weather, we recommend relaxing in the Bar in June or during the velvet season.
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Victor: "I went to Montenegro in September. I was worried that it would rain and I would not be able to enjoy the sea. But everything turned out to be the best possible. The water is so warm that I want to swim all the time.I went with my wife and children, everyone was happy, even though it was rainy for 2 days. "
Is it worth going
The bar is a warm, clear sea, a picturesque coastline and a measured pace of life. The city has a large selection of accommodations and large supermarkets. It is convenient to go on excursions from Bar. Here is the shortest way from the coast to the mountains, bypassing the passes - through a tunnel.
The seaside resort is suitable for couples and senior tourists. It is more convenient for parents with children to relax in Becici, Petrovac, Sutomore, Dobre Voda, Sveti Stefan, Igalo or Przno.
