Kotor: Top Rated Blue Cave, Submarine Tunnels & Lady of the Rocks

It was created in honour of a special stone two fishermen found, as it had an image of St. Mary chiseled into its side. From then on, local sailors and fishermen alike threw stones where the Lady had been found, vowing to honour the spot of this unlikely discovery. Inside the church, you’ll be able to explore a vast collection of votive tablets and various works by renown painter Tripo Kokolja, a Kotor native regarded as a master of his craft. You’ll also be able to view the Icon of Our Lady of the Rocks, one of the many wonders you’ll find in these fairytale. On this island you must be dressed appropriately so that you can enter the island and visit the museum without any problems.

Your friendly skipper will meet you in Kotor, eager to greet and help you onboard. Enjoy all manner of mesmerizing sights and local wonders as you approach your first stop, the wondrous islet of Our Lady of the Rocks.

Once you are done touring the island, you will then travel to a submarine tunnel from the Yugoslavian Socialist period. Although this tunnel has since been abandoned, it is still open to the public, and you will have the rare opportunity to explore this piece of history up close.

From there, you will journey to the “mouth” of the Bay, where Mamula Island stands. Although it used to be an Austro-Hungarian prison, it has since transformed into a beautiful island resort. Enjoy the panoramic views Mamula Island can offer you, a uniquely entertaining and historical stop.

Up next on your journey is the mesmerizing Blue Cave. So named for its shimmering waters, the first sight of Blue Cave will leave you breathless, as if you had been transported to another world. Enjoy swimming near the cave’s entrance as you wrap up your tour, an enchanting experience you’ll be sure to remember.

The village of Perast will greet you with open arms. Baroque architecture surrounds the village on all sides, stretching into the mountainous landscape above. Try to look for the palaces across Perast, each one owned by an important captain in Montenegro’s illustrious navy. If you are a fan of history, you can browse through the maritime Perast Museum.