There are a lot of great Adriatic coast beaches in Montenegro, and about 40 of them have the Blue Flag international award that confirms their quality. The water is very clean almost everywhere, and the Adriatic Sea has an awesome water color. For example, Budva Riviera offers a unique variety of the best beaches.
From late spring to early autumn, the sea temperature along the Montenegrin coast becomes pleasant for swimming. In May, the Adriatic Sea usually warms up to around 18–20°C, which is refreshing but already suitable for many visitors. By June, temperatures rise to about 22–23°C, while July and August bring peak warmth, typically ranging between 24–25°C, making it ideal for long days in the water. Even in September, the sea remains comfortably warm at around 23–24°C, allowing the beach season to extend beyond the summer months.
Let’s just name a few of the nice beaches in Montenegro.
Jaz
Famous Jaz beach is quite long, with very clear water of fantastic color, nice sand, and picturesque cliffs around. It is located 6 km to the west of Budva, and the best way to get here is by car or taxi from Budva, Kotor, or Tivat (during summer season, small buses also go to Jaz from Budva, but they may be quite full). I don’t recommend walking to Jaz from Budva. It is a good pathway between Budva and Mogren fortress, and you can walk there, but after Mogren fortress, the path becomes inconvenient or even dangerous for pedestrians.
Velika plaža (Long beach)
The longest beach in Montenegro – about 13 km in length – is situated between Ulcinj and the river Bojana near the border with Albania. Velika plaža means Big (or Long) beach. With its warm, shallow water and winds, this place gives great opportunities for kite surfing. It is well-known for its dark volcanic sand. The best way to get here is by car or taxi.
Mogren
It is very easy to find Mogren beach, just go to the right from Budva Old Town – about 2-3 minutes along the picturesque path (or more because you will probably would like to stop and take photos), and you are on Mogren beach. You will enjoy the views of Mogren fortress on top. During the summer season, try to go here in the morning for swimming because later it may be overcrowded both by tourists and locals.
Kamenovo
Jet another great beach of Budva Riviera. Quite small but picturesque, and you can easily walk here from Budva (keep direction to Bar along the coast) in 30-40 minutes. Sure, you can get here by bus (there is a bus stop close to the beach), or car or taxi. This beach has its own atmosphere and is named for the rocks and stones surrounding it. In my opinion, this is probably the best beach in Montenegro, easily accessible, comfortable, beautiful, and usually not overcrowded.
Sveti Stefan beaches
Near Sveti Stefan (about 9 km from Budva), you will find 3 great beaches: Sveti Stefan beach, Miločer beach, and Queen’s beach. In previous years, the entrance here was either forbidden or quite costly (about 200 euros) because this territory belonged to a quite expensive hotel – Aman hotel.
Then, in 2024 – 2025, the hotel was closed, so these beaches were completely free, and we could enjoy crystal-clear water and great views.
Currently, in 2026, Aman hotel is open again, and the beaches are open only to hotel visitors and closed to others. The only exception is a part of Sveti Stefan beach located on the left side of the island. This part is still open.
You can easily get here by bus from Budva or by taxi/car. Buses go every 10 minutes in summer, and the cost of one ticket is 2.5 euros.
Bečići beach
This beach was named the most beautiful beach in Europe in 1935. Definitely, a lot has changed since then, but still, it is a very long (about 2 km), nice sandy beach. Large hotels like Splendid or Mediteran use parts of this beach.
It is located in Bečići town, close to Budva. If you go along Budva embankment through the tunnel (in the opposite direction from the Old Town), you’ll get straight to Bečići. It is only a 15-20 minutes of walking.
During summer, Bečići beach is a centre of paragliding and different water activities. During winter, it is perfect for walking, jogging, riding a bicycle, etc.