Cruises to Bar, Montenegro | NCL - Norwegian Cruise Line

Town of Bar coastline aerial view, archipelago of Montenegro

Adriatic Sea Views. Medieval Towns.

A beautiful coastal town, a seaport and large industrial area, Bar, Montenegro is also a popular transport hub welcoming trains from Belgrade and ferries from Italy. For this reason, it’s the perfect base city for touring the incredible ruins of Stari Bar (Old Bar) in the mountains. A quick history lesson: The northern part of the coast remained under Venice’s rule and then Austria, while the southern part spent 300 years under Turkish control. Founded in 1908, “New” Bar has a more modern look and feel, but once you start heading to the Albanian border, you will see more mosques and Ottoman-style buildings.

Exciting Shore Excursions

Immerse yourself in authentic experiences with our Shore Excursions, expertly guided by locals.

Snapshots of Bar

A visual preview of the amazing sites that await you.

Clock Tower of Old Town Bar, Montenegro.

Ruins of Stari Bar ancient fortress.

Ancient aqueduct in Old Bar, Montenegro.

White orthodox church with red roof on the mount Rumija at Bar, Montenegro, Skadar Lake view

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Ruins of Stari Bar, the old town of Bar, ancient fortress in Montenegro

Famous For

From the stone ruins to the stunning views over the city and surrounding mountains, the Old Fortress at Stari Bar is a must-see.

olive oil in the bottle and branch of green olives

Exquisite Flavors

Be sure to try succulent seafood, freshly caught from the sparkling waters. Don't miss the local olive oil, rich and flavorful, drizzled over traditional dishes.

The 2,000 year old olive tree, Stara Maslina near to Stari Bar, Montenegro

Fun Facts

Make peace at the Old Olive Tree, a symbol of the city of Bar. At 2,000 years old, it’s the oldest olive tree in the world.

Port Name & Location

Bar, Montenegro
Ship will DOCK or ANCHOR OFF SHORE at this port.

Language

The local language is Montenegrin. Other languages spoken are Croatian, Albanian, and Bosnian.

Time Zone

CEST (Central European Standard Time)
UTC/GMT +1 hours

Currency & Shopping

The local currency in Bar is the Euro.

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11 Cruise Shore Excursion Packing Tips

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