It’s impossible not to fall in love with the incredible scenery of Croatia. The hospitable locals, incredible architecture, and pleasant climate attract tourists from all over the world. The combination of the majestic mountains and the endless sea, which creates small cozy harbors, is especially pleasing. It seems that every city is perfect for a vacation, and Podgorica is no exception.

Where to relax in Podgorica

The small town, known as the most cozy place to relax, is located near the settlements of Makarska and Tucepa. Tourists confidently call Podgora the pearl of the Makarska Riviera, which enchants with its pine forests, olive tree plantations, incredible sea and beach. This settlement is part of the community along with such towns as Drasnice, Igrane, Gornji Igrane, and Živogosce. They are also popular resorts and therefore easy to reach. The town is located at the foot of the majestic Biokovo mountain range, which is impressive in its scale. Podgorje is a fairly small settlement, but it is long, as it continues along the coastline. Thanks to the Adriatic Highway, which passes through the resort, the town is connected by modern, comfortable roads to almost all towns in the province of Dalmatia. It is also interesting that the locals have long been engaged in fishing and winemaking. However, when travelers began to take an interest in such an impressive city, tourism became Podgorica’s main income. Nowadays, there are only five hotels here, but there are also apartments and private houses for rent.

The historical heritage of the resort is quite small. In the 16th century, Podgorica was first mentioned in a written document. One of the most famous Croatian politicians, writers and priests, namely Mihovil Pavlinović, was born in this small town. He played a significant role in the revival of the country. The resort is also known for the fact that it was here that the Croatian partisan fleet began in 1942.

What to see in Podgorica

There are only a few historical monuments in the resort itself. One of them is the monument “Wings of the Seagull”, which was erected 20 years later by the city authorities in gratitude to the navy. There is also a statue of the Siren. If you walk to the seashore, you can see several towers that were built to protect the city from Turkish pirates. A part of the chapel that used to be on the territory of the residence of a wealthy family has been preserved since 1804.
There are 6-7 national parks around Podgorica that are worth visiting. For example, the Biokov Nature Park, which is spectacular for its sunsets. It is here that the highest point of Podgorica is located. The cities of Dubrovnik and Split are also worth visiting.

Beaches worth visiting

Due to the fact that Podgorica is a small town, all the beaches are located just a few minutes from each other. As a rule, tourists prefer the coast that is opposite the apartments. That is why the largest number of people rest in the center. The best reviews about the beach behind the Sirena Hotel. It is ideal for families with children, because there is a fairly steep slope to the sea, and the pebbles are very small, so you don’t need special shoes. You can also rent sunbeds. The beach is located among a large number of pine trees that create a pleasant shade. There are no pine trees on Aurora Beach, so you should visit it in the evening. If you want to take a lot of beautiful photos, then you should go to Chakle beach. There are a lot of palm trees, small waves, but few people swim here. If you are bored with the beaches of Podgorica, you can go to Tucepi or Makarska.

Entertainment in Podgorica

The main entertainment for tourists during the day is relaxing by the sea. For older children there is a playground on the water, which includes several slides and mazes. You can also ride a catamaran, a water scooter, make a parachute jump, or go on various excursions. The main routes are to the Balchyn Lakes, the Neretva Delta, and the monastery in Zaostrig. The towns of Promajna, Šibenik, Trogir, Split, and Dubrovnik are especially worthy of your attention.

There are also several nightclubs and restaurants on the waterfront that are open late. The nightlife of Podgorica ends there. We can safely characterize this resort as a family resort.

Where to eat

There are three restaurants worth visiting in Podgoro: Bistro Pizzeria Centrum, Tavern Nota Bene, and Roko Restaurant. All of them are known for their hospitable owners, quality service, and convenient location. These restaurants offer seafood and vegetarian dishes. In general, they are known for their European and Mediterranean cuisine.