Bar is an Adriatic cruise port in southern Montenegro and the country's largest commercial port. Cruise ships use Bar Cruise Port at the Port of Adria, a multipurpose facility close to the modern city of Bar.
Where cruise ships dock in Bar
Cruise vessels use dedicated facilities at the Port of Adria, with the cruise port located at North Pier 2, Berth 4/5. The port publishes capacity for large cruise ships of around 330 metres in length with a maximum draught of approximately 12 metres. Anchoring is also available when operationally required.
Bar is a working commercial port, so passengers should use the authorised shuttle transport rather than attempt to walk through operational port areas. Bar Cruise Port provides shuttle buses within the port to move passengers safely between the vessel and the city access point.
Getting into Bar
The cruise port is immediately beside modern Bar. Once passengers have left the controlled port area, the city's waterfront, marina, promenade, shops and cafés are close at hand. Taxis provide an easy option for attractions farther from the centre.
Bar is also the southern terminus of the well-known Belgrade-Bar railway, while regional buses connect the city with other destinations along Montenegro's coast and inland.
What to see during a cruise call
The modern waterfront is home to King Nikola's Palace, built in 1885 and now used as a museum and gallery. Nearby promenades and beaches provide an easy option for passengers who prefer to remain close to the ship.
Approximately 4 km inland is Stari Bar, the historic Old Town. Its atmospheric ruins, fortifications, churches, Ottoman-era structures and aqueduct sit beneath Mount Rumija and provide a striking contrast with modern Bar on the coast.
Close to Stari Bar is the famous Old Olive Tree, traditionally regarded as more than 2,000 years old and one of the region's best-known natural landmarks.
Excursions from Bar
Lake Skadar is one of the leading excursions from Bar, offering mountain scenery, wildlife and boat trips. Other options include coastal destinations, beaches, wineries and historic sites across southern Montenegro.
Passengers travelling independently should allow a generous return margin, particularly when visiting attractions outside Bar or using regional transport.
Practical information
Montenegro uses the euro despite not being a member of the European Union, and Bar follows the Europe/Podgorica time zone. Card payments are common in tourist businesses, although carrying some cash can be useful for smaller purchases and local transport.
Passengers with reduced mobility should notify their cruise line before sailing. Bar Cruise Port states that special vehicles can be provided for passengers with disabilities to travel safely from the vessel through the working port to the city centre.