Kotor, Montenegro
Kotor Cats
A UNESCO-listed Adriatic old town nicknamed the “City of Cats” — street cats lounge in stone lanes, squares, and cafés around Kotor’s walled centre.
Before you go
- Summer cruise days can crowd the lanes — early morning or late afternoon are often calmer for spotting cats.
- The Cats Museum charges a small entry fee; hours may vary — check the official site.
- Feeding stations appear in places — leave them as you find them and observe cats quietly.
About Kotor Cats
Kotor’s walled Old Town on the Bay of Kotor is one of Montenegro’s best-known destinations — and cats are part of its identity. Sailors once brought cats ashore to control rodents in the port; today, community cats rest on benches, window ledges, and café terraces throughout the pedestrian maze. Square of the Arms (Trg od Oružja), just inside the Sea Gate, is an easy starting point for a slow walk through the lanes. You will also see cat-themed souvenirs, murals, and shop signs — part of the town’s playful branding rather than separate landmarks. The Cats Museum (Muzej mačaka) on Trg Gospa od Anđela collects vintage cat art and memorabilia from the 16th century onward; a small entry fee supports the collection. Local volunteers and groups such as Kotor Kitties help with spay-neuter and care for community cats. Observe quietly and keep a respectful distance — this is a living old town, not a petting zoo.
Kotor Walking Map
Open in Google MapsThis map covers Kotor Old Town, Kotor Cats Museum, and the Cats of Kotor souvenir shop. Observe cats quietly — do not chase them through the lanes. Locations are approximate.
Kotor Spot Guide
How to get to Kotor Cats
The nearest airport is Tivat (TIV), about 15–20 minutes by road; Podgorica (TGD) and Dubrovnik (DBV) in Croatia are also used. Buses and taxis connect Tivat and other towns to Kotor. Many visitors arrive by cruise ship or ferry at the port beside the Old Town.
Enter through the Sea Gate (Glavna vrata / Main Gate) on the waterfront — you step straight into Square of the Arms. The Old Town is pedestrian-only; cats are easiest to spot on a slow wander through the lanes and small squares. The Cats Museum is a short walk away near Trg Gospa od Anđela (look for cat signage). Confirm opening hours and entry fee on catsmuseum.org before you visit the museum.
- Reach Kotor by bus, taxi, ferry, or cruise — the Old Town sits beside the port.
- Enter through the Sea Gate and start at Square of the Arms.
- Wander the stone lanes and smaller squares at a calm pace — cats are often on benches and terraces.
- Optional — visit the Cats Museum on Trg Gospa od Anđela (check catsmuseum.org for hours).
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