Why visit
Podgorica is the capital of Montenegro. A practical starting point for museums, food, and onward routes into the country.
Montenegro at a glance
Country center
42.5°, 19.3°
Coast
Has coastline
Country area
13,812 km²
5,333 mi²
Country population
620k
45/km²
Subregion
Southeast Europe
Currency
Euro (€)
EUR
Dial
+382
Language
Montenegrin
Demonym
Montenegrin
Internet
.me
UN
Member state
ISO code
ME / MNE
Where in the world
42.5° · 19.3°
Montenegro
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Did you know
- Montenegro means "Black Mountain": the Venetians named it for the dark forests on Mount Lovćen.
- Kotor Bay is often called Europe's southernmost fjord, though it's technically a submerged river canyon (ria).
- Montenegro uses the euro despite not being in the EU: adopted unilaterally in 2002.
Bordering Montenegro
Plan checks
- Choose a neighborhood first: many capitals have tourist centers that are not the best places to stay.
- Public transport passes usually beat taxis and rideshares for multi-day visits.
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Frequently asked about Podgorica
What currency is used in Podgorica?
Podgorica uses the Euro (€), ISO code EUR.
What languages are spoken in Montenegro?
The primary language is Montenegrin.
What is the international calling code for Montenegro?
The calling code is +382.
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