Kotor Cathedral
Church Romanesque cathedral in Kotor's medieval old town
Kotor Cathedral (Cathedral of Saint Tryphon) fronts Kotor’s medieval square with Romanesque features and carved portals from the 12th century. Visitors combine a cathedral visit with walks around the old town and the Bay of Kotor.
Kotor Cathedral, formally the Cathedral of Saint Tryphon, is the Roman Catholic cathedral at the heart of Kotor’s Old Town and was consecrated in 1166. It is one of the principal medieval monuments in the Bay of Kotor.
The building displays Romanesque and later architectural features and contains a diocesan treasury with liturgical objects and relics, including items associated with Saint Tryphon. The cathedral has been repaired and altered repeatedly after earthquake damage over the centuries.
The cathedral stands inside Kotor’s walled historic centre on the Bay of Kotor and is a common stop on guided walking routes of the Old Town.
- Consecration date: Consecrated in 1166 and dedicated to Saint Tryphon, making it one of Kotor's principal medieval monuments.
- Location note: Located within Kotor's UNESCO-protected Old Town and commonly included on walking tours of the historic centre.
What to See #
- Treasury: The cathedral houses a historic diocesan treasury with liturgical objects and relics, displayed in a dedicated chamber accessible to visitors.
- Interior: Interior features medieval and later stonework and carved details typical of Romanesque and later reconstructions following earthquake damage.
How to Get to Kotor Cathedral #
Kotor Cathedral (Cathedral of Saint Tryphon) is in Kotor’s UNESCO medieval Old Town. From the main bus station or the Old Town Sea Gate, it’s an easy 5-10 minute walk along the stone streets to the cathedral square. Kotor is well served by regional buses from nearby coastal towns (Budva, Tivat) and by car; Tivat Airport is about 8 km away (roughly a 15-20 minute drive) and Dubrovnik is approximately 90 km by road (about 1.5-2 hours depending on border crossings and traffic).
Tips for Visiting Kotor Cathedral #
- Visit Kotor Cathedral early in the morning, before cruise‑ship shore excursions arrive, to enjoy the Old Town square and interior without the crowds.
- Enter from the cathedral square in Kotor's Old Town and allow time to see the treasury and Romanesque features inside; check opening times on arrival as hours can be limited or altered for services.
Best Time to Visit Kotor Cathedral #
For visiting the cathedral with fewer cruise-ship crowds, aim for shoulder months such as May or September.
Weather & Climate near Kotor Cathedral #
Kotor Cathedral's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 3°C to 30°C. Abundant rainfall (1408 mm/year), wettest in November.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 10°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (146 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (136 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (123 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (127 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 14°C. Regular rainfall (83 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm).
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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August
August is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (114 mm).
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October
October is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. Significant rainfall (160 mm).
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November
November is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 8°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (199 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (176 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
