Museum of Local History in Ulcinj

The entrance fee is affordable - €1. The views are great and there’s a little bit of history to learn but there’s not much, could be done in less than 30 minutes.

Very nice place, but part was closed and there are no guides there unfortunately or anyone that can say anything abot this place.

Very affordable at 1€ entrance fee. Short attractions which shows little bit of a the Ulcinj's history. Due to lack of safety rails I would recommend for older children with parent supervision, especially on the wall, where the view is great but there is no guardrails.

At the top of Ulcinj’s Old Town, there is a building with a rich history, which has served various purposes over the centuries. This building, now housing the Ulcinj Museum, has an interesting past, having changed its function and religious affiliation over time. History of the Building: • Church of St. Mark: Originally, this building was constructed as the Church of St. Mark during the Venetian rule over Ulcinj, likely between the 14th and 15th centuries. The church played a significant role in the religious and cultural life of the city during the Venetian period. • Converted into a Mosque: After Ulcinj was conquered by the Ottoman Empire in 1571, the Church of St. Mark was converted into a mosque. The mosque was named Namazgah. This practice of converting churches into mosques was common during the Ottoman expansion to accommodate the religious needs of the Muslim community. • Ulcinj Museum: Today, this building functions as the Ulcinj Museum. The museum holds a rich collection of archaeological artifacts, ethnographic exhibits, and historical documents that illustrate the region’s vibrant past. The museum building itself is a significant historical monument, reflecting the turbulent history of Ulcinj and its transformation over the centuries. This structure, with its layered history, is a testament to the cultural and religious heritage of Ulcinj, reflecting the changes that have occurred in the region throughout different historical periods.

Lovely small museum with some info about the history of Ulcinj city. You won’t miss something if you skip it. It’s ok but that’s it.

Good prices to look round. Not disabled friendly. Staff lovely.

We found this to be somewhat underwhelming. The upside is that it is very cheap to enter (€1.50) and the panoramic views from the top of the wall are quite nice. It is important to note that during our visit (June, 2022), there was significant renovation under way, which made some areas inaccessible and diminished the experience. The man working at the museum (Antonne) was VERY kind and helpful, and he explained several interesting features to us.

Such an interesting place, worth visiting