In Kotor’s Old Town, the Kotor Cats Museum is a small collection devoted to cats and their place in the city. Its two rooms and connecting corridor hold cat-themed postcards, photographs, paintings, prints, coins, medals and other memorabilia. The displays are modest, so plan a brief stop rather than a full museum visit. Admission and souvenir sales help fund food and care for Kotor’s street cats, and the shop sells cat-themed gifts. It’s an especially fitting detour if you’ve been spotting cats around the Old Town.
A small collection in the Old Town
Kotor Cats Museum is a compact museum in Kotor’s Old Town, dedicated to cats and the affection they inspire. Its collection is arranged across two small rooms joined by a corridor. Expect a brief visit, with simple displays rather than a large or interactive museum experience.
The exhibits include postcards, photographs, paintings, prints and other cat-related objects. Coins and medals are also among the items on display. The collection brings together images and memorabilia from different places and periods, giving cat lovers plenty of details to browse in a short stop.
Cats and the character of Kotor
Cats are a familiar sight in Kotor, resting in sunny spots and wandering through the Old Town’s lanes and squares. The museum is a tribute to their connection with the city and its residents. Its subject feels at home among the cats outside, which you may notice as you explore the surrounding streets.
The collection grew from a large donation of cat images by Countess Francesca di Montereale Mantica. Later donations added to it. The museum’s materials include depictions of cats with people, as well as cat-themed prints and everyday objects.
Supporting the city’s cats
The museum is also a place to support local care for Kotor’s street cats. Part of the money from admissions and souvenir sales goes toward feeding and caring for them. Visitors can also make a donation, and some have brought cat food to give.
The shop sells cat-themed keepsakes, including items such as postcards, magnets, pens, T-shirts and pictures. Its small size makes the museum easy to fit into a walk through the Old Town; allow about 20 to 30 minutes to look around and browse the shop.
FAQ
How long does a visit to Kotor Cats Museum take?
Allow about 20 to 30 minutes. The collection is small, with two rooms and a connecting corridor.
What can you see inside Kotor Cats Museum?
The displays include cat-themed postcards, photographs, paintings, prints, coins, medals and other memorabilia.
Does a visit support Kotor’s street cats?
Part of the money from admissions and souvenir sales helps feed and care for the city’s street cats. Donations are also possible.
Can you buy souvenirs at Kotor Cats Museum?
Yes. The shop sells cat-themed items, including postcards, magnets, pens, T-shirts and pictures.
