Ancient Legends and Modernity
Perast — A Town with History
Discover the heritage of the town of Perast and its secrets. Learn about the pirates of the Adriatic and the Mediterranean, and visit the Piratehouse Museum.
Perast is a small town located in the picturesque Bay of Kotor in Montenegro, which is considered the only southern fjord in Europe and the pearl of the Adriatic. Perast is known for its myths and legends, as well as a rich and unique history associated with the pirates of the Adriatic and the Mediterranean. There are many historical monuments and houses, including the Piratehouse, which is considered one of the most mysterious and mystical places in the town.
  • What secrets do these ancient walls keep?
  • Why is there no fortress wall around the town and the loopholes in the walls of the houses are directed towards the mountains?
  • How were the islands opposite the town formed and why are there only two of them?
  • Why has no one been able to conquer the towns of the Bay of Kotor?
  • What three significant artifacts are kept in the Piratehouse?
  • Who is guarded by the pirate statue at the entrance to the house and why do you need to throw a coin into his flask?

You will get answers to these and other questions by visiting our Piratehouse house museum.

Learn more about the lives of pirates in Perast and visit the Piratehouse Museum.
Visit the wall of great captains and leave your mark on the history of navigation and great discoveries.
Discover the history of Perast and the Piratehouse Museum! Learn about the pirates of the Adriatic and the Mediterranean, as well as famous pirate spots in the world: Tortuga, Port Royal, Clew Bay, Mogadishu, Madagascar, Tangier, Risan, Ulcinj. Dive into the atmosphere of sea adventures with us!
Piratehouse — The Home Where the History of Adriatic Pirates Comes to Life
Perast is a city with a rich history, where pirate legends and reality are intertwined. We invite you to get to know this amazing place!

The Piratehouse Museum is a real portal to the past. Here you will learn about the history of the pirates of the Adriatic and the Mediterranean, see ancient artifacts and take a photo with a pirate sitting at the entrance to the museum.

Don't forget to throw a coin into the pirate's flask and ask him for something secret - they say he helps!

Visit the Piratehouse, leave your name in pirate history and immerse yourself in the world of legends and myths of Perast!

Piratehouse is an ancient museum where you can explore the lives of pirates and discover their secrets. You can book a private tour of Perast, including a visit to Piratehouse, and immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the past.

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