The National Museum of Montenegro is the most significant museum institution in the country, a complex of several units that preserve the nation's rich heritage. Its most impressive and central building is the former Government House (Vladin Dom), a magnificent neo-baroque palace built in 1910. This grand building itself is a historical monument and serves as the primary exhibition space for two of the museum's most important departments: the Historical Museum and the Art Museum. The Historical Museum offers a comprehensive journey through Montenegro's dramatic past, from the medieval era of the Crnojević dynasty to the battles for independence and the 20th century. The Art Museum holds the most extensive collection of art in Montenegro, showcasing masterpieces by Montenegrin and Yugoslav artists, as well as a valuable international collection. The National Museum complex also includes King Nikola's Museum, the Biljarda, and the Ethnographic Museum in nearby buildings. A visit to the main Government House building is an essential experience in Cetinje, offering a deep dive into the art, culture, and soul of the Montenegrin nation, all within one of its most beautiful architectural gems.
- This one building houses both the Historical Museum and the Art Museum. Be sure to allocate enough time to explore both wings.
- Ask about a combined ticket at the entrance, which often provides discounted access to the other museum units in Cetinje, like King Nikola's Museum and the Biljarda.
