Dubrovnik

Dubrovnik – The stone beauty where history meets the azure sea.

Croatia

About Dubrovnik

Dubrovnik is one of the world's most spectacular destinations. Its striking Old Town, completely enclosed by massive medieval walls, is a UNESCO World Heritage site that looks like something out of a fairytale. Marble-paved streets like the Stradun, baroque churches, and the glittering Adriatic Sea right at its doorstep give the city a magical aura. Despite its popularity, the city maintains an incomparable elegance that enchants visitors from the very first moment.

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Highlights & sights

  • ✓ Dubrovnik City Walls
  • ✓ Stradun (Placa)
  • ✓ Lovrijenac Fortress
  • ✓ Mount Srđ Cable Car
  • ✓ Lokrum Island
  • ✓ Dubrovnik Cathedral
  • ✓ Rector's Palace
  • ✓ Buža Bar (Cliff bar)
  • ✓ Old Town Harbor
  • ✓ Elaphite Islands

How to get there

Dubrovnik Airport (DBV) is located about 20 km south of the city. Regular shuttle buses and taxis connect it to the center. Dubrovnik is also a major cruise ship port and is excellently connected via fast ferries (catamarans) to Split and the islands of Hvar, Korčula, and Brač.

Tips & info

Insider Tips

  1. Walk the City Walls right at opening (8:00 AM) to beat both the heat and the crowds.
  2. Take the 10-minute ferry to Lokrum Island for a nature break and a swim in the "Dead Sea" salt lake.
  3. Enjoy a drink at Buža Bar, perched directly on the cliffs outside the city walls.
  4. Take the cable car up Mount Srđ just before sunset for the iconic panoramic view of the town.
  5. Explore the steep side alleys north of the Stradun for more authentic dining and fewer crowds.

Dubrovnik & Surroundings

Dubrovnik is the gateway to the southernmost tip of Croatia and ideal for cross-border adventures.

Nearby highlights:

  1. Cavtat (picturesque coastal village)
  2. Korčula Island (birthplace of Marco Polo)
  3. Trsteno Arboretum
  4. Konavle Valley (wine region)
  5. Bay of Kotor (Montenegro)

Best Day Trips

Elaphite Islands

A three-island tour (Koločep, Lopud, Šipan) for untouched nature and sandy bays.

Kotor (Montenegro)

A spectacular fjord and medieval town, only a 2-hour drive away.

Mostar (Bosnia)

Famous for its historic bridge and the cultural blend of East and West.

Mljet Island

A national park paradise with two saltwater lakes, perfect for hiking and cycling.

Best Time to Visit

  1. May & June: Pleasant temperatures, blooming nature, and the city isn't overheated yet.
  2. September & October: The sea is warm, the air mild, and cruise ship traffic starts to thin.
  3. July & August: Peak season – very hot and crowded, but perfect for the Dubrovnik Summer Festival.
  4. Winter: Very quiet, many restaurants close, but you have the city walls almost to yourself.