Dubrovnik is more than just a destination – it’s an experience. Known as the “Pearl of the Adriatic,” this Croatian gem offers a stunning blend of medieval architecture, crystal-clear waters, and rich cultural history. Thanks to its starring role in Game of Thrones, Dubrovnik has become one of the world’s most photographed cities – and it’s absolutely worth the hype.
Whether for a weekend or as a stopover on a tour of Croatia, Dubrovnik is compact but full of discoveries. Here is a brief summary; you can read more details and watch the video below.
The Old Town – A UNESCO World Heritage Site
Step through the Pile Gate and you're instantly transported back in time. Dubrovnik’s Old Town is a pedestrian-only masterpiece filled with baroque churches, stone alleys, historic palaces, and charming squares.
The main promenade, Stradun, is perfect for strolling, shopping, or sipping a coffee as you soak up the atmosphere. Don't miss the Franciscan Monastery, home to one of the oldest pharmacies in Europe.
Walk the Walls – The Best View in Town
One of the top things to do in Dubrovnik is the walk along its city walls. Stretching nearly 2 kilometers, the walls circle the Old Town and offer breathtaking views of red-tiled rooftops, the shimmering sea, and nearby islands.
Must-See Sights in Dubrovnik
➔ Lovrijenac Fortress: Also known as “Dubrovnik's Gibraltar” – famous from “Game of Thrones” as the Red Keep.
➔ Rector's Palace: Renaissance meets Gothic – former residence of the city's rulers.
➔ Cable car to Mount Srđ: For the best panoramic view of the city and the sea.
➔ Lokrum Island: Just 10 minutes by ferry – a natural paradise, swimming spots, and a monastery included.
- Travel duration: 3 days
- Best time to travel: May to October
- Main course: 75 HRK
- Currency: 75 HRK (Croatian Kuna) correspond to 10 EUR (as of August 2020). Mostly you can pay by credit card, but for small things and public transport you should have some local currency.
Arrival
The distance from Airport Dubrovnik to the city center is about 20 kilometers, which you can cover in 30 minutes with the shuttle bus from Platanus . The Tourist Information Centres is at your disposal in the city center in front of the city wall on Brsalje Street.
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top attractions
Start your tour with an hour's walk along the two kilometer long city wallthat surrounds the historic old town of Dubrovnik and is considered the best preserved fortification in Europe. On the 25-meter-high wall, numerous panoramic views await you.
The old town, which has grown over the centuries, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in its entirety and contains well-preserved buildings and cultural monuments from the Middle Ages, the Baroque and Renaissance periods. The Stradun is the promenade of the old town, which is lined with many stores and restaurants. It leads to Dubrovnik's landmark, the bell tower on Placa Luža. Here you can also find the Sponza Palace with the city archive and the baroque church of St. Blasius. A visit to the Cultural History Museum is worthwhile just for the tour of the impressive Rector's Palace. Just opposite is the cathedral Velika Gospa, which houses the largest church treasure on the Adriatic.
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The popular sandy and pebble beach Banje south of the old town of Dubrovnik is not only perfect for a relaxing day at the beach, but you can also party until the early morning hours at the Beach Club with its DJ parties. Nearby, the restaurant Kavana Lazareti offers affordable Dalmatian dishes.
To the local mountain Srđ the cable carbrings you up. On the panoramic terraces you can enjoy with a drink the fantastic view of Dubrovnik, the island Lokrum and a romantic sunset.
Lokrum is a nature reserve. Here you can take wonderful walks, swim in the salt lake Mrtvo More and relax in small bays. Excursion boats run regularly between the port Portoč on Lokrum and the old port of Dubrovnik.
Also from the old port by boat or alternatively by bus from Gruž you can reach the village Cavtat, 20 kilometers away, which is ideal for a day trip. The ancient port town with its many small fishing boats was developed from the ancient settlement Epidaurum . On your tour you will encounter many archaeological remains. A 7-kilometer long promenade leads you to beautiful beaches and to the Šipun cave with an underground lake.
The fish restaurant Ivan you can taste authentic Croatian food.
Getting around in Dubrovnik
You can explore the only-pedestrian old town on foot. The bus line network between the districts is well developed. You can buy a ticket from the driver for 15 kuna (you should have coins) or from a kiosk for 12 kuna. After validation the ticket is valid for one hour (theoretically also for the return trip). Regular boat lines connect Dubrovnik with the surrounding islands and nearby coastal towns. Detailed information can be found here.
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With a rental car you can explore other beautiful places in the area. The port city Kotor in Montenegro or the Bosnian city Mostar are each only two hours away. For a Croatia round trip by car we show you places worth seeing in this blog article .
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