Best of Dubrovnik
The city of Dubrovnik was built on maritime trade. In the Middle Ages it became the only city-state in the Adriatic to rival Venice. Supported by its wealth and skilled diplomacy, the city achieved a remarkable level of development during the 15th and 16th centuries.
STROLL UPON DUBROVNIK WALLS
The monumental walls that encircle Dubrovnik, punctuated by towers and overlooking the sea, are undoubtedly the city's most unique and famous feature. There is no place like it on earth. With the glittering Adriatic on one side and the red clay roofs of the old town on the other, a walk on top of the walls is sure to be a highlight of your visit to Dubrovnik.
BIRD'S EYE OF DUBROVNIK
Dubrovnik Cable Cars.Dubrovnik is a good-looking destination, but seeing it from up above will show you the grand size and scale, as well as seeing a little further afield too. On a clear day you can see up to 60 km away – that’s as far as the beautiful Elafiti Islands!
GAME OF THRONES THROWBACK
Despite Cersei’s tyranny and Drogon’s fire, Dubrovnik old town, the set of King’s Landing, is still standing. Walking down the main street, turn right just before the elegant clocktower to reach the Jesuit stairs and Od Margarite street, or go straight on for Od Dominika street, all sites of the infamous Walk of Shame scene
CATHEDRALS OF DUBROVNIK
Churches in Dubrovnik display art by both local artists and international masters. In the Cathedral, admire the Assumption of Mary, a 16th-century polyptych by Titian displayed above the main altar. In the baroque St Ignatius of Loyola Church, stunning illusionist frescoes fill the main apse. Inside the church of Dubrovnik’s patron saint Blaise, look up at colourful stained glass windows by Ivo Dulčić, the city's beloved son.
LOKRUM ISLAND
There is a regular, timetabled boat service to the island that departs from Dubrovnik Old Town port. Boats run daily from April to November each year, with a higher frequency of service in the peak summer months. You can see the timetable on the Lokrum island website. Journey time is only 10 minutes.For the more energetic amongst you, you can also join a local kayaking tour group and kayak over to the island!
