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Dubrovnik Croatia

Country: Croatia · Region: Adriatic · Currency: Euro

Dubrovnik is a historic walled city on the Adriatic coast and UNESCO World Heritage Site, nicknamed the 'Pearl of the Adriatic.' Cruise ships dock at Port Gruž or tender to the Old Port, providing easy access to the beautifully preserved Old Town with its Baroque architecture, city walls, and numerous fortresses.

Top sights

City Walls, Old Town (Placa Stradun), Fort Lovrijenac, Rector's Palace, Sponza Palace, Bell Tower

Things to do

Old Town and Placa Stradun
The central east-west street with uniform Baroque architecture, shops, and the heart of the city after 1667 earthquake reconstruction.
Fort Lovrijenac
A 37-meter-high monumental fort with spectacular views of the walled city and an inscription reading 'Freedom is not sold for all the gold in the world.'
Rector's Palace
Former palace of the Major Council now housing a museum dedicated to the city's history.
Sponza Palace
A Gothic Renaissance palace from before the 1667 earthquake that hosts historic archives and a memorial room for defenders.

Beaches

Dubrovnik West Harbour
A peaceful area between Fort Lovrijenac and Old Town where visitors can swim, sunbathe, canoe, and have coffee.

Where to eat

Old Town Restaurants
Countless restaurants and bars throughout the Old Town, though prices are approximately twice those of neighboring Montenegro.

Bars and nightlife

Old Town Bars
Numerous bars located throughout the pedestrianized Old Town area.

Weather in Dubrovnik by month

Averages from 2015 to 2024, not a forecast. Within about two weeks of a date, the live forecast above is the one to trust.

MonthAverage highAverage lowRainfallWet days
January52°F39°F7.2 in12
February55°F42°F6.1 in10
March58°F44°F6.4 in11
April64°F49°F4.3 in10
May71°F57°F4.3 in10
June80°F66°F1.9 in6
July86°F71°F1.2 in3
August86°F71°F1.8 in5
September78°F64°F4.7 in7
October70°F56°F7.4 in10
November63°F50°F11.1 in13
December56°F43°F7.9 in14

Getting around

The Old Town is completely pedestrianized; from Port Gruž, take local buses 1, 1A, or 1B to reach the Old Town, or walk via sea taxi.

What to eat

Restaurants and cafes line the Placa Stradun street; expect prices to be approximately twice as high as in nearby Montenegro.

Tips

Purchase a Dubrovnik Pass (€40 for one day) which includes City Walls entry, most museums, and unlimited bus travel, saving €5 compared to buying separately.

Best for

Historic architecture, walking city walls

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Photos

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Casco viejo de Dubrovnik, Croacia, -04-14, DD 07Photo: Diego Delso / Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 3.0
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Dubrovnik-Croatia-Rene-Cortin-7Photo: René Cortin / Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 4.0
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Dubrovnik - Old harbour 2Photo: Tiia Monto / Wikimedia Commons / CC BY 4.0
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Dubrownik, portPhoto: Marcin Konsek / Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 4.0