City Walls, Dubrovnik

Lonely PlanetAug 28

16 Things to Know Before Visiting Dubrovnik

In the great walled city, don’t confuse laid-back with anything goes – read up on Dubrovnik’s quirks before you visit.

unmissable, symbol of the city

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Elaphiti islandsSightThe Elaphites have a total land area of around 30 square kilometres and a population of 850 inhabitants.
City WallsSightunmissable, symbol of the city
Rector's PalaceAttractionIt was also the seat of the Minor Council and the state administration.
Red History MuseumMuseumvisit at Gruž port
LokrumSightIt stretches from northwest to southeast and receives regular ferry service from the Old City port.
StonSighthas the largest walls in Europe
Hotel Stari GradHotelBook Marko Polo Maradiso Hotel by Aminess on Korčula.
360°Restaurantbook a full month in advance
Dubrovnik PassPlacegrants access to sights, bus tickets, and discounts
MostarSightOttoman gem, requires border crossing
KotorSightstunning, requires border crossing
SrđSightuphill viewpoint with panorama
Gruž portNeighborhoodroam markets or visit Red History Museum
LapadNeighborhoodseafront for sunsets
Pelješac PeninsulaSightsip bold reds in wineries
Konavle ValleySightdiscover folklore
OnofriosSightfountains with cool water in old town
Mljet islandSight
KorčulaSight
Franciscan MonasterySight
7oaks Noble HouseHotel

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Lonely PlanetJul 28

14 of the best things to do in Dubrovnik, Croatia

The top things to do in Dubrovnik span encounters with history, outdoor adventures, Croatian culture and filming locations from Game of Thrones.

2km circuit of Venetian-built fortifications with harbor views.

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Pile GateSightMain access point to the city walls battlements.
Dubrovnik Old TownHostelUNESCO-listed, protected by medieval fortifications.
City WallsSight2km circuit of Venetian-built fortifications with harbor views.
Ploče GateSightOne of two historic entrances into the city.
StradunNeighborhood300m limestone promenade, main thoroughfare through old town.
Gradska KavanaCaféBest spot for coffee on a raised terrace.
KroštuleRestaurantBowtie-shaped fried pastries, great with espresso.
Dubrovnik AquariumAquariumRespite from sun, packed with Adriatic marine life.
GianniIce cream shopLocal Italian-influenced ices and pastries.
Rector's PalaceAttractionFormer home of republic leaders, now Cultural History Museum.
Dubrovnik Symphony OrchestraPlaceHosts concerts in the Rector's Palace atrium.
Bota Oyster & Sushi BarRestaurantServes fresh oysters from Mali Ston Bay.
Cathedral of the Assumption of the Virgin MarySightTreasury displays 138 gold and silver reliquaries.
Red History MuseumMuseumShows life in Croatia during Socialist Yugoslavia.
KAWAPlaceConcept store selling modern Croatian creatives' output.
BužaBarOpen-air bars on rocks above the sea.
Franciscan MonasterySight14th-century cloister with a pharmacy and garden.
Franciscan PharmacyRestaurantStill prepares face creams using centuries-old recipes.
Maritime MuseumMuseumLearn about Dubrovnik's former naval might.
War Photo LimitedPublic artworkPhotographs offer glimpse of life during Balkan conflicts.
LokrumSightIsland with monastery, botanical garden, and fort.
Mt SrđTrailHillside path offers picturesque views of Dubrovnik.
Piknik DubrovnikPlaceBook picnic baskets for a trip to Mt Srđ.
ŠunjSightSandy beach on the island of Lopud.
Lopud 1483HotelUltra-luxurious retreat in a fortified monastery.

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16 Things to Know Before Visiting Dubrovnik

14 of the best things to do in Dubrovnik, Croatia