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Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik often hailed as "The Pearl of the Adriatic Sea," stands as a venerable testament to centuries of rich history and cultural significance. Situated majestically within the borders of Croatia, this ancient city has been honored with the prestigious designation of a UNESCO World Heritage Site since the year 1979, a testament to its enduring legacy and architectural splendor. Within its labyrinthine streets and towering ramparts, Dubrovnik harbors a wealth of historical treasures, with each corner whispering tales of times long past.
Dubrovnik is famous for Stradun, a street lined with cafes or bars bustling with visitors. The world-famous Dubrovnik Summer Festival is held in summer, featuring music, theater, dance performances, and more.
Dubrovnik is bustling with many visitors willing to queue at souvenir shops. This Old City attracts the attention of many tourists who want to set foot on land that 800 years ago was fought over by Turkey, France, and Austria. Today's Dubrovnik Old Town has flourished as a popular trading post under self-rule since the 15th century.
Travel Tips for Grad Dubrovnik
What you need to know before traveling here
Getting Around Dubrovnik
A guide to Dubrovnik's local transportation
There is a good bus service in the city. You can check the routes and schedules on the Bus Terminal website.
Practical Tips for Dubrovnik
Things to prepare and best way to visit
You may enter Dubrovnik through Pile Gate – in front of Stradun. Here you will find the Onofrio Fountain built in 1438. Still, within the same area, there is the oldest functioning pharmacy, operating since 1391. At the other end of Stradun, you will find the favorite Column of Orlando among locals, Sponza Palace, and the baroque-style Church of St. Blaise. Not far from there, there is the Rector's Palace built in 1441, now functioning as a city museum with valuable and historical artifacts.
Near the palace, there is the Bare Gunduliceva Poljana Square, which also serves as a morning market location. In the same area as the square, the Jesuit Monastery was built in the early 18th century. The Old Town of Dubrovnik is filled with historical traces of the past and is well-preserved to this day.
You can visit Dubrovnik for as long as you like. You will surely enjoy your time in this stunning old city. Dubrovnik offers so much, so it takes about 7-14 days to explore all the places. However, if you only have limited time, you can explore Dubrovnik for two days and enjoy a delightful city exploration.
On the first day, you can explore the Old Town Walls starting from Stradun, Onofrio Fountain, Franciscan Monastery, see Sponza Palace, Orlando's Column, Rector's Palace, stop by to buy souvenirs or relax in a cafe while enjoying coffee. From the afternoon until evening, you can take a cable car to Mount Srd and see the stunning Old Town from above.
On the second morning, you can join an organized Game of Thrones Walking Tour, which takes you around the filming locations. Continue exploring until the evening on Lokrum Island, which is only about a 10-minute boat ride from the port of Dubrovnik.
There are several options to get to Dubrovnik from the Dubrovnik Airport. If you are heading directly to the Old Town, it is recommended to take the bus rather than a taxi. Besides the cheaper ticket price, around 10 euros, you also need to continue the journey by walking to the Old Town. Taxis cannot take you closer to your destination. Taxi fares are also more pricey, around 30-40 euros, from the airport to the Old Town.
Visiting Dubrovnik without crowds can be done from mid-September to October or from April to mid-June. The weather will be relatively calmer, and accommodation will be cheaper. In the summer, Dubrovnik has enthusiastic tourists exploring all the best places. If you visit in the summer, there are plenty of water sports activities, vibrant nightlife, and a golden brown tan from the Mediterranean sun.
Traditional dishes not to be missed include smoked ham and cheese, and seafood lovers will find it hard to resist dishes like Dalmatian octopus salad, black squid ink risotto, mussels, and grilled sardines. Dubrovnik also offers many wine options. Local winemakers are proud of their red wines, the most famous of which is Plavac Mali, named after the characteristic black grapes grown on the nearby Peljesac Peninsula.
Travel Tips for Grad Dubrovnik
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