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Dubrovnik (UK: / d (j) ʊ ˈ b r ɒ v n ɪ k / dyuu-BROV-nik, US: / d uː ˈ-/ doo-, Croatian: [dǔbroːʋniːk] ⓘ), historically known as Ragusa (Italian: [raˈɡuːza] ⓘ; see notes on naming), is a city in southern Dalmatia, Croatia, by the Adriatic Sea.
- +385 20
- Croatia
- 3 m (10 ft)
- Dubrovnik-Neretva
Discover the beauty and history of Dubrovnik, a UNESCO-listed city with ancient walls, baroque buildings and a shimmering sea. Find the best attractions, activities, restaurants and tips from Lonely Planet experts.
- Walk a complete circuit of the City Walls. Of all the things to do in Dubrovnik, the absolute unmissable experience is a walk around the battlements of the medieval city walls.
- Drink morning coffee on the Stradun. Drinking coffee is a morning ritual in Dalmatia. In Dubrovnik, the place to do it is the Stradun (aka Placa). This 300m-long (984ft) white limestone-paved promenade, the main thoroughfare through the old town, effectively links Pile Gate and Ploče Gate.
- See how local aristocrats once lived at the Rector’s Palace. Until 1808, Dubrovnik was a tiny but sophisticated self-governing republic called Ragusa.
- Encounter Adriatic marine life at the aquarium. Below the Maritime Museum, on the ground floor of St John's Fortress, you'll find the aquarium. This dark, peaceful space offers respite from the hot summer sun (especially worthwhile if you've got tired children in tow).
- 1 to 2 hours. TIME TO SPEND. The first thing you'll see as you approach Dubrovnik from the sky or the sea is the city walls. These ancient fortifications were built and rebuilt in the 13th, 14th and 15th centuries as the threat of Turkish invaders grew.
- Free, Neighborhood/Area. TYPE. Half Day to Full Day. TIME TO SPEND. By the end of your visit to this circumvented paradise, you might find yourself wanting to stay inside the formidable stone city walls beyond your scheduled itinerary.
- Beaches, Sightseeing. TYPE. 1 to 2 hours. TIME TO SPEND. Dubrovnik's beaches, while gorgeous, are limited in space and number and can get very crowded.
- Address: Antuninska 6. Museums. TYPE. 2 hours to Half Day. TIME TO SPEND. This museum might be a welcome change from the ancient history on view at Dubrovnik's other top sights, however, much of the material may be disturbing for some.
- Plan to see more than just the old town, and to put in some time. Many visitors to Dubrovnik make the mistake of thinking there’s not much more to the town than the whitewashed walled city.
- Beware of the borders. If you're driving from Split to Dubrovnik, or if you intend to visit the Ottoman gem of Mostar, you'll have to cross the border with Bosnia and Herzegovina, and visiting the stunning Kotor requires crossing the border with Montenegro.
- Beachwear, slip-proof footwear and layers are the key to smart packing. The locals in Dubrovnik dress casually but stylishly. Your suitcase should feature the summer classics, from shorts and airy dresses to all things sun and beach, from bathing suits and flip-flops to hats, shades and sunblock.
- Book accommodations and restaurants in advance. Arriving in Dubrovnik spontaneously and hoping to find a place to stay in the high season is pretty much a recipe for disaster.
Jan 1, 2024 · Discover the ancient, walled medieval city on the Adriatic Sea with this guide to the best attractions, activities and food in Dubrovnik. Learn about the history, culture and Game of Thrones filming sites of this stunning destination.
Dubrovnik is an old city on the Adriatic Sea coast in the extreme south of Croatia. It is one of the most prominent tourist resorts of the Mediterranean, a seaport and the centre of the Dubrovnik-Neretva County. Its population is about 43,000 in 2011. Dubrovnik is nicknamed "Pearl of the Adriatic" and is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site .
