Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik
The City of Dubrovnik is buzzing with life all year around. The astonishing beauty of the marble-clad Old Town is only to be found within the city walls. It is always full of people in the squares, in the small alleyways, in the cafés and in the bars. The clean beaches and the crystal-clear blue water surrounding the city walls of Dubrovnik captivate the visitor with their charm.Find your trip
This monastery dates back to 1301, and it was built by the citizens of Dubrovnik who were ordered to work on it by the local authorities. The attached museum contains an impressive selection of arts from sixteenth-century Dubrovnik including votive jewellery, relics, manuscripts, valuable documents and much more.
The best views of Dubrovnik and the surrounding area are, without doubt, experienced from the top of the Srd Hill. The Dubrovnik Cable Car was built back in 1969 and was eagerly used by millions of visitors who wanted to enjoy the most stunning panoramic views. On a clear day, you can see up to 60 km (37 miles). For this reason, the neighbouring Imperial Fortress was strategically built on this privileged spot, back in the early 19th century. It is also possible to get there by car or walking. No matter how you get there, a fantastic view is your reward!
Near Dubrovnik there is the archipelago of thirteen larger and smaller islands and islets known under the common name of the Elafiti. Among them three inhabited islands are of particular interest. Starting from Dubrovnik westwards these are Kolocep or Kalamota (as it is called by the locals), Lopud and Sipan. These islands, being a nature park, give pleasure to the eyes and soul of every traveller seeking peace and relaxation. On these islands without traffic, surrounded by turquoise blue sea, you can enjoy a walk through the forest paths, rest on sandy and stone beaches, taste fresh seafood in restaurants and taverns.
Just outside of town this beautiful Renaissance garden is perched on a hillside overlooking the sea. Palm trees, mandarins and grapefruits grow in this wonderful lush garden together with 400-year-old trees with some reaching heights of 50 metres. Particularly well-worth visiting on a sunny day in spring.
Dubrovnik’s baroque Assumption of the Virgin Mary Cathedral was built in the 18th century over the earlier Romanesque Cathedral dating to the 12th century, which was destroyed in the great earthquake of 1667. The Treasury inside the cathedral houses 132 relics of saints dating from the 11th to the 19th centuries. The priceless head, arms and leg relics of St. Blaise that were crafted by Dubrovnik goldsmiths date between the 11th and 12th centuries.
Step back into the 16th century and visit a museum the likes of which you have never yet seen. An interesting and modern audio-visual presentation will give visitors the opportunity of becoming familiar with the life and works of the greatest Croatian Renaissance comedian from Dubrovnik, Marin Držić.
This monastery dates back to 1301, and it was built by the citizens of Dubrovnik who were ordered to work on it by the local authorities. The attached museum contains an impressive selection of arts from sixteenth-century Dubrovnik including votive jewellery, relics, manuscripts, valuable documents and much more.
The best views of Dubrovnik and the surrounding area are, without doubt, experienced from the top of the Srd Hill. The Dubrovnik Cable Car was built back in 1969 and was eagerly used by millions of visitors who wanted to enjoy the most stunning panoramic views. On a clear day, you can see up to 60 km (37 miles). For this reason, the neighbouring Imperial Fortress was strategically built on this privileged spot, back in the early 19th century. It is also possible to get there by car or walking. No matter how you get there, a fantastic view is your reward!
Exquisite up-market restaurant with two floors of dining rooms and terrific service. Nautika Restaurant is considered one of the best seafood restaurant in town. Besides serving seafood dishes, they also prepare the finest meat and vegetarian dishes. A huge selection of wines does justice to the fare. Might be necessary to book in advance.
Fantastic restaurant where the meat dishes are just as well prepared as the seafood. There is a formal dining room inside and more casual outdoor terrace. Proto has been a restaurant since 1886 and carries plenty of history. The restaurant provides excellent service and great attention to detail. Good idea to book in advance.
Only five minutes’ walk away from the Old town, you will find this family tradition since 1880. A feel-good restaurant with a solid Mediterranean menu. Good fish and meat dishes, as well as salad bar, pasta and a varied selection of soups.
This excellent restaurant features a large, welcoming garden terrace. Their grilled meat dishes are highly recommended. The restaurant offers a view of the Minceta Fortress which can be enjoyed while dining.
Popular among the locals and tourist, this seafood restaurant is located in the Old town. The interior is cosy and the lively atmosphere hums. Mussels and oysters are among the favourite dishes. Here they serve large portions for reasonable prices.
Exquisite up-market restaurant with two floors of dining rooms and terrific service. Nautika Restaurant is considered one of the best seafood restaurant in town. Besides serving seafood dishes, they also prepare the finest meat and vegetarian dishes. A huge selection of wines does justice to the fare. Might be necessary to book in advance.
Fantastic restaurant where the meat dishes are just as well prepared as the seafood. There is a formal dining room inside and more casual outdoor terrace. Proto has been a restaurant since 1886 and carries plenty of history. The restaurant provides excellent service and great attention to detail. Good idea to book in advance.
Dubrovnik’s Old Town offers the best shopping and plenty of variety for its visitors. The Stradun houses the oldest pharmacy in the world, and from there shops fan out in all directions. There are all sorts of souvenir shops in the vicinity and other types of retail shops can be easily found in the streets around Stradun. In the alleyways you can find everything you need, such as shoe shops, jewellery, clothes, bookshops and plenty of old crafts shops. One of the most fascinating craft shops is “Ronchi,” a hat-making enterprise housed near the market square, which was established in 1858.
Stroll among numerous stalls full of seasonal fruits and vegetables at this open-air market in the Old Town. There are also stalls offering other local products such as dried lavender, lavender oil, marmalade and locally produced grappa and brandy. Open every morning so pop by and have an authentic local experience.
A small family business with several locations and one can be found in the Old Town Dubrovnik. This welcoming store offers original nautical jewellery from Croatia. The carefully handcrafted bracelets are done by the in-house designer and the inspiration source is the Adriatic Sea. A perfect gift to bring back home!
At this concept store, fashion is the focus and with a strategic location at the Ploče Gate it is easy to find. Established in summer 2007, this is one of the most exclusive multibrand stores in Croatia. Maria Boutique offers major international names like Gucci, Stella McCartney and Balenciaga.
Another green market is situated in Gruz, near Port of Gruz and it is on Obala Stjepana Radica. This is the main market in Dubrovnik for fruit, vegetables including meat and fish. A vibrant and busy open-air market where the locals comes to for fresh ingredients and this one is larger and cheaper than the one in the Old Town.
Clara Stones opened its doors in 2011 and since then Anja and Vittorio have produced beautifully hand-crafted jewellery made with red corals, pearls and diamonds in various designs. These one-of-a-kind pieces are carefully handmade in Croatia and Italy, making it a great souvenir to bring back home.
At this small indoor shopping centre, you will find about 20 shops which most of them have clothes and shoes. Stores such as Levis, Varteks, WGW, Mustang, Tamaris are all located here. Beside clothes and shoes, there are also accessories, jewelleries, perfumes, souvenirs and many other items on offer.
Located at the end of the Gruz bay, Minceta is a small shopping centre with several stores providing everything from clothes, jewelleries, perfumes to shoes, sport items and home accessories. Brands such as Bugatti, Stones, Penny Black, LiuJo, Mango, Gerry Weber and Benetton are stocked here.
Dubrovnik’s Old Town offers the best shopping and plenty of variety for its visitors. The Stradun houses the oldest pharmacy in the world, and from there shops fan out in all directions. There are all sorts of souvenir shops in the vicinity and other types of retail shops can be easily found in the streets around Stradun. In the alleyways you can find everything you need, such as shoe shops, jewellery, clothes, bookshops and plenty of old crafts shops. One of the most fascinating craft shops is “Ronchi,” a hat-making enterprise housed near the market square, which was established in 1858.
Stroll among numerous stalls full of seasonal fruits and vegetables at this open-air market in the Old Town. There are also stalls offering other local products such as dried lavender, lavender oil, marmalade and locally produced grappa and brandy. Open every morning so pop by and have an authentic local experience.
Airport
Dubrovnik Airport is situated about 22 kilometres east of the city centre. The journey takes about 30 minutes by car. Airline buses meet all arrivals, including the late-night ones. The drop-off for the airport buses is at the entrance to the Old Town or at the bus station. You can buy your tickets when boarding the bus. Taxi stand is located next to the Terminal building B. It is also in the building B you will find taxi service counter where you can get more information regarding the taxi fares.
Public transport
Most parts of Dubrovnik are best discovered on foot. If you feel the distance is a little too far, the town has an excellent system of buses. The orange city buses are run by the company Libertas. and they run frequently and generally on time. Tickets can be bought from the bus driver and from the newspaper kiosk and it is valid for one hour for an unlimited number of rides within the city.
Taxi
There are several taxi stations around the city, head over to the main bus station in Gruz or the main ferry terminal in Gruz. There are also taxi stands in the west and east entrance to the Old town (Pile Gate).
Pharmacy
Most pharmacies, called ‘ljekarna’ in Croatian has a green cross and open six days per week from 08.00 - 18.00 in low season and during high season from 08.00 to 20.00. There are also two pharmacies open 24-hours, they are alternatively every other week. They are on the main street in the Old Town and next to the port of Gruz. One pharmacy is located:
Telephone
Country code: +385 Area code: 020
Electricity
220W/50Hz, standard European 2 point plug
Airport
Dubrovnik Airport is situated about 22 kilometres east of the city centre. The journey takes about 30 minutes by car. Airline buses meet all arrivals, including the late-night ones. The drop-off for the airport buses is at the entrance to the Old Town or at the bus station. You can buy your tickets when boarding the bus. Taxi stand is located next to the Terminal building B. It is also in the building B you will find taxi service counter where you can get more information regarding the taxi fares.
Public transport
Most parts of Dubrovnik are best discovered on foot. If you feel the distance is a little too far, the town has an excellent system of buses. The orange city buses are run by the company Libertas. and they run frequently and generally on time. Tickets can be bought from the bus driver and from the newspaper kiosk and it is valid for one hour for an unlimited number of rides within the city.
