Places To Visit In Dubrovnik

If you are a fan of Game of Thrones, then this city has a surprise for you. One of the best places to see in Dubrovnik are the Old City Walls, featured in the hit series, Game of Thrones. Built in the 10th century, these formidable walls provided a powerful defense against many invaders. Dubrovnik's city walls make a perfect spot for a walk that offers excellent views over the Adriatic. The Old City Walls are an adventure in itself, so while visiting make sure to start early to avoid the heat and much crowd. There is quite an expensive fee to access the Walls, but is certainly worth the hype!

The beautiful 6th century Dubrovnik Cathedral was designed in Baroque style by Andrea Buffalini of Rome. Even though there are multiple tourist attractions in Dubrovnik, this one is notable for its three aisles, three apses, and splendid interior décor. The Cathedral includes paintings by Italian and Dalmatian artists from the 16th to 18th centuries, including the Virgin of the Chair by Raphael from the early 1600s. The most significant aspect of the Cathedral Treasury is a portion of the cross that Jesus is said to have been crucified upon.There is also a splendid display of gold and silver reliquaries from around the world adding glamor to your sightseeing in Dubrovnik.

The most fascinating point of Dubrovnik is the Pile Gate which has served as the main entrance for centuries. Formerly surrounded by a moat, the pedestrian-only Pile Gate that is one of two entrances to the Lapad area, also boasts a pleasant garden in the old moat. The statue of St. Blaise is another highlight in Dubrovnik, carved by the famous Croatian artist, Ivan Meštrovic. Another highlight worth seeing is the 14th-century Ploce Gate, just behind the Asimov Tower. It proved effective during warfare with its specialized double defense system.

Loggia Square in Dubrovnik is a central point for locals and tourists alike in the city. This area is vouched to have featured some of Dubrovnik's most important and historic monuments. The highlights include Orlando's Column, built and designed by sculptor Antonio Ragusino. It is also famous for 1480 Loggia of the Bells, which was used as an early warning system by residents in times of unrest. Also of major significance on the square is a clock tower from the 15th century. In addition to that, the small fountain of Onofrio and Sponza Palace, now home to the city's archives, is also located in the square.

Also known as St. Lawrence Fortress, Fort Lovrijenac has long been one of Croatia's most significant fortresses. This stunning fort has an impressive height of 37 meters above the Adriatic, and passed through the many sieges undertaken by the Venetians in the 11th century. Legend has it that the Venetians themselves planned to build a fort here but were beaten to it by the industrious city folk. This fort is one of the many things to see in Dubrovnik. Being a spectacular tourist attraction, the fort is also used as a venue for Dubrovnik's famous Summer Festival and its many musical performances.

The very famous Dubrovnik's Large Fountain of Onofrio is probably the best known historic monument of the city. Take a stroll from the Pile Gate to witness this landmark structure that has shrinked from the original due to damage caused by an earthquake of 1667. The fountain, designed by Onofrio de la Cava, was a significant part of the city's original water supply system carrying water from Dubrovacka river.The fountain is located in front of the impressive St. Saviour Church. In fact, legend has it that this attraction is one of only a few buildings to have survived the devastating earthquake. This remarkable place of worship is worth- visiting for its fine Gothic and Renaissance features.

Of the many places to see in Dubrovnik, the Minceta Tower is also a popular tourist attraction. Located on the city wall system, the impressive 1319 built Minceta Tower is worth taking a trip too. The tower was also one of the prime backdrop settings for a pivotal scene in the series Game of Thrones, where the character of Daenerys goes to search for her stolen dragons.The Minceta tower is one of the best spots to get that perfect snap over the old town with its wonderful rooftops. Scale the tricky narrow stairways to the top and witness Dubrovnik in the most spectacular way.

Built in the early 1300s, Dubrovnik's Dominican Monastery was such a great construction that it required adjusting parts of the city walls to accommodate it. Sounds interesting, right? After being heavily damaged from the earthquake in 1667, the monastery was rebuilt from its core. Special attention was given to preserving features such as its splendid Late Gothic Cloister. The original was designed in the 15th century by Michelozzo di Bartolomeo of Florence. A particular highlight of visiting the monastery's museum is its multiple Dubrovnik School style religious paintings. The Dominican Monastery also comprises fascinating items of gold and silver. All this and so much more makes this monastery a delightful visit for tourists.

The Franciscan Church and Monastery constructed in the late 1600s on the site of the original monastery from the 1100s, is a very well preserved monument. This religious spot is now home to one of the most valuable libraries in Croatia, established in the 17th century. The library hosts a collection of more than 21,000 rare book manuscripts. In addition to that, it is also home to a medieval pharmacy, which is one of the oldest in the world. The pharmacy is famous for its multiple old decorated jars, measuring devices, and mortars.There's also a museum containing items of historical interest and a fine art collection that will wow any art enthusiast.

Designed in 1435 by Onofrio de la Cava, the Rector's Palace is now home to the city's Cultural Historical Museum. This cultural monument has been altered a lot through the centuries. It is a beautiful mix of late Gothic and initial Renaissance styles. This remarkable monument was greatly damaged by a gunpowder explosion and then later by a fire, and then again by the 1667 earthquake. Today, this magnificent architecture is a very well-preserved building, a delight to explore for tourists. Try to manage your trip around the summers to coincide with one of its regular summer classical music performances, making your visit absolutely worthwhile.

Known to locals as the Fort of St. Ivan, the fort of St. John is one of the many remarkable places to visit in Dubrovnik. It was considered an important part of Dubrovnik's defense system. However, this monument today, is home to several modern attractions to keep visitors entertained. The upper side is the Maritime Museum of Dubrovnik. The museum features a display of Dubrovnik's maritime past through model boats and naval artifacts. Meanwhile, the lower side contains the Aquarium of Dubrovnik with its fascinating displays of variety in fishes, local and exotic, and an excellent collection of seahorses.

There are many more things to do in Dubrovnik than just sightseeing. This remarkable city is home to the famous Banje Beach, one of the top beaches in Croatia. To all the beach fans out there, it just got better isn't it? It is a delightful spot to relax, sun-bath or to swim. In addition to kayaking and windsurfing, Banje Beach is also a pleasant place for a walk after enjoying a meal at the restaurants or luxury hotels around it. Snorkeling and jet skiing is also enjoyed by many of the tourists visiting this beach. The best place in Dubrovnik to spend some time after a long day of historical sightseeing.