Things to do in Dubrovnik

Discover the rustic charm of the Old Town or King’s Landing on foot. The marble and limestone paved streets are a mesmerising attraction for pedestrian tourists. Dubrovnik has a rich history which expert local guides explain to tourists during these walking tours. Visitors can also expect to find hidden restaurants where they can relish authentic Mediterranean cuisine.

This is one of the prominent must-do activities in Dubrovnik. Visitors get to walk all across the 2km long city wall that circles the Old Town. The duration ranges from 1.5 hours to 2 hours and tourists get to see landmarks that appeared in Game of Thrones. The local guides also offer interesting trivia and gossip about the filming of the pop-cult series.

Dating back to its inauguration in 1969, this is the best way to soak in breathtaking views of the city with the Adriatic in the background. On clear days you can see up to 60 km into the horizon. The base station lies just outside the Old Town and takes tourists to the top of Mount Srd. Grab onto the perfect opportunity to click postcard pictures on the 4-minute cable car climb.

Dubrovnik has a mesmerising coastline that tourists must explore on a boat tour. They can travel to the nearby islands of Lokrum, Elaphite, Lopud, Šipan, and Koločep. This is one of the best activities in Dubrovnik. Tourists can also enjoy lunch or dinner while sailing across the coast of Dubrovnik in yachts or catamarans.

Loggia Square in Dubrovnik is a centrally located gathering point for citizens and visitors alike. Featuring some of Dubrovnik's most famous public monuments, this former market square lies within the walls of the Old Town. Orlando's Column and the Loggia of the Bells are popular attractions.

This is the first answer to the question of what to do in Dubrovnik. Visitors enter inside the Old City through the famous Pile Gate which is the entrance to King’s landing. . Spread over nearly two km in length, Dubrovnik's city walls are a perfect spot for a leisure stroll. Gaze away at numerous excellent views over the Adriatic while walking within these walls. Prominent attractions include Fort Lovrijenac, Bokar Tower, Minceta Tower, and Revellin Fortress.

Dating back to the 15th century, the Stradun is a 300 m limestone paved street across the Old Town which locals also call Placa. Locals and tourists still gather around here in the evenings for a leisurely stroll or having a coffee. Stradun has many cafés and amazing hidden restaurants along with some great spots for shopping.

Also called St Lawrence Fort, this is one of Croatia’s most prominent forts. Dating back to the 11th century this fort was impregnable during Roman sieges. Visitors can access Fort Lovrijenac via two drawbridges and a gateway that goes through its impressive walls. The Fort also serves as the venue for Dubrovnik’s famous Summer Festival and its many theatrical and musical performances.

The Minceta Tower is a lookout tower that served as a prominent part of the city’s defense. The tower is also one of the major settings for a pivotal scene in Game of Thrones. Locals often say enjoying the view of Dubrovnik from atop the Minceta Tower is one of the best things to do in Dubrovnik.

Banje Beach lies in front of the Pile gate entrance to Old Town. It is considered one of the best beaches in Croatia. The beach has water sports activities, restaurants, and beachside bars. Hence, now it is a popular party place among tourists and locals.

Get a ferry leaving every 30 minutes and visit this amazing island lying 600 m from the city. The island is flush with subtropical vegetation like pine, cypress, and olive trees. Tourists love spending their day leisurely walking around the island in the company of lush green flora.

MOMAD is a great place for art savvies. The building has elements of neo-Renaissance-cum-Gothic architecture. Inside, there are about 3000 pieces of artwork from the bygone era. The catalogue also consists of modern art pieces from the 19th and 20th centuries.