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Dubrovnik is a medieval walled city dropped onto an Adriatic peninsula and surrounded by orange roofs and turquoise water. The complete 1.2-mile city walls walk takes 90 minutes, the cable car to Mt. Srd gives you the King's Landing view, and the Elaphiti Islands are 45 minutes by ferry. Hotels start from $130/night. May, June, September, and October avoid the August cruise ship crush.
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Game of Thrones Walking Tour
Walk to all the King's Landing filming locations including the Iron Throne Cave, Sept of Baelor steps, and the Pile Gate, with show clips and behind-the-scenes photos.
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Elaphiti Islands Day Cruise with Lunch
Boat trip to three islands (Lopud, Sipan, and Kolocep) with swimming stops, lunch with wine, and free time on each island's harbor.
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Mostar and Kravice Waterfalls Day Trip
Cross into Bosnia and Herzegovina to see the rebuilt Stari Most bridge, the old town of Mostar, and the spectacular Kravice waterfalls.
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Why Visit Dubrovnik?
Dubrovnik is so picturesque it almost overdoes it. Then you walk the city walls at sunset and understand why HBO chose this place for King’s Landing.
The walled Old Town (Stari Grad) is the postcard: limestone streets polished to a marble shine by centuries of feet, orange-tiled roofs against the Adriatic, and the Stradun (the main street) running its straight length under the city walls. The walls themselves are the must-do, 1,940 meters (1.2 miles) of complete circuit you walk in about 90 minutes, with the best photos from the seaside section. The cable car up Mt. Srd takes 4 minutes and the view at the top is the entire walled city, the islands beyond, and the coast. Inside the walls, the 14th-century Franciscan Monastery houses one of Europe’s oldest still-operating pharmacies (1317). The Rector’s Palace and the Cathedral are worth an hour combined. Game of Thrones tours hit every King’s Landing spot and you should do one if that means anything to you. Outside the walls, day trips are excellent: the Elaphiti Islands by ferry (Lopud has a great beach), Lokrum Island swimming (literally 10 minutes by boat from the harbor), Korcula by fast ferry, and Mostar in Bosnia by coach. Croatia is a hot country in summer and Dubrovnik’s lack of shade plus cruise ship arrivals make July and August intense. May and September are perfect.
Frequently Asked Questions — Dubrovnik
How much do hotels in Dubrovnik cost?
Hostels and apartments start at $50/night. 3-star hotels run $130-$240. 4-star hotels are $240-$450. Luxury 5-star hotels like Hotel Excelsior or Villa Dubrovnik are $500-$1,500/night. July and August prices spike heavily.
When is the best time to visit Dubrovnik?
May, June, September, and October are ideal: warm but not brutal, swimmable sea, manageable crowds. July and August get overrun with cruise ships and the walls in the heat are brutal. April and October are quieter and still pleasant.
How many days do I need in Dubrovnik?
Two days for the Old Town itself, including the walls walk. Three to four days lets you add Elaphiti Islands, Lokrum, and Montenegro or Mostar day trips. Dubrovnik also pairs well with a Split or Hvar extension.
Is Dubrovnik safe for tourists?
Dubrovnik is very safe. Violent crime is essentially nonexistent. The Old Town gets thick with tourists but petty theft is uncommon. Solo female travel is comfortable. The bigger risk is heatstroke in summer on the unshaded walls.
What area should I stay in?
Inside the Old Town for atmosphere (but expect noise and stair climbs). Lapad for beach hotels and quieter streets. Ploce for short walks into the Old Town and harbor views. Avoid hotels far from the Old Town if you only have two days.
How do I get around Dubrovnik?
Walking covers the Old Town (no cars inside the walls). Buses connect Lapad and the airport. The cable car to Mt. Srd departs from just outside the Buza Gate. The new Peljesac Bridge means you can drive from Split without crossing Bosnia.
What food should I try in Dubrovnik?
Black risotto (with cuttlefish ink) at Proto, peka (slow-roasted lamb) at Konoba Dubrava, oysters from Ston, fresh sea bream at Lokanda Peskarija, and a glass of Malvasija Dubrovacka wine. Skip the touristy spots inside the walls.