Inspiring awe and eliciting wonder from all those who visit, Dubrovnik is a vacation destination that you will likely never grow tired of. Whether you’re in this bewitching locale for the first time or coming back for your nth trip, there’s always something unique to experience at this glistening jewel in the Adriatic. Stroll along the city’s limestone streets, walk into one baroque building after another, or just feast your eyes on number of old town attractions that Dubrovnik, Croatia has to offer. If sight seeing isn’t quite your thing, Dubrovnik boasts of a number of attractions suitable for art lovers and foodies. Of course, there’s also the option of simply soaking in all that the sun and sea has to offer.
Lovrijenac Fortress
Sitting austerely atop a 37-meter-high sheer rock and keeping watch over the coast is the Lovrijenac Fortress. It is arguably one of the most impressive historical attractions in Dubrovnik, and also one of the most key locations in the defense of the city’s western coast.
Lovrijenac Fortress, UI od Tabakarije 29, 20000, Dubrovnik, Croatia
Dubrovnik Cable Car
Built in 1969, Dubrovnik Cable Car is one of the most popular attractions in the city and has seen millions of enthusiastic visitors since its was first established. With ideal weather conditions, you can see as far as 60 kilometers around the cable car.
Dubrovnik Cable Car, Petra Kresimira IV bb, 20000 Dubrovnik, Croatia, Phone: +385-20-41-43-55
Orlando’s Column
Erected in 1418, Orlando’s Column features the carved-out image of an armored knight by the name of Orlando. According to the folklore of Dubrovnik, Orlando helped the people of Ragusa (Old Dubrovnik) defeat invaders and retain their status as a free trade city-state.
Orlando’s Column, 20000 Dubrovnik, Croatia
City Walls
Walk along the City Walls while learning about the city’s history or participate in a City Walls Walking Tour or Dubrovnik Game of Thrones Tour of the Old Town. Map
Church of Holy Annunciation
Built in 1877 within the Old Town’s Walls of Dubrovnik, the Church of Holy Annunciation is a historical icon and a popular landmark to explore. Map
Revelin Fort
Overlooking the Old Harbor and guarding the eastern entry point of the Old Town is the Revelin Fort. Magnificent in every sense of the word, the fortress is the largest of the old-town forts and is separate from the city walls.
Revelin Fort , Ul. Svetog Dominika 3, 20000 Dubrovnik, Croatia, Phone: +385-20-43-60-10
Memorial Room of the Dubrovnik Defenders
Located just a few steps into the entrance of the city’s Sponza Palace is a heartbreaking memento of Dubrovnik’s history – the Memorial Room of the Dubrovnik Defenders. In this memorial lies a collection of portraits of the young men who passed away during the Battle for Dubrovnik. This long drawn out battle raged from 1991 to 1995 during the Croatian War of Independence.
Memorial Room of the Dubrovnik Defenders, Sponza Palace, Stradun 2, 20000 Dubrovnik, Croatia
Rupe Ethnographic Museum
Travelers eager to get a taste of Dubrovnik’s ethnic history ought to pay a visit to the Rupe Ethnographic Museum. Housed in a granary that was built in 1590, the museum is an incredible showcase of the city’s economic, cultural and spiritual development over the centuries.
Rupe Ethnographic Museum , Od Rupa 3, 20000 Dubrovnik, Croatia, Phone: +38-50-20-23-20-18
The Old Synagogue
Welcome to the world’s oldest Sefardic synagogue that’s still in use today – The Old Synagogue.
The Old Synagogue, Zudioska ul. 5, 20000 Dubrovnik, Croatia, Phone: +38-50-20-32-10-28
Sponza Palace
No trip to Dubrovnik is complete without a visit to the Sponza Palace, a monumental Gothic Renaissance structure and one of the most beautiful palaces of the city.
Sponza Palace, Stradun 2, 20000 Dubrovnik, Croatia
Museum of Croatian War of Independence
Take a deep dive into Croatia’s history at the Museum of Croatian War of Independence. Home to a number of galleries and exhibits with hundreds of artifacts, there’s a wealth of knowledge and treasures here to keep history buffs entertained for hours and hours on end.
Museum of Croatian War of Independence , Fort Imperial, Mount Srd, Dubrovnik, Croatia
Onofrio’s Great Fountain
There’s no denying that Onofrio’s Great Fountain is an iconic landmark of Dubrovnik. Built by Onofrio della Cavain in 1438 and completed in 1440, this fountain was integral to the community as it was the ending point of the city’s aqueduct system and a key water reservoir in Dubrovnik.
Onofrio’s Great Fountain , Poljana Paska Milicevica 2000, 20000 Dubrovnik, Croatia
Dominican Monastery
Established in 1225, the Dominican Monastery is inarguably one of the most important architectural structures of Dubrovnik. The monastery is located on the eastern region of the city and is famous for being a major repository of Dubrovnik’s cultural and artistic heritage.
Dominican Monastery, Ul Svetog Dominika 4, 20000, Dubrovnik, Croatia, Phone: +38-50-20-32-22-00
Maritime Museum
One of the city’s most treasured and visited museum, the Maritime Museum showcases display after display of fine galleons that were once built in the city. The museum even showcases ship blue prints used to make said vessels at their archive.
Maritime Museum, St. John’s Fortress, Ul. Kneza Damjana Jude 12, 20000 Dubrovnik, Croatia
Trsteno Abroretum
Peaceful, serene, and dazzling all in one, the Trsteno Abroretum is quickly becoming one of the hottest travel destinations in Dubrovnik. The arboretums sudden rise in popularity is largely attributed to its frequent appearances in the hit televisions series, Game of Thrones, as one of the gardens in King’s Landing.
Trsteno Abroretum , 20233, Tresteno, Croatia, Phone: +38-50-20-75-10-19
Rector’s Palace
Erected sometime in the late 15th century for the governing elected rector of Dubrovnik, Rector’s Palace is home to the private chambers and office of the rector, public halls, administrative offices and even a dungeon. Today, the halls of the palace have been turned into the popular Cultural History Museum, where history lovers can come and experience the magnificent history of Ragusa. You can explore impeccably restored rooms, fantastic portraits, towering coats of arms, and even medieval currency.
Ul. Pred Dvorom 3, 20000, Dubrovnik, Croatia, Phone: +38-50-20-32-14-22, Map
Franciscan Monastery
Located at Placa, Dubrovnik’s main street, the Franciscan Monastery is a sizeable complex that is owned and maintained by the Order of Friars Minor. Along with the monastery, the compound is home to a library, a church, and a pharmacy, and is known for being one of the earliest monasteries built in the 13th century.
Franciscan Monastery, Poljana Paska Milicevica 4, 20000, Dubrovnik, Croatia
Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art
Fondly referred to as the MOMAD for short, the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art is housed in an eye catching modernist building situated in the eastern region of the Old Town.
Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Ul. Frana Supila 23, 20000, Dubrovnik, Croatia, Phone: +385-20-42-65-90
Villa Ruza
Nestled in the very heart of Old Town Dubrovnik, Villa Ruza is a lovely bistro that finds its origins in 1930 when a wealthy local merchant had the building erected as a symbol of love for his wife.
Villa Ruza , Ul. Ilije Sarake 1, 20000, Dubrovnik, Croatia, Phone: +385-98-44-33-82
Levanat
Enjoy exquisite meals with an equally exquisite view at the Restaurant Levanat. Known for providing their patrons with a memorable dining experience by the sea, Levanat offers a menu of Mediterranean cuisine while specializing in fish and meat dishes.
Levanat, Setaliste Nika i Meda Pucica 15, 20000, Dubrovnik, Croatia, Phone: +385-20-23-53-52
Orsan
Specializing in all things fish, the Restaurant Orsan is a beloved fine dining establishment right by the sea and a gorgeous respite from the busy and crowded streets of Dubrovnik.
Orsan, Ivana pl Zajca 2, Dubrovnik, Croatia, Phone: +385-20-43-68-22
Oyster & Sushi Bar Bota
Tuck into unique gastro fusion cuisine at Dubrovnik’s Oyster & Sushi Bar Bota. Located right across the Cathedral of Dubrovnik in Old Town, the Oyster and Sushi Bar Bota is known and loved for its stunning array of fresh seafood.
Oyster & Sushi Bar Bota, Dura Baglivija 1, 20000, Dubrovnik, Croatia, Phone: +385-20-32-40-34
