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Dubrovnik

Croatia42.6507° N · 18.0944° E5 stories

Dubrovnik is a walled limestone city dropped straight into the Adriatic — a former maritime republic whose ramparts, marble main street and terracotta roofscape have survived earthquakes, siege and stardom. It is also one of Europe's most crowded summer destinations, which makes timing, not budget, the real currency here.

When to go

May–June, September–October

Budget level

Mixed

Typical cost profile for visitors

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Finding Dubrovnik

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The stories

Reading Dubrovnik

Aerial view of Dubrovnik's walled Old Town on the Adriatic, with terracotta rooftops, the Old Port full of moored boats and sea fortifications01
Hidden Gems

Dubrovnik Early and Late: The City Before and After the Tour Groups

Between roughly ten and five, Dubrovnik belongs to the day-trippers. At dawn and after dark, it belongs to you. A guide to the walled city's two secret shifts.

Croatia · 5 min
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Destinations

Dubrovnik on a Budget: How to Do It Well for Less

Croatia's most famous city has famous prices to match — but with the right season, the right neighbourhood and a market picnic habit, Dubrovnik gets affordable fast.

Croatia · 5 min
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The List

The Unmissable Dubrovnik Experiences, Ranked

The walls, the cable car, an island of peacocks ten minutes offshore — here is how to spend your hours in Croatia's most theatrical city, in order of wonder.

Croatia · 5 min
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Stays

Where to Stay in Dubrovnik: Neighborhoods and Classic Hotels

Inside the walls or above the sea? A district-by-district guide to basing yourself in Dubrovnik, from historic grande dames to family-friendly Lapad.

Croatia · 5 min
Aerial view of Dubrovnik's walled Old Town on the Adriatic, with terracotta rooftops, the Old Port full of moored boats and sea fortifications05
Destinations

Dubrovnik: Walls, Water and How to Beat the Crowds

The walled city on the Adriatic is as spectacular as its reputation — and as busy. Here is how to have Dubrovnik's ramparts, islands and swimming coves mostly to yourself.

Croatia · 7 min
In pictures

Dubrovnik, framed

Aerial view of Dubrovnik's walled Old Town on the Adriatic, with terracotta rooftops, the Old Port full of moored boats and sea fortifications
Aerial view of Dubrovnik's walled Old Town on the Adriatic, with terracotta rooftops, the Old Port full of moored boats and sea fortifications
Aerial view of Dubrovnik's walled Old Town on the Adriatic, with terracotta rooftops, the Old Port full of moored boats and sea fortifications
Aerial view of Dubrovnik's walled Old Town on the Adriatic, with terracotta rooftops, the Old Port full of moored boats and sea fortifications
Aerial view of Dubrovnik's walled Old Town on the Adriatic, with terracotta rooftops, the Old Port full of moored boats and sea fortifications