Spend 24th August 2023 in Dubrovnik!
Dubrovnik 6-Hour Itinerary from Cruise Port, 24th August 2023
Reminder: Before you embark on your exploration, please ensure you check the departure time of your ship and the required boarding time. It's essential to be back on board well before the ship's departure to avoid any issues.
Start: Walk from Cruise Port to Pile Gate (Old Town entrance)
- Walking Time: Approximately 40 minutes.
- Distance: 3.2 km (approx. 2 miles)
1. Stradun (Main Street of Old Town)
- Walking Time: 5-10 minutes.
- Distance: 0.5 km (approx. 0.31 miles)
- Time Spent: 20 minutes.
2. City Walls Walk
- Walking Time from Stradun: 5 minutes to entrance.
- Time Spent: 1.5 to 2 hours.
Lunch & Refreshment Options:
Within City Walls:
- Taj Mahal: Bosnian cuisine; Must-try: Burek and čevapi.
- D'Vino Wine Bar: Local wine tastings; Must-try: Plavac Mali.
- Barba: Street food, seafood; Must-try: Octopus burger.
- Peppino's: Gelato.
- Gradska Kavana Arsenal: Coffee or cocktails.
Outside City Walls:
- Pantarul (Lapad, 40-minute walk from Pile Gate, 3.2 km or 2 miles): Modern Croatian; Must-try: Fresh pasta.
- Konoba Dubrava (Babin Kuk, 50-minute walk from Pile Gate, 4 km or 2.5 miles): Traditional Croatian; Must-try: Peka.
3. Rector's Palace
- Walking Time from Lunch Spot (within city walls): 5-10 minutes.
- Time Spent: 30 minutes.
4. Dubrovnik Cathedral
- Walking Time from Rector's Palace: 3 minutes.
- Time Spent: 20 minutes.
5. Fort Lovrijenac (St. Lawrence Fortress)
- Walking Time from Cathedral: 10 minutes.
- Time Spent: 45 minutes.
6. Sponza Palace
- Walking Time from Fort Lovrijenac: 8 minutes.
- Time Spent: 20 minutes.
7. Refreshment Break at Caffe Bar Buža
- Walking Time from Sponza Palace: 10 minutes.
- Time Spent: Enjoy a drink with an Adriatic view.
End of Trip
- Walking Time from Old Town to Cruise Port: Approximately 40 minutes.
- Distance: 3.2 km (approx. 2 miles)
Total Time
Approximately 6 hours.
Public Toilets:
- Near Pile Gate: Just outside the Old Town entrance.
- Old Port Area: Near the eastern entrance of the Old Town.
- Buža Bar Area: Close to the Buža Bar.
- City Walls: Along the route, especially near major forts.
General Tips:
- Always carry some change for restroom fees. While costs typically range from 5-10 HRK, they may also accept 0.50 EUR to 1 EUR.
- Cafes and restaurants often allow customers to use restrooms. It's polite to ask first if you're not making a purchase.
Further Information
- Official Tourism Board of Dubrovnik: The official tourism portal for the city, it provides updated information about major events, festivals, and activities happening in Dubrovnik. A must-visit for every tourist.
Visit their website - The Dubrovnik Times: An English-language news source catering to Dubrovnik and the surrounding areas. This platform offers insights into local events and happenings that tourists might find intriguing.
Check out the latest news here - Visit Croatia's Dubrovnik Section: Being a comprehensive tourism guide for the entirety of Croatia, the Dubrovnik section of "Visit Croatia" is especially beneficial for tourists keen on finding the latest events and activities.
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