Walking The Historic
City Walls Of Dubrovnik

To fully experience Dubrovnik, a walk along the famous City walls is an absolute must! The 2km long walls offer absolutely stunning views and fantastic photo opportunities. Trust us, the ticket price is more than worth the incredible experience! 

You'll be pleased to know that there are three entrances to choose from, and they are open year-round.

Joining a guided walking tour will provide you with fascinating historical facts and unique insights into everyday life in the city.

Continue to read to find out this and some useful tips and guidelines for this unique walk.

A stunning view from the City walls to the city roofs and the island of Lokrum

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City walls entrances

1. Main entrance (across Great Onofrio's Fountain): Just when you step onto Stradun from Pile, to the left, you'll find this entrance. The ticket office can be found to the right, once you step onto Stradun.
   
   
2. Entrance next to St John's Fortress: At opposite side of Old Town, you'll find second entrance. This is where you need to exit the walls if you don't want to walk the full length.
   
   
3. Entrance near St Luke's Fortress: A short walk from Ploce Gate (eastern entrance to the Old Town) towards Stradun will bring you to this entrance. Use this gate as starting point during peak summer months to avoid long queues.
   
   

Main entrance to the City walls

City walls ticket info

A City walls admission ticket includes entry to the City walls, the Lovrijenac Fortress and Western Outer Walls. Your ticket is valid for entry at any time from opening to last admission time.

The tickets can be purchased at entrances to the walls (can be paid in Euros and by credit card) as well as online.

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2024 Ticket prices

• March - October (tourist season): Adult ticket price is €35, while child (under 18) ticket price is €15 
  
• November - February (off season): Adult ticket price is €15, while children ticket price is €5. Note that every child must be accompanied by an adult.

The ticket for Lovrijenac, the detached fortress rising on the 37 meters high rock in Pile bay, is possible to buy separately. The ticket price is €15.

A view of Stradun from City walls

Minceta Fortress - the highest point of the Old Town

The best ways to see City walls

The most adventurous way to explore the City walls is to walk their entire length. Why not to join on one of walking tours with expert guides and gain personalised insight into the city's history and legends.

• For escaping crowds and enjoying amazing views of Dubrovnik’s iconic cityscape join early morning City walls tour. Or for admiring stunning sunset over the terracotta roofs, join this small-group guided tour.
  
  
• Taking this combo tour that includes guided walk through Old Town and then walking along the City walls, will save your time and money.
  
  
• For an intimate experience join this history-packed small group tour that starts close to Revelin Fortrees (you'll be very happy with this tour!).
  
  
• Game of Thrones fans will love this private 3-hour walking tour, that shows you filming locations of this show and learn you interesting facts about the filming.
  
  

Visitors climbing the City walls

More ideas for exploring the walls

• See the walls from sea-side (sea-kayak): For the best views of the walls themselves, opt for a sea-kayaking tour along the walls and Lokrum island (very popular among visitors), or taking a panoramic boat cruise. For a unique experience, opt for private boat tour. 👉 Book sea-kayak tour!
  

• See the walls from sea-side (SUP): Renting SUP and paddling along the walls at your own pace is another great idea we would suggest. 👉 Rent SUP here!
  
  
• Admire the walls from mount Srdj: For seeing the City walls from above, head to the top of Mount Srdj. Take a cable car ride or book adventurous buggy tour that takes you to the best panorama point from where you can capture amazing photos of the walls and the whole area.
  
  

View of city roofs from the City walls

Top tips for walking the walls

• If you do not wish to tour the entire length of the City walls, you can end the tour halfway (there are 3 entry/exit points). The walk on the walls usually takes from 1.5 to 2 hours.
  
  
• Take into consideration that walking the walls include also climbing the stairs so be sure to wear comfortable shoes. 
  
  
• Make sure to bring a bottle of water with you for refreshment, as well as a hat, sunglasses and sunblock as you will be exposed to direct sun while walking the walls.

• For a more pleasant experience, an early morning (as early as possible) or late afternoon (starting from approximately 5pm) walk is recommended.
  
  
• Ticket for the City walls tour is also valid for sightseeing of Fortress Lovrijenac. Do not miss the opportunity to visit this fortress which offers a magnificent views of the Old Town. Get to the fortress by climbing the stairs located by the bus stop next to Pile Gate (western entrance to the Old Town).
  
  
• Please be sure to exercise caution during the City walls walk. Don't do anything that would endanger yourself or others.
  
  

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