Finding the Best Walking Tour of Dubrovnik

Visitors agree that walking tours are the best way to discover Dubrovnik’s highlights.

Luckily, There is no shortage of tours available every day from morning until the evening, starting from classic history tours, Game of Thrones-themed adventures, the City walls walks or local food tours. You just have to decide which one best suits your interest and your budget.

There are numerous city tours available for tourists, and here we feature some of the top rated tours in Dubrovnik you can easily book online. Viator offers a choice of amusing an informative guided walks of Dubrovnik.

Good to know...

Guided walking tours usually depart from Pile Gate which can be easily reached by city buses or taxi. So if you are staying in one of hotels or apartments in Lapad or Babin Kuk hop onto buses no. 4 or 6 and get of at last stop (western entrance to the Old Town). If staying in Gruz take buses no.1A, 1B or 3 to reach Pile.

Most tours are led by local guides that know the city and you'll enjoy exploring in their company.

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1. Dubrovnik discovery Old Town walking tour

This guided tour starts every day at 10am, 12pm and 6pm right by Pile bus stop (search for Dubrovnik Walks representative with orange umbrella). Your guide will take you on a walk through the streets of Old Town to discover main sights (Stradun, St.Blaise's Church, Orlando's Column, Sponza Palace, Small Onofrio's Fountain, Bell Tower) and learn about the history of the city dating back to the 7th century. One of the most popular guided walks! 👉 Check dates and prices

2. Combo tour: Old Town and City walls

This 3.5 hour guided tour is a great way to get introduced to Dubrovnik. First you'll take a walking tour of the Old Town seeing the highlights, such as the Rector's Palace, Sponza and Stradun. Next, you'll walk along the walls to learn more about Dubrovnik's rich history and enjoy the scenic views of the rooftop and the Adriatic. 👉 Check here times and prices

3. Early morning (or sunset) City walls tour

Choose this tour to escape mid-day crowds on the walls. Meet your group in front of Dubrovnik Tourist Board at Pile (look for someone holding a purple balloon) every day either at 8am or 5pm. Your guide will take you to a walk around the City walls telling interesting stories about the history of the city. The tour lasts for 2 hours, but you can explore the walls even longer once the tour ends. Highly recommended tour! 👉 Check here times and prices

Tours usually departs from Pile (western entrance to Old Town)

4. Dubrovnik’s City walls and wars historic walking tour

This informative and fun walking tour is a must for any visitor to Dubrovnik. Meet your group by Pile bus stop (search for tour representative holding orange umbrella) every day either at 9:15am or 6pm. The tour takes you to Stradun from where you'll climb the stairs leading to walls. You'll walk for 2 hours while hearing real story behind the churches, palaces and fortresses. This unique historic tour is an opportunity to learn how the fortifications protected the prosperous city of Dubrovnik from its enemies. Absolutely worth the money! 👉 Check here times and prices

5. PRIVATE TOUR: Highlights & Hidden gems of Dubrovnik with locals

You'll meet your guide at the meeting point just outside the City walls (pick the time throughout the day that best suits you). On this private tour you'll discover Dubrovnik with a local guide and get to know sights such as Lovrijenac Fortress, Onofrio's Fountains, Rector's Palace and more. You'll stay away from crowds and enjoy an intimate tour that lasts for 2 hours! 👉 Check times and prices

6. Game of Thrones and City walls private tour

This 3-hour guided tour is for Game of Thrones fans. In the company of your guide, you'll stroll the streets of Old Town and hear stories about the filming of the show. You'll visit Lovrijenac Fortress, Pile Gate and other filming locations, then you'll walk along the City walls to see more locations that were used in the show. Pick-up from your hotel is included in the price!