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Staying In The Unique Old Town Of Dubrovnik

Dubrovnik Old Town is the reason why most tourists visit Dubrovnik. This is the old part of Dubrovnik located within the city walls. It's very easy to walk around it and you can get from one gate to another in several minutes.

When you enter the Old Town you will find yourself on Stradun - the central street from where you can easily walk to each corner of the city.

Staying within the Old Town is a unique experienceStaying within the Old Town is a unique experience

At the beginning of Stradun to the right, the Great Onofrio's Fountain is located and to the left Franciscan Monastery can be found. The Stradun, also called Placa, runs from Pile Gate to Ploce Gate. At other end of Stradun you will find the Bell Tower, Small Onofrio's Fountain, Sponza PalaceOrlando's Column and Church of Saint Blaise. 


Stradun - the main promenade of the Old TownStradun - the main promenade of the Old Town

Throughout the Old Town you will find numerous restaurants serving Mediterranean, Bosnian, Asian and other international food. Numerous souvenir shops offer a great choice of local products such as wines, olive oils, natural cosmetics etc.

From Old Harbour you can take a boat to the island of LokrumFrom Old Harbour you can take a boat to the island of Lokrum

During your stay in Old Town you can visit numerous events that usually take place within city walls. For those who are into history great museums can be found throughout the city. The Cable car embarkation station is located close to the Old Town. 

Private accommodation in the Old Town

Within city walls you can find numerous rooms, hostels and apartments ranging from basic to exclusive. Be aware that to reach some private accommodation you need to climb many stairs.

Dubrovnik Old Town Hotels

5-star The Pucic Palace Hotel

5-star The Pucic Palace Hotel

The Pucic Palace Hotel is located on Gundulic Square, in the very centre of Dubrovnik's Old Town. It is ideal starting point for exploring historical attractions of Dubrovnik. This is an exclusive hotel located in a renaissance palace and has only 17 rooms and 2 suites.


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🏰 Top Experiences in Dubrovnik

βœ” Walk the ancient city walls for stunning Adriatic views
βœ” Explore the UNESCO-listed Old Town and Stradun street
βœ” Take the cable car up Mount SrΔ‘ for sunset views
βœ” Visit Fort Lovrijenac for Game of Thrones filming locations
βœ” Swim or relax on Lokrum Island
βœ” Enjoy boat trips along the Dalmatian coast

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🏨 Best Areas to Stay in Dubrovnik

βœ” Old Town – best for history and atmosphere (but expensive)
βœ” Ploče – great views and close to Old Town
βœ” Lapad – beaches, restaurants, and better value
βœ” Babin Kuk – quieter resort-style area with good transport
βœ” GruΕΎ – best for ferry access, local vibe, and good transport connections

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πŸš† Getting Around Dubrovnik

βœ” Old Town is fully pedestrian-only
βœ” Local buses connect beaches and outer districts
βœ” Boats run to nearby islands like Lokrum
βœ” Walking is the best way to explore central areas
βœ” Airport buses connect to the city center

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πŸŒ„ Easy Day Trips from Dubrovnik

βœ” Cavtat – quiet coastal town near the airport
βœ” Lokrum Island – short boat ride, perfect for swimming
βœ” Mljet National Park – forests, lakes, and nature escapes
βœ” Ston – famous for walls and oysters
βœ” PeljeΕ‘ac Peninsula – wine region and beaches
βœ” Mostar (Bosnia & Herzegovina) – historic bridge and old town
βœ” Elaphite Islands – island hopping by private boat, speedboat tours, or organised tourist boat excursions (Ε ipan, Lopud, Koločep)

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🌿 Quick Travel Tips

βœ” Visit early morning or late afternoon to avoid crowds
βœ” Book city walls tickets in advance during peak season
βœ” Bring water and sun protection in summer
βœ” Expect higher prices inside the Old Town
βœ” Wear comfortable shoesβ€”lots of stairs and stone streets