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What To Buy In Dubrovnik

People have always brought souvenirs from their travels that will remind them of their amazing time on holidays.

Dubrovnik offers a range of different souvenirs you can pick from starting from sweet and savoury delicacies, cookbooks, natural cosmetics, designer items, ties, traditional jewellery etc.

We listed our suggestions for your unique souvenirs from Dubrovnik.

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Dubrovnik region offers a variety of traditional sweets and drinks.

Choose from delicacies like arancini (candied orange peel), limuncini (candied lemon peel), brustulani mjenduli (caramelised almonds), kontonjata (quince cheese), mantala (must cheese), dried figs, olive oil, wines, liqueurs made from fruit and roses and brandy made of aromatic herbs.


A selection of sweet products from DubrovnikA selection of sweet products from Dubrovnik

Visit Franciscan Monastery pharmacy, one of the oldest in Europe, which still produce cosmetics made from rose oil, almonds and lavender according to original recipes that are over 200 years old. Look for face and hand creams and soaps made of essential oils, honey, goat's milk and olive oil.

Mary's Sweets is a company which produce organic cosmetics from only natural ingredients such as virgin olive oil, honey, marjoram, lavender, rosemary, melissa etc.

They offer San Blasius souvenir collection (soaps, hand cream, balm and lip balms) as well as a range of other face and body products made of the local Mediterranean ingredients. Their products can be found at Dubrovnik Airport souvenir shop or can be ordered online from all around the world.

Products with traditional Konavle embroideryProducts with traditional Konavle embroidery

In Dubrovnik, the goldsmith trade is one of the oldest. Goldsmiths' creations have been nurtured in the city since the Middle ages.

Dubrovnik's goldsmiths still produce valuable traditional Dubrovnik jewellery in their workshops. Filigree silver, gold, and coral jewellery mesmerizes with its timeless beauty.

Paintings and decorative products with Dubrovnik motifsPaintings and decorative products with Dubrovnik motifs

Designer and craftwork items

Painted objects, statues, glassware, ceramics and fabrics - these are just some of the uniquely crafted souvenirs that artists and designers pour their skills and talents into.

Look for small, unique and original Dubrovnik shops that will enchant you and where you will find a special gift from Dubrovnik.


Plan Your Perfect Dubrovnik Trip

🏰 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

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