Location: Dubrovnik
Top Things to do in Dubrovnik
What to do and see in Dubrovnik, Dalmatia: The Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day
Dubrovnik has recovered from the war damage it suffered during the 1990s, and visitors have returned to this tranquil city. Nestled between the Adriatic and the Dinaric Alps, it’s an accessible and affordable city break for many European travelers. The pedestrian-only Old Town is especially charming.
Restaurants in Dubrovnik
1. Art by Stjepko
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5.0 based on 40 reviews
Art by Stjepko - Art Atelier located just off the main street "Stradun " ( first street on the left from Pile gate ).Here you will find artist working and creating art in front of you.In this fine art gallery you can find various oil and acrylic paintings done on canvas. All art work is handmade and unique, with Certificate of Authenticity label.
2. Gornji Ugao Tower
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5.0 based on 482 reviews
An excavation on the site of the 'Gornji ugao' tower, in the north-west corner of the walled city of Dubrovnik, in Croatia, uncovered evidence for a foundry established in the second half of the 15th century and largely producing armaments. It is a rare example of this type of industrial site, and its position within the city walls makes it unique. Excavation has provided information on the technical subdivision and spatial logic of the site. Activity at the foundry ceased after the Great Earthquake in 1667, which devastated the entire city, although part of the site continued in use as a foundry, on a smaller and more improvised scale.
Reviewed By colleenmZ8494PB - Upper Ballinderry, United Kingdom
We really enjoyed our tour of the archaeological site of the old foundry and metal works of dubrovnik.to find it we entered the old town by the back Buza gate after coming down from the cable car and turned immediately right and climbed up some steps to the base of the Minceta tower.up a flight of steps is the entrance doorway.our tour took about half an hour and our guide was enthusiastic about his subject and explained how the site had been excavated, how the finds and evidence were pieced together and how it was connected to the history of dubrovnik and it was certainly a feat of engineering and ingenuity for it's time.The site is mostly underground as it has been covered over by a baseball pitch to protect it.Definitely great if you are interested in history/archaeology. Quirky and unique and something a little bit different!
3. Winery Botaro
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5.0 based on 22 reviews
Enjoy local food and wine in a hidden gem in Konavle valley. Taste our wines with a traditional Dalmatian plate(prosciutto, cheese, ham..) and also with homemade liqueurs-sage liqueur, cherry brandy, and a special one-wine liqueur! Don't forget to take a camera, just relax and enjoy it!
Reviewed By Andy_from_Wirral - Upton, United Kingdom
This family run winery is located a bit off the beaten track. About 26 km south of Dubrovnik but only 6.4 km from our villa in Ljuta. After a few days of glorious madness that is Dubrovnik old town, a visit to Winery Botaro was like an oasis of calm. Peaceful on the slopes of the Dinaric Alps, surrounded by grape vines, the Winery has some shaded wooden tables outside the main building. Next to the tables is the vineyard shop which is set out like a market stall. There is also a very nice inside area also with wooden tables. These tables are where the magic happens. On offer is a selection of liqueurs, wines, sugared fruit peel, cold meats, cheeses and salads. Served by the owners, and family, all produce was beautifully presented and really tasty. Totally authentic Croatian food and drink, made in a completely traditional way. It was a pleasure to visit these friendly and welcoming people. Highly recommended.
4. Sebastian Art Gallery & Art Shop
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5.0 based on 26 reviews
Exhibitions, gifts & crafts by Croatian artists, hand made ceramics in the "Raku" technique, paintings, graphics, Croatian cultural heritage, and much more.
5. Dubrovnik Beer Company
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5.0 based on 136 reviews
We are Dubrovnik’s leading brewery with a craft soul and plans for World domination. Come down to our Brewery, to see first hand how craft beer magic is made and drink some amazing beer straight from the source. Wellcome!!!
Reviewed By BoSox0407 - Marietta, United States
Craft beer is still spotty depending on where you are in Europe, but Croatia seems to be embracing the trend, as they have a lot of craft brewers opening up shop. DBC is the first craft brewery in Dubrovnik, and it is conveniently located right across the street from the cruise terminal (literally a 5 minute walk back to the ship). It's a perfect way to end the day after walking the walls and getting some local grub. We showed up right at 4pm when they were to open, and the bartender was a bit late opening up shop (though he knew we were American because we expected them to be open at 4...haha). Their beers are all enjoyable, with the best of the bunch being the special New England style IPA they had on draft (a collab with another local homebrewer, brewed with local citrus). Their lager was also a group favorite. The best beer they had on draft was a barrel aged porter from that same collab brewer. It was excellent! If you're a beer nerd, don't expect world-class offerings. With that said, none of the beer was even remotely disappointing. The bartender was really friendly and informative too. People of Croatia learn English in school, so there wasn't any type of language barrier. The conversation was great, and he even sent us off with a few unexpected complimentary souvenirs from our visit. Such a nice, chill environment to spend an hour or two. We will definitely go back when we return to the area. As a note, they don't have food available but I believe they are OK if you bring food in to enjoy with a beer. Don't quote me on that though.
6. Red History Museum
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5.0 based on 244 reviews
Red History Museum is a newly opened unique interactive experience of everyday life in communist Yugoslavia - a very different time in Croatian history. Using new and old technologies in a 300 square meter space, visitors can now explore and experience what it was like under the Yugoslav regime. Dive into the art, design, politics, secret agencies and the way of the Non-Aligned. Listen to the greatest hits of the time, witness history coming to life and learn the real life stories of people living under the watchful eye of the Communist party.
7. War Photo Limited
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4.5 based on 1,435 reviews
War Photo Limited is an exhibition centre of war and conflict photojournalism situated inside Dubrovnik's historic old city, spread over 2 floors the 350m2 (3800 sq ft) displays photographic exhibits by world renown photojournalists covering recent and ongoing regional and global conflicts. It is the intent of War Photo Limited to educate the public in the field of war photography, to expose the myth of war and the intoxication of war, to let people see war as it is, raw, venal, frightening, by focusing on how war inflicts injustices on innocents and combatants alike.
Reviewed By MadanGopalM - Bengaluru, India
I visited this rate and unusual Museum that displays photographic exhibits by renowned photojournalists who covered recent and earlier regional and global conflicts. It's commendable that these photographers risking their lives and career captured such traumatic and frightening images from remote areas to sensitize the world about the futility and meaningless injustices that happened and continue to happen in this insane world. There is permanent exhibition of iconic images titled The End of Yugoslavia , photographs by Alfred Yaghobzadeh from Iran-Iraq war, special images and narration from Tim Page from NAM conflict. This is a must visit for any traveller who could understand how wars and violent conflicts lead too unimaginable human agony and why world deserve peace. There is admission ticket and photography is allowed inside.The brochure in english is quite informative. Located at the entrance of Antuninska in a lane at main street Stradan, not to be missed.
8. Memorial Room of the Defenders of Dubrovnik
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4.5 based on 398 reviews
Reviewed By i8toys - West Midlands, United Kingdom
We were interested in the whole history of Dubrovnik - ancient and more recent events. Sobering to see how young these men were and comparing them to ourselves in the 90's brings it home.
9. Church of St. Ignatius of Loyola
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4.5 based on 517 reviews
Reviewed By KarinAndFilip - Eeklo, Belgium
On the south side of Gundulic Square a monumental staircase leads to the Church of St Ignatius. The construction of this single nave, with side chapels and a semicircular divided apse Jesuit church was finished in 1725. It was the work of the Jesuit architect and painter Ignazio Pozzo.
10. Love Stories Museum
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4.5 based on 146 reviews
Collecting and exhibiting personal love stories and items of great sentimental value from all around the world...
Reviewed By 524lesliev
I enjoyed walking around reading about Dubrovnik and famous couples and musician's famous letters! I had just seen the odd looking owl inside the Pile gate before heading to the Love Stories (Letters) Museum - then I learned its history. Neat! I enjoyed reading about Edward VIII & Wallis Simpson and "Seagulls" - what a PERFECT name - I met a few of those on the Camino.... lol.... Reading about Eric Clapton - the story is famous but I loved reading about it again. I also love this inscription "Discover the secret of love and you will solve the secret death and believe that life is eternal" At the end you can write your own love letter and post it on the wall! I came solo and will be single forever (by choice) but I wrote a love letter for all of my dogs! Dogs have taught me unconditional love - I mean think about this - place your significant (two legged) other and your dog in the trunk of your can and drive down a bumpy dirt road. When you get out and go open the trunk, which one do you think is happy to see you??????? This was a quick fun exhibit! GO DO IT!
