Old Port

The Old Port of Dubrovnik, located in the eastern part of the old town, is a living testimony of the city’s rich maritime history. During the period of the Republic of Ragusa, the port represented the bustling heart of commercial and maritime activities, a role it has maintained over the centuries. This port was not […]

Fortress of San Giovanni

The Fortress of St. John, also known as Mulo Tower, is one of the most imposing and significant defensive structures in Dubrovnik. Located on the southeastern side of the city’s old port, the fortress was built to protect the entrance of the port from enemy attacks and pirate raids, serving as the main bulwark of […]

Porporela

Porporela, a charming pier and breakwater located in the old port of Dubrovnik, is one of the most loved and visited places in the city. Built in the 19th century to protect the harbor from waves and strong winds that could damage anchored boats, Porporela has a practical function but also a deep sentimental value […]

Dubrovnik Clock Tower

The Clock Tower of Dubrovnik, also known as the Bell Tower, is one of the most iconic structures in the old town, located at the eastern end of Stradun, the main pedestrian street of Dubrovnik. Originally built in 1444, this 31-meter tower has been a symbol of time and power for centuries, marking the hours […]

House of Marin Držić

The Marin Držić House, located in the heart of the Old Town of Dubrovnik, is a museum dedicated to the life and work of the greatest Croatian playwright of the Renaissance. Born in 1508, Držić is often compared to Shakespeare for his ability to address universal themes through comedy and satire. His birthplace was transformed […]

Rupe Ethnographic Museum

The Ethnographic Museum Rupe in Dubrovnik, located in an ancient granary dating back to the 16th century, is a fascinating testimony of the culture and rural traditions of the region. The name “Rupe” means “holes” in Croatian, referring to the deep silos carved into the rock that were used to store grain. These silos, lined […]

Dubrovnik Aquarium

The Dubrovnik Aquarium, located on the ground floor of the historic St. John’s Fortress, offers a fascinating immersion into the marine world of the Adriatic. The fortress itself, initially built in the 14th century and expanded in the 16th century, is one of the most imposing defensive structures in the city, designed to protect the […]

Maritime Museum of Ragusa

The Maritime Museum of Dubrovnik, located inside the historic Fort of St. John, represents a fascinating journey into the city’s rich maritime tradition. Founded in 1949 on the initiative of the Yugoslav Academy of Sciences and Arts (now the Croatian Academy of Sciences and Arts), the museum houses a vast collection of artifacts documenting centuries […]

Monument to Ivan Gundulić

Gundulić Square, located in the heart of the Old Town of Dubrovnik, is one of the liveliest and most charming corners of the city. Named after the famous Croatian Baroque poet Ivan Gundulić, the square is a meeting point for both locals and tourists. Every morning, the square comes to life with an open-air market, […]

Ragusa Western Pier

The Old Port of Dubrovnik, located east of the Old Town, is one of the most picturesque and historically significant places in the city. This port has served as the bustling heart of Dubrovnik’s maritime and commercial activities since medieval times, and its architectural beauty and historical significance continue to attract visitors from around the […]