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Duration: half day

Difficulty: easy

Location: Dubrovnik

Available all year round

Stories of Dubrovnik

Discover the fascinating history of Dubrovnik!

Magnificent Dubrovnik! Within the towering fortification walls of Dubrovnik, there is a wonderful amount of history, art, architecture and culture to take in, but it is the personal stories and insights of the people of Dubrovnik that will affect you and give you a true sense of the city’s remarkable existence. From ancient to modern, triumph and tragedy, your private guided walking tour will take you around the most significant landmarks, but engage you with first-hand accounts and stories of what life in Dubrovnik was like through history to the present day.

  • This tour is fully private and on request only.
  • Tour includes collection from your hotel, villa or private accommodation by our local guide and professional English speaking chauffeur in a comfortable luxury sedan car or passenger van and entrance tickets to two attractions.
  • Bring your camera, comfortable shoes, hat and sunscreen in the summer months.
  • Please advise if you have any mobility issues so the tour can be adjusted accordingly.
  • OPTIONAL: We recommend to add visit to the city walls. Available at additional cost.

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What you'll see on this tour

Dubrovnik has captivated kings and commoners alike for centuries! It’s the quintessential walled city of legend—proud, grand and ancient. With its signature red and orange clay rooftops and massive stone ramparts framed by the dazzling blue Adriatic, our original, classic walking tour of Dubrovnik is the ultimate treat for visitors who want to see beyond the obvious and explore the architecture and history of this fabled city. Join us as we discover Dubrovnik and its golden age.

Our discovery begins as we enter the Old Town through one of two main city gates. Along the way, marvel at St. Savior’s church, the mystical Franciscan and the grandiose Dominican church, the Onofrio’s fountain, bell clock tower, Old city harbor and the Cathedral. Stop by one of the crown jewels of Dubrovnik, Knežev Dvor – the Rector’s Palace, the most important building in the public life of the Dubrovnik Republic, the former house of Rector, the office of the government, the civic prison and a lively public square all at the same time. Today it is a city museum, recreating the room functions and holding many original works. If you are fortunate enough to be in Dubrovnik during its celebrated Dubrovnik Summer Festival, listening to a starlit classical concert in the open atrium of the Rector’s Palace is an unforgettable Dubrovnik experience.

One of the real highlights of our walking tour is the famous Pharmacy at the Franciscan Monastery (1317). Inside is a fascinating collection of decorated jars filled with ancient remedies; unique measurement devices, together with alembics and mortars, all displayed in much of the same way as it was centuries ago. The Monastery, which also houses a museum with outstanding displays of sacral artefacts, was almost completely destroyed in the tragic earthquake of 1667, as well as severely damaged in the Homeland war in 1991.

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Walls of Dubrovnik

The most recognizable feature of Dubrovnik are its walls that run almost 2 km (1.2 mi) around the city. Originally built as a tall wall intended to keep people and arrows away, the walls were subsequently upgraded over time, keeping up with the times and styles of warfare. The most substantial interventions on the land side took place in the 15th century, when the city feared the Turks, while the Austro-Hungarian Empire undertook significant changes on the seaside four centuries later. The most impressive tower of all is Minčeta Tower, or the Game of Thrones Tower of the Undying. Its present look, the eternal symbol of the unconquerable city of Dubrovnik, dates from the 15th century.

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Our “Stories of Dubrovnik” is not just a sightseeing experience; it’s a journey through time. This private guided walking tour will take you around the most significant landmarks of Dubrovnik and tell you personal accounts and stories about the city’s life from its history to the present day. From ancient to modern, from triumph to tragedy, you will have the opportunity to delve deep into Dubrovnik’s culture and history. Your tour includes collection from your hotel or private accommodation, professional English-speaking guide and chauffeur, and entrance tickets to two attractions.

This private guided walking tour in Dubrovnik takes you to the city’s most significant landmarks, including St. Savior’s church, the mystical Franciscan and the grandiose Dominican church, the Onofrio’s fountain, bell clock tower, Old city harbor, and the Cathedral. One of the highlights of the tour is the visit to Knežev Dvor – the Rector’s Palace, a place of enormous historical and cultural significance in Dubrovnik. We also stop at the Pharmacy at the Franciscan Monastery, a site with a fascinating collection of ancient remedies and unique measurement devices.

Dubrovnik has a rich and complex history that has left a deep imprint on its architecture, culture, and people. From its days as a proud and grand walled city to the hardships of the tragic earthquake of 1667 and the Homeland war in 1991, Dubrovnik has a lot of stories to tell. During the tour, we will engage you with first-hand accounts and stories that will give you a true sense of the city’s remarkable existence.

The Pharmacy at the Franciscan Monastery is one of the real highlights of our walking tour. Founded in 1317, the pharmacy is one of the oldest still in operation today. Inside is a fascinating collection of decorated jars filled with ancient remedies, unique measurement devices, together with alembics and mortars, all displayed in much the same way as it was centuries ago. The Monastery also houses a museum with outstanding displays of sacral artifacts.

Knežev Dvor, or the Rector’s Palace, is the most important building in the public life of the Dubrovnik Republic. It was the house of Rector, the office of the government, the civic prison, and a lively public square all at the same time. Today it is a city museum, recreating the room functions and holding many original works. Listening to a starlit classical concert in the open atrium of the Rector’s Palace during the celebrated Dubrovnik Summer Festival is an unforgettable Dubrovnik experience.

We recommend that you bring your camera to capture the beautiful sights of Dubrovnik, comfortable shoes for walking, and a hat and sunscreen during the summer months. If you have any mobility issues, please advise us so that we can adjust the tour accordingly.

Yes, our private guided walking tour of Dubrovnik is available all year round. The city has a unique charm in every season, from the sunny summers to the mild winters.

Yes, we offer the option to add a visit to the city walls of Dubrovnik at an additional cost. The city walls are the most recognizable feature of Dubrovnik, offering panoramic views of the city and the dazzling blue Adriatic.

The “Stories of Dubrovnik” tour is a half-day tour. The duration of the tour allows for a comprehensive exploration of Dubrovnik’s history and culture, including visits to its most significant landmarks.

Yes, we take pride in our bespoke approach to each client. If you have specific interests or places you’d like to visit, please let us know, and we will do our best to incorporate them into the tour. Our aim is to provide a highly valuable and engaging experience to our clients.