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Dubrovnik Small Boat Harbour

Dubrovnik in Photos

April 28, 2016 By Jan Robinson 28 Comments

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A maritime power house in the 15th and 16th Centuries, today Dubrovnik is Croatia’s biggest tourist drawcard, attracting up to five cruise ships at a time. You can read our Dubrovnik planning tips here, while this post provides additional photos to help build a mental image of the city.
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The walled city in the background and Lovrijenac Fort 37m above sea level in the foreground.

Dubrovnik walled city from the outside

It is true that Dubrovnik is sometimes over-run with tourists, but the good news for independent travellers is by 4 p.m. cruise ship day visits are over and the pace settles.

Peaceful Cloisters of Franciscan Monastery.

Dubrovnik Franciscan Monastery Cloister

A first time walk down Stradun, the main thoroughfare of Dubrovnik leaves a favourable impression, but escaping into the tiny alleys provides a more intimate experience.

Beautiful buildings line the Stradun.

Rectors Palace Dubrovnik

It is true that these alleys are narrow and many, but the old town area is compact and safe. Of course exercise caution with your valuables as you would in any tourist destination.

Alleys of varying sizes cram into the space within the 2 km long walls.

Dubrovnik Alleys full of atmosphere

Viewing the town from the walls is an excellent way of understanding the layout of the old town and new town. The walls on the land side are up to 6 metres thick with the tallest parts of the wall measuring 25 metres.

Layered Walls of Dubrovnik.

Dubrovnik walls and tower

When the sun shines, the mix of orange roof tops and brilliant blue of the Adriatic seen from above is startlingly beautiful. I’m not a fan of heights but enjoyed our walk along the walls.

Dubrovnik wall town and island

Dubrovnik Small Boat Harbour

The 15th Century bell tower and it’s two green bronze men, that strike the bell at mid-day (restored in 1929) can be best viewed from the wall.

Dubrovnik clock tower from the walls

Dubrovnik Walls from the outside

Leaning against stone walls at night, captivated by drifting clarinet music and mellow pools of light forming beneath street lamps I had a strong desire to never leave.

Dubrovnik by night

We found a small restaurant on the way to one of the “Buza” (hole in the wall) bars and returned that evening. It was our kind of place, with an eclectic asian menu, casual setting and affordable prices.

Dubrovnik Restaurant

Dubrovnik by night is a romantic place and it is easy to make your own special memories. By day the dazzling blue ocean makes you want to jump right in or at least go kayaking.

Dubrovnik Kayaking

 

 

Our visit to Dubrovnik was part of our Ten Weeks in Europe 2015 trip.

Add a link to your travel post at the link up below.  I am co-hosting Nancie’s Travel Photo Thursday with Ruth from Tanama Tales and  Rachel from Rachel’s Ruminations.

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Jan Robinson writes about travel on her Budget Travel Talk blog. A solo traveller in her teens, for the last 40 years Jan has travelled through Australia, Asia, Europe, Turkey and New Zealand with her husband. They specialise in road trips, caravanning and Independent travel without spending a fortune. Her favourite destination is Turkey and she is currently dreaming of Myanmar and Mexico.

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  1. Tanja (the Red phone box travels)

    April 28, 2016 at 11:52 pm

    beautiful photos! Dubrovnik’s definitely the pearl of my country!:) I’ve bee twice 🙂

    Reply
    • Jan

      April 29, 2016 at 12:42 pm

      I loved it too Tanja. Next time I would book in advance and try staying in the old town.

      Reply
  2. Ruth - Tanama Tales

    April 29, 2016 at 12:06 pm

    I have never been to Dubrovnik but, for what I have seen in photos, I like the mix of eye catching architecture and beautiful surroundings. The water in the marina looks so inviting. Plus, I would like to spend an entire day walking around town.

    Reply
    • Jan

      April 29, 2016 at 12:40 pm

      The old town is very small Ruth, so you would have no trouble walking around it.

      Reply
  3. Kathy Marris

    April 29, 2016 at 12:08 pm

    Interesting that you said that you like to avoid touristy places as I also don’t like places that are too touristy. However I have always really wanted to see Dubrovnik since my daughter travelled here many years ago. I would say from the look of your gorgeous photos that you enjoyed your visit? It is definitely on the itinerary for my Mediterranean cruise in 2017!

    Reply
    • Jan

      April 29, 2016 at 12:40 pm

      I loved Dubrovnik. It is gorgeous and romantic Kathy.

      Reply
  4. Grey World Nomads

    May 1, 2016 at 5:28 am

    What a wonderful place to visit. We really need to drive down whole the coast from Slovenia to Greece. That would be a dream! #TPThursday

    Reply
    • Jan

      May 1, 2016 at 8:28 am

      I agree, I was sorry that we didn’t have enough time for Albania and Greece. We did get to include a little of Bosnia and Montenegro however and that was great.

      Reply
  5. Sophie

    May 1, 2016 at 6:07 am

    Dubrovnik is so beautiful, isn’t it… And so clean!

    Reply
    • Jan

      May 1, 2016 at 8:27 am

      I never thought about the cleanliness of it Sophie, but you are right, it is clean.

      Reply
  6. Frank

    May 2, 2016 at 12:32 am

    Great photos. Dubrovnik is stunning but wasn’t our favorite Croatia destination – it’s a bit too touristy for it’s own good. But it sure is beautiful and walking the walls was our highlight.

    Frank (bbqboy)

    Reply
    • Jan

      May 2, 2016 at 8:03 am

      The old town was not a place to live I agree Frank but a beautiful one to visit in shoulder season.

      Reply
  7. Turkey's For Life

    May 2, 2016 at 6:15 pm

    Oh, wow, it just looks sooo pretty here. Not too far away from Turkey, either so think we should plan a city break sometime and fly there from Istanbul. Great set of photos. 🙂
    Julia

    Reply
    • Jan

      May 3, 2016 at 2:57 pm

      I believe you can fly from Istanbul quite cheaply Julia!

      Reply
  8. Pinky Poinker

    May 2, 2016 at 9:05 pm

    You’re spot on about the orange contrasted with the blue of the ocean. It’s stunning. And that lovely romantic little lane! Gorgeous.

    Reply
    • Jan

      May 3, 2016 at 2:58 pm

      It is a romantic place and a fun place too Pinky!

      Reply
  9. Krista

    May 4, 2016 at 10:22 am

    Absolutely stunning, Jan. I want to slip into that sun-drenched courtyard and live there forever. 🙂

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    • Jan

      May 4, 2016 at 4:31 pm

      I know what you mean Krista. You would love the garden at our accommodation. The owner had a largish vegie plot with the hugest reddest tomatoes amongst other things and a timber seat with cushions on it, on a patch of grass beneath the olive tree!

      Reply
  10. Sharon Wagner

    May 5, 2016 at 6:06 am

    What an amazing city. They must film some of game of Thrones there. Definitely bucket list worthy.

    Reply
    • Jan

      May 5, 2016 at 7:28 am

      I’m not a Game of Thrones fan but I believe the walls were used in the filming and other sites around Dubrovnik. There are GOT gift shops in the walled city!

      Reply
  11. Nancie

    May 5, 2016 at 7:32 am

    Hi Jan! Apologies that I am so slow in visiting. It’s not for lack of trying, but my semester is taking up most of my time. Anyway, Dubrovnik looks absolutely gorgeous. Eastern Europe is definitely on my radar!

    Reply
    • Jan

      May 5, 2016 at 7:47 am

      This semester seems more full-on than usual Nancie, I hope the next one settles down. Dubrovnik certainly is beautiful but I would not like to be there in Peak Season!

      Reply
  12. Marcia

    May 5, 2016 at 10:57 am

    Gorgeous photos, Jan. Love those quaint little alleyways even Dubrovnik’s layered walls. My niece went there last year and has been raving about it since. I can see what she means.

    Reply
    • Jan

      May 5, 2016 at 3:20 pm

      Thanks Marcia, I think that given lovely weather and few crowds that everyone would love Dubrovnik. It was fabulous when we were there.

      Reply
  13. Rachel Heller

    May 6, 2016 at 2:30 am

    These beautiful photos really make me want to check out Dubrovnik, but I think I’ll wait till off-season, when there are fewer tourists!

    Reply
    • Jan

      May 6, 2016 at 1:38 pm

      Good idea Rachel. It was good in June.

      Reply
  14. Mary {The World Is A Book}

    May 16, 2016 at 12:37 pm

    Beautiful photos of such a stunning city! This has long been on my travel wish list and I’d be content to visit even for a day on a cruise stop just to get a taste of it. Love those views from the walls. That old town area looks like my kind of place to explore.

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    • Jan

      May 16, 2016 at 1:08 pm

      That is true Mary. One day in the old walled town of Dubrovnik would be sufficient to see a lot and enjoy the experience.

      Reply

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