Hotels near Dubrovnik City Walls
20000, Dubrovnik, Croatia
No list of things to do in Dubrovnik is complete without the city walls. This 2 km loop of stone fortifications encircles the entire Old Town, rising up to 25 metres high and stretching 6 metres thick in places. Built between the 13th and 17th centuries, the walls are among the most complete and best-preserved defensive systems in Europe. Walking them offers an unbroken panorama of terracotta rooftops, the shimmering Adriatic, and the island of Lokrum floating just offshore.
The circuit is one-way (counterclockwise) and takes between 1 and 2 hours depending on your pace and how often you stop for photos. The highest section is along the northern landward wall, where Minceta Tower provides a commanding 360-degree view of the city. The seaward stretch on the south side passes directly above the cliff bars and the crashing waves below. There are three entry points: Pile Gate (busiest), Ploce Gate, and near the Maritime Museum at St. John's Fortress. Tickets cost around 35 EUR and include entry to Fort Lovrijenac.
Pro Tip: Enter at the Ploce Gate entrance at 08:00 when the walls open in summer. You will have the first 20-30 minutes nearly to yourself while the cruise ship crowds queue at Pile Gate. Bring water and sun protection - there is almost no shade on the walls.
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