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Dubrovnik, Croatia

A walled Adriatic city so photogenic it's become a filming location in its own right, and Croatia's most visited coastal spot.

Main airport: Dubrovnik Airport (DBV)

Local Time

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Current Weather

24°C

Mostly clear 6 km/h

Coordinates

42.5614, 18.2682

527 m elevation

Nearby Airports

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Dubrovnik's red-roofed old town, ringed by intact medieval walls above the Adriatic, has become one of the most recognizable cityscapes in Europe, helped along by its use as a filming location for major TV productions. It's small, walkable, and best appreciated outside the cruise-ship rush of midday in peak season.

Best time to visit

May–June and September–October bring warm, swimmable weather while avoiding the most crowded midsummer weeks.

Top attractions

•The Old Town walls, walkable in full for a view over the rooftops and sea
•Stradun, the old town's main limestone-paved street
•A cable car ride up Mount Srđ for a view over the walled city
•Lokrum Island, a short boat ride away for swimming and shade
•The Rector's Palace and the old town's Baroque churches

Practical tips

•Shuttle buses connect Dubrovnik Airport (DBV) to the Old Town's Pile Gate in about 30 minutes — there's no rail link anywhere on this stretch of coast.
•Cruise ship days can flood the old town with day-trippers around midday — early morning or evening visits are noticeably quieter.
•Croatia adopted the euro in 2023, simplifying currency for visitors from elsewhere in the eurozone.

Frequently asked questions

What airport serves Dubrovnik?

Dubrovnik's main airport is Dubrovnik Airport (DBV).

When is the best time to visit Dubrovnik?

May–June and September–October bring warm, swimmable weather while avoiding the most crowded midsummer weeks.

Is Dubrovnik a good place to meet someone flying from a different city?