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They have generously shared their ‘insider secrets’ to Dubrovnik to help you get the most out of your visit to this amazing city.
Must-see sights in Dubrovnik
- Stradun, Placa The main cobblestone paved street of the city, this is where all the action is.
- City Walls Dubrovnik is completely surrounded with walls and forts, don’t forget the Old Port.
- Mount Srd The highest point above Dubrovnik, with absolutely stunning views, take the cable car up to this point
- The Franciscan Monastery, Old Town Inside is the Pharmacy dating from the 14th century (the oldest in Europe)
- Visit the Dubrovnik 5D Theatrum at St Claire’s Convent. The show only lasts a little over half an hour but will give you an amazing insight into the city and its history.
Favourite place or area to stay in Dubrovnik
- I always try and stay in a private apartment in the old town owned by a local family as this gives you the real taste of this city.
- Hotel Excelsior, which is just outside the Old Town to the south, has views back towards the Old Town which are simply spectacular
Best place to eat in Dubrovnik
- For something very special the Sunset Lounge at the Hotel Dubrovnik Palace.
- Konoba Pupo only seats about 15-20 so you may have to wait for a table but the food is traditional home cooked recipes
- Dolce Vita in the Old Town has the best crepes
Best way to get around Dubrovnik
- Walking, as there is no traffic in the old city and the rest of Dubrovnik can be easily discovered with local buses
- Local fisherman’s boat, will take up to 3 persons. Take a trip to the close islands (Lokrum, Lopud, Kalamota) and go swimming, sunbathing, or fishing on the boat as well.
Local specialities to buy
- Specialist brandies
- Rozata, custard pudding similar to a crème caramel but with local liquor
- Dubrovnik is the home of the neck-tie – even if you don’t wear them you just have to buy one from the old tie store in town.
Best way to spend a lazy Sunday in Dubrovnik
Sipping coffee and watching the world go by in the old town, perhaps a stroll along the beach, or a visit to Korcula or the local Elaphiti Islands.
My hidden secret of Dubrovnik
The perfume lady in the old town that makes perfumes to just for you from local oils
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