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Today, Dubrovnik is one of the safest cities in the world. However, the historical archives of Dubrovnik hide many records of criminal cases from the past that we would like to share with you. This tour is entirely different than any other historic walking tour in the city because it speaks of another side of the history. It speaks of the people from the edge of society. It covers the number of stories about murders, conspiracies, usage of poisons, prostitutes and scandals, spies, witch trials and other devious things. It also discusses criminal justice which was more imaginative than in modern times. Executions, tortures, body mutilations, these are examples of typical punishments in cruel medieval times. Join us to learn so much more on our Crime and Punishment in old Dubrovnik tour.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Our meeting point is in front of Sesame restaurant, in the street Ul. Dante Alighieri, located only 2-3 minutes away from Pile gate of the old city. From Pile bus stop, follow the main road leaving the old city. Stay on the left side of the street and you will easily find your guide.
We will end our tour either inside the Rector's Palace in the old city, or if you decide to skip it, in front of it.
Itinerary
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1Gradac Park
After meeting in Dante Alighieri street in Pile, we will go straight to Gradac Park, where once the public executions were performed.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Pile Gate (Pass by)
We will walk through Pile area and the western entrance to enter the old city.
Admission ticket free -
2Onofrio's Large Fountain
We'll stop here to learn about the Franciscan friars and their medieval medicines.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
The Cathedral of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary (Pass by)
Before coming to the Cathedral, we will explore the streets of the southern part of the old town to learn about some intriguing criminal cases.
Admission ticket free -
Porat Dubrovnik (Pass by)
We'll pass through the old port.
Admission ticket free -
Stradun (Pass by)
Before reaching the main street Stradun, we'll see the executioner's house, the old sinagogue and after Stradun we'll proceed to our end point in Rector's Palace.
Admission ticket free -
3Rector's Palace
In the Palace we will go through the old courtroom and the prison cells before ending in the atrium. After the tour you can continue to explore the Palace on your own to see our cultural-historical museum of Dubrovnik.
15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A moderate amount of walking is involved (wear comfortable shoes)
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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