Dubrovnik City Walls Tour

4.9
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2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Join us for a 2-hour guided tour of Dubrovnik’s stunning city walls, the perfect way to experience the beauty and history of this incredible place. Spanning 1,940 meters, these ancient walls are a testament to the city’s strength and the hard work of its people. Built to protect Dubrovnik from threats like the Ottoman Turks, British, Russians, Austrians, and even the Yugoslav army, they have stood the test of time.

The tour begins with a walk along the walls, where you’ll enjoy breathtaking views from the very start. On one side, you’ll see the sparkling Adriatic Sea, and on the other, the beautiful red rooftops of the Old City. This "wall-walk" is sure to be a highlight of your visit to Dubrovnik.

As you explore, you’ll pass forts and towers that offer the best views of the city. Don’t miss the incredible view from Minčeta Fort, one of the most iconic spots on the walls and a true highlight of the tour.

What's Included

Licensed English speaking guide
City Walls ticket

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Dubrovnik Walking Tours

Our Meeting Point is the Big Onofrio's Fountain. Our representative is waiting for you by the fountain holding the red umbrella.

End point
Dubrovnik

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Onofrio's Large Fountain

    The meeting point is The Large Onofrio's Fountain inside the Old Town (next to Hard Rock Cafe). Look for a red umbrella.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Dubrovnik City Walls

    The tour starts with a walk on the walls so that you benefit from the immediate impact of the stunning panoramic views: with the shimmering Adriatic on one side and the striking red rooftops on the other, this "wall-walk" will be an unforgettable memory of your visit to Dubrovnik. The numerous forts and towers on the fortifications provide the best views of the Old City with the iconic view from the Minčeta fort being one of the highlights.

    1 hour 55 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • Minceta Fortress (Pass by)

    Minčeta Fortress dominates the highest north-western part of the City. It is a large circular tower with a massive battlement suspended by stone sup-porters. The first, smaller, quadrangular tower was constructed by Nikifor Ranjina in 1319.

    Admission ticket free
  • Fort Bokar (Pass by)

    The Bokar Fortress was considered the key point of defense of the western sea as well as a land approach to the town. The fort was designed by the Florentine architect Michelozzo di Bartolomeo Michelozzi as a semicircular two-story building.

    Admission ticket free
  • St. John's Fortress (Pass by)

    The Fortress of St John (Sveti Ivan) is one of this city's impressive medieval defences. The towers date back to the 14th century and the main structure is from the 16th century. Often called Mulo tower, the Fortress of St John's is another key fort in the Dubrovnik City walls defense complex.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Challenging for people with walking difficulties
  • The city walls walk may be challenging for those with walking difficulties
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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