Old Town Sights & History - Small-Group Tour

Dubrovnik, Croatia
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This tour will show you the Old Town through the eyes of a local - all our guides are locals of Dubrovnik and all of us are very passionate about the history of our city. It's not just showing you around and sharing intriguing stories, it's about fully immersing into the life of Dubrovnik people, today and centuries ago! Some of us grew up inside the walls and will gladly show you where we used to play as kids; you'll get to see interesting details and experience Dubrovnik in a whole new way. Think of this not only as a tour but also as a walk with a friendly local. We want this tour to be a personable experience for all our guests - we guarantee small groups. There will never be more than eight guests per guide. We want you to make the most of this, get to know the city, its history and your local guide!

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Itinerary
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Stop At: Old Town, Dubrovnik Croatia

Walk the streets of the Old Town with Dubrovnik Local Guides - our ninety-minute walking tour is ideal to discover the main sights and learn about the history!

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Ploce Gate, Ulica Sv. Dominika, Dubrovnik 20000 Croatia

Your tour begins at Ploče gate, the eastern entrance to the Old town. We will begin with a short introduction and explain the beginnings and the historical importance of Dubrovnik.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Dominican Monastery, Svetoga Dominika 4, Dubrovnik 20000 Croatia

We'll take a look at the Dominican Monastery, the oldest still active monastery in Dubrovnik

Duration: 3 minutes

Stop At: City Harbor, Dubrovnik Croatia

Once upon a time this was the center of trade the old Dubrovnik Republic where wooden galleons were built. Hear more about the maritime history of Dubrovnik from your local guide.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Dubrovnik Cathedral, Kneza Damjana Jude 1, Dubrovnik 20000 Croatia

One cathedral or maybe three? As you marvel at the baroque architecture of Dubrovnik cathedral, your guide will share with you the stories from its rich past and throw in a few legends as well...

Duration: 2 minutes

Stop At: Church of St. Ignatius of Loyola, Poljana R. Boskovica, Dubrovnik Croatia

The Jesuit church! When did the most powerful Catholic order come to Dubrovnik and why? Listen to your guide's story about the most famous Jesuit from Dubrovnik, one who even has a crater on the Moon named after him!

Duration: 4 minutes

Stop At: Monument of Poet Ivan Gundulic, Gunduliceva poljana, Dubrovnik 20000 Croatia

Here we'll meet the most famous poet of the old Dubrovnik Republic and roam the market square!

Duration: 3 minutes

Stop At: Rector's Palace, Pred Dvorom 1, Dubrovnik 20000 Croatia

This was once upon a time the supreme political institution in the old Dubrovnik Republic - hear the guide's stories about the old aristocracy, political wisdom and some strange and curious details...

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Statue of Marin Drzic, Pred Dvorom 2, Dubrovnik 20000 Croatia

The guy with the golden nose - our most famous renaissance playwright Marin Držić is surely the most popular man around! Your guide will tell you the story of his life and why people touch his nose.

Duration: 3 minutes

Stop At: Sponza Palace, Stradun 2, Dubrovnik 20000 Croatia

Once upon a time the customs house of Dubrovnik Republic, Sponza palace bears is today the home to the historical archives. Your guide will tell you about its importance in the old days and share with you some pretty cool Latin proverbs...

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Bell Tower, Dubrovnik Croatia

What makes our belltower so special? Well, a couple of things, but wait for your guide to tell you about it...

Duration: 2 minutes

Stop At: Church of Saint Blaise, Placa Thoroughfare, Dubrovnik 20230 Croatia

Saint Blaise! You can see his statues all over the place, but your guide will tell you the legend and the true story about Dubrovnik's patron saint.

Duration: 3 minutes

Stop At: Orlando Column, Luza Square, Dubrovnik 20000 Croatia

Hear the story of the brave knight Orlando and how he became the symbol of the old Dubrovnik Republic!

Duration: 3 minutes

Stop At: Dubrovnik Synagogue, Zudioska 5, Dubrovnik 20000 Croatia

Hear about the history of the Jewish community of Dubrovnik from your knowledgeable tour guide. From the early days, through the hardship and difficult times, to the present day - the small but proud Jewish community of Dubrovnik has some intriguing stories...

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Stradun Old Dubrovnik, Dubrovnik 20000 Croatia

Walk with us along the famous Stradun, the shiny main street of the Old Town.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Church of St Roch, Dubrovnik Croatia

Tucked away from the main street, kids in the 16th century used to play football in front of the church of St. Roch. Your guide will show you some very old graffiti on the side wall of the church...

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Onophrian Fountain, Placa 32, Dubrovnik 20000 Croatia

Built in the 15th century, this fountain was the terminus of the old aqueduct. Learn more about its importance from your knowledgeable tour guide!

Duration: 3 minutes

Stop At: The Franciscan Church and Monastery, 4 Poljana Paska Milicevica, Dubrovnik 20000 Croatia

Hear about the third oldest pharmacy by the continuity of its work in Europe and how the Franciscans contributed to Dubrovnik society from your local guide.

Duration: 3 minutes

Stop At: Pile Gate, Ulica Vrata od Pila, Dubrovnik 20000 Croatia

The tour ends near Pile gate, the western entrance to the Old town. Your guide will tell you about the end of Dubrovnik Republic for you to have a better understanding of the rich history of this city.

Duration: 5 minutes

Inclusions

  • Professional licensed tour guide

Exclusions

  • Gratuities

Additional information

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Face masks required for all guests at indoor spaces
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

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