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When is the best time to visit Dubrovnik?Feb 25, 2025 • 5 min read
Whether you're after beach time, festivals or a complete bargain, this is what you need to know about when to visit Dubrovnik.
Dubrovnik Travel Stories
destination practicalitiesWhat’s the best area to stay in Dubrovnik? Here’s a neighborhood guideDec 19, 2024 • 7 min read
From sightseeing in the Old Town to the modern waterfront hotels of Lapad, these are the best neighborhoods in Dubrovnik to stay, play and explore.
beaches9 of the best beaches in DubrovnikJul 26, 2024 • 5 min read
Forget the shiny marble streets of Dubrovnik, if you really want some lovely rocks these are the best beaches in and around the city.
destination practicalities12 things every Dubrovnik local knowsDec 18, 2023 • 5 min read
Don't take your coffee to go, take the bus downtown, and other tips for first-time travelers to Dubrovnik.
public transportGetting around Dubrovnik is easy with these top tipsJun 22, 2023 • 8 min read
Tucked between Mt Srđ and the sea, Dubrovnik scores highly for its stunning natural setting. Here are the best ways to get around the Pearl of the Adriatic.
budget travelDubrovnik on a budget: how to see Croatia's star city for lessApr 15, 2023 • 7 min read
Do more. Spend less. How to visit Dubrovnik without going broke.
activities11 of the best free things to do in DubrovnikMar 19, 2023 • 6 min read
Some of the best things to do in Dubrovnik are completely free.
The 7 best parks in Dubrovnik: a guide to the city's green spacesJun 11, 2022 • 5 min read
Locating Dubrovnik's top parks isn't always easy – they often seem hidden away, in the most obvious yet well-concealed spots. Here's where to find them.
activitiesDubrovnik itineraries: make the most of your time in one of Croatia's favorite ancient citiesJun 9, 2022 • 6 min read
Plan your time in Dubrovnik with these itineraries for a two-, three- or four-day trip.
art and cultureThe 7 best museums in Dubrovnik from folk costumes to photojournalismMay 30, 2022 • 4 min read
From the classical to the quirky, these are the best museums and galleries to visit in Dubrovnik.
beachesHow to spend the perfect long weekend in DubrovnikMay 5, 2022 • 5 min read
From the city walls and cocktails to carefree boat rides down along the coast, here's what to do in Dubrovnik when you've only got a weekend.
hikingHere's what you can expect on a Lonely Planet Experiences tour of the BalkansJan 20, 2020 • 5 min read
Not many regions can brag that they have renowned national parks, like Durmitor and Plitvice Lakes; world-class cities that retain an air of relaxed cool, like…
foodNatural beauty, heritage and wine: 10 idyllic day trips from DubrovnikJun 25, 2019 • 7 min read
Poised gracefully against the glistening Adriatic Sea at Croatia's southern tip, the enchanting city of Dubrovnik graces many a bucket list. If you’re…
beachesHow to live like a Local in DubrovnikDec 4, 2018 • 4 min read
LP Local Vesna Celebic has been living in Dubrovnik for a few decades, but she only started truly appreciating its intricate history once she began…