World Heritage Centre City Old Town Dubrovnik Croatia

Dubrovnik's old city has been classified as one of the seven natural wonders of Europe. Located along the Adriatic Sea, this walled city offers tourists unspoiled beauty. Many medieval buildings offer a glimpse into their long history. The historic district is enclosed by imposing fortifications and is rich in architectural gems. The first thing you need to do when you land in Dubrovnik is to get your bearings. This city has a laid-back atmosphere that attracts people from around the world, but it still manages to retain its old charm. It's like stepping into a time machine. You'll feel like you've stepped off into a storybook.

St John's Fortress - The fort was built in the 15th century by Serbian King Jovan Nenad who later became Saint John Chrysostom. In addition to its military function, the fortress served as a residence for the noblemen. Until 1918, it was held by the Republic of Ragusa, before becoming part of Yugoslavia and then Croatia.

St Blaise Church - Built-in 1741, this church is often referred to as the "Pearl of Bari". Its architecture blends traditional Roman features with Venetian influences. A total of 80 steps lead to the entrance of the cathedral which is decorated with elaborate frescos.

Rector's Palace - Built in the 16th century, it has several museums. Among these are the Museum of Modern Art, the Ethnographic Museum, and the Museum of Natural History. The castle is built on a small peninsula that separates the two ports. From the terrace, enjoy views of both the sea and mainland across the narrow strait.

Ploče Gate (Bardolino) - One of the four original gates that protected the town from invaders. It is located near the Franciscan Monastery where visitors can attend Mass. The gate dates back to the 13th century and is the oldest surviving structure in the whole city.

Sponza Palace - The current residence of the Mayor of Dubrovnik. The palace was built in the 18th century. Enter through the monumental courtyard where the walls were once covered with paintings depicting stories of knights and battles. 

Dubrovnik Old City - A city located on the Adriatic Sea, just southwest of Rijeka, along the Dalmatian coast of Croatia. It is surrounded by mountains to the north, east, and south and has many historic sites, including walls that were built to protect against attacks from neighboring Bosnia and Herzegovina. The walled area of Dubrovnik extends about 1 km inland from its coastline and contains some old fortified buildings, churches, mosques, synagogues, fortresses, and other structures.

Stradun is the old town's main street and it runs parallel to the Dubrovnik Walls. Many of the houses here were built before the 1667 earthquake, therefore some of them are quite old. The street is filled with shops and cafes and leads to the Pile Gate that marks the entrance into the old town.