Dubrovnik is one of the most magical places I’ve ever visited. The entire coastal region is scenic and the old town of Dubrovnik makes for some amazing photos! I couldn’t get enough of the orange roof tops peering over the crystal clear blue water and the incredible sunsets which attract large crowds every evening!
It’s a romantic destination filled with narrow passages and charming terraces and despite the large summer crowds, Dubrovnik still remains a wonderful place, well worth discovering!
Most of the iconic pictures you see over Dubrovnik are actually from Ploce!
If you’re looking to have THE BEST time in Dubrovnik, I highly recommend visiting during the off-season late May to early June or Mid-September, this way there will be fewer tourist, lower prices and you will still benefit from the incredible weather. Stay in Ploce, high above the old town, it really is picture perfect – you won’t want to move from your balcony (just see the first photo in this post)!
You can truly see everything of the old town in 2-3 days (it’s pretty compact!) including the well-known spots such as the wall walk, cable car and Lokrum Island, but if you want to visit the nearby beach coves, islands and wineries then I recommend stopping longer, especially if this is your first taste of Croatia!
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QUICK HOTEL & RESTAURANT RECOMMENDATIONS
WHERE TO STAY
Scalini Palace – £££ – housed in a fully renovated 16th Century Manor, Scalini is set in the old town. All rooms are modern with stone wall features and some have balconies – a must!
Guest House Forty Four – ££££ – an attractive guest house that looks like a five-star boutique hotel! Situated in the centre of Dubrovnik, Forty-Four has stone walls, high end décor, a beautiful terrace and restaurant! For splurging I would stay here in a heartbeat!
Plazzo De Bona – ££ – set in a nice location just 200 yards from the Stradun, Palazzo De Bona rooms are modern and spotless and some have views over the town – a fab choice.
Scalini Palace – ££ – amongst the cobbled side streets with good sized rooms an balconies overlooking the roof tops, book the top tier rooms.
Rooms Raic – £ – perfect for the economical solo female traveller! Rooms Raic is a small guest house with four rooms and a central communal kitchen. Its newly furnished, modern and bright. I was lucky to get the room at the front which opens out on to the balcony with spectacular views! (see top picture)
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WHERE TO EAT
Above 5 Restaurant – go for the best panoramic a-la-cart breakfast experience in the heart of the old town with views to die for! It’s a michelin rated splurge and perfect for occasions.
Snek By Congo – easily one of my favourite breakfast places in central Dubrovnik, best for healthy options, juices, sourdough toppers and presentation!
Lucin Kantun – a great little restaurant for inventive tapas – tucked down a narrow old town passage. Bookings are essential at peak dinner times.
Panorama Restaurant – for the best sunset view at the top of the cable car ride – if timed right, you will have a spectacular meal experience!
Fish Restaurnant Proto – a perfect spot for fish lovers – another michelin guided restaurant with a choice of old town passage tables or roof top terrace.
Gradska Kavana Arsenal – you can’t miss this popular and classy terrace split between the harbour and old town. Try the ‘healthy breakfast set’ lunch menu or stop by for a coffee!
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