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Walking The Walls Of Dubrovnik – Info To Dubrovnik City Walls

Without a doubt, one of, if not THE most famous thing to do in Dubrovnik is to walk the ancient Dubrovnik walls. When you see them in person, it’s not hard to understand why. This is where you’ll get a bird’s eye view right over the city and the Adriatic Sea; it’s a sight that will stay with you forever.

But it’s also true that you need some information to help your visit go without a hitch. I made the mistake on my first time going at midday in summer – a huge mistake. 

So, the first thing I want you to know is about the heat. The city walls are extremely hot and crowded during the peak summer months. Remember to take a hat and some water with you, and always wear sunscreen. If you can, it’s best to go early in the day to beat the worst crowds. But no matter what you do during July and August when Dubrovnik is at it’s busiest (and worst if you ask me), you’ll encounter many other people trying to do the same thing as you.

In essence, you need to make peace that the Dubrovnik walls will be crowded from opening to closing in summer.

What Are The Dubrovnik City Walls

The walls of Dubrovnik run around the perimeter of the Old Tower, and they’re the number one spot for visitors to the area. Historically, the walls were built to defend the city from invaders heading over the Adriatic Sea, with ramparts constructed on the outer city edge right into the mountains as early as 1272. The walls you see today were built between the 13th to 17th centuries.

The good news is that the walls are in fantastic shape considering their age, and you can walk the entire length of them, which covers 2km. Depending on how fast you walk, the crowds you encounter, and how many selfies you stop for, the walk will take you about 1.5 to 2 hours.

What You See While On The Dubrovnik Walls

So, what will you see while walking the Dubrovnik city walls?

Amazing views! That’s what.

You will undoubtedly need your camera for this one thing, so make sure you clear plenty of space and get ready to be wowed.

You can choose to do a guided walking tour, which means a local guide will tell you more about what you’re seeing and the historical importance, but if you prefer to go at your own speed, you can walk yourself, with no problems.

The main entrance is at Great Onofrio’s Fountain, and from there, you’ll climb some stone stairs to give you the first glimpse at the fantastic view that awaits you. You can see right over the Old Town, even some hidden streets you might not know existed. You can also see far over the Adriatic and the beautiful island of Lokrum. You can check out countless monuments along the way, and your ticket also includes a visit to Lovrijenac Fortress.

If you’re a fan of Game of Thrones, you’ll also easily recognize some scenes from the show, particularly The King’s Landing.

Dubrovnik City Wall Tickets

Prices vary depending on the month. From March to October, an adult ticket is 35 euros, and a child under 18 ticket is 15 euros. From November to February, an adult ticket is 15 euros, and children until 18 will pay 5 euros. As before, your ticket also includes entry to Lovrijenac Fortress.

If possible, it’s advisable to book your ticket online during the summer months; otherwise, you’ll find yourself in a long queue just waiting to get a ticket. If you purchase the Dubrovnik Pass, you can enter the city walls as part of your pass at no extra charge.

However, if you pay on the day, you can pay in euros or with a credit card. You will see the ticket office directly in front of you. The main entrance is across from Great Onofrio’s Fountain, on the Stradun from Pile Gate.

If you’re arriving via a cruise or from the port, you may find that you will be transported to the harbor in the Old Town via a boat. Alternatively, take a bus from the port to the Old Town and wait until the last stop. From there, you turn right until you see the main entrance for the walls.

The city walls are open all year around, except for Christmas Day, but opening times do vary:

• January and March: 10 am until 3 pm
• April & May: 10 am until 3 pm
• June & July: 8 am until 7.30 pm
• Aug & Sept: 8 am until 6.30 pm
• October: 8 am – 5.30 pm
• November & Dec: 10 am until 3 pm

I know that you will love walking the walls of Dubrovnik as much as I have over the years.