Dubrovnik travel guide
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You're Going to Love Dubrovnik
With a population of 28 428, Dubrovnik is the largest city in Dubrovacko-Neretvanska, Croatia by the number of inhabitants. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Dubrovnik has to offer.
Activities & attractions in Dubrovnik
Where to Eat in Dubrovnik
If you’re looking for affordable options, Hard Rock Cafe - Dubrovnik (4 Poljana Paska Miličevića) and Restaurant Sesame (Dantea Alighierija 2) are great picks.
When to visit Dubrovnik
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Dubrovnik in July, when the average temperature is 75.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 80.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 41 °F, with an average temperature of 44.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 7.8″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Dubrovnik, with an average rainfall of 1″.
How to Get to Dubrovnik
Plane
When flying to Dubrovnik, you’ll arrive at Dubrovnik Airport (DBV), which is located 16 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Dubrovnik from the United States departs from New York and takes around 9h.
Car
Another option to get to Dubrovnik is to pick up a car rental from Split, which is about 166 km from Dubrovnik. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Avia Rent A Car, among others, in Split.
Bus
You can travel by bus to Dubrovnik using FlixBus or Bus. From Split, the bus ride to Dubrovnik takes 362 km and will cost you around $40. From Zagreb, the ticket costs about $66 for a journey of 893 km. The most popular bus station is Dubrovnik Autobusni kolodvor, located 3 km from downtown Dubrovnik. Dubrovnik Vladimira Nazora is also a commonly used station, and is 1.5 km from the city center.
Airlines serving Dubrovnik
Where to stay in Dubrovnik
From 5-star hotels such as the Dubrovnik Palace to great affordable options like the Blue Lagune, Dubrovnik offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $111 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $421 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Guest House Jeljenic and The City Place Hostel. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Dubrovnik, with prices from $34 to $1,407 per night. Old Town is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Dubrovnik are about 47% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.
Where to stay in popular areas of Dubrovnik
Most booked hotels in Dubrovnik
Renting a car in Dubrovnik
Renting a car in Dubrovnik costs $38 per day, on average, or $152 if you want to rent if for 4 days.
You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 5% more expensive than at Dubrovnik.
Expect to pay $5.94 per gallon in Dubrovnik (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $71.32 and $95.09. The most frequently booked car type in Dubrovnik is Economy (Volkswagen Polo or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Fiat 500 or similar) are, on average, 60% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.