Private Dubrovnik: Historic City Highlights
Dubrovnik, Croatia
From EUR 90.00
Office phone number: +385 91 2177 888
Private Dubrovnik: Historic City Highlights
Dubrovnik, Croatia
Culture shock rating
Worried we’re going to shock your senses? Relax! We believe part of the fun of travel is immersing yourself in the destination and its culture, meeting the people, and learning what makes the place tick. We’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The cultural shock rating ranks how different the experience is from most Western cultures. But no matter the level, don’t worry, you’ll have a local, in-the-know guide with you every step of the way.
Low
Consider these tours your 101 intro to a place. Transportation might be private or a very comfortable public option, and the activities are usually visits to iconic sites and locations that are familiar to most Western cultures – but that will still give you fantastic insight into a destination.
Medium
Expect to rough it for parts of this tour, whether that’s on a packed public bus or in a local market off the tourist trail. There might be a few language barriers or unfamiliar cultural customs, and you’ll get an experience different from what you're used to at home.
High
You're out there in the global community! We’re going to take you down streets you’d rarely explore on your own, introduce you to local customs and languages, and take you for a ride in whatever transport is available. Get ready to take it as it comes, whatever comes. There might be a shock, but oh man, it’s worth it.
Physical rating
Worried our tours are too tough? Relax! From leisurely strolls to muscle-burning treks, we’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The physical grading gives you an idea of how much huffing and puffing you can expect on the tour.
Low
Slow and steady is all you need here. These tours have very limited physical activity, such as walking relatively flat streets, sites, or markets, and climbing in and out of the transport provided.
Medium
Not too hard, not too soft, these tours are just right! You can expect a bit of physical activity, but nothing overly challenging – perhaps walking up and down hills, riding a bike for up to 30 kilometers along mostly flat terrain, or jumping in a kayak for a gentle paddle on flat water.
High
Get ready for a workout! These tours are our most challenging and involve intense walking, hiking, kayaking, swimming, or bike riding. You could be making steep climbs by foot or pedal, or working your core in the water. We recommend you have a good level of fitness to join this tour.
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Tour snapshot
In order to understand the present, we must first understand the past! History buff or not, some of the stories of the long and intriguing history of Dubrovnik are bound to fascinate you. On this private Dubrovnik tour, learn how this small city was able to guard its freedom throughout many centuries, check out all of the significant city landmarks with a local and visit one of the oldest working pharmacies in the world at the Franciscan monastery hidden within the city walls!
This tour is priced for a minimum group size of two travellers. A solo traveller may still book this private experience but will be charged the base rate for two travellers.
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Highlights
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Discover the historic highlights of Dubrovnik and explore its spectacular medieval, renaissance and baroque architecture
- Stroll through limestone alleyways as we seek out the best city vistas
- Hear bygone tales of survival, cunning diplomacy, and thriving trade from your local guide
- Learn about the intriguing rise of the Republic of Dubrovnik and its ever-present spirit of freedom
- Visit one of the world’s oldest working pharmacies
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Schedule details
- Duration: 2 hours
- Meeting point:
Pile gate (western gate of Old Town), near the entrance to the Tourist Info Centre
- Starting time: 10.30 AM
- Ending point:
The Luza square.
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Language: English
Inclusions: Local, English-speaking guide, entrance to the Franciscan monastery.
Exclusions: Additional food and drinks, souvenirs and personal shopping, tips/gratuities for your guide.
Come along with us on an in-depth private history tour through Dubrovnik. We’ll meet at Pile gate, the western city gate and start off by learning about the fascinating beginnings of Dubrovnik and the construction of the city walls.
Next, we’ll enter the old city and hear about one of the oldest water supply systems in Europe after which you can fill up your water bottle at a 16th-century fountain. Then we'll visit the nearby Franciscan Monastery, which is home to one of the oldest continually working pharmacies in Europe.
We’ll continue our private tour through the narrow alleys of the old town, hearing amazing stories of daily life in Dubrovnik during the 15th and 16th centuries. As we walk, we’ll pass one of the oldest orphanages in Europe and then visit Gundulic Square. The square is named after the renowned 17th century poet Ivan Gundulic, known as the godfather of Croatian literature. The square is also home to a lively, open-air green market, which we’ll stop by briefly to explore.
Next, we’ll marvel at Rector’s Palace up close, where the city’s founding fathers once dispensed their wisdom. It’s also one of the most beautiful palaces within the city walls. We will then continue on towards Dubrovnik’s cathedral where will stop to hear amazing facts about the city’s origins.
Our next stop will be at the small gate to the old city port where we’ll learn about the city’s rich naval history and hear tales about how Dubrovnik defended itself against pirates! Then we’ll stop to admire the Dominican Monastery and see one of the largest Romanesque churches on the Dalmatian coast. Here we’ll meet a local lady who does traditional embroidery work.
Continuing to Zudioska Street, we’ll pass the oldest Sephardic synagogue in the world and then come to our last stop: Luza Square. Here we will see the Church of St. Blaise and learn about Dubrovnik’s Patron Saint. Near the church are Orlando’s Column and Sponza Palace, which you’ll hear some interesting facts about.
At this point, the tour comes to an end. Feel free to continue exploring or head back to your hotel.
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Additional information
Inclusions: Local, English-speaking guide, entrance to the Franciscan monastery.
Exclusions: Additional food and drinks, souvenirs and personal shopping, tips/gratuities for your guide.
Confirmation of booking: If you have your voucher, your booking is confirmed. We'll see you at the start point. Get in touch if you have any concerns or require more information via the email address or phone number (business hours only) on your voucher.
Child Policy: This is a child-friendly tour. Children between the ages of 6 and 11 inclusively are permitted on this tour at the rate listed above. Please select ‘child’ above when booking. Children under the age of 6 are permitted to join this tour free of charge. Please inform us at the time of booking if you’ll be bringing a child under the age of 6. You can do so in the special request box on the checkout page.
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Local contact
Office phone number: +385 91 2177 888
Email address: info@dubrovnikurbanadventures.com
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