Dubrovnik is attracting more and more tourists from all over the world thanks to the popular TV series Game of Thrones.
Dubrovnik is located in western Croatia on the Adriatic coast and is known as the most beautiful coastal city in Europe. This square has squares paved with white bricks, long and deep alleys adorned with flowers and magnificent churches with red-tiled roofs. Since the popular series Game of Thrones was filmed here in 2010 and has been running for more than a decade, the number of tourists who flock to the city has increased by the thousands every year.
Dubrovnik has preserved its poetic tranquility with space and grandeur. If you are planning to visit Croatia, you should not miss the tourist attractions of the city known as the “Pearl of the Adriatic”.
Walls of Dubrovnik
The great walls that surround Dubrovnik and protect the city from attacks from the sea are easy to spot when you arrive. This wall system is also the most famous image from the movie Game of Thrones. City walls Dubrovnik, Croatia
All walls, about 6 m thick and almost 2 km long, were built in the 10th century and rebuilt in the 13th and 14th centuries. The walls were built in many different shapes, high and low. Interspersed with entrances and exits through which visitors can admire the sea from the ancient citadel. The region remains pretty warm. If you plan to take a walk during the day, start early in the morning to avoid the hottest part of the day and the crowds.
The price for the entrance ticket to circumnavigate the wall is 35 euros per person. Visitors can purchase a combined Dubrovnik Pass to visit the city walls and combine a visit to the Franciscan Library (Franciscan Monastery), the Museum of Historical Culture and many other places.
Dubrovnik Stradun Street
Stradun is the crossroads of many streets in Dubrovnik. This street, also called Placa, is one of the most beautiful pedestrian streets in Europe. Stradun has many restaurants and cafes and is the perfect place for shopping and relaxing after a busy day.
The 300 m long white brick pedestrian street was built in 1468. Most of the surrounding houses and buildings were rebuilt in the 17th century after the great earthquake of 1667. This street was laid out so that people could live upstairs and shop downstairs. Ground floor.
A few steps down Stradun Street you will come to the Museum of War Photography, which displays rare photos from many wars and uprisings in human history.
The Rector’s Palace (Palazzo del Rettore) and the Museum of Culture and History
The palace was designed in 1435 by the architect Onforio de la Cava in Gothic and early Renaissance style. After a fire in 1667, which has been repaired several times over the centuries, the building still retains its magnificent beauty. Inside the building there is a large courtyard, which is the flagship of the project.
The building currently houses the Museum of Culture and History. In the museum is a bust of Miho Pracat, a merchant who contributed to the development of commercial activity in this city. Today, the museum has a collection of 15,000 objects, which often includes numerous exhibits related to medieval life, as well as numerous paintings by famous Croatian artists.
Franciscan Church and Library (Franciscan Church and Monastery)
Another important historical site in Dubrovnik is the Franciscan Church and Library. Built in the 17th century on the foundations of an original 12th-century library, this building is now considered one of the largest, most valuable and historically significant libraries in Croatia and the world.
There are also more than 21 archives.000 manuscripts of rare books, also medieval pharmacy, used since 1317.
Fort Św. Jana
The Św Fortress is located in the eastern corner of the town. John, also known locally as Fortress Św. Ivan is known. This place was once an important residence in the city. After numerous renovations, the fortress area has received a “new robe” and has become a modern tourist destination that many tourists cannot miss.
At the top is the Dubrovnik Maritime Museum, which presents Dubrovnik’s maritime history through models of sailing ships and naval objects. Below is the Dubrovnik Aquarium, where you can see unique native fish species.
Tour of the hills by cable car
The Dubrovnik Cable Car (Dubrovnik Cable Car) takes tourists to the highest point of the city to explore its most beautiful corners. On a sunny day visibility can be up to 50 km. The adventure takes approximately 10 minutes. Afterwards you can find out the area.
Notable sights include the 19th-century Fort Royal, built by the French. You can also go to a nice restaurant overlooking the old town and its unique shops.
City Harbor
When it comes to Game of Thrones, the beauty of City Harbor cannot be ignored. From the back gate of the old citadel you can enjoy a panoramic view of the harbor where the ships are passing and the sea is blue. The lunch spot called Locanda Peskarija is a must for its fresh seafood and grilled meats and its direct view of the harbor.
Game of Thrones Fan Tour
No matter which Dubrovnik tour you take, Game of Thrones fans won’t want to miss the opportunity to immerse themselves in the real world of the film.
Dubrovnik Walking Tour Game of Thrones is one of the interesting attractions that helps tourists to reach the famous filming locations. As you visit the destinations, your guide will provide you with detailed background information and fictional parts of the film. The tour lasts 3 hours and includes a guide, entrance fee and transport to Old Town where King’s Landing is featured in the film.