Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Dubrovnik travel guide

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With a population of 28,428, Dubrovnik is the largest city in Dubrovacko-Neretvanska, Croatia by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 25 days in order to fully appreciate everything Dubrovnik has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Dubrovnik

If you’re looking for affordable options, Restaurant Sesame (Dantea Alighierija 2) and Hard Rock Cafe - Dubrovnik (4 Poljana Paska Miličevića) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Restaurant More (Kardinala Stepinca 33) and Restaurant Tramuntana (Nika i Meda Pucića 13) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Dubrovnik.

When to visit Dubrovnik

Dubrovnik in November
Estimated hotel price
$283
1 night at 3-star hotel
Dubrovnik in November
Estimated hotel price
$283
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Dubrovnik in July, when the average temperature is 24 °C, and the highest can go up to 27 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 5 °C, with an average temperature of 7 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 198 mm. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Dubrovnik, with an average rainfall of 26 mm.

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How to Get to Dubrovnik

Plane

When flying to Dubrovnik, you’ll arrive at Dubrovnik Airport (DBV), which is located 10 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Dubrovnik from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 50h 55m.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Dubrovnik Autobusni kolodvor, located 2 miles from the city centre of Dubrovnik. Dubrovnik Vladimira Nazora is also a commonly used station, and is 0.9 miles from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Dubrovnik, you’ll arrive at Dubrovnik Airport (DBV), which is located 10 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Dubrovnik from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 50h 55m.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Dubrovnik Autobusni kolodvor, located 2 miles from the city centre of Dubrovnik. Dubrovnik Vladimira Nazora is also a commonly used station, and is 0.9 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Dubrovnik

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Airlines serving Dubrovnik

KLM
Good (1,472 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,858 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,802 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,289 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,259 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,901 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,142 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,546 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,435 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,543 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,736 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (900 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,719 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,815 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,184 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,373 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (391 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,170 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,480 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,171 reviews)
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Where to stay in Dubrovnik

From 5-star hotels such as the Hotel Dubrovnik Palace to great affordable options like the Apartments Tereza, Dubrovnik offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $196 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $479 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hostel Angelina Old Town Dubrovnik and Guest House Ljubica. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Dubrovnik, with prices from $85 to $3,246 per night. Old Town is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Dubrovnik are about 27% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Dubrovnik

Most booked hotels in Dubrovnik

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Sun Gardens Dubrovnik
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
$259+
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Rixos Premium Dubrovnik
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
$238+
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Royal Ariston Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
$169+
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Hotel Adria
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$170+
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Hotel Cavtat
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$188+
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Hotel Komodor
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$116+
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Hiring a car in Dubrovnik

Hiring a car in Dubrovnik costs $125 per day, on average, or $3,128 if you want to hire it for 25 days. Sixt, Budget and GREEN MOTION are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in Dubrovnik is the Avia Rent A Car branch at Dubrovnik Airport, which is 10 miles from the city centre.

Expect to pay $2.62 per litre in Dubrovnik (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $31.44 and $41.92. The most frequently booked car type in Dubrovnik is Mini (Class Mini Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Class Compact Car or similar) is, on average, 75% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Dubrovnik costs $125 per day, on average, or $3,128 if you want to hire it for 25 days. Sixt, Budget and GREEN MOTION are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in Dubrovnik is the Avia Rent A Car branch at Dubrovnik Airport, which is 10 miles from the city centre.

Expect to pay $2.62 per litre in Dubrovnik (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $31.44 and $41.92. The most frequently booked car type in Dubrovnik is Mini (Class Mini Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Class Compact Car or similar) is, on average, 75% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Car hire agencies in Dubrovnik

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