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Dubrovnik Travel Guide

Whilst you are staying in Dubrovnik, it is possible to get information and maps in a number of places in the city. The main tourist information centres are found on the Stradun and at Pile.
You can enjoy a wide range of excellent food and drinks in lots of restaurants and inns in Dubrovnik’s centre. Try some traditional Dalmatian cooking that famously combines simplicity and freshness, or try some fish specialities and sea food served with authentic Dalmatian wine from the Pelješac peninsula. They are especially tasty after a walk in Dubrovnik’s ancient centre.
For all those who want to have some fun and unwind, just as with the restaurants, you should definitely try what is on offer in the centre where there are cafes, lounge bars, clubs and other fun places to relax in.
When you walk through the city centre in the summer, when life in Dubrovnik moves out into the open air, you will find lots of street performers. Dance music fans will come into their own at the night clubs located at the city entrances.
Anyone who wants a true summer holiday will find their spot in the sun and sea: either on the beaches of the Valamar hotels on Babin kuk, where the beaches of the Hotel Dubrovnik President are particularly notable, or on Dubrovnik’s public beaches Banje, Buža, Danče… or even the beaches in Lapad bay.
Whilst you are staying in Dubrovnik you can go on day trips to the surrounding areas. Visit the Elaphiti islands, Pelješac peninsula, the island of Korčula… Seize the day, visit Ston, Zaton, Trsteno, Cavtat…
A very good road, air and sea transport system connects Dubrovnik to the rest of the globe. The city bus lines and taxi services will take you to the coast, Dubrovnik airport is very well connected, and the Jadrolinija ferries and private boats will offer you safe passage on the sea.
Most of the shops are found in Dubrovnik’s historical centre, where there are small crafts-shops that offer visitors souvenirs and art-work to exclusive boutiques. We also recommend the Gruža area, which is where the port and bus stations are located, and where there are a number of larger shopping centres.

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	The Island of Korčula Visit Korčula, one of the most beautiful middle aged towns on the Adriatic coast and the birth place of Marco Polo! Stroll down the picturesque streets and squares with their renaissance palaces, the Town Hall and the beautiful cathedral of St. Mark, the Patron Saint of the town. Take a boat trip that goes past the length of the Elaphiti Islands and to the Island of Mljet, or go on a bus trip to the Pelješac Peninsula with its picturesque villages and vineyards where you can taste wine in the village of Prizdrina.
	Ston and Trsteno You must not miss a trip to Ston, which is a place where you will find out how they produce salt! Salt is produced in the same way as it once was in the old salt pans and the numerous pools filled with sea water. Walk around the town surrounded by 5 kilometres of walls, which were systematically built in the 15th century, explore the streets and squares that have perfect right angles, and visit the Rector's Palace. For those who love real delicacies from the sea, the local restaurants serve excellent oysters and mussels, and those who love Mediterranean vegetation will be delighted by the huge sycamores that are more than 500 years old.
	Montenegro Find out about the bay of Boka-Kotor, one of the most beautiful areas in the Mediterranean, which is surrounded by high mountains and small pretty towns that run along the length of the coast! Walk through the old town of Kotor, which was once the headquarters for the Illyrian King Teuta, and Baroque Perast that was put on UNESCO's World Heritage List in 1979. Whilst driving along the serpentine road towards Cetinje, you will have a wonderful view of the bay of Boka-Kotor and when returning a view of St. Stephen, a peninsula that has been transformed into a hotel whose beauty will leave you speechless.
	Čilipi Taste the past of the Dubrovnik area through entertainment and delicacies! Konavle with its thirty villages is famous for a wonderful countryside, elegant folk costumes, embroidery, and traditions and customs that have been passed down the generations. In these hospitable surroundings, experience a traditional welcome in Čilipi with dried figs and brandy, and dance to the dances and songs of Konavle.
	Elaphiti Sail the crystal blue sea and discover the beauty of the Elaphiti Islands! Whilst sailing alongside these islands, which are located to the west of Dubrovnik, and are covered by luxurious sub tropical vegetation such as laurel, pines, olives, cypress, thyme and rosemary, the beauty and variety of the Dubrovnik area will be proven to you. Sunbathe and swim on the islands of Koločep, Šipan or Lopud and their beautiful sandy beaches.
	Šipan, the bay of Janska and Lopud Šipan, the bay of Janska and Lopud - This excursion is created for true sea lovers! Sail the length of the Elaphiti islands that are covered by luxurious subtropical vegetation of laurel, pine, cypress, thyme and rosemary. Head towards Sućurac on the Island of Šipan, which is a small fishing port with renaissance summer residences, and towards Lopud, which is famous for its rich maritime tradition and famous captains. Spend your free time swimming on the beautiful sandy beach of Šunj.

ATV SAFARI - Kojan Koral

Enjoy the natural surroundings and let yourself go by having some adrenalin filled fun! Get to know Konavle and the Dubrovnik area in a different way. Rid yourselves of stress, have fun and wake up the adventurous spirit that has been slumbering within.

Kojan Koral Riding Center

Experience a unique adventure and take pleasure in the natural surroundings! Whether you are an experienced rider or a beginner, horse-riding in the enchanting Mediterranean countryside through the ancient olive groves and vineyards is a unique chance for you to discover your holiday destination in a different way.

Diving Center "Apnea"

Let yourself go to the adventure and discover the beauties that are hidden in the underwater world of the Dubrovnik area! Enjoy researching the variety of plant and animal worlds, the numerous underwater caves, tunnels, walls, hydro-archaeological attractions and ship wrecks.

Name of facility	Location	Recommended specialites	Contact
Nautika	Brsalje 3	Šipan fisherman’s dish Grilled bass fillets in olive oil Sweet delicacies from Dubrovnik	+ 385 (0)20 44 25 26
Arsenal	Pred Dvorom 1	Mediterranean specialities	+385 (0)20 32 10 65
Bota Šare	Mali Ston	Fresh oysters, crabs, fresh fish Popara Bota (seafood dish)	+385(0)20 754482
Dubrovački kantun	Boškovićeva 5	Dubrovnik “šporki” macaroni Roasted octopus with potatoes Beef stew with gnocchi	+385 (0)91 6994966
Eastwest	Frana Supila (plaža Banje)	Prosciutto with quince East-west escallops	+385 (0)20 41 22 20
Gil's	Sv. Dominik b.b.	Lobster tails with spaghetti Scorpion fish cooked à la Plancha Game dishes	+385 (0)20 32 22 22
Gverović Orsan	Stikovica 43 (Zaton Mali)	“Milk fish” salad (tasty fish cooked and soaked in high quality olive oil and a few drops of vinegar) Orsan black risotto	+385 (0)20 89 12 67
Komin	Iva Dulčića bb	Veal and lamb cooked in the embers Fresh sea fish and crabs	+385(0)20 43 56 36
Konavoski Dvori	Ljuta, 20215 Gruda	Dalmatian prosciutto – cheese in oil Grilled trout fillets Dubrovnik beef stew with gnocchi	+385(0)20 79 10 39
Lokanda	Na ponti bb	Fish restaurant	+385(0)2032 47 50
Taj Mahal	Nikole Gucetića 2	Authentic Bosnian food “The Happy Bosnian“ (veal roll filled with cheese and vegetables) Tufahija (famous Bosnian dessert) Bosnian coffee	+ 385(0)20 32 32 21
Poklisar	Ribarnica 1	Shell fish alla buzara Fish Carpaccio Fish platter	+385 (0)20 32 21 76
Posat	Uz posat 1	Anchovy carpaccio Lobster salad Green pasta with Adriatic lobster	+385 (0)20 42 11 94
Proto	Široka ulica 1	Stuffed baked lobster Prawns in a saffron sauce Dalmatian prosciutto with olives	+385 (0)20 32 32 34
Sesame	Dante Alighierija bb	Gregada (Different types of sea food and potatoes, cooked in white wine and fish soup)	+385 (0)20 41 29 10

	Cava Beach Let yourself go in the charms of the summer and enjoy the peace of the sandy-pebbly Cava Beach. Having also a nudist part this beach will enchant you with its crystal clear sea and wonderful view of the Elafiti islands.
	Copacabana Beach Copacabana Beach is located on the Lapad peninsula, and is an excellent spot where the whole family can enjoy some summer fun. Relax and enjoy the wonderful view on the island of Daksa or try out one of the many water sports that are on offer.
	Banje Beach The pebbled Banje Beach is located not far from the old town and offers an amazing view of Dubrovnik’s walls and the island of Lokrum. Swim in the crystal clear sea and have fun playing beach volleyball, water polo or 5-aside football.
	Buža Beach On this charming beach, which is located just below the city walls, you can enjoy a wonderful view of the open sea and the island of Lokrum. There is a cafe bar on the beach, which in the evening becomes a popular place for nights out.
	Sv. Jakov Beach Sv. Jakov is one of the most beautiful beaches in Dubrovnik. This pebble beach is located not far from the old town, in a little bay below the church of Sv. Jakov. Enjoy the charms of the summer and dive into the crystal clear sea or have a go on a kayak or a jet-ski.
	Lopud - Šunj Beach Šunj Beach is on the island of Lopud, which is a forty minute boat ride from Dubrovnik. This beautiful beach is located in a peaceful bay and is one of the rare sandy beaches in the Dubrovnik area.
	Lokrum Beach A visit to Dubrovnik would not be complete without a visit to the island of Lokrum, which is in front of the old town. Visit the botanical garden and the Benedictine monastery and relax in the charms of the summer on the beautiful beaches of the island.

	Konavle Embroidery Konavle embroidery is the main decorative element on female clothing, which is embroidered on the breast and sleeves. Originally it was sewn using a silk thread, which came from silk moths that were carefully and painstakingly grown in each Konavle home. The threads were painted in natural colours, with an emphasis on red, black or dark green motifs, which were divided by white borders and decorated with golden-yellow fringes. Due to its beauty and amazing adaptability, today Konavle embroidery is used on many practical items. Surprise the ones closest to you by giving them a purse or another product that is decorated using this unique design.
	Dubrovnik specialities – interesting and tasty souvenirs One of the local specialities that you can take home with you as an interesting souvenir are broštulani (sugared almonds) and arancini (candied orange rind). Take home the autochthon tastes and scents of Dubrovnik in the form of these natural and tasty sweets.
	Verižice - Konavle earrings Golden earrings or “verižice” are traditional items of jewellery worn by Konavle woman. The earring is a simple circular shape that is decorated with either real gems, coral, enamel or small metal particles or different combinations of these materials. It is interesting to know that the famous Queen of Jordan, Queen Rania could not resist this beautiful jewellery. A long time ago these earrings stopped being just a component part of Konavle folk costume. Give some verižice to your favourite lady and you definitely won’t have made a mistake.
	Handmade replicas of Dubrovnik historical parchment These copies of original Dubrovnik panoramas, which date from the 15th to the late 18th century, are printed on paper that is afterwards hand-worked to make it look like original historical leather parchment. Due to their authenticity they are a perfect reminder of the past times of the famous Republic of Dubrovnik and will delight all lovers of history and cartography.
	Handmade Konavle folk costumes In a special way, and in particular those worn by women, Konavle folk costumes embody the centuries of living folk culture because of their beauty, elegance and aesthetics. They have remained perhaps the most beautiful representative of the treasure of Croatian folklore right up to the present day. Dubrovnik folk costumes, which are designed according to ethnological sources but whose cut is adapted to the needs of modern users, are made from 100 percent linen. They follow the style of Konavle embroidery, which as a result makes each product unique. If you are interested in something traditional that is combined with the modern, you won’t make a mistake by buying this product.
	Handmade leather products Handmade leather diaries, book marks, leather tubes, leather bags and chests made out of high quality calf and pig leather. On the leather surface, silver or gold colours are applied that use motifs from Konavle embroidery or Croatian wattle, and thus they make an ideal souvenir that is at the same time practical.

	Arancini (candied orange rind) They are traditional Dubrovnik delicacies that are made in every house in Dubrovnik. They are made by cooking pieces of the rind of local oranges in sugared water. When they are dried and decorated, they are then served as sweets and are suitable as gifts for anyone who has a sweet tooth.
	Bruštulane mjendule (sugared almonds) In the same way as arancini, fried sugared almonds that have the colour of caramel are a favoured treat in the Dubrovnik area and also great as sweets or a sweet tit-bit. They can be found on all the finer squares as a traditional morsel from our areas.
	Dubrovačka rožata (Dubrovnik crème brulee) We continue our journey into the sweets of the Dubrovnik area with the most famous Dubrovnik dessert, which is something everyone should try, sweetened cream made from eggs in a caramel sauce. Rožata is served cold with slices of southern fruit, sweet syrup and cream.
	Šporki makaruli (meat and macaroni) Generations and generations of people from Dubrovnik have made šporki makaruli. The sauce is made from beef or veal with an onion base that has tomato, parsley, garlic and red wine added to it. The makaruli are a special type of macaroni because they are enhanced with cinnamon. This gives the macaroni their unique, and famous, taste and aroma. At the end of cooking, the sauce and the macaroni are mixed together in a big pan and can be additionally sweetened with fresh grated cheese. The extent to which the people of the county love this dish is visible in the fact that it is traditionally eaten on great folk feast days such as weddings, the festival of St. Blaise and the celebrations of other saint's days.
	Fritule (pastries) This favourite traditional sweet is prepared along the length of our coast and most often at Christmas time. The pastry that makes up the fritule contains milk, flour and eggs and small balls are made from it that are then deep fried in oil until they get a golden colour. They are left to dry for a short time after frying to let the excess grease run off and are then sprinkled with a small layer of icing sugar.
	Kotonjata (quince pudding) Another authentic treat from the Dubrovnik region is kotonjata, a sweet delight that is made from quince. It is made by being poured into a special shallow dish that has a patterned base, thereby giving it the form and shape of the pan in order to make it visually attractive. It is a not to be missed dessert of the Dubrovnik area and is served accompanied by fresh bay leaves.