Thousands and thousands of travelers each year seem to think so. Dubrovnik is one of the most popular walled cities in the world, especially within the past few years when it has been featured in the extremely popular “Game of Thrones”. The location along the breathtaking Adriatic coast, the red roof tiles, the fortress and defensive walls, the limestone streets – they all create a perfect combination for a fairy tale-like, exceptionally beautiful tourist destination. With it’s magnificent medieval walls and rich history Dubrovnik is now drawing more visitors than ever.
The size of Dubrovnik
The size of Dubrovnik is just perfect. It’s small enough if you want to see its beautiful old town in one day by just walking around. And big enough if you want more and like to be active. If you want to go somewhere a little quieter where you can relax, unwind, and enjoy a little peace and quiet, you’ll love Dubrovnik! With a population of just 40,000, you’ll be entering a small community where the pace of life is a little slower. It’s still a city, so it’s not like staying in a tiny village, but it’s also quiet enough not to be overwhelming.
The history is everywhere
Walking around Dubrovnik is like stepping into the past. Dubrovnik is a city like no other and you can only discover this one by visiting the place for yourself. The Old City is so stunning and unique, it captivates your soul. The walls are the main reason why Dubrovnik is well known as the Pearl of the Adriatic. The City of Dubrovnik is completely surrounded with defensive walls and forts, including the Old Port.
The sun, the weather and the beaches
Is Dubrovnik worth visiting for beaches? You bet it is! There are some fantastic coves and bays dotted around the town. And what about the weather? Although Dubrovnik is in the very south of the country, giving it a touch more of a tropical climate, it still enjoys a gentle sea breeze from the Adriatic, meaning that it never gets too hot. The hottest month of the year is August, where the temperature tends to peak at 30°C. Most of the tourists choose to visit Croatia during the summer months and that’s mainly because of the swimming in the Adriatic sea. It’s logical and Croatia is most crowded during the summer months.
It’s impossible not to fall in love with the sea, the mountains, the beaches and the old city all mixed into one scenery. So, if you want to see heaven on Earth, come to Dubrovnik.