Walls of Dubrovnik, A walk through history with breathtaking views

Poljana Paška Miličevića, 20000 Dubrovnik

Walking on the ancient city wall

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Introduction

Dubrovnik city walls are a historical landmark that surrounds the old city. They were built in the 7th century and have always been one of the greatest defense systems in southern Croatia, never having been attacked by enemy forces. In 1979, UNESCO added Dubrovnik's old town and most of the city walls to its list of world cultural heritage sites. The walls have gone through many years of history, with the oldest city defense system being built with wooden barricades. Today, the walls we see were mostly built between the 12th and 17th centuries and stretch for 1,940 meters, almost surrounding the entire city. The highest point is about 25 meters, making it the largest and most intact building in Europe. Most importantly, it has protected Dubrovnik's peace and prosperity for five centuries. Walking on the walls offers perfect scenery, with the main entrance to the walls located next to Inner Pile Gates. Minceta Fortress, located in the northwest corner of the walls, is one of the most popular cultural sites in the city, while St. Luke's Tower historically guarded the entrance to Dubrovnik harbor. St. John's Fortress, built in the 16th century, is an aquarium on the first floor and a marine museum on the second and third floors.

Address

Poljana Paška Miličevića, 20000 Dubrovnik

Opening hours

Summer opening hours:
08:00-18:30 (April 1 - May 31)
08:00-19:30 (June 1 - July 31)
08:00-18:30 (August 1 - September 31)
08:00-17:30 (October 1 - October 31)
08:00-18:30 (April 1 - May 31)
08:00-19:30 (June 1 - July 31)
08:00-18:30 (August 1 - September 31)
08:00-17:30 (October 1 - October 31)

Transportation

Accessible by walking from the Dubrovnik Old Town, the main entrance is located opposite the Big Fountain.

Phone +385-98-950-6625，+385-20-638-800

Website https://www.wallsofdubrovnik.com