Dubrovnik · DUBROVNIK CITY WALLS TOURS
The circuit is one way, nearly two kilometres, and almost entirely unshaded. These 15 sort the guided walks by start time, whether the ticket is included and which ones take the early slot before the ships dock.
Walk Dubrovnik’s 2-kilometer walls for two hours with a licensed guide such as Michaela, Disa, or Petra. Expect terracotta rooftops, Adriatic views, medieval forts, local stories, photo stops, and plenty of steps. The wall ticket costs extra.
“Our guide was very informative about the history of the country. She was a delightful guide! We learned a lot.”
Meet near Pile Gate for a two-hour English tour of Dubrovnik’s Old Town and 2-kilometre walls. Guides such as Davor, Goran, Mara, and Andrea bring local history and war stories to life. The €35 to €40 wall ticket is extra, and the route includes many stairs.
“Davor was an excellent guide. Very knowledgeable and passionate about sharing the history of his country. Easy to understand and very willing to answer questions. Be ready to climb stairs and do 3 kms of walking. They stopped for one bathroom break and there's opportunity to buy drinks along the wall.”
Pair a 1.5-hour Old Town walk with a roughly two-hour circuit of Dubrovnik’s city walls. English-speaking guides such as Goran, Mara, Lana, and Andrea bring the city’s history to life, while headsets help in larger groups. The $52 price excludes the €40 wall ticket.
“Goran was a passionate, knowledgeable and entertaining guide. This walking tour was a fantastic experience and is highly recommended.”
Pair a 1.5-hour Old Town walk with a 2-hour city walls tour led in English by guides such as Goran, Davor, Branko, or Mara. Expect marble streets, Republic of Ragusa stories, sea views, stairs, headsets, and a separate walls ticket.
“Goran did a GREAT job and taught us so much about Croatian history, the walls, and the Old Town. I can't imagine why anyone would walk the walls without a guide because you would have no idea what you are looking at.”
Meet your English-speaking guide at Pile Gate for a cable-car ride up Mt. Srd, a guided walk along Stradun and past Dubrovnik’s key monuments, then a self-guided walk on the City Walls. Guides may include Elvis, Sara, Eva, or Tihomir. Expect cobblestones, steps, sun, and superb views.
“Sara was very knowledgeable about the city and its ins and outs. We moved at a comfortable pace and learned so much about this beautiful city.”
Meet your English-speaking guide by a purple balloon at Pile and walk about 2 kilometers along Dubrovnik’s walls. You’ll hear local stories from guides such as Davor, Valentina, and Ivo, then climb Minceta Tower. Choose an early start for cooler air or an evening tour for softer light.
“Very satisfied with this tour. Ante is an amazing guide and tells everything with so much enthousiasm. It was my second time visiting the city walls with a guide and he told us a lot of extra info other guides didn’t provide us with. Very lovely experience!”
Spend two hours walking Dubrovnik’s fortifications with an English-speaking local guide such as Davor, Goran, or Andreja. Hear how the republic defended itself, learn about the 1991 war, and see the Old Town and port from the walls. The €40 adult wall ticket is extra.
“Absolutely fantastic tour. Our guide, Goran was a brilliant presenter. Very interesting history lesson. The tour took around 2 hours. Goran said at the end that we can now eat all we want as we had just climbs 1150 steps!! The views from the city walls are impressive. Our guide gave us a detailed breakdown of Dubrovnik history from earthquake to the frequent changes from numerous occupying forces. I would recommend this tour wholeheartedly as a must do during a visit to Dubrovnik.”
Meet your English-speaking guide at Pile Gate for a two-hour walk along Dubrovnik’s City Walls. Choose an early start to beat heat and crowds or a sunset time for cooler air and soft light. Guides such as Ante, Divo, Valentina, and Ivan add local stories, history, photo help, and restaurant tips.
“Thank you Ante for your wealth of knowledge. It was a great introduction to Dubrovnik and Croatian history. We enjoyed the walking tour very much.”
Walk Dubrovnik’s medieval ramparts at your own pace with admission to the city walls, Minceta Fortress, Fort Bokar, St. John’s Fortress, and Fort Lovrijenac. The experience is self-guided, takes about one to three hours, and requires exchanging a printed voucher for the entry ticket.
“I have never been disappointed in any booking with Viator ever and have used them for several years. There absolutely is no way to access the tour by elevator. The only way is by climbing 400 stairs. No disclaimer in the description of tour wheRead more”
Spend three hours with a private English- or German-speaking guide on Dubrovnik’s walls and through the Old Town. Climb Minceta Tower for the highest wall view, follow Stradun, and hear history, war stories, local customs, and practical tips from guides such as Kim, Valentina, Mateo, and Viktor.
“It was just the right amount of time and information and Divo what’s an excellent guide. Very personable and friendly.”
Meet your private guide at Onofrio’s Large Fountain and circle Dubrovnik’s walls, with clear stories about Ragusa, fortifications, and the Yugoslavian war. Guides such as Edi and Josip adjust the pace, but bring comfortable shoes and budget an extra €40 for the wall ticket.
“Wow! How does Edi remember so much history of Dubrovnik! He was an amazing guide and took things at our pace! We just loved him!”
Spend about seven hours cruising from Dubrovnik to three Elaphiti islands. Swim at Koločep and Šipan, linger on Lopud, choose fish, chicken, or vegetarian lunch, and return past Dubrovnik’s walls at sunset. Hosts such as Ana and Annabella help keep the day organized.
“Host Ana was very good. This tour is convenient if you are staying at Sheraton since boat is right there. It also starts at 10 (not 1045 which is what viator said 1045 is when it leaves old town not Sheraton) Compared to other companies this one starts a little later and you have only 2 hours at last island. 2 hours was cutting it short if you wanted to go to Sandy beach. To go to Sandy beach you have to go to walk 15 minutes then pay 3 euro in cash each way for a golf cart. Then you get only 45 minutes to an hour at beach.…”
Walk the full Dubrovnik city walls for about two hours with an English-speaking guide such as Barbara, Ivana, or Valentina. Expect forts, the old harbor, Lokrum views, Old Town monuments, and plenty of steps. The group is capped at eight, but the €40 wall admission is separate.
“Barbara was an amazing guide. She was full of interesting information about the history of the town, Dubrovnik old town, independence, and recent wars. She shared what it is like to grow up in this area and really helped us understand her People. Well worth it!”
Walk the full 1.2-mile Dubrovnik City Walls with a licensed English-speaking local guide such as Marko, Bruno, or Lucija. Expect stairs, heights, forts, harbor views, and lively stories in a group capped at eight. The €40 wall ticket is extra.
“I was fortunate that I booked a group tour without a group! I ended up being the only person on the tour so it's like I got a private tour. It was awesome! I had tge pleasure of being guided by a young gentleman named Marko. He is a native of Dubrovnik who still lives in the Old City! We walked the entire walls for over 2 hours. I learned all about the history of the walls, its architecture, its beauty and how it still stands today. Marko knows so much of these walls and the stories he can share growing up here and he/we travel along the way only…”
Explore Dubrovnik with a private English-speaking guide, visiting Lovrijenac Fortress, Pile Gate, Stradun, filming sites, and the full 2 km city walls. Guides such as Drazen, Matea, Daniela, and Anne-Femica tailor the pace and add local history. Wall admission costs extra.
“Was really fun seeing the pictures of the scenes each part of the tour covered. Was fun being able to sit in a replica throne and take pictures.”
Pick a jetty, a rampart or a border crossing.
