Walls of Dubrovnik

About Walls of Dubrovnik

Dubrovnik City Walls are the fortified circuit around the Old City and the classic viewpoint for understanding why Dubrovnik became such a powerful maritime republic. The official heritage site says the walls reached today's scale in the 13th century and were systematically strengthened until 1660, when the last Bastion of St. Stephen was completed. The circuit is about 1,940 m long and includes the main wall, towers, fortresses, and bastions.

The walk is significant because the walls are part of the UNESCO-listed Old City of Dubrovnik, inscribed in 1979 for its outstanding medieval urban fabric and fortifications. From the ramparts, visitors see red roofs, church domes, the Stradun, Fort Lovrijenac, Lokrum, the Adriatic, and the tight relationship between city, sea, and cliffs. It is also one of the best places to understand the 1990s war damage and later restoration of the Old City.

Allow 1.5 to 2.5 hours. The route has many steps, uneven stone, exposed sun, and limited shade, so it is demanding in summer heat and not suitable for most wheelchair users. The official code of conduct states that a purchased ticket is required, re-entry is not allowed, children must be supervised, pets are permitted under leash/muzzle rules, and visitors should bring water, sun protection, and appropriate shoes. Buy tickets from the official shop or on-site channels and verify current seasonal opening hours before going.

Visitor Tip: Walk the walls first thing in the morning or late afternoon, not at midday, and bring water because the stone circuit is exposed and hot.

Information current as of July 5, 2026. Visitor details can change; double-check official sources for current hours, prices, reservations, access rules, accessibility, parking, transit, weather closures, and event impacts before visiting.