Dubrovnik Old Town & City Walls: Private Walking Tour

Walk Dubrovnik's Medieval Walls and See Why They Held for Centuries

You walk the Old Town's main streets and landmarks: the Rector's Palace, Franciscan Monastery, Church of St. Blaise, then climb onto the 2km City Walls for views across the rooftops to the sea. Your guide is English-speaking and with you the whole time. Wall entry is included. You finish with time left in the day to explore on your own or rest before dinner.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Dubrovnik Old Town1h
2. Sveti Jakov Beach15m
3. Church of St. Blaise30m
4. Dubrovnik City Walls1h · entry included

Explore Dubrovnik Old Town and City Walls

• Start at Stradun city square
• Visit Rector’s Palace
• See Onofrio's Fountain and Sponza Palace
• Tour Franciscan Monastery and Old Pharmacy
• Admire Church of St Blaise and Jesuit Stairs
• Walk around the City Walls with views

The experience

"The walls don't just protect the city. They tell you what the city had to survive," our guide said as we stood at the base of the stone rampart, running a hand along blocks laid in the 16th century. That's the thing about walking Dubrovnik's Old Town and City Walls on a private tour: you're not just moving through a postcard. You're moving through a place that was built to last, damaged in 1991, and rebuilt stone by stone. The tour starts at Stradun, the main square, where the Rector's Palace rises in 14th-century Baroque detail, and from there you move through the narrow streets past the Franciscan Monastery and the Church of St. Blaise, each one a small anchor in the city's story.

The walk itself takes you along two kilometres of city walls, and the shift happens fast. You go from street level to standing above the terracotta rooftops, looking out at the Adriatic spreading in front of you. The walls were built to keep invaders out, and now they're the reason people come back. Your guide walks the route with you, pointing out the damage from the siege, the repairs, the places where the stone changes color because it's newer. The entrance tickets to the walls are included, so you don't stop to buy them. You just keep moving. It's the kind of detail that saves time and lets you stay in the rhythm of the walk instead of breaking it for logistics.

You'll also see the Old Town Market, the St. Saviour Church built in the 1520s after an earthquake, and the Jesuit Stairs: the kind of stops that don't feel rushed because it's a private group, not a crowd. There's time to take photos, to stand still and look, to ask your guide about the details that catch your eye. The tour runs for about half a day, which means you're done by early afternoon and can grab lunch somewhere on the waterfront or just sit and let the city settle.

What’s included

• Private English-speaking tour guide for your group.
• admission tickets to Dubrovnik City Walls.
• walking tour of the Old Town including Stradun, Rector's Palace, Franciscan Monastery, Church of St. Blaise, and the Jesuit Stairs.
• 2km walk along the historic City Walls with panoramic views of the Adriatic and terracotta rooftops.
• time for photography at each stop.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 09:00, 10:00 and 14:00

Book up to2d before

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (4 to 11 years) · Infant (under 4)

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends at a different place from where it starts.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Moderate physical levelPublic transport nearby

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Is this one for you?This works well if you want to see Dubrovnik's main Old Town sights and walk the famous walls without navigating on your own or buying tickets separately: the private guide and included entry mean you move at your own pace and skip the queue.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 11 years); Infant (under 4).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How long is the half-day tour?

The tour covers the Old Town and City Walls in a half-day format, typically a few hours. Exact duration depends on pace and photo stops, but it leaves you with afternoon time free.

Are the City Walls entrance tickets included?

Yes, admission to the City Walls is included in the tour price.

Is this tour suitable if I'm not very fit?

The tour involves walking on uneven streets and climbing stairs, including the Jesuit Stairs. Moderate physical fitness is recommended. The City Walls walk is steady but not strenuous.

What's the group size?

This is a private tour, so it's your own group. The guide is dedicated to you and your party.

What language is the guide?

The guide speaks English.

Can I take photos during the tour?

Yes, there's plenty of time built in for photography throughout the Old Town and on the City Walls.

What should I wear?

Comfortable walking shoes are essential. The Old Town has cobblestone streets and the City Walls involve climbing. Bring sun protection and water, especially in summer.

Is there public transport near the meeting point?

Yes, public transportation options are available nearby.