When searching for a holiday destination that has everything from beautiful beaches and views of the water to historic architecture and charm, you can’t do much better than Dubrovnik in Croatia. Everyone in your group will be able to appreciate and enjoy the sights and culture that this city has to offer. Not only does practically every view that Dubrovnik affords belong on a postcard, but there is so much to see and do in this city that you will be left wondering how you are going to fit everything in. Here are a few tips that will help you plan your perfect holiday to Dubrovnik.
Get Creative
Dubrovnik is one of those destinations that seems to cater for everyone. While there is nothing wrong with taking advantage of the sun and sea by having a fairly run-of-the-mill beach holiday, Dubrovnik is also the perfect place to get creative with your holiday itinerary and experience some new activities that you can’t find anywhere else.
Take a look at some of the more historical sites in Dubrovnik such as Fort Lovrijenac and Old Town, both of which possess rich and exciting pasts. You can also take a tour that puts a different twist on the viewing of these locations. Game of Thrones walking tours will see you transported into the world of J.R.R. Martin’s iconic series. Fans of the show will recognize the setting of some of the most popular scenes from the show as they wander through Dubrovnik.
Once you have seen this city by foot, why not take to the skies to find a whole new appreciation for the structures that make up Dubrovnik? The Dubrovnik Cable Car will afford you some breathtaking views of Old Town and the surrounding area. You will gain an entirely new appreciation for all that this town has to offer when you give your tours a creative twist.
Go Offshore
One of the amazing points about taking a holiday to a place like Dubrovnik is that there is so much more to see when you go just a little way from the shoreline. Take a ferry to Lokrum Island to see the ruins of a medieval Benedictine monastery that once stood on the island.
Take a tour of some 19th-century botanical gardens that are full of beautiful plants, trees, and other vegetation that have stood the test of time. While there, be on the lookout for the peacocks that inhabit the island. These birds are not indigenous to the island, but rather were brought there over a century ago.
Another charming island that is a short ferry ride away off the coast of Dubrovnik is Lopud Island. Enjoy what is considered to be one of the best beaches that Dubrovnik has to offer, or grab a bite to eat at one of a variety of charming cafes. There are some historic examples of medieval architecture on the island, including a monastery that was restored to become a stunning art gallery.