Top Dubrovnik Literary Tours

Dubrovnik is known for its history and architecture, but appreciating its many sights can be difficult on a self-led tour. Forget the guidebook and learn from a local on a tour of Dubrovnik’s Old Town, exploring landmarks including the Franciscan Monastery, Stradun monument, Cathedral of the Assumption, and more. Enjoy the intimate perspective of a walking tour as you gain insight into the city’s far-reaching heritage and culture.

Paddle around historic Dubrovnik in the company of a kayaking guide, and discover views of the city many other visitors miss, on this active and immersive tour. View the Old Town as you cross the Adriatic Sea to the island of Lokrum, then stop at Betina Cave for some snorkeling. No prior experience is necessary, and the use of all kayaking and snorkeling equipment is included.

Make the most of Croatia's proximity to coastal Montenegro on this day trip from Dubrovnik, which helps you cross the border with ease. Take a scenic drive on the southern Dalmatian Coast and experience small Adriatic villages and towns, including the charming town of Perast and the UNESCO-listed Kotor Bay and Budva Old Town. Letting someone else drive means you can soak up the scenery, which is some of the Balkans' best.

You can stroll down the Stradun and walk the wall of Dubrovnik on your own but it’s more meaningful if you know the fascinating stories behind the historic sites. This walking tour of Dubrovnik shows you what makes the UNESCO World Heritage site so special. Learn how to identify different styles of architecture, as well as the history behind the palaces, fountains, monasteries, and churches. Finally, walk the high walls and get a different perspective of the city.

Seeing Dubrovnik’s Old Town—a UNESCO World Heritage Site—and its city walls separately can be time-consuming, but this guided combination tour brings both together in one efficient experience. Explore the Old Town with a guide, learning about its historic buildings and daily life from the Middle Ages through the conflicts of the 1990s, then walk the city walls for sweeping views of the Adriatic Sea.

Navigating to Bosnia and Herzegovina’s Kravice Waterfalls from Dubrovnik can be challenging on your own, so book a guided small-group tour for a stress-free visit. Receive pickup from your Dubrovnik hotel, then head out past the seaside villages of the Dubrovnik Riviera and into the Bosnian countryside towards Kravice Waterfalls, arriving before most of the crowds. Then, enjoy free time in the medieval town of Mostar, spotting Ottoman-era architecture, including the Old Bridge.

Escape the crowds on land and admire Croatia's coastline at the most magical time of day on a sunset kayaking tour in Dubrovnik. Exploring in a kayak means that you'll have access to coves, caves and beaches that traditional tour boats can't reach. Plus, you'll enjoy stops to go cliff diving, swimming, and snorkelling, and well as sample some local wine.

Discover “Game of Thrones” sites in Dubrovnik on a walking tour that visits the real-life attractions used for some of the show’s locations. As you explore the city’s UNESCO World Heritage–listed Old Town with your guide and group, enjoy views of the red-roofed skyline you know as King’s Landing. Follow in Joffrey’s footsteps at Lovrijenac Fortress, stand where Ayra Stark stood, and hear behind-the-scenes stories. Various ticket options are available.

Explore Croatia’s spectacular coastal scenery on this 8-hour Elafiti Islands cruise from Dubrovnik. Hop aboard your sightseeing vessel in Dubrovnik and cruise out onto the waves. Visit islands such as Koločep, Lopud and Šipan, and explore the village of Suđurađ. Enjoy a delicious lunch alongside a selection of refreshing beverages on board. During your tour, swim in the clear waters, stroll along the beaches, sightseen or simply soak up the sunshine at your leisure. With round-trip travel from your Dubrovnik hotel, enjoy a relaxing day on the waves.

The Elafiti Islands boast scenic landscapes and unique heritage, but appreciating all they have to offer can be difficult for visitors to do independently. Instead, discover the islands’ top highlights all in one day on a boat tour from Dubrovnik. You'll visit the secluded island of Lopud, will lunch on Sipan, and even go snorkeling in Kolocep’s Blue Cave. Equipment is provided, as are unlimited drinks on board.

Many Game of Thrones scenes were filmed in Dubrovnik Old Town. But others were filmed outside the city walls, and it's those sites this intimate tour hits. You'll visit King's Landing gardens (AKA Trsteno Arboretum, an ancient botanical garden); you'll scale Mt. Srd, one of several locations to have stood in for King's Road; and you'll see the abandoned Hotel Belvedere, where the Mountain and Oberyn's death match took place.