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Old City, History & Culture Tour

Duration: 2h
Languages: English
Guru: Viktor
Quality Verified Registered on July 18, 2020

I'm a local fellow and experienced licensed guide with MA in Political science. Interested in history, culture, literature, politics, economics, nature.

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  • Free booking and cancellation
    Free payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free

Tour description

This tour starts by the western gates of the Old City and it's a combined overview of the most important landmarks, the overall history and culture of Dubrovnik.
 
First learn how the city, also known as The Pearl of Adriatic, came to be, how it grew and became one of the largest walled cities in Europe.

Then immerse yourselves into the turbulent political history of the city and Croatia, and you will soon realize why Winston Churchill once said that the peoples of the Balkans produce more history than they can consume.

In this tour you will also learn about the republican spirit and classical notion of freedom (Libertas) which was cherished by the nobles and notable commoners of the premodern Republic of Dubrovnik, and you will realize that we have a lot to learn from these people.

You will see: 

  • Kolorina Cove
  • Saint Lawrence Fortress (without entering) 
  • Pile Gate (western gates and moat) 
  • Large Onofrio's fountain
  • Jesuit stairs (Walk of Shame stairs)
  • Jesuit Church
  • The Cathedral (without entering) 
  • Rector's palace (without entering) 
  • The Main square 
  • Orlando’s Column 
  • Sponza palace and more...  


 IMPORTANT!
- Maximum number of participants: 15
- I suggest you take a bottle of water
- if you're late, please contact me on WhatsApp 00385 98 933 6062

Due to Croatian law, the official price of the tour is: 0,10 Euro per person 

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Highlights

What will we visit on this tour?

  • Meeting point:
    Brsalje ul. 3, 20000, Dubrovnik, Croatia
    Brsalje ul. 3, 20000, Dubrovnik, Croatia
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    By NAUTIKA restaurant, OUTSIDE the walls. A relatively tall guy: https://maps.app.goo.gl/HJ98DFf8cLvkDB8e8

  • 1
    Outside visit
    Stradun
  • 2
    Outside visit
    Lovrijenac
  • 3
    Outside visit
    Stradun
  • 4
    Outside visit
    Ulica od Puča
  • 5
    Outside visit
    Vrata od Pila
  • 6
    Outside visit
    Church of St. Salvation
  • 7
    Outside visit
    Velika Onofrijeva Fontana
  • 8
    Outside visit
    Jesuit Stairs
  • 9
    Outside visit
    Saint Ignatius
  • 10
    Outside visit
    Sponza Palace
  • 11
    Outside visit
    Rector's Palace
  • 12
    Outside visit
    Bokar
  • 13
    Outside visit
    St. Blaise's Church

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

Tour opinions

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Laura 31 May 2024

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Travelled in group - May 2024
Víktor was a fantastic guide and we learned so much!
Niranjali 31 May 2024
Zagreb

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Travelled in group - May 2024
Viktor is a guide who is very passionate about his subject matter so it made for a great tour of Old Town Dubrovnik which gave us a good overview and from thereon we were able to visit most of the highlights n appreciate the history n glory days of Dubrovnik. Viktor also shared with us a wealth of information post tour which helped us fill the gaps on any further questions we had on the history of this beautiful city which is a must visit in my books now.
Cheryl 29 May 2024
Brisbane

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Travelled in couple - May 2024
Viktor is very passionate and speaks quite fast. The tour moves between locations quickly. We were able to determine what places to revisit including the Rector Palace and Fort. Our guide was very willing to answer any questions. The tour is jam packed.
Arianna 26 May 2024

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Travelled in couple - May 2024
An amazing tour. Viktor has an incredibile energy, passion and culture and can share the love he has for his city!
Adrian 26 May 2024
Swindon

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Travelled in couple - May 2024
Entertaining and informative. Included some hidden locations which gave a more rounded insight to life in Dubrovnik. Brilliant. Thank you Viktor.
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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Non suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group reservations.
Pets
Suitable for carrying pets.

What should you know?

Minimum of attendees
A minimum of 5 people is required for the tour.
Additional costs:
The tour does not require the payment of entrance fees or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you will not be able to attend the tour, please cancel your booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Only cash payment is accepted.
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