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Top 10 Things to do in Dubrovnik
Aug 11, 2011
Dubrovnik has countless activities, but there are certain things to do in Dubrovnik that every visitor to this quaint, historic town should experience. These must-dos encompass everything from historical sites to surrounding islands.
Aug 11, 2011
The best Dubrovnik bars have very different styles and atmospheres, but they all have one thing in common. All of these bars are enjoyable spots to have a drink and spend some time, either alone or with friends. No matter which of these Dubrovnik bars you choose, you'll have a good time.
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The Pucic Palace
The stunning, 18th-century Baroque Pucic Palace right in Dubrovnik's Old Town, next to the limestone-paved Stradun, combines classic architecture with 5-star amenities.
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Hilton Imperial Dubrovnik
In the midst of picturesque gardens only a few minutes' walk from the old town, Hilton Imperial Dubrovnik overlooks the city walls and historic fortresses.
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Hotel Ariston
Set within the Importanne Resort, Hotel Ariston offers a private beach and a seaside swimming pool with panoramic views.
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Boutique Hotel Kazbek
At the seafront of Gruz bay and a 10-minute drive from Dubrovnik's Old Town, this 5-star boutique offers elegantly furnished rooms with stylish bathrooms.
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Rixos Libertas Dubrovnik
Featuring a large spa area with indoor and outdoor pools offering panoramic sea views, this 5-star hotel is a 15-minute walk away from Dubrovnik's Old Town.
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Radisson Blu Resort & Spa, Dubrovnik Sun Gardens
Enjoying a quiet location at a picturesque beach, the 5-star Radisson Blu Sun Gardens offers panoramic views of the Adriatic Sea and Elaphiti Islands ...
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Hotel More
Located in a green spot of Lapad Bay, Hotel More offers a private beach and rooms with a balcony. Dubrovnik's Old Town is a short bus ride away.
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Grand Villa Argentina
Experience breathtaking views of Dubrovnik and the sea from the Grand Villa Argentina, featuring its own beach and being only a 10-minute walk away from the Old Town.
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Hotel Excelsior
Located just 5 minutes’ walk from Dubrovnik’s Old Town, this seafront 5-star hotel is a local landmark.
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Termed the 'Pearl of the Adriatic' the old walled city of Dubrovnik adopts the term with ease and it is fully justified. A truly beautiful and historic Mediterranean port, it once had only Venice as a rival for the importance of trade and has few comparisons the world over as a visitor destination today. Certainly the highlight of Croatia tourism, it is a place which has consistently attracted the rich and famous, the powerful and the influential. This is a factor reflected in the standard of Dubrovnik hotels, with over half the top luxury hotels in all of Croatia found on this unique and special port city.
The golden age of the city was the 15th to 16th centuries, at which point it was a center for trade, for literature, for arts and for establishing the culture and identity of Croatia. Little has changed in the years since, George Bernard Shaw referring to it as 'paradise on earth', and numerous world leaders, presidents and royalty all adding their favorable reviews. It is perhaps the unspoilt nature of the city which is so appealing, the incredible historic architecture, the fountains and winding streets, the rich cultural elements, museums, churches and monasteries all play their part in making the city, now, as ever, the place to see and in which to be seen.
The entire Old City, a World Heritage Site, is completely pedestrianized and although the maze of winding little streets can sometimes be confusing there is no better place in which to get lost. Walking around is all that is required to get a sense of the place but to do only that is to miss out on the real treasures which lie beneath, and sometimes on, the surface. Old town favorites on the tourist trail include the Bell Tower, with the famous bronze statues striking the bell on the hour. These statues are reproductions, the originals being in the Sponza Palace, a Gothic renaissance masterpiece. While the Dubrovnik hotels can not match it for sheer scale and beauty, some of them come pretty close.
The main street of the old town is Placa Stradun, lined by shops and properties of baroque architecture and it is where the culture of the city comes to life, through shopping certainly, but also as the site of numerous cultural events and festivals. After a walk taking in the sights it is perhaps time to have seat and for that there is the steps of Big Onofrio's Fountain. This is where people meet and hang out before a further assault on the city attractions. The Old Port of the city is certainly worth a visit, or just enjoy the best views over it all with a stroll atop the Old City walls. 2m thick, they can take the strain but if you can't take the heat then early morning or late afternoon is best.
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