Dubrovnik Old Town
Fall in love with Dubrovnik’s Old Town
Dubrovnik is a unique hoard of cultural, historical and artistic treasures. Its story has been written in stone – the eternal symbol of durability and preservation.
The history of Dubrovnik is carved out in walls, squares, fountains and ports, monasteries, and churches, a testament to the turbulent past of the Dubrovnik people and offering its visitors a unique combination of Mediterranean climate and centuries-old heritage. The Old Town is the pedestrianized heart of Dubrovnik, a relaxed coastal destination steeped in history.
Excelsior Hotel & Spa
Overlooking the Adriatic Sea and ancient Old Town walls, the Excelsior’s stunning location, its nonchalant elegance and Mediterranean charm make it one of the most beautiful hotels in the world.
Stay at the Excelsior on a trip to Dubrovnik to see the Old Town and enjoy the spectacular views from each of the hotel's 4 restaurants, the panoramic indoor pool and spa area or the Excelsior's private beach.
Villa Agave
Villa Agave is located on a private cliff overlooking the sea, within walking distance of the Dubrovnik Old Town City and with clear views of the nearby Lokrum Island. Its proximity to Excelsior Hotel & Spa provides all the benefits of a five star hotel, while the secluded location enables guests to enjoy complete privacy.
To book a stay at this remarkable Villa, please contact us directly on:
Tel: + 385 (0)20 430 834
Fax: + 385 (0)20 430 835
E-mail: villa.agave@alh.hr
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3 amazing things to see and do in Dubrovnik’s Old Town
1 - Visit the Walls of Dubrovnik
The magnificent walls surrounding the city on all four sides contain a respectable collection of heritage and renowned cultural monuments, towers, forts, churches, monasteries, squares and streets, ports, old schools, museums and galleries. It is a gift inherited by all its citizens and lovers of romantic and inspirational past times.
In 1979, UNESCO added the old city of Dubrovnik, which includes a substantial portion of the old walls of Dubrovnik to its list of World Heritage Sites.
The Walls of Dubrovnik are a series of defensive stone walls that have surrounded and protected the citizens of the afterward proclaimed maritime city-state of Dubrovnik situated in southern Croatia, since the city's founding prior to the 7th century as a Byzantium castrum.
With numerous additions and modifications throughout their history, they have been considered to be amongst the great fortification systems of the Middle Ages, as they were never breached by a hostile army during this time.
The walls of Dubrovnik have five significant fortifications
• The circular Minčeta Tower in the North
• Revelin Fortress in the East
• Fort Bokar at the Western city entrance
• St. Lawrence Fortress in the West
• The large St. John Fortress on the South East side
of the city Entrance
Entrance
Entrance: by Sv. Spas Church at Stradun and by St. Ivan Fortress.
2 - St John Fort, the Maritime Museum and Aquarium
Combine your trip to the Walls of Dubrovnik with a visit to the St John Fort. It contains Dubrovnik’s Maritime Museum and the Dubrovnik Aquarium.
St John’s Fort dates back to the 13th Century and has grown extensively over the centuries. It traditionally formed part of the seaward defense of the city of Dubrovnik, a bulwark against pirates and invaders.
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Maritime Museum address: St. John Fort (1st and 2nd floor) phone: +385 20 323 904 open: 9 am - 7 pm (Mondays closed) entrance fee: 15 kn, children 7 kn |
Aquarium address: D. Jude 2 phone: +385 20 427 937 open: 8 am - 8 pm entrance fee: 15 kn, children 10 kn |
3 - Enjoy the Dubrovnik Summer festival
The Dubrovnik Summer Festival is a music and drama event held from July to August each year-
The Renaissance-Baroque city of Dubrovnik will again offer a rich programme of classical music, theatre, opera and dance for its 62nd festival in 2011-
The festival takes place on more than 30 open air stages in palaces, churches, monasteries and forts around the city.
Official Dubrovnik Summer Festival website - Check the festival website for the latest artist and programme news
Venues with links to maps and performances:
• Rector's Palace Atrium
• At the foot of Minčeta Fort
• Revelin Fort Terrace
• Ruđer Bošković Square
• In front of St. Blaise's Church
• Sponza Palace Atrium
The Festival's sales office on Stradun is opened from July 1st, with working hours from 9am till 11pm every day. Apart from Stradun, all guests can buy the tickets in Festival's Palace (Od Sigurate 1 street) or online
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