The best months to visit Dubrovnik are May – Jun, Sep – Oct. Warm, fewer crowds.
Quick facts
Currency EUR (Euro) Cards widely accepted
Language Croatian English widely spoken
Timezone CET (UTC+1) CEST in summer
Best Months May – Jun, Sep – Oct Warm, fewer crowds
Daily Budget ~$45–90 USD Budget to mid-range
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When to go
The Pearl of the Adriatic: walled city, cliff bars, island escapes, and one of the most beautiful coastlines in Europe.
Getting Around in Dubrovnik
- The Old Town is entirely pedestrian, so everything inside the walls is on foot
- Local buses connect the Old Town to Gruž harbour, Lapad, and the airport cheaply and frequently
- Ferries to Lokrum (15 min) and the Elafiti Islands depart from the Old Port and Gruž harbour
For itineraries, costs and practical travel advice, see the full Dubrovnik travel guide.
Timezone: CET (UTC+1) (CEST in summer)
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Dubrovnik?
The best months to visit Dubrovnik are May – Jun, Sep – Oct (Warm, fewer crowds), which makes for the most comfortable conditions for sightseeing and getting around. For what a trip costs day to day, see the Dubrovnik budget breakdown.
