Quick Answer: Dubrovnik is the Pearl of the Adriatic — red roofs, marble streets, and medieval walls you can walk entirely around with the sea crashing below.

Dubrovnik: My Adriatic Jewel

We walked off the ship and took the first cable car up Mount Srđ for sunrise — the view of the walled city floating in pink mist is one of the most beautiful things I've ever seen. Then down and straight onto the walls at opening (again, early is everything). We had entire sections to ourselves for the first hour — just us, gulls, and 1,000 years of history.

We walked every meter of the 2 km circuit, stopping for photos at every tower. The sea was so blue it looked fake. We had lunch at Panorama restaurant (cable car) — black risotto and the view that made the price irrelevant. In the afternoon, we kayaked around the walls and Lokrum island and swam into the Buža cave and jumped off cliffs.

Dubrovnik is undeniably crowded in summer, but the beauty is so overwhelming it still wins.

The Moment That Stays With Me: Standing on the highest point of the walls with the entire old city spread below like a Game of Thrones set, but real, and mine for one perfect moment before the crowds arrived.

Getting Around Dubrovnik

Ship docks at Gruž (3 km from Old Town) — shuttle buses run constantly.

Positively Worded Word of Warning

The walls are steep and unshaded — go early and bring water — the views are worth every step and drop of sweat.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is Dubrovnik worth it?
A: Still magical despite crowds.

Q: Best thing?
A: Walk the walls at opening hour.

Q: How long for walls?
A: 1.5–2 hours at leisurely pace.

Q: Walk from port?
A: No — shuttle or taxi needed.

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