Is Dubrovnik too crowded in summer?


Is Dubrovnik too crowded in summer? The answer: Pretty crowded! The city attracts over a million tourists annually, with most visitors arriving during the summer months, particularly July and August.


What is the most crowded month in Croatia?

Summer ? especially July?August ? is peak- of-peak season. Boats, buses, accommodations, and restaurants are overstuffed with mostly European vacationers. Temperatures and prices soar. Visiting Croatia in summer is like spending spring break in Florida ? it can be fun, but also miserably crowded and expensive.


Which is prettier Split or Dubrovnik?

If you have time, visit both towns! They are very different, especially in vibe and look, as Dubrovnik's old town mainly dates back to medieval times, while Split's old town dates back to ancient Roman times. Dubrovnik is more picture-perfect, while Split is more hectic and fun.


Is Dubrovnik hotter than Split?

The weather in Dubrovnik is relatively similar to the country's average temperatures, and is slightly cooler than its seaside counterpart of Split. If you're looking to soak up the sunshine, the warmest months in Dubrovnik are July and August, which coincide with the peak tourist season.


Is Croatia overpriced?

It's much less expensive than the Scandinavian nations, France, the U.K., Spain, Italy, and even Greece. The official local currency has been the Croatian Kuna, however, it's in the process of making a transition to the Euro. During the changeover, prices are displayed in both Kuna and Euro.


Is Dubrovnik too touristy?

Dubrovnik is Europe's most overtouristed city Using data from 2019, Statista found that Dubrovnik was the most touristed city in Europe, above both Venice and Barcelona. The city has a population of just over 41,000 and welcomed almost 1.5 million tourists in 2019. That's around 36 tourists per resident.


Is Dubrovnik a party town?

Dubrovnik nightlife is unusual - while the city has an abundance of bars, clubs are relatively few. But what they lack in quantity, they more than make up for in quality.


Why is Dubrovnik so expensive?

It is true that Dubrovnik is more expensive than other destinations in Croatia. This is heavily due to Dubrovnik serving as the main filming location for Star Wars and Game of Thrones, which has led to a huge increase in visitors making it the most popular destination in Croatia.


How many days in Dubrovnik is enough?

Dubrovnik a small town, so unless you plan to take day trips to islands or other attractions nearby, two days is the perfect amount of time to get to know this ancient city. (If you're interested in seeing on overview of our entire 2 week itinerary in Croatia, I've written up a summary of our trip here.


What are the negative effects of tourism in Dubrovnik?

Overcrowding, traffic congestion, various physical damages, displacement of locals in Old Town, low quality of tourist experiences and lower quality of life for locals, increased prices are among problems caused by overtourism in Dubrovnik.


What is crime like in Dubrovnik?

Dubrovnik has low crime rates and the locals are hospitable and friendly. It's common for tourists to roam the city streets and stunning coastal region without encountering any issues. However, as with any destination, always stay vigilant, especially at night and while in crowded places.