Is the Dubrovnik Wall Walk worth it?
Is the Dubrovnik Wall Walk worth it? Walking the City Walls in Dubrovnik is a fantastic experience, and it's usually at the top of the list of the best things to do in Dubrovnik. But, is walking the Dubrovnik City Walls worth it? Yes, the 200 kn ticket price is expensive, especially for the budget traveler in Dubrovnik as its a pricey city in general.
Has anyone fallen from Dubrovnik walls?
An Australian couple fell 33 feet from a medieval wall in Dubrovnik while intoxicated, police said. The wall and surrounding area are featured in HBO's "Game of Thrones."
What is the best time to go to Dubrovnik City Walls?
As the top attraction in Dubrovnik, they can become FILLED with crowds. That being said, the best time to do the Dubrovnik city walls walk is right when they open in the early morning or during the late afternoon. This will help you avoid the large crowds that accumulate up there during mid-day.
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.
Why are Dubrovnik walls so expensive?
The main reason for the higher entrance fee is to have the number of daily visitors to the city walls reduced to more reasonable figures. This is certainly in line with the issues of overtourism and the sometimes overwhelming number of people who flood the streets of the old town.
Is Dubrovnik Old Town walkable?
Yes, the old town of Dubrovnik is surrounded by a medieval wall and several forts, and these days, you can climb up on to them and walk the perimeter of the old town.
Is Split or Dubrovnik more expensive?
Split is slightly cheaper than Dubrovnik! This is still noticeable in accommodation rates and costs of eating out. However, today prices in Split don't lag much behind prices in Dubrovnik.
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.