City in Dubrovnik-Neretva, Croatia
Dubrovnik
Walled Adriatic old town with spectacular views and day trips to Lokrum and Montenegro. Stunning but expensive and crowded by cruise ships; stay outside the walls, visit early, and go off-season.
At a glance
- Safety4/5Safe with normal careDetails
- Monthly budget$2,700–3,940Comfortable, one person · €2,400–3,500Details
- Value for money17/100Better value than 16% of places we coverDetails
- Best time to goMay–Jun, Sep–OctWarmest: Aug, 29°CDetails
- Air quality7.2 µg/m³PM2.5 annual average (2024) · Fairly cleanDetails
- Internet93 MbpsFixed broadband, Croatia medianDetails
- Tap waterYes, drinkableTap water is safe; refill from the Onofrio fountains in the Old Town.Details
- LGBTQ+3/5Tolerant, but be discreetDetails
- Solo travel3/5English: spoken almost everywhereDetails
- Doctor's visit$56–101Private clinic, without insuranceDetails
- Getting aroundBoltWalkable centerDetails
- Cash or cardCards almost everywhereCards accepted in nearly all restaurants and shops; carry cash for bus tickets, kiosks and small boat tours.Details
Where to stay in Dubrovnik
Areas visitors base themselves in.
| Area | Good for |
|---|---|
| Old Town | Atmosphere and short stays; crowded, loud and expensive |
| Ploče | East of the walls: sea views, beaches, easy walk to town |
| Lapad | Beach strip, restaurants, cheaper rooms, buses to Old Town |
| Gruž and Babin Kuk | Port and resorts, cheaper stays, bus routes |
Apps that work in Dubrovnik
Ride-hailing
- Maps: Google Maps
- Messaging: WhatsApp, Viber
- Jadrolinija: Ferry and catamaran tickets and timetables
- FlixBus: Intercity and international bus tickets
- Taxis: Taxis from Pile Gate and the airport cost more; use apps or the Libertas bus when possible.
Cash, cards and tipping
What to carry and how to pay. Money in Croatia.
- Cards almost everywhere Cards accepted in nearly all restaurants and shops; carry cash for bus tickets, kiosks and small boat tours.
- Currency: Euro (EUR). US$1 ≈ €0.89 on 03 Oct 2026.
- ATMs: Avoid standalone Euronet ATMs with high fees; use bank ATMs and always decline currency conversion.
- Tipping: Not expected but appreciated: round up or leave about 10% for good restaurant service, ideally in cash so staff get it.
- Paying by phone: Apple Pay and Google Pay work wherever contactless is accepted, which is nearly everywhere.
Before you go
Visa and entry
- Schengen member: 90 days in any 180 across the whole Schengen area. Non-EU visitors give fingerprints and a photo for the EES on entry.
- ETIAS pre-travel authorisation is not yet required; its launch has slipped beyond 2026.
- Your accommodation must register you with police within 48 hours; hotels do it. Staying privately, register at a police station.
Emergency numbers
Police 192 · Ambulance 194 · Fire 193 · All emergencies 112
Plugs
Type C, F · 230 V, 50 Hz. Do I need an adapter?
SIM and eSIM
EU SIMs roam at no extra cost. Prepaid SIMs are sold in operator shops and Tisak kiosks; about €10–20 buys a month of generous data. eSIMs work for visitors.
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Sources
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