Choose from 68 Fun Things to Do in Dalmatia
Elaphite Islands
- All the islands are car-free; the only way to get around is on foot or by bicycle.
- Be sure to bring your swimsuit, towel, and sun protection.
- Some ferries and boat tours to the Elafiti Islands are wheelchair accessible, but it’s best to check with the tour operator in advance.
Budikovac Island
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Church of St Donatus
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Church of St Blaise
The church is best known for its remarkable silver statue of St Blaise, one of the city’s most important sculptures, depicting the saint holding up a model of the 15th-century city. Additional highlights include the exquisite stained-glass windows by local painter Ivo Dulcie, a pair of 15th century St. Blaise and St. Jerome sculptures by Nikola Lazanie and a collection of the Saint’s relics, which are famously carried through the streets of Dubrovnik each February 3rd for the Feast of St. Blaise.
Dominican Monastery
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Dubrovnik Cable Car
- Young children must be seated in a stroller and kids up to 12 years old must be supervised by an adult during the cable car ride.
- Passengers are required to stand still during the ride so their movement does not cause the cable car to swing.
- No food, drink, pets, or bicycles are allowed on the cable car.
- Cable car facilities are fully accessible to wheelchairs and strollers, including access to both stations, the cabin, and onsite restrooms.
Dubrovnik Sea Aquarium
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Fort Lovrijenac
Immortalized on-screen as part of the fictional King’s Landing in HBO’s hit fantasy drama, Game of Thrones, Fort Lovrijenac has further cemented its place at the top of tourist itineraries and few views are as breathtaking as looking out over the coastal city from the cliff top ramparts. Built in the 11th century, the fortress was once an impenetrable stronghold, with its 12-meter thick sea walls and infamous 3,000kg bronze ‘Guster’ cannon. An exhausting 175 stone steps lead up to the gateway of Fort Lovrijenac where the entrance is engraved with the poignant inscription ‘Non Bene Pro Toto Libertas Venditur Auro’ - ‘Freedom cannot be sold for all the treasures of the world’.
Cetina Canyon
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Dubrovnik Cruise Port
- If you’re exploring Dubrovnik on foot, be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes and be prepared for some steep streets.
- The steep, narrow, and often cobblestoned streets make travel by wheelchair or with a stroller difficult.
- To eliminate the hassle of flagging down a taxi or navigating public transport, book a shore excursion that includes hotel pickup and drop-off.
Dubrovnik Cathedral Treasury
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Dubrovnik Old Town
- Wear comfortable shoes and expect to spend a lot of time walking, as Dubrovnik’s Old Town is best explored on foot.
- Dubrovnik can get hot in the summer, so don’t forget your hat, sunglasses, and sunblock.
- To dodge the crowds, check the cruise-ship schedule and visit on a day with fewer expected cruise-ship visitors.
Cavtat
- Cavtat is easy to get around on foot; wear comfortable walking shoes.
- Parasols and sun loungers are available to rent at Cavtat’s beaches.
- The narrow streets and cobbled lanes of the Old Town can be challenging for wheelchair users.
Bisevo Blue Cave
- To help protect the natural environment, only official boats are allowed in the Blue Cave, and boat tours inside are limited to 15 minutes.
- Swimming in the Blue Cave is prohibited but most tours offer a chance to swim or snorkel at other locations, so be sure to bring your swimsuit, towel, and sun protection.
- Many tours are suitable for wheelchair users, but it's best to check in advance.
Archaeological Museum (Arheoloski Muzej)
Franciscan Monastery & Museum
Originally built in a Romanesque-Gothic style in 1337, the Franciscan Monastery was one of the few buildings to retain some of its original architecture after the 1667 earthquake.
Among its earliest surviving features is the south door, designed in 1499 in a Venetian Gothic style and featuring a beautiful carving (Pieta). Considered to be its piece de resistance, however, are the late Romanesque cloisters and their double columns topped with animal, human and plant carvings (capitals). Other original features include a 15th-century marble pulpit, bell tower and fountain.
The Franciscan Monastery also contains an unmissable pharmacy (1317) and a museum. Believed to be the oldest working pharmacy in Europe, you can see original laboratory instruments, mortars and jars on display here.
The museum contains more fascinating 14th century pharmacy equipment, a well-stocked library and precious religious art and artifacts belonging to the Franciscan order.
The Franciscan Monastery and Museum is accessed via a narrow passage from St. Savior's Church on the Placa (Stradun).
Cathedral of St Dominus (Cathedral of St Duje)
- A must-see for Roman history buffs, the Cathedral of Saint Domnius is one of the best-preserved ancient Roman sites in the world.
- The Cathedral of St. Domnius has an entrance fee.
- For an extra fee, you can climb to the top of the Bell Tower, where you’ll enjoy some of the best views in Split.
Cetina River
- The Cetina River is a must for adventurous travelers.
- Canyoning and rafting tours typically include specialist equipment, such as life jackets, helmets, and wetsuits, but be sure to wear sturdy sports shoes and sunscreen.
- While canyoning and rafting tours can be adapted to suit skill levels, they do require that participants be mobile and possess a certain level of fitness.
- If you’re doing a rafting or canyoning tour, bring a towel and dry clothes to change into after.
Dubrovnik Ancient City Walls
- There is a one-way (counterclockwise) system operating on the walls, so once you start walking, you must continue until the next exit point.
- Bring a hat, sunscreen, and plenty of water in summer, as there is little shade atop the walls.
- Wear comfortable shoes.
- Due to the many steps and uneven ground, the walls are not wheelchair or stroller accessible.
Elafiti Islands
- All the islands are car-free; the only way to get around is on foot or by bicycle.
- Be sure to bring your swimsuit, towel, and sun protection.
- Some ferries and boat tours to the Elafiti Islands are wheelchair accessible, but it’s best to check with the tour operator in advance.