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Dubrovnik’s old town beside the Adriatic Sea

Europe · Adriatic & old towns

Croatia

Pale stone towns, clear seas and islands on the horizon. Make Split or Dubrovnik your base for a relaxed coastal stay.

WHEN SHOULD YOU TRAVEL?

When to visit

May–June and September are good starting points for coastal towns and excursions. July and August are high season, with heat and many visitors. Outside summer, check ferries, tours and seasonal accommodation individually.

You can select any month. Advice reflects typical conditions; weather and local seasons vary.

YOUR TRIP AT A GLANCE

Fewer stops. More experiences.

Choose Split for city life and island excursions, or Dubrovnik for city walls and coastal views. Two bases can work on a longer holiday; avoid filling every day with travel.

Best forHistory, island excursions and coastal holidaysTravel paceOne or two bases with room to unwind

GET TO KNOW THE DESTINATION

Find your area

Explore a specific base, things to do and places to stay.

The Riva waterfront promenade in Split

Croatia

Split

History woven into everyday life, with the sea on your doorstep. A city base with room for an island excursion.

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Dubrovnik’s old town beside the Adriatic Sea

Croatia

Dubrovnik

City walls, narrow streets and the Adriatic as a backdrop. Give the old town time rather than rushing from place to place.

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Experiences to look forward to

01

Split and the palace district

Walk among historic buildings and everyday city life around Diocletian’s Palace. A walking tour can help put its history in context.

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Dubrovnik’s old town

Explore lanes and city walls with breaks in the shade. Check ticket terms and choose a time that suits the heat and crowds.

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View the Dubrovnik walking tour
03

An island day on the water

Choose one island or a short boat trip from your base. Compare sailing time, stops and cancellation terms, not just price.

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View the boat trip from Split

Where should you stay?

Dubrovnik’s old town beside the Adriatic Sea
Inspiration for your stay
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A coastal base for swimming

Stay outside the centre if the sea is your priority. Check the beach type, bus connections and whether facilities are open on your dates.

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FIND YOUR BASE

Stays in Croatia

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Official travel information

Editorial travel inspiration · October 2026. Suggestions refer to areas and accommodation types, not personal hotel reviews. Check current conditions before booking.

Photo: Dubrovnik’s old town · Tlusťa / Wikimedia Commons · Public domain. Resized and cropped for display; the image retains its licence.