Nearby Attractions
Unique for its impressive medieval forts, churches, monuments, and palaces, Dubrovnik is often called the pearl of the Adriatic. More than a thousand-year-old history of Dubrovnik made it a cultural center of Europe. History is present in the entire city, which is both a museum and a picturesque stage where cultural heritage and contemporary life meet.
Old City
The City of Dubrovnik is encompassed by two kilometers of fortification walls with several towers and bastions, of which the best known is the Lovrijenac Tower on the west of the City, with an inscription in Latin above the entrance gate to the tower which reads,
"Non bene pro toto libertas venditur auro"
(Liberty should not be sold even at the price of gold).
Magnificent Sunsets
Dubrovnik is an excellent choice for those searching for a challenging and active holiday. Entertainment, recreation, and sports are available all year round. Enjoy a jeep safari, horseback riding, canoe safari, kayaking, sailing to the Elafite Islands, and a visit to the national park on the Island of Mljet. Do not miss the Island of Lokrum, located about 700 meters away from the old Dubrovnik harbor, also called the island of love. Discover the remains of the 12th-century Benedictine Monastery and a walking path to Fort Royal, enjoy a promenade surrounded by peacocks, or sunbathe on the nudist beach.
Attractions walkthrough
The Minčeta Tower is on the north-west side of the City, and the RevelinTower on its east. The walls were built from the 13th century to the 18th century, constantly added to and strengthened, without ever having to be used for the purpose for which they were built, thanks to the skillful diplomacy of Dubrovnik.
Because of its monumental walls and well-preserved cultural monuments, Dubrovnik has been included in UNESCO's Register of World Architectural Heritage
The restaurants of Dubrovnik will be loved by fans of seafood. It’s really hard to find such a variety of fish dishes and exotic delicacies. The best dishes of the national cuisine can be easily found in Konavoka Restaurant. The majority of the dishes here are cooked on the grill. Excellent fresh crab, lobster, and shrimp are prepared in various ways. The restaurant has a wine cellar with many old-brand wines and other alcoholic beverages.
Sesame restaurant is located in a beautiful historic building. Among the specialties of this place is chicken with rosemary. Fans of seafood will also fall in love with this place - salads with shellfish here are prepared following a special original recipe of the restaurant’s chef. By the way, the restaurant’s hall is located on the first floor of the building, and the second one is equipped with several nice lounges. Orhan restaurant welcomes its guests from early morning till late at night. In the morning the spacious terrace gathers fans of fresh coffee and aromatic baking. At lunchtime, guests will be offered to try delicious salads and juicy steaks. Finally, during dinner, visitors prefer to order seafood and vegetables cooked on the grill.
Local specialties
Fans of vegetarian food should visit the restaurant named The Arca. Besides a large selection of vegetable salads and fruit desserts, this restaurant offers unusual cocktails, which are particularly refreshing in the summer heat. Gil's restaurant is distinguished by its unusual interior decoration and exquisite menu. It serves Japanese cuisine, as well as salads and desserts cooked by the original chef’s recipes. The restaurant is located near the city’s port and has two spacious terraces.
Fans of Mediterranean cuisine should try the masterpieces of culinary art that are served in "Lapad" restaurants. Its specialties are succulent steaks, pasta, and risotto with vegetables. As for desserts, guests of this place often choose fruit platter and ice cream. "Levanat" Restaurant is a cozy place located in a calm bay. Its menu mostly features dishes made of seafood. Skewers of shrimp with vegetables in a honey sauce, fish carpaccio, and hot salads – this is just a brief mention of dishes available here. This restaurant will please any gourmet.
The cuisine of Dubrovnik and its surroundings is colorful and diverse, complex in its simplicity of preparation ensuring that all the value and flavors are preserved. Based on a generous use of the finest olive oil, local herbs, and produce it is a treat for every palate searching for healthy and authentic Mediterranean aromas. Restaurants scattered within the old town offer many delicacies such as fresh seafood, well-known oysters and lobsters from the nearby Ston Bay, and original sweets such as rozata (egg flan), kotonjata (sweet quince preserve), sugared orange peel and caramelized almonds.
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Lapad grill restaurant is 1 minute walking distance only from the Apartment.
Beaches
Most of these beaches are very good, and offer a lot of additional content, to the usual calm soothing sea, warm Mediterranean sun experience such as cafe bars, restaurants, tennis courts, playgrounds, swimming pools, the possibility of renting sports equipment, canoes, kayaks, etc. The most popular of the Dubrovnik public beaches are Banje, Lapad Bay beaches (Vis, Adriatic, Sunset Beach...), and Copacabana beach.
For those who stay for a longer time in Dubrovnik, a day trip to Lokrum can be an interesting option. Though the island has no beautiful sand beaches, it has a couple of swimming opportunities, a lot of paths to walk along in the woods, the ruins of a castle and those of a monastery, and two cafés. The swimming opportunities are rocky places, but some facilities make entering the water pretty easy. In the south of the island, there is a nudist beach as well.
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Location
Welcome to our cozy apartment located in a peaceful area, just 300m away from the beautiful Lapad Bay beach. The Old City is only 3km away, making it easily accessible for you to explore the rich history and culture of Dubrovnik. Come and enjoy a relaxing stay in our comfortable and convenient apartment.
