The Pearl of the Adriatic decks the Dalmatian coast with epic beauty. Shimmering by the sea, below a gentle mountain, Dubrovnik blends rocky, medieval architecture and waterfront tranquility. The city sticks out of the sea like a mythic mirage, or the seat of a magical kingdom as it appears on the fantastical Game of Thrones. Follow the trails of kings and queens—real or imaginary—and delve into Dubrovnik.
Visit Dubrovnik: get started
Get ready to discover Dubrovnik with our sublime selection of hotels in Croatia. Take a Game of Thrones tour of the city and stroll around King's Landing (Dubrovnik's Old Town!). Fort Lovrijenac, the Minčeta Tower, the Dubrovnik Cathedral and the cable car up Mount Srd are also some of our fave Dubrovnik attractions to explore. Start planning with our sublime selection of !
Dubrovnik travel guide
Destination facts
Language
Croatian
What to bring back
Dalmatian wines like Pelješac or Pošip, olive oil, Dalmatinski rafioli (ravioli-shaped biscuits) and traditional hoop earrings called verzice (part of the local folk costume).
What to eat
Regional specialties of the Dalmatian coast: brudet (fisherman’s stew), buzara (shellfish in a wine broth), octopus salad, pašticada na dalmatinski (braised beef with gnocchi), bitva (a side of swiss chard and potatoes), oily fish like sardines and soparnik (swiss chard pie).
Fun fact
While many know of Dubrovnik’s connection to seven fictional kingdoms (Game of Thrones), few know of its role as the capital of the very real Republic of Ragusa, an important maritime state from 1358 to 1808. The republic was, at different times, a part of the Kingdom of Hungary, the Ottoman Empire, Habsburg Austria, the French Empire and the Kingdom of Italy. In short, the city is no stranger to drama between rulers.
Important info
For more information on all necessary travel documents and more, check Air Canada’s Travel Requirements page and the Government of Canada’s Travel and Tourism website.
