The magnificent history of Dubrovnik, the rich cultural heritage that is under UNESCO protection, as well as the beauty of the sea and green landscapes of the Dubrovnik region have delighted its many visitors for centuries, both tourists and business guests - organizers of various events. The famous writers Lord Byron and George Bernard Shaw called Dubrovnik the pearl of the Adriatic and paradise on Earth, and many famous guests of today - distinguished world statesmen, actors and entertainment stars, world-class athletes, are delighted by the beauty, elegance and history of one of the most popular coastal cities in the Mediterranean, King's Landing from the world's most watched series Game of Thrones.

The fastest way to get to Dubrovnik is by plane. It is no more than a two-hour flight from all the most important European capitals, and only a 45-minute flight from the Croatian capital of Zagreb. In the summer season, it is connected by direct air lines with more than sixty European cities, as well as a direct connection with the USA on the flight New York - Dubrovnik. Also, the city is well connected by sea and road connections with other Croatian cities and ports. More recently, the Pelješac Bridge, the largest ever Croatian infrastructure project, which connects the mainland and Pelješac, that is, Dubrovnik and the far south of Croatia with the rest of the country.

What is it that attracts numerous tourists, as well as business guests, to this beautiful historical city in the south of one of the cleanest seas in the world - the Adriatic Sea?

History and culture

There are very few places in the world where history and culture are intertwined like in Dubrovnik. The historical heritage of the famous Republic of Dubrovnik is present to this day, and numerous buildings and fortresses from the Renaissance period are living monuments and witnesses of the glorious past of the people of Dubrovnik. In the 15th century, Dubrovnik was one of the most important trade centres of the Mediterranean. Thanks to diplomatic skills, the city maintained its independence and as a city-state was a centre not only for trade, but also for culture and art.

The monumental city walls from the 16th century with five fortresses, almost two kilometres long, remain the symbol and biggest attraction of Dubrovnik to this day, and the entire old city centre has been on the UNESCO protected cultural heritage list since 1979. Precisely thanks to its walls and old historical centre, Dubrovnik became the perfect backdrop for one of the world's most famous series, "starring" as King's Landing in the popular Game of Thrones, but also a great film location in a number of other famous film hits, such as Robin Hood, Star Wars and others.

The most famous city promenade - Stradun, as well as numerous narrow stone alleys, medieval palaces and churches become open-air stages and locations of numerous cultural festivals, music and drama events in the summer. The Dubrovnik Summer Festival, Midsummer Scene Festival, International Opera Festival Dubrovnik...are just a few of the cultural events.

Natural beauty

The mild Mediterranean climate, the living richness of the Adriatic Sea and the islands, the greenery of Mediterranean plants and forests, the vineyards and olive groves in the hinterland of Dubrovnik, as well as the most beautiful islands in the wider Dubrovnik waters attract all with their irresistible sights, colours, smells and experiences.

Set off by sea for the nearby island of Lokrum, which fascinates visitors with its peace and mystery, to the Elaphite Islands with a rich maritime history, then the Bay of Mali Ston with its unique shells, oysters and the wine-covered Pelješac peninsular, towards the island of the famous Marco Polo - Korčula and the greenest Adriatic island - the Mljet National Park. Numerous attractive programs of local agencies will take you on adrenaline, historical, film, gastronomic tours - it's up to you to choose your memorable experience.

Gastronomy

Less is more - the well-known saying best describes the local gastronomy, which adds premium olive oil and a pinch of sea salt from the award-winning Ston salt pans to the original flavours of Mediterranean cuisine, simply prepared fish and seafood dishes. Organically grown fruits and vegetables on the fertile soil of Konavle and the Neretva river valley are an inspiration to the chefs of top restaurants from Michelin guides, as well as the gastronomic offer in traditional taverns and konobas. Regardless of whether you are a gourmet who combines the refined flavours of haute cuisine with top local wines or an adventurer looking for a tasty quick meal, in Dubrovnik you will find a wide range of local and international specialties. The perfect dessert at the end of the meal will certainly be the most famous local dessert - Dubrovnik rozata, which got its name from the rose liqueur (rosulin), which gives it a special fragrant aroma.

Wine in the Dubrovnik region is a special story. Always appreciated, with a production tradition dating back to the time of the Republic of Dubrovnik, it is an indispensable companion to a good lunch or dinner. Red wine, Plavac mali from Pelješac, is one of the most famous Croatian wines, but be sure to try white wine as well - Pošip from the island of Korčula and Malvazija from Konavle.

Tourist and meetings & incentive tradition

Dubrovnik is the most famous tourist destination and one of the leading meetings destinations in Croatia. The long tradition of tourism dates back to the distant year of 1897, when the Grand Hotel Imperial was opened, equipped with all the modern equipment of the time, and which soon hosted the first international conference. Today, around 50 hotels are open in the city, of which an impressive 15 are five-star hotels. In the Valamar Lacroma, Dubrovnik Palace, Croatia in Cavtat, Dubrovnik Sun Gardens and Sheraton Dubrovnik Riviera hotels you will find the largest meetings halls and accompanying conference facilities, while numerous luxury hotels host unique incentives.

Conference facilities include more than 8,000 seats in Dubrovnik hotels and unique historical spaces, such as the Rector’s Palace, Lazareti, Lovrjenac and Revelin fortresses, Sponza Palace and others. The quality conference offer is rounded off by DMC and PCO agencies as indispensable partners in destination knowledge and technical organization of the most demanding domestic and international gatherings.