Top Experiences in St. John’s Fortress (Fort St. Ivana)

Choose this tour for the best experience of the city walls of Dubrovnik! It's led by history buffs, based on facts and research and made for all the history lovers out there. Our guides are all locals of Dubrovnik and they will add their personal touch to the tour with their own unique style and presentation. It's a small-group tour - there will never be more than eight guests per one guide so that there is a nice, personable feel to the tour where the group can really connect with the guide and fully immerse in this experience. Oh, did we mention the amazing views of the Old town...?

Join our passionate guide on this 2-hour tour that brings Dubrovnik to life from the best vantage point possible: her magnificent wall network. Dubrovnik’s 1940m of fortified walls are the impressive results of careful planning, constant innovation and adapting to ever-changing threats and opportunities across the centuries. They are also a testament to the hard work and sacrifice of its people, who reaped the rewards when they needed protection from enemies as diverse as the Ottomans Turks, British, Russians, Austrians and even the Yugoslav army.

The tour starts with a walk on the walls so that you benefit from the immediate impact of the stunning panoramic views: with the shimmering Adriatic on one side and the striking red rooftops on the other, this "wall-walk" will be an unforgettable memory of your visit to Dubrovnik. The numerous forts and towers on the fortifications provide the best views of the Old City with the iconic view from the Minčeta fort being one of the highlights.

Our Audio Guide offers a convenient mobile companion for exploring the old town of Dubrovnik. This app features a pre-designed walking route that guides you through Dubrovnik's key attractions, providing captivating audio commentary that details the city's history.

During your self-guided tour, you will see: Jesuit Stairs and other filming locations for Game of Thrones; Sponza Palace and the Rector's Palace; Onofrio Fountains; Dubrovnik monasteries and churches; The fortresses of St. John and St. Lawrence; Old Port.

Throughout the tour, you will learn about local traditions and legends.

The tour covers a total of 24 points of interest, thoughtfully guiding you along the most enchanting streets of the old town. After the tour, you can visit the Maritime Museum or go for a swim.

Discover Dubrovnik’s crowning jewels — its UNESCO-listed Old Town and city walls — on this 3-hour walking tour, led by a knowledgeable guide. Begin with a guided stroll through the heart of the Old Town. Traverse the main promenade, taking in famous sights such as Sponza Palace, before veering off into the labyrinth of connecting streets, lined with quaint eateries, shops and a bevy of architectural delights. Then, head for the city’s iconic walls and soak up gorgeous vistas of the Old Town and the Adriatic Sea as you wander its length with your guide.

Let's go on a walking tour along the magnificent city walls of Dubrovnik and view the city from a different perspective overlooking the major historical landmarks and hear about the history and the way of life in Dubrovnik through many centuries up to now!

Walk along the ramparts and step back in time, losing yourself in the grandeur and beauty of this culturally influential city. Beginning from east gate of Ploče we continue the entrance of the city walls near the St. John's fortress and start our guided tour of the city walls stretching 1940 m (6365 ft.) enjoying the view of the streets, houses, palaces, fortresses, monasteries, including locations that were used in the filming of the Game of Thrones and much more.

Take in the beautiful sights, and listen to stories and remarkable facts through the many centuries of Dubrovnik’s dramatic history, including the recent past during the Homeland War.

Let me take you on an adventure through the Old City in a way only the locals know!

Immerse yourself in the gem that is Dubrovnik, the lively and spectacular city that has had a turbulent past but today is a beautiful and thriving urban settlement with a harmonious blend of Renaissance, Gothic, and Baroque architecture.

Perfectly suited for discovery on foot, our self-guided audio tour allows you to set the pace and explore at your leisure as you uncover the stories of this exciting city.

On this tour you will see ornate palaces and elegant cathedrals and hear the stories, both real and legendary, of people who shaped Dubrovnik, from aspiring rebels to heroic knights.

To discover this vibrant city in your own time and at your own pace just download this self-guided audio tour, pop in your headphones, open the map that comes with your download and start walking.

The tour will take approximately two hours, but you can pause the audio guide when needed. Grab a bite to eat or do some shopping along the way.

Please note that this tour is only available in English.

No visit to Dubrovnik would be complete without a walk around city’s main claim to fame – spectacular city walls. Built in the 10th century these enormous walls, as high as six meters and up to six meters thick, provided a solid defence against invaders. With nearly 2 kilometres in length, these city walls offer a perfect spot for a casual stroll and mesmerizing views of Old Town and shimmering Adriatic. Other highlights include its two towers, the Minčeta Tower and the Bokar Tower, along with two forts, the Fort Lawrence and the Revelin Fortress. There are three access points to the walls:  one close to the Dominican Monastery, one close to the Maritime Museum at Fort St. John and one at Pile Gate.

When you arrive in port in Dubrovnik, take a shore excursion to the city walls and the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Old Town. After the informative walking tour through the old part of Dubrovnik, your guide will take you to the old walls where you'll have a wonderful view over the city. While walking along the walls, you will learn much about the fascinating history of Dubrovnik.

Journey through the centuries of history on a self guided audio tour of this breathtaking city where you’ll hear the tales of war, conflict and the political struggles that Dubrovnik has endured, including the last siege during the Homeland War from the early 1990s. Despite all the hardships from the past, the city still stands strong and proud and offers visitors breathtaking views and scenes that will leave a big impression all on their own.

Highlights include:

- The panoramic views of the old city and the clear blue Adriatic sea
- The Fort of St Lawrence and the legend about its beginnings
- The story of the catastrophic Big Earthquake 1667
- St John Fort and the maritime endeavours of Dubrovnik
- Minčeta Tower, the symbol of the city's independence
- The siege of Dubrovnik 1991-1992