10 day trips from Dubrovnik

Are you in Dubrovnik and want to explore the surroundings? Here are the 10 best day trips from Dubrovnik, selected just for you!

Dubrovnik is a pretty Croatian city, also known as the "Adriatic Pearl". From all over the country, it is the most popular city! Foreign travelers come to wonder in front of its impressive historical heritage, where sumptuous monuments and tourist places are countless. But the outside of the city too is not the rest!

If, once on site, you would like to organize a getaway to explore the surrounding area, we offer some interesting destinations. So here are the day trips from Dubrovnik that really worth the detour. Don’t thank us, it’s normal!

1. Lokrum Island

Why not start with one of the best day trips from Dubrovnik offered in the area? Right in front of the city, the island Lokrum is a true little paradise!

There is the Dead Sea and a small salt lake connected to the Adriatic Sea by a network of underwater cavities. Naturism lovers will be delighted as a beach is dedicated to them. ♪ aficionados the Game of Thrones series will also find some scenery of the second season, on site.

2. Trsteno

No, I promise, the boredom will not be part of your next stay in Croatia: a great day trip since the day Dubrovnik Wait for you! Trsteno is a village located about 20 kilometres northwest of Dubrovnik .

The village is famous thanks to its arboretum, a botanical garden founded by the family Gučetić in the 15th century. It is one of the oldest botanical gardens in the world, there are even planted trees... At its creation, 500 years ago. Splen-dide!

3. Elaphite Islands

This trip will please you, be certain! ♪ Elaphites constitute an archipelago of thirteen islands located northeast of Dubrovnik .

It is easily accessed via the ferry from Gruž . Besides the beautiful beaches inviting to relaxation, the island of Sudurad houses two small castles and a beautiful medieval church. In addition, the bay Šunj , on the island of Lopud is considered one of the most beautiful beaches in Croatia!

4. Fortress of Kaštio

During your stay let yourself be tempted by this day trip from Dubrovnik . It is a must in the entire region. The length of the walls of this splendid 14th century fortress is almost six kilometers!

These monumental walls, the longest in Europe, are an architectural wonder and a heritage masterpiece. We also recommend you, during your visit, to sit in one of the seafood restaurants in the area.

The dishes are delicious and accompanied by local wines. What more?

5. Lakes of Baćina

The Wanderlix team presents one of its favourites. This is one of the best day trips from Dubrovnik, selected just for you: a trip to Dubrovnik Baćina lakes .

Located near the city of the same name, these seven lakes (of which six are connected) are the best known freshwater lakes in the region. We come to swim with friends or family while enjoying the Croatian sun...

Activities are offered to boaters such as boat, stand-up paddle or kayak. What do you want to start with?

6. Mljet National Park

For a day trip from Dubrovnik from the ordinary, we present you the island Mljet , the most beautiful island of the Adriatic! Rich in a stunning nature and sandy beaches, it is located in Dalmatia south and has a national park.

Two bays (if enclaved as lakes) are on the island, one can also access a lost islet on one of them. Count to enter, during the summer season, 100 kn (Croatian sauna, approximately 13 € ) for adults and 40 kn (approx. 5 € ) for children over 6 years of age.

7. Beach of Pasjača

Seductive, this idea of day trip since Dubrovnik . It attracts many visitors every year who have not been mistaken! This beautiful stretch of sand is below the village Popovići , about 30 kilometres south Dubrovnik .

Getting there is merit: the beach is difficult to access, the path leading along a high cliff... About 200 meters. Good mandatory shoes but turquoise water is widely worth the journey, you will love!

8. Sniježnica Mountain

Well, since you can't choose from the best day trips from Dubrovnik , we did it for you. Mount Sniježnica is a popular destination for walking enthusiasts.

This mountain (pardon, hill rather) offers sumptuous panoramas on the mountains of Herzegovina, the mountain Orjen and even the city Cavtat . It is all Montenegro that unveils once reached the top!

Rest assured, the 1,234 meters are easily climbed and the ascent is at the reach of all!

9. Grotte de Gromačka

What to do during your next stay? Wanderlix offers you one of the best day trips from Dubrovnik. The cave Gromačka was discovered only in 1985 when seeking water sources.

The entrance is particularly spectacular with a salt marsh over 75 meters long! Known for the beauty of its turquoise waters, the cave is also known to contain traces of human feet dating from prehistory and perfectly fossilized. A pure wonder to see absolutely!

10. Kojan Koral

Finally, the Wanderlix team is formal: here is undoubtedly one of the best day trips from Dubrovnik. Kojan Koral , near Konavle , is a center of varied activities to enjoy the natural beauty of this pretty wild region.

In quad, for example, you will cross the field Konavle , the stream Ljuta , marshes and vast plains. Buggy, horse or mountain bike also offer the opportunity to enjoy many ways.

So what are you going to do during your stay in Dubrovnik?