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Dubrovnik in 1 Day: The Perfect One-Day Itinerary

Only have one day in Dubrovnik? You can still walk the walls, explore the old town and ride the cable car. Here is how to spend one perfect day in Dubrovnik — plus the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Walk the city walls
  2. 2Old town & Stradun
  3. 3Cable car to Mount Srđ
  4. 4Sunset views

Morning: the city walls

Start early walking the medieval city walls for the rooftop and sea views before the heat.

Midday: the old town

Explore the Stradun, the palaces and churches, with a Game of Thrones or history walk.

Evening: the cable car

Ride the cable car up Mount Srđ for a sunset panorama over the city.

Dubrovnik in 1 day — FAQ

Can you see Dubrovnik in one day?
Yes — you can walk the city walls, explore the old town and ride the cable car up Mount Srđ in a day; start the walls early to beat the heat and crowds.
What is the best one-day Dubrovnik tour?
A guided city walls and old town walk, paired with the cable car at sunset, is the most rewarding way to see Dubrovnik in a day.
How much does one day in Dubrovnik cost?
Budget roughly €50–€90 per person for the city walls ticket, a guided walk and the cable car.