Dubrovnik History Tours: Our Top 14

1.Dubrovnik Old Town History Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,684 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $24Our pick

Meet by the red umbrella at Large Onofrio’s Fountain for a 90-minute English walking tour through Dubrovnik’s Old Town. A local guide leads you along Stradun to the Franciscan Monastery, Rector’s Palace, Cathedral, harbor, and Orlando Column, adding stories about Ragusa, religion, trade, war, and daily life.

“Sara was a wonderful guide springing personal stories in with the history facts about Dubrovnik.you could tell that she loved her city and her job. The 90 minutes flew by!”

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2.Dubrovnik: Ancient City Walls & Wars Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,270 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $30

Meet near Pile Gate and walk Dubrovnik’s limestone Old Town before tackling its 2-kilometer city walls. Guides such as Davor, Goran, Andrea, and Mara explain the republic’s battles, diplomacy, forts, and recent war. The tour lasts about two hours, runs in English, and requires a separate wall ticket.

“Be prepared to climb a lot of steps. The guide gave us a lot of information and kept it simple and interesting.”

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3.Dubrovnik Combo: Old Town & Ancient City Walls

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,019 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $52

Spend about 3.5 hours with a licensed English-speaking guide exploring Dubrovnik’s Old Town and full city-wall circuit. Guides such as Goran, Mara, and Antun explain local history, wartime stories, architecture, and daily life. Expect many steps, a separate €40 wall ticket, headsets for groups of four or more, and fine Adriatic views.

“If you’re going during the peak summer season, go early. If the temperature gets warm, this tour gets very, very hot.”

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4.Game of Thrones & History of Dubrovnik Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 628 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $30

Meet by Dubrovnik’s Large Onofrio Fountain and follow a local English-speaking guide through Pile Gate, Kolorina Bay, the West Harbour, and Old Town filming sites. Expect a lively mix of Game of Thrones scenes, Croatian history, filming anecdotes, and views, with guides such as Ivan, Bruno, Daniela, Josip, and Milka leading different departures.

“Tour guide was good fun and very passionate about Dubrovnik. Had lots of insightful information about the filmimg of Games of Thrones. Definitely recommend”

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5.Dubrovnik: Old Town History Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 474 reviews · 1h 30m · from $20

Walk Dubrovnik’s Old Town for 90 minutes with an English-speaking guide such as Boris, Ivana, Kim, or Josip. Hear stories of the Republic, shipbuilding, quarantine, local life, and war while seeing Pile Gate, Stradun, Sponza Palace, the Cathedral, Rector’s Palace, and the Old Port. Expect cobbles, stairs, sun, and plenty of practical tips.

“Ivana was cheerful and informative guide. Hvala puno. Cista deset!”

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6.Dubrovnik Old Town: Small-Group Walking Tour With A Local

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 123 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (approx.) · from $34

Walk Dubrovnik’s Old Town for 90 minutes to two hours with a local guide such as Marko, Marco, or Lucy. Visit the harbor, Rector’s Palace, Stradun, churches, palaces, and the old city gates. The group is capped at eight, and the guide adds local stories, trivia, legends, and practical tips. Entrance fees are not included.

“Marko was a fantastic guide. Very knowledgeable with lots of intriguing information about the history of Dubrovnik and daily life in the old town. A good mixture between the serious and humorous. Very engaging and happy to answer our many questions. The tour was at an easy pace. Nothing was rushed. Two hours very well spent. Thank you Marko”

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7.Dubrovnik Jewish Heritage Private Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 121 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Walk Dubrovnik’s Old Town with Vesna, a local historian who shares the story of the city’s Jewish community from 1324 onward. You’ll visit the historic synagogue and Jewish Museum, then trace former Jewish streets and sites. The private two-hour tour is offered in English for up to eight people, with a flexible approach that suits families and history-minded visitors.

“We had a lovely and informative tour with Vesna. I highly recommend her to anyone. She was very organized and communicative.”

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8.Dubrovnik: Game of Thrones and History Small Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 76 reviews · 2 hours · from $29

Join local guide Hrvoje Gustin for a two-hour English walking tour through Dubrovnik’s Old Town and West Harbour. You’ll visit Game of Thrones filming sites, the Jesuit Stairs, Cathedral, Rector’s Palace, and the Iron Throne, while learning about Ragusa, the 1667 earthquake, and the 1991 war. Groups are capped at eight.

“Hrvoje is a great tour guide, and his knowledge of Dubrovnik and GOT is fantastic. If you require a small group walking tour around the busy streets of Dubrovnik, then this is for you 👍”

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9.Dubrovnik: Game of Thrones & History Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 72 reviews · 1h 30m · from $29

Follow the route from Onofrio’s Fountain through Pile Park, the West Harbour, Stradun, the Jesuit Stairs, Rector’s Palace, and Sponza Palace. Your English-speaking guide connects King’s Landing scenes with Dubrovnik’s past, using A4 episode photos to show how locations appeared on screen. Guides have included Ivan, Milka, Karmen, Jelena, and others.

“Awesome tour! Ivan was a great tour guide, kept it interested but informative at the same time. Definitely recommend!”

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10.Dubrovnik Old Town: Night tour with History, Wine & Bites

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 59 reviews · 2 hours · from $82

Walk Dubrovnik’s Old Town with guides such as Daniela, Lara, or Barbara, hearing stories at Pile Gate, Stradun, Onofrio’s Fountain, and Rector’s Palace. Finish at a local wine bar with two Croatian wines, cheese, prosciutto, olives, olive oil, and bread. The evening timing keeps you cooler and leaves you with useful tips for the rest of your stay.

“Daniela was very friendly and knowledgeable. A great, fun evening! Thank you! 🤩”

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11.Dubrovnik History and Game of Thrones Locations Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 49 reviews · 1h 30m

Meet by the blue umbrella at Pile Square for a private 90-minute walk through Dubrovnik’s filming sites and historic lanes. Your guide uses scene screenshots to connect the real city with King’s Landing, from the Walk of Shame route to Jesuit Stairs. Tours are offered in English, Spanish, German, or French.

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12.Dubrovnik: Historical Tour with Game of thrones details

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 43 reviews · from $34

Meet Dorotea or Tea at Ploče Gate for a two-hour English walking tour through Dubrovnik’s Old Town. Learn how the Dubrovnik Republic grew wealthy, see major Game of Thrones locations, hear filming stories, and get help with photos and local tips. Groups are limited to six people.

“Dorotea was an amazing tour guide. Her tour is combination of Dubrovnik history and Game of Thrones. She is prepared to show you what the scene looked like during GOT. Her tour groups are small which means that you can hear everything. I was only one booked and she still conducted the tour. Recommend that you book with Dorotea!”

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13.Dubrovnik: Small-Group Guided Old Town History Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 37 reviews · 1h 30m · from $21

Walk Dubrovnik with guides such as Petra, Indira, and Dubravka, following Stradun from Pile Gate to the Old City Harbour. You’ll see Onofrio’s Fountain, the Franciscan Monastery, the Cathedral, Jesuit Stairs, and Orlando’s Column. The tour stays outdoors, so bring sun protection and do not expect entry to the walls or churches.

“Indira was an excellent guide. Very knowledgeable and personable. She answered all our questions. We didn't have to go up and down too many steps which was very much appreciated.”

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14.Dubrovnik Old Town: Easy paced and accessible History tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 20 reviews · from $16Best value

Take a 1.5-hour, English-language walk through Dubrovnik Old Town at an easy pace. Guides such as Nino, Pero, and Frano explain local history, customs, architecture, and daily life while avoiding stairs. See the fountain, Stradun, port, cathedral, palaces, and fortresses for $16 per person.

“Nino was an exceptional tour guide and his knowledge was impressive and delivered in a friendly approachable fashion, excellent English and highly enjoyable experience. Willing to make adjustments if needed, however we just wanted a more leisurely pace and this tour ticked all the box”s. At the end of the tour he was happy to chat and advise on places to eat; destinations etc., there was only us 2 on the tour and we certainly got our moneys worth!”

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