Dubrovnik, Croatia is known as the Jewel of the Adriatic, and with good reason. It's one of the most awe-inspiring ports of call in the world. This medieval walled city, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site, is host to some of the world's most exciting and ancient attractions, including the Onofrio's fountain, the Sponza palace and the Franciscan monastery.
Large cruise ships dock in the nearby Gruz Harbour while some smaller ships may make use of the Old Barbour which is located in the heart of the old city. Once you dock at the Gruz harbour you have three options to get yourself emersed in the heart of the action:
1. Take off by foot and walk back into the town centre.
2. Jump on a local bus which are found just outside the pier gates
3. Flag a taxi from just outside the pier gates
( Note some cruiselines do provide free shuttles into the city )
Once you are in town there are 4 things not to be missed:
1. The Dominican Monastery
2. The Rector's Palace
3. A magical wallk on the great wall for stunning vistas and picture taking opportunities
4. The Fort of St. John Maritime Museum and Aquarium
Regardless of how you get to the Port city of Dubrovnik, Croatia this is one of those places you will fall in love with within the hour, so don't wait start planning your trip to this gem of a city today !!!!!
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