A holiday in Dubrovnik with fun day trips

The summer season is here, and hotels in Dubrovnik are ready for their guests who come here to relax and enjoy this magnificent city. There is an array of things to see and do, and plenty of trips to the surrounding islands and other interesting places. Join us as we run through the most intriguing locations, and then book your stay in Dubrovnik.

The Island of Lokrum and the Elaphiti Islands

The Island of Lokrum - a nature reserve and botanical gardens - is the perfect choice for an unforgettable day trip. From bathing in the Dead Sea, a mini lake linked with the open sea, sunbathing on the rocks on the outer side of the island, or taking walks in the botanical gardens, to climbing Fort Royal on the island’s peak, where you can enjoy a beautiful panoramic view of the open sea and Dubrovnik’s old city centre, your holiday will be filled with incredible experiences. The island can be reached by a short boat ride from the harbour in the old city centre. But don’t forget the old local saying: one mustn’t take anything from the island or spend the night there! Apart from Lokrum, there are plenty of interesting trips to the Elaphiti Islands: Lopud, Koločep and Šipan. Intriguing islands with stunning nature, magnificent beaches, a world-class gastronomic offer and hospitable locals guarantee time well spent. Be sure to find out about the day trips on offer for an unforgettable holiday in Dubrovnik.

Trsteno Arboretum and Mljet National Park

Trsteno Arboretum, a place of unique natural and cultural heritage, is situated no more than 15 kilometres from Dubrovnik. Strolling round the charming gardens, you can observe the diverse natural vegetation, forest and greenery, as well as a fountain, aqueducts and the summer house belonging to the Gučetić-Gozze family, who owned the land on which the arboretum was built in 1494. Enjoy the magnificent nature, stroll in the shade of the palm trees and lush greenery and take incredible photos at a unique vantage point with a view of the crystal-clear Adriatic Sea and the surrounding islands. Travelling on to the Pelješac peninsula, take the ferry to visit the island of Mljet, one of Croatia’s eight national parks. This island is known for its natural beauty, deep forest shade and saltwater lakes, which are extremely popular with tourists. Explore the lakes by taking a relaxing walk or bicycle ride and stop to swim in beautiful locations and secluded spots. Apart from saltwater lakes, the island of Mljet features stunning beaches (such as the sandy beach of Limuni), the remnants of a Roman palace in the village of Polače, and Odysseus’ Cave, which reflects a beautiful turquoise light at a certain time of the day.

The island of Mljet can be reached by catamaran from Gruž Harbour in Dubrovnik, so don’t miss out on visiting this destination during your stay in the south of Croatia. If you still haven’t found a place to stay, it’s time to book one of our last-minute offers in Dubrovnik, start the car or book your flight, and visit one of the world’s most beautiful destinations.