Solar-soaked Dubrovnik has tradition in spades – stupendous medieval partitions, fantastically preserved monasteries and palaces, and an entire slew of museums and galleries. Nevertheless it additionally has loads of seashores (most of them fairly small) each near the outdated city itself and within the surrounding space. A few of these are very well-known and very standard, others a little bit extra distant and nicely hidden.
Whether or not you’re after a refreshing dip or a spot to lounge by the water’s edge with a cocktail, learn on and uncover a few of the greatest seashores in and round Dubrovnik. Should you actually need to beat the crowds, you might additionally be a part of a kayak tour and paddle off to one of many swimming spots much less simply accessible on foot or on wheels, such because the rocky coast of the close by Elafiti Islands.
Banje Seashore
Only a hop and a skip from the harbor, this standard pebble seashore has beautiful views of the outdated city, and loads of services together with eating places and sun-loungers. That is Dubrovnik’s most important metropolis seashore, so it’s additionally enormously standard – which means it’s greatest to get right here early earlier than it fills up. It’s good for households, and within the night transforms right into a vigorous seashore bar and celebration spot. Simply stroll alongside from the Ploče Gate previous Lazareti.
Sveti Jakov Seashore
Somewhat well past Banje however nonetheless lower than a 25-minute stroll from the outdated city, this native favourite is about under cliffs and is accessed by a flight of steps main down from the Sveti Jakov Church. The alluring stretch of shingle and pebble seashore has sun-loungers for lease, and there’s a restaurant, bar, and bathrooms. Like Banje, it additionally has beautiful views of the outdated city. Should you don’t really feel like strolling, you’ll be able to take bus 5 or 8 from the outdated city.
Copacabana Seashore
Situated on the northern shore of the Babin kuk peninsula at Seka Bay, the stylish Copacabana is moderately smaller than its Brazilian namesake – however continues to be a great place for a swim, sunbathing and having fun with that requisite cocktail. You’ll discover a small armada of white sun-loungers and cabanas, and a delicate arc of pebble seashore – and there’s a restaurant and bar. Take bus 2a or 6 from Pile.
Buža
These rocks under town partitions, accessed by a doorway off ulica od Margarite, are one thing of an iconic spot for swimming and sunbathing (or sipping a drink or two), although they’re not fairly the (comparatively) hidden gem they as soon as have been. There are a number of small tables with solar umbrellas, served by a small bar, and some concreted areas the place you’ll be able to attempt to match a towel or simply bounce off into the ocean. The rocks at Buža aren’t sheltered, so it’s not the only option for teenagers.
Šulići Bay
This little pebble seashore is correct subsequent to the Pile Gate, sandwiched between the Lovrijenac and Bokar fortresses. However it’s much less busy than Banje, and is sort of sheltered, and the water is simply as clear. There are not any services on the seashore, however you’ll discover cafes and eating places not a lot additional than a swung towel away.
Šunj Seashore
Šunj is a sandy seashore – one of many only a few within the Dubrovnik space – on the island of Lopud, one of many Elafiti Islands. The water is sort of shallow, making it a incredible place for households. You’ll discover sun-loungers for rent, and there’s a restaurant set within the woods simply behind the seashore. You possibly can stroll throughout the island to the seashore from the small city of Lopud, the place the ferry arrives – it’s about half-hour on foot, or you’ll be able to take a trip in one of many taxis (learn: golf carts) which ply the route. Jadrolinija runs ferries to Lopud from Dubrovnik a number of occasions a day.
Lokrum
The little island of Lokrum, only a 15-minute boat trip from the outdated city, has a rocky shoreline which makes for some beautiful swimming spots. There’s additionally a shallow saltwater lake within the centre of the island, in order for you one thing rather less rugged and rocky – the excessive salt content material has earned it the nickname of the Lifeless Sea Lake. The southern a part of the island is a naturist seashore.
Pasjača Seashore
For one thing a bit extra wild and remoted, do that – Pasjača is a slender, pebble seashore which comes with a surprising setting on the base of a sheer cliff, and is accessed by a longish path which tunnels by way of the rock in locations, and steps. The seashore is definitely man-made, having been created within the Nineteen Fifties, although you’d by no means guess it. Pasjača lies out previous Cavtat and Dubrovnik airport, a superb 30km from Dubrovnik close to the village of Popovići – however is nicely well worth the effort of getting there, and has turn out to be more and more standard lately. There are not any services on the seashore, so take water and meals with you and carry all litter again to the automobile park.
Veliki žal
Round 30km northwest of Dubrovnik going through the island of Šipan, Veliki žal is a good looking stretch of stones and pebbles backed by a slender band of greenery, slightly below the Jadranska magistrala (the primary coastal freeway, D8). It’s a good selection for households, and is rather less busy than the seashores near Dubrovnik itself. There’s a small bar and restaurant, and some water-sports on provide. Take bus 12, 15 or 21 from Dubrovnik.
