12 Best Things to Do for Couples in Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik’s Most Romantic Places
The choice of things to do for couples in Dubrovnik is wide and varied, which explains why the Croatian resort is ranked among the world’s most romantic destinations. Just the look of the city is beautiful, particularly within the ancient walls of the Old City.
We could quite easily have included exploring the historic streets and walking around the old walls in our list of things for couples to do in Dubrovnik, but that’s a little too obvious. Instead, our list has some more specific suggestions. Given how many of the top romantic attractions are outdoors, we’d suggest avoiding traveling in summer because the heat can be stifling and the crowds distracting – aim to arrive in spring or autumn instead. Check out Dubrovnik’s most romantic places, below.
1. Betina Cave
A secluded beach in a scenic cavern
适合： 情侣/夫妇, 照片, 经济
Betina Cave is a massive cavern in one of the many coves that indent the shore around Dubrovnik. Inaccessible by land, there are plenty of boat trips there or you can rent a kayak and paddle yourself to this comparatively secluded spot. With striking scenery and a sense of isolation despite being less than a kilometer east of Dubrovnik’s Old City, the cave offers a charming little escape for couples.
The tiny pebbly beach has been popular with locals for centuries. It’s in the shade for a lot of the day because of the surrounding rock formations, getting only a couple of hours of sunlight in the mornings.
地址： Ul. Vlaha Bukovca 1, 20000, Dubrovnik, Croatia
Betina Cave
2. St Jakov’s Beach
Dubrovnik’s best ‘secret’ beach
适合： 情侣/夫妇, 照片, 经济, 与众不同
St Jakov’s Beach is a secluded beach at the end of a coastal walk east from Dubrovnik Old City. Variously known as St Jacob’s Beach, St James’ Beach or Plaža Sveti Jakov, the shore here is pebbly sand while the sea is especially clean and vividly blue – well worth taking the 163 steps down the cliff. There are sun loungers and parasols available for rent and there’s a small eatery at the southern end.
Off in the distance, you’ll see the bustling harbor with the mighty Fort St Ivana guarding its entrance. Up on top of the cliff is the St Jakov Church, which gives the beach its name. Old and charming, it’s worth checking out.
地址： Ul. Vlaha Bukovca 14, 20000, Croatia
St Jakov’s Beach
3. Porporela
A quiet part of Dubrovnik’s Old City
适合： 情侣/夫妇, 历史, 照片, 经济
Despite being part of the often-crowded Old City, Porporela somehow remains a fairly isolated, romantic spot. It’s a 19th-century pier that juts out into the sea from Fort St Ivana, forming a protective barrier for the harbor. Right at the end of it is a modern lighthouse – it’s no larger than a lamppost, so it doesn’t disrupt the view.
About 60 meters in length, the pier has a line of benches along its length, all looking out to sea and Lokrum Island. If you’re lucky enough to get a seat, you can enjoy a pleasant sea breeze with the view.
地址： Stajeva ul. 11A, 20000, Croatia
Porporela
4. Konavle
Explore the countryside southeast of Dubrovnik
适合： 情侣/夫妇, 历史, 照片, 经济, 与众不同
Konavle (sometimes Konavli) is a rural region a little way along the coast from Dubrovnik. Reachable by bus from the Old City, Konavle is known for its striking natural beauty, including waterfalls, watermills and canals.
A pleasant place for hiking, horse riding and cycling, highlights include the well-restored Sokol Grad castle, the charming Cavtat Old Town and many spots along the Ljuta River. If exercise isn’t your idea of fun, you can book a scenic train ride through the region.
地址： Konavle, Croatia
Konavle
5. Trsteno Arboretum
Walk around the gardens of King’s Landing
适合： 情侣/夫妇, 历史, 照片
The Trsteno Arboretum (and most of Dubrovnik) will certainly look familiar to fans of the Game of Thrones series. The 15th-century palace grounds were used for filming the many scenes taking place in the gardens of King’s Landing. The beautiful flowers, ponds, sculptures and views are worth the 12-km bus ride northwest from Dubrovnik.
A big part of what makes the gardens especially remarkable is the diversity of the plants grown here. The noble family that once owned the grounds asked ship captains to bring seeds back from far-off lands, resulting in a collection that includes 2 famous Oriental plane trees, one of which is over 50 meters tall.
地址： 20233, Trsteno, Croatia
开放时间 Daily from 7 am to 7 pm
电话： +385 (0)20 751 019
Trsteno Arboretum
6. Lopud Island
The star of the Elaphiti Islands
适合： 情侣/夫妇, 照片
Lopud Island is home to 2 coves, one of which has a small village in it. You can reach the island by taking a ferry that drops you in the small marina at the northern end of Lopud Beach. The beautiful Franciscan monastery overlooking the bay is a sign of the romantic charm to come. As you walk or cycle around the village, you can find many lovely cafés.
If you walk through the hilly interior of the island, past hilltop churches and forts, you get to the quieter cove and Sunj Beach. The secluded sandy beach offers a pleasant escape while still having a good choice of facilities like restaurants and sun loungers.
地址： Lopud, Croatia
Lopud Island
7. Lady Pi-Pi
An outstanding open-air restaurant in the Old City
适合： 情侣/夫妇, 餐饮
The reputation of Lady Pi-Pi as one of the most romantic restaurants in Dubrovnik is exceptional. And that’s no small claim, given the huge choice of atmospheric eateries you can find in the Old City. Its location, at the top of the stairs by the northern wall of the city, gives the place a degree of isolation and a feeling of being away from the crowds. You also get a great view across the famous red rooftops of Dubrovnik’s mighty forts and castles.
The food at Lady Pi-Pi is excellent. The specialties are fish and broils. The one downside is that it’s a small and very popular place – you might have to wait for a seat for some time. However, the service is friendly, which helps make the wait more pleasant.
地址： Palmotićeva ul. 39-27, 20000, Dubrovnik, Croatia
开放时间 April–mid-October: daily from 9 am to 2 pm and from 6 pm to 11 pm
电话： +385 (0)20 321 154
Lady Pi-Pi
8. Lokrum Island
A beautiful nature reserve just a short boat ride away
适合： 情侣/夫妇, 历史, 照片
If you’re a fan of Game of Thrones, you’ll certainly enjoy a day trip to Lokrum Island. Just 600 meters off the coast, the 1.6-km-long island is almost entirely covered by forest, except for some very important sites. The Benedictine Monastery here, aside from being beautiful and historical, played various parts of Qarth in Game of Thrones. There’s also a restaurant, a museum and a replica of the Iron Throne inside.
Other interesting and Instagram-worthy sights on Lokrum Island include The Gardens of Maximilian and the 19th-century Fort Royal, the ruins of a former quarantine zone and a very beautiful botanical garden.
Lokrum Island
9. Café Buza
Outstanding views outside the Old City Walls
适合： 情侣/夫妇, 照片, 餐饮
Café Buza is a pleasant little bar and eatery in a unique location in Dubrovnik. If you read that it’s outside the Old City Walls, you might think that it’s in the extensive newer part of the city. You’d be wrong – it’s precariously perched on the rocks between the walls and the sea. This remarkable setting might mean that it’s a little tricky to find. However, it also gives tremendous views across the Adriatic and Lokrum Island.
Sadly, Café Buza has been a victim of its own success. While it’s rightly considered a must-visit venue, prices are higher than the average by quite a considerable margin, so don’t expect to be rubbing elbows with the locals at this café.
地址： Crijevićeva ul. 9, 20000, Dubrovnik, Croatia
电话： +385 (0)20 323 406
Café Buza
10. Cable car to Mount Srd
The view from the top is stunning
适合： 情侣/夫妇, 照片
Head just outside the Old Town and hop on the Dubrovnik Cable Car for an incredible ride to the peak of the city. It’s quite unusual for somewhere so ancient to have such a modern way to see the sights, but it’s excellent for those whose legs aren’t quite up for the steep climbs.
Enjoy 360° views on the 4-minute journey to the top of Mount Srđ, then take your time soaking up the sights of the Old Town and beyond from up high. There are more than just magnificent views at the top – you can find a souvenir shop and a restaurant boasting exceptional views, too.
地址： Dubrovnik Cable Car, Ulica kralja Petra Krešimira IV, 20000, Dubrovnik, Croatia
开放时间 Daily from 9 am (closing times vary by season)
电话： +385 (0)20 325 393
Cable car to Mount Srd
11. Forest Park Velika and Mala Petka
A country escape west of Dubrovnik Old City
适合： 情侣/夫妇, 照片, 经济
Forest Park Velika and Mala Petka offer a fairly large taste of the countryside without you having to travel too far from Dubrovnik Old City. Called ‘Park šuma Velika i Mala Petka’ in the local language, the park has some very pleasant trails, some paved and others with crushed limestone surfaces.
One trail, in particular, takes you to a peak with great views over the treetops and the rocky coastline. The trail itself is a bit rocky and steep and takes you right to the cliff edge, so sturdy footwear is advisable. There are benches along the way where you can rest and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.
地址： Šetalište Nika i Meda Pucića 17, 20000, Dubrovnik, Croatia
Forest Park Velika and Mala Petka
12. Love Stories Museum
Read tales of love from throughout the ages
适合： 情侣/夫妇, 家庭, 历史
Located close to Dubrovnik’s city walls, the Love Stories Museum is dedicated solely to love and romance – the first of its kind in the world. Adults and older kids can enjoy reading through collections of love stories and seeing displays of sentimental items from all over the world.
There’s even a collection dedicated to romantic TV and film plots, including Game of Thrones. Don’t be put off if you have younger ones with you that won’t appreciate the letters – children under 9 can enter for free and there’s a kids’ room there for them to play in too.
地址： Ul. od Tabakarije 2, 20000, Dubrovnik, Croatia
开放时间 Mondays from 10 am to 4 pm
电话： +385 (0)95 355 5145
Love Stories Museum
本文包含 Go Guides 编辑团队的意见。Hotels.com 好订网对作者出现在本网站上的文章给予补偿；此类补偿可能包括差旅费和其他费用。