Solar-soaked Dubrovnik has tradition in spades – stupendous medieval partitions, fantastically preserved monasteries and palaces, and a complete slew of museums and galleries. Nonetheless it additionally has loads of seashores (most of them fairly small) each near the Outdated City itself and within the surrounding space.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 intensely common, others somewhat 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 among the finest seashores in and round Dubrovnik. When you actually need to beat the crowds, you would additionally be 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.
1. Banje Seashore
Finest for households
Only a hop and a skip from the harbor, this common pebble seaside has gorgeous views of the Outdated City, and loads of services together with eating places and sun-loungers. That is Dubrovnik's principal metropolis seaside, so it's additionally enormously common – that means it's finest to get right here early earlier than it fills up. It's good for households, and within the night transforms right into a vigorous seaside bar and social gathering spot.
How one can get there: Simply stroll alongside from the Ploče Gate previous Lazareti.
2. Sveti Jakov Seashore
Finest native seaside
Just a little well beyond Banje however nonetheless lower than a 25-minute stroll from the Outdated City, this native favourite is about under cliffs and is accessed by a flight of steps main down from the Sveti Jakov Church.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 seaside has sun-loungers for lease, and there's a restaurant, bar, and bogs. Like Banje, it additionally has gorgeous views of the Outdated City.
How one can get there: When you don't really feel like strolling, you possibly can take the 5 or 8 bus from the Outdated City.
3. Copacabana Seashore
Finest for actions
Situated on the northern shore of the Babin kuk peninsula at Seka Bay, the stylish Copacabana is reasonably smaller than its Brazilian namesake – however continues to be a great spot 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 seaside – and there's a restaurant and bar. You may preserve busy right here by renting jet skis right here, getting a therapeutic massage and renting sports activities gear.
How one can get there: Take bus 2a or 6 from Pile.
4. Buza
Finest for swimming
These rocks under the 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), though they're not fairly the (comparatively) hidden gem they as soon as had been . There are a number of small tables with solar umbrellas, served by a small bar, and some concreted areas the place you possibly can attempt to match a towel or simply bounce off into the ocean. The rocks at Buža will not be sheltered, so it's not your best option for youths.
How one can get there: You may solely entry Buža by passing via the opening within the city's partitions.
5. Sulici Bay
This little pebble seaside is correct subsequent to the Pile Gate, sandwiched between the Lovrijenac and Bokar fortresses. However, it's much less busy than Banje and is kind of sheltered, and the water is simply as clear. There are not any services on the seaside, however you'll discover cafes and eating places not a lot additional than a swung towel away.
How one can get there: Simply make your approach to Pile Gate and slip on in.
6. Sunj Seashore
Finest for sand
Šunj is a sandy seaside – one of many only a few within the Dubrovnik space – on the island of Lopud, one of many Elafiti Islands. The water is kind 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 seaside.
How one can get there: You may stroll throughout the island to the seaside from the small city of Lopud, the place the ferry arrives – it's about half-hour on foot, or you possibly can 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.
7. Lokrum
Finest for naturists
The little island of Lokrum, only a 15-minute boat trip from the Outdated City, has a rocky shoreline which makes for some pretty swimming spots. There's additionally a shallow saltwater lake within the heart 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 Useless Sea Lake. The southern a part of the island is a naturist seaside.
How one can get there: Lokrum may be reached by ferry or personal boat.
8. Pasjača Seashore
Finest for peace and quiet
For one thing a bit extra wild and remoted, do that – Pasjača is a slender, pebble seaside which comes with a surprising setting on the base of a sheer cliff, and is accessed by a longish path which tunnels via the rock in locations, and steps . The seaside is definitely man-made, having been created within the Nineteen Fifties, though 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 common lately. There are not any services on the seaside, so take water and meals with you and carry all litter again to the automobile park.
How one can get there: There's no public transport to Pasjača so that you'd must take a automobile or taxi.
9. Veliki žal
Round 30km northwest of Dubrovnik going through the island of Šipan, Veliki žal is a wonderful 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 activities on provide.
How one can get there: Take bus 12, 15 or 21 from Dubrovnik.
