What is the Dubrovnik Pass?
The Dubrovnik Pass is the city’s official sightseeing card. It bundles free entry to the City Walls, core museums and galleries, and city bus travel, with extra discounts at partner sites—so you spend less time queueing and more time exploring.
Pass durations & options
There are three durations—1-day (24h), 3-day (72h), and 7-day (168h). All versions include the same core sights (City Walls + museums/galleries); longer passes add more bus rides and additional partner discounts.
What’s included with the pass
Core inclusions (highlights):
- City Walls (includes access to Fort Lovrijenac)
- Museums/Galleries such as Rector’s Palace – Cultural-Historical Museum, Maritime Museum, Franciscan Monastery Museum, Natural History Museum, House of Marin Držić, Dulčić–Masle–Pulitika Gallery, Art Gallery Dubrovnik, Archaeological Exhibitions, Pulitika Atelier; Bukovac House in Cavtat appears as an included out-of-town bonus on some listings.
- Public transport on city buses for the period/ride allowance tied to your pass (details below).
Proof Fort Lovrijenac is included the city’s tourism info notes “If you have a City Walls ticket, or a Dubrovnik Pass, you can use it to enter the fortress free of charge.”
What’s not included & common misconceptions
- Cable Car to Mount Srđ – not part of the pass; buy separately or as a combo tour.
- Unlimited buses on multi-day passes – 3-day and 7-day passes have a fixed number of rides (see below), not unlimited.
- Multiple entries – museums/galleries included are single-use per site.
Prices, validity & activation rules
2025 prices: €40 (1-day), €50 (3-day), €60 (7-day). Time counts from first activation (first attraction visit or first bus activation). Children under 7 don’t need a pass.
City Walls stand-alone price (main season): ~€40, so the 1-day pass already equals the Walls price but adds museums and buses—making it the smarter buy for most visitors. (Off-season Walls prices can be lower; check dates if visiting Nov–Feb.)
Where to buy the Dubrovnik Pass
- Official webshop: mobile delivery with QR code.
- On arrival: posters/QR at Dubrovnik Airport link to the webshop.
- In town: many hotels, museums, tourist centers; a Pile-area office also sells it.
How the pass works at entry
Scan the QR code at your first attraction (or when you collect/activate your bus ticket). That moment starts your 24h/72h/168h clock. Entry to each included site is once per location during validity.
Using the pass for the City Walls
Your pass covers City Walls (and Fort Lovrijenac). Start early (cooler, fewer crowds) or late-day for softer light. Popular gates are Pile (west) and Ploče (east); do a full loop clockwise for the harbor and Minceta viewpoints. The pass + early start is the value/crowd-control sweet spot when cruise ships are in port.
Reservations & time-slot requirements (when needed)
City Walls and included museums generally do not require time slots with the pass—walk up, scan, enter. For special exhibitions/festival events, normal event booking rules apply. Always check on-site notices during peak season.
Public transport benefits (if applicable) & how to validate
- 1-day Pass: 24 hours of bus travel from first bus activation.
- 3-day Pass: 6 rides on city buses (validate on first use).
- 7-day Pass: 10 rides on city buses.
Pick up bus tickets at Libertas sales points (Pile, Lapad, Grawe, Mokošica), then tap/validate on board to start the clock for time-based tickets.
Map of included attractions & redemption points
Cluster your day around Stradun/Old Town for Rector’s Palace, Franciscan & Dominican complexes, and City Walls entrances (Pile/Ploče). Fort Lovrijenac sits just outside Pile Gate on the promontory. Libertas Pile kiosk is the handiest pickup for most visitors.
Suggested 1-, 2- & 3-day itineraries to maximize value
1-Day (cruise stop or short stay)
- Morning: City Walls loop → Fort Lovrijenac.
- Midday: Rector’s Palace (Cultural-Historical Museum) → Franciscan Monastery Museum.
- Late: Maritime Museum (cooler indoor) → sunset stroll on Porporela. Use buses for a Lapad dinner run.
2-Days
- Day 1 (as above).
- Day 2: House of Marin Držić → Natural History Museum → Art Gallery Dubrovnik; bus to Babin Kuk beaches or Gruž market.
3-Days (72h pass)
- Add Cavtat—Bukovac House (included on some listings for the pass) and seaside promenade; use your ride allowance efficiently (bus to/from Pile).
Is the Dubrovnik Pass worth it?
- Summer, 1-Day: City Walls ≈ €40; Pass = €40 → the pass ties the Walls price but adds multiple museums + bus travel, so it usually wins even if you only add one museum or a couple of bus rides.
- 3-Day (€50): Do Walls + 2–3 museums and use your 6 rides → excellent value for most visitors staying 2–3 days.
- 7-Day (€60): Best for week-long stays—10 rides + time to see the full museum set at a relaxed pace.
Dubrovnik Pass vs buying individual tickets
- Buy-separate: You’ll purchase Walls + each museum and bus tickets individually (time cost + higher total in most summer scenarios).
- Pass: One payment, fast scan entries, bus travel bundled, and partner discounts (e.g., Lokrum, Summer Festival, Mljet NP).
Dubrovnik Pass vs guided tours & combo tickets
- Guided tours (Walls, GOT, history) give expert context and group access; they don’t usually include the cable car and may require separate Walls tickets if the product is “tour-only.”
- Pass works great alongside tours: use it to enter Walls/Fort and museums; book a targeted GOT or history tour for storytelling.
Tips to avoid queues, heat & cruise-day crowds
- Start by 8–9am (or ~2 hours before sunset).
- Check cruise schedules and flip Walls to late afternoon on heavy ship days.
- Hydrate + hat; the Walls are exposed.
- Use Pile for bus pickup and fastest repositioning.
Families, kids, seniors & accessibility notes
- Under-7s: no pass required; bus travel free with adult.
- Walls include steps/uneven surfaces—plan extra time and shade breaks.
- Museums provide cool indoor time between outdoor segments.
Seasonal considerations (summer festival, shoulder/winter)
- Summer Festival perks/discounts appear among partner benefits.
- Shoulder seasons (Apr–May, Sep–Oct) = nicer temperatures + lighter crowds.
- Winter: Some prices and opening hours change; verify current seasonal pricing when you buy.
Refunds, changes & customer support
The pass is issued by the City of Dubrovnik via the official webshop and local partners. Activation is final once used; refund/changes depend on point-of-sale terms—confirm during checkout. For on-site help or in-person purchases, the TIC Dubrovnik (Pile/Stradun) office can assist.
