Ready for a jam-packed tour, full of history, culture, stories, and sights? Checkmark from your travel bucket list all your must-sees of Dubrovnik, because if there’s a Withlocals tour that shows you all the city's ins and outs, it’s this complete and personalized tour of Dubrovnik.
Destination
Dubrovnik, Croatia
Category
City Highlight Tours
Duration
5 hours
Transport mode
Walking tour
Available languages
English, Hrvatski, Deutsch, Español, Italiano
Included
Private guide
1 Local snack or drink
Public transport
All Withlocals tours are carbon neutral
Excluded
Entrance tickets
6 reasons to book this tour
All the must-see sights & highlights
Tons of local insights & hidden gems
Take your time to discover Dubrovnik
Can be 100% personalized to your wishes
Connect with your local private host
Inspiring stories on the city’s history & culture
What you can expect
If you're wondering how to get a broader picture of Dubrovnik, you only need this private city tour and a knowledgeable city expert by your side! Go to the city's must-sees and cover more ground on this extended city tour of Dubrovnik. See the essentials and learn what makes Dubrovnik such a fascinating place, from the most interesting landmarks to hidden gems, local food recommendations, and inspiring stories.
Get to know Dubrovnik like the back of your hand and let your local host give you a more in-depth understanding of the city. Check out Rector’s Palace, The Old Harbor, and Pile Gate, and many more highlights that your host has in store for you. Embrace the local culture as you get orientated with the city, thanks to the incredible insights, stories, and recommendations of the local host of your choice.
What makes this tour more attractive is each one of the hosts available will show you their city. Depending on the host, your tour will vary according to their expertise and passion, of course, also taking into consideration your interests and requests, making it a more personal and fulfilling experience. The best way to discover Dubrovnik in just one day!
After this complete Dubrovnik tour, you can enjoy the rest of your stay going further, off the beaten path, and taking in the local culture. So, why not a food tour or an evening experience? Now that you know everything about Dubrovnik, it's time for you to enjoy it away from the touristy spots!
Any questions? Pick your favorite local and go ahead, ask them about anything that pops into your mind. Get all the answers you need for the perfect Dubrovnik trip. Locals always know best. Did you know that this private tour can be personalized? Yes! Get in touch with your local host, and they'll make your wishes come true.
Choose your local
Get to know these 5 passionate locals, each bringing unique perspectives and talents. Choose your favorite, check their availability, and book to create an unforgettable adventure tailored to you.
Vesna
The Joyful Bookworm
4.937 reviews
English
Deša
The Medieval Explorer
5.01 review
English・Hrvatski
Marko
Dubrovnik native, telling stories of the city
5.016 reviews
English・Hrvatski・Deutsch
Romana
Extroverted and Easygoing Local
5.011 reviews
English・Español・Hrvatski・Italiano
Jadranka
Local Insider & Storyteller
4.833 reviews
English・Hrvatski
This is the plan
Check out the plan below to see what you'll get up to with your local host. Feel free to personalize this offer with the host of your choice.
Meeting point
Meet at In front of Hard Rock Cafe Dubrovnik - Dubrovnik to start your journey
Itinerary
This is what our experience could look like, but it’s not set in stone! Once you book, you can chat directly with your host to make small tweaks to suit your preferences.
City Highlights
See Rector’s Palace, The Old Harbor, Pile Gate, and more must-sees of the city. Your local host will take you to the main spots of the city so you can get the perfect overview to what makes Dubrovnik so special
Hidden Gems
long the way, your local host will show you treasures hidden in plain sight that only the locals know about. Get to know the city through a different perspective, the local way, and discover places and stories that not many tourists get to experience
Special Treat
Follow your host to one of their favorite eateries for a snack or a drink beloved by the locals. Take a break and catch up with your new local friend and get the answers to all your travel questions
More Things to See
With more time, you’ll have the chance to enter some of the landmarks and attractions your host has planned for you. Get in touch with the host of your choice to hear more about their plan
Make it yours
Want to tweak the itinerary? Book directly & chat afterwards with your host to adjust highlights, skip stops, or make small changes to fit your preferences.
Book risk-free: Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund.
Need something special? Personalize your experience for more time, alternative locations or a completely tailored plan.
Flexible cancellation policy
Feel confident booking
Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund. Even up to 7 days before your experience, you’ll receive a refund, minus the service fee.
Change of plans?
Reschedule your experience to a date and time that works best for you.
Loved by travelers worldwide
Simple and flexible – your plans, your way.
Reviews from guests
Terry🇬🇧 United Kingdom
(About local )
3 April 2025
We spent five hours on a tour of the old town with Marko. His knowledge, passion, enthusiasm and humour meant that it passed by in what seemed like only two hours. If you are having a tour through With Locals ask them to ‘get Marko’ you will not be disappointed and you will visit things that you would never see wandering around on your own. A Great old town tour
Eelco🇳🇱 Netherlands
(About local )
19 April 2025
Really very, very nice tour. Lot of info and insights. Great tour.
Mel🇬🇧 United Kingdom
(About local )
15 April 2025
Marko is a wonderful guide. Our group ranged from ages 6 to 69 and he had something for everyone. Having grown up locally, Marko is both passionate and knowledgeable with about the Old Town. He was able to answer all of our questions and customize the tour to follow our interests. Highly recommend. Wonderful guide!
Sam🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
11 April 2025
We had a wonderful tour with Marko learning about Dubrovnik’s history and culture. He is very knowledgeable and did a great job helping us discover the old city. He shared many insights and recommendations for us to explore on our own. He has a great personality and our time with him flew by. Highly recommend Marko for your tour in Dubrovnik!Great tour with Marko!
Jayne🇬🇧 United Kingdom
(About local )
8 April 2025
Marko made the whole experience worthwhile. His suggestions and local knowledge ensured we got to see the best of Dubrovnik.
It was a pleasure to have seen it through his eyes. He communicated prior to us meeting through WhatsApp and ensured he covered all of the things we wanted to do and see. He even used his own car to transport us around, which was spotlessly clean. An added touch was the thoughtful bottle of water he provided for us and he also treated us to refreshments halfway through the tour.
I would definitely book Marko again if I went back to Dubrovnik.Dubrovnik with Marko
Monica
(About local )
8 April 2025
“Romana was a great hostess for our first night in Dubrovnik! She took us to a few incredible spots and introduced us to some tasty + unique beverages. We loved the local feel of the tour. At each stop, Romana sprinkled a little bit ‘extra’ into the experience (correct pronunciation of challenging words, getting to know local pub owners/employees, historical tidbits not commonly discussed, etc). We highly recommend booking her for a private tour - it was so much fun!!”Wonderful experience
Stefan
(About local )
8 April 2025
“The wine tasting and street food tour is a great experience, not just for the excellent wine and cheese to start, but also for the opportunity to sit and chat with a local, being able to ask any questions. The evening was fun, we learned quite a bit about Dubrovnik itself and its development of the tourist industry in the last few years. It wasn't just a dry lecture, it was a fun conversation where Romana was very open about different cultural aspects, giving advice on how to further plan the holiday and just general smalltalk. While the main streets are quite busy in the evening, the wine bar and the street food shop werent too crowded and still allowed for a decent conversation without having to shout to get over the noise. Overall would definitely recommend the tour to get a more personal view and experience in dubrovnik.”Local experience
Lidia
(About local )
4 April 2025
I organised this tour for 2 for my partner's birthday. I chose Vesna based on previous reviews.
Vesna not only gave a superb tour, but was able to answer our many questions about what we were seeing and history of recent happenings in history.
I asked Vesna to direct us to a bakery but she surpassed this by taking us to an excellent restaurant for bubbles and choice and cake.
The ferries were not running due to bad weather so Vesna organised a wonderful chauffeur driven car instead. Hvala Vesna! Knowledgeable and adaptable guide
Thomas
(About local )
30 March 2025
We had only a day and a half in Dubrovnik and needed someone to give us an overview upon which we could make the most of our time in the city. Marko more than filled that need. Born and raised in the city, with a passion for its history, culture, and arts, we spent three hours learning our way around the city and identifying places for further exploration on our own in the time we had left. Marko's English is top notch, and he was careful to pace the time to our needs and interests, fielding questions along the way and giving clear answers as he did. Communication with him was clear, and we met in a spot easy to find. You will not find a better guide for this city that holds so much history and exemplifies the qualities that make Croatia such a great place to visit!Perfect Guide for a Complex City
Manuela
(About local )
16 March 2025
“EXCELLENT TOUR! HIGHLY RECOMMANDABLE! Romana is a lovely and charming young tourist guide. I want to thank her for her excellent storytelling and for her effort to make the tour so special and magical by taking me to non-touristic and not so crowded hidden places. I was amazed and I will recommend this tour for sure! I also loved the visit of the authentic little shop with homemade sweets, spices and marmelades! In the end I felt like I made new friends in Dubrovnik and that's what it is all about.”Excellent experience
francinedelacour
(About local )
15 March 2025
Marko was absolutely brilliant! His local knowledge of the history of the Old Town was outstanding.
He brought so much passion and insight to the whole experience.
I would highly recommend Marko as a guide as he will truly provide you with a great experience and everything you need to know about the incredible history behind the city.
I will be returning to Dubrovnik later in the year and will definitely use Marko as my guide.Exceptional tour guide
Brian
(About local )
2 March 2025
“Romana was very kind and accommodating our group, booking us on the same day. She is very knowledgeable, blending historical elements with recent bits of pop culture. Romana was so sweet and came up with different things to engage/distract our little ones (7 and 5 year olds). The carob muffins were tasty for both young and grown ups. Thanks again for being a great host!”Amazing kid friendly experience!
Melissa
(About local )
19 February 2025
“Romana is so knowledgeable about Dubrovnik. As a local who grew up here and who does so many other tours in town as well she really did share a whole lot about hidden gems and what to do while in town. Great way to start my trip! Thank you!”Great experience!
Susan
(About local )
1 February 2025
Marco was an excellent tour guide who speaks flawless English. We learned lots about Dubrovnik history and about modern Dubrovnik. Marco answered all our questions and gave us pointers on food and craft beer. When he found out that some of the group are Game of Thrones fans, he told us about the filming in the city.
I highly recommend Marco as a tour guide.Marko an excelent guide
Silvia
(About local )
30 January 2025
Marko is a very personable, energetic and super knowledgeable guide. He tailors your tour to your wishes. You cannot go wrong hiring him. We had a wonderful time. He even treated us to coffee, ice cream and pastries. Just hire him. You will have a great experience. SilviaMarko is a very personable, energetic and super knowledgeable guide
Jennifer
(About local )
26 January 2025
Marko was fabulous. He was extremely knowledgeable. His ability to blend humor with some of the history of Dubrovnik and lokrum island was tremendous. I would highly recommend.Marko was fabulous
Lizzie
(About local )
15 January 2025
“I cannot recommend Romana highly enough! She is the friendliest and loveliest tour guide we have ever had! It was such a wonderful tour being shown Dubrovnik from a local, she showed us hidden gems and gave us excellent advice from food recommendations to tourist information. She recommended excellent restaurants to eat at and took us to a local shop (which we would have never found by ourselves) where we had some local cuisine and coffee which was delicious, we even bought t-shirts from her fathers shop which was great value and a lovely reminder of our trip. This was the highlight of our trip and exceeded expectations. I highly recommend Romana’s tour as it made our stay in Dubrovnik so much more than the few tourist things you think of doing. Thank you Romana for a lovely day!”Amazing tour!
Rachel
(About local )
8 January 2025
What an amazing tour guide! My husband and I and our two teens enjoyed this private tour so much. Marko is a great communicator, punctual, thoughtful and welcoming. The love he has for his home of Dubrovnik truly shines. He is knowledgeable, personable and entertaining. we highly recommend taking his tour!What an amazing tour guide!
Monica
(About local )
26 December 2024
“Romana was a great hostess for our first night in Dubrovnik! She took us to a few incredible spots and introduced us to some tasty + unique beverages. We loved the local feel of the tour. At each stop, Romana sprinkled a little bit ‘extra’ into the experience (correct pronunciation of challenging words, getting to know local pub owners/employees, historical tidbits not commonly discussed, etc). We highly recommend booking her for a private tour - it was so much fun!!”Wonderful experience
Tina
(About local )
5 December 2024
We had such a great time with Marko!
He was so knowledgeable and passionate about Croatian history
We had one member of our group with an injured leg and he made accommodations for him.
We learned so much but also had a nice ice cream break in the middle of the tour
This really is a MUST DO tour if you are coming to CroatiaWe had such a great time with Marko!
Cindy🇨🇦 Canada
(About local )
27 November 2024
Our flight to Dubrovnik was delayed but Vesna did her absolute best to accommodate our schedule. Vesna was personable, knowledgeable and gracious. She gave us an excellent tour of Dubrovnik which provided a first hand account of the war in 1991. Prior to that time, we really had not known that much about it. It was truly fascinating, if not heartbreaking. We all enjoyed the tour very much and highly recommend it, if you are into history.Amazing Vesna!
Jane
(About local )
10 November 2024
We couldn't have asked for a better introduction to Dubrovnik than we received with Marko I. He was personable with a sense of humor and extremely well informed. There were four of us and he met everyone's questions with in depth answers. He was flexible and met all of our needs. He even gave us restaurant recommendations which were excellent. There was no request too little. You would be lucky to have him as your guide.There was no request too little
Mary
(About local )
31 October 2024
As a Dubrovnik native, Marko was incredibly knowledgeable about Croatia, the city and its history. He told us remarkable and personal stories about the 1991-92 war and its effect on Croatia.
He was flexible so that he easily tailored the tour to meet our needs. Besides Dubrovnik (and yes Game of Throne scenes), we went to Mount Srd for scenic views and Lokrum, a beautiful bio-diverse island. His tour was especially great for us since we had limited time in the Dubrovnik area. I highly recommend Marko!Marko was incredibly knowledgeable about Croatia, the city and its history
Jennifer
(About local )
28 October 2024
What a fantastic day! Marko is very knowledgeable and passionate about his hometown of Dubrovnik. We toured the whole of old town as well as walked the distance of the wall. So beautiful. Then we took a ferry to the island of Lokrum for more beautiful views. We very much enjoyed our day and mainly due to Marko as such a great guideMarko is very knowledgeable and passionate about his hometown of Dubrovnik
Anne
(About local )
24 October 2024
Our guest had a wonderful solo tour and thoroughly enjoyed spending time with Marko. He was very personable, knowledgeable and made her feel very comfortable.
Our guest was so involved with this tour, she was surprised with her maintained energy level! It was a very pleasant experience. We highly recommend Marko.We highly recommend Marko.
Tori
(About local )
14 October 2024
Vesna was an Amazing guide
We came away with an Authentic experience of learning about Dubrovnik and its history. I highly recommend this to anyone who wants to learn more about where you have travelled to .
Vesna was a Beautiful soul who shares part of herself with you
Thank you 🙏 10
Shelby🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
13 October 2024
We absolutely adored this tour and regret not having more cash on hand to tip Vesna. She is an extremely knowledgeable and passionate guide with local insights that you couldn’t find on any other tour. We loved learning about the dark history of Dubrovnik and recommend this tour for anyone interested in crime, punishment and morbid things!! Amazing tour & wonderful, clever host!
Kerstin🇩🇪 Germany
(About local )
12 October 2024
Jadranka hat uns sehr nett und freundlich durch die Altstadt geführt, dabei geschichtliche Hintergründe erzählt aber auch viele lustige Geschichten. Uns hat der der erste Überblick über die Stadt mit ihr viel Spaß gemacht. Dazu hat sie uns noch ein paar tolle Tipps für Restaurants gegeben. Vielen Dank JadrankaFröhlicher Spaziergang durch Dubrovnik
Camile
(About local )
11 October 2024
Marco exceeded our expectations. He lead us through Dubrovnik with great history, funny stories and patience. Our large group of 14 was grateful for the transportation from our cruise port to the city gates. Marco helped us shop, arranged for a tour of Lokrum island. He arranged for a lovely lunch at the only restaurant on the island and took us through ruins and botanical gardens. We enjoyed swimming on the island and cliff jumping into the clear waters. We enthusiastically recommend Marco.Marco exceeded our expectations
John
(About local )
3 October 2024
Vesna was magnificent. So much knowledge and so many stories. It was a pleasure walking the old town with someone so well versed in local history.
The tour was based on crime and punishment during the Middle Ages. Told with some humor and some tragedy. Her forte is being able to blend the bleak with the amusing.
Vesna answered all questions, historical or not.
We can recommend a walk with this amazing woman.
Off beat and fascinating
Andrea
(About local )
2 October 2024
Jardanka showed us Dubrovnik old town in a way that we could appreciate her town without being overwhelmed with history. She pointed out the less obvious things around old town away from the crowds. Her recommendations lead us to explore Lokrum island the following day which is a gem especially if you want to get away from the crowds and hike around the island. Thank you!Nice mix of history and fun titbits
Kelly🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
28 September 2024
Our tour with Vesna was one of the highlights of our time in Croatia. She grew up inside the walls of Dubrovnik—a true local in a seemingly fairytale place. Her description of how her family lived during the war moved me to tears, and left us with images of what life inside the walls was really like. This tour was unique as it combined the old history of the city with its more recent history. We ended our tour with a much greater appreciation for the place. We spent much of our trip trying to learn more about the war. Vesna is such a genuine, lovely person. She was so generous in sharing her very personal stories with us. We felt lucky and grateful to have met her and learned from her. I wish we could have spent the whole day wandering Dubrovnik with Vesna.Book a tour with Vesna!!
Allyson🇦🇺 Australia
(About local )
15 August 2024
Vesna gave us a very objective view of the Homeland war. And her own living experience gave us a realistic view of the politics and the day to day difficulties during that time. As well as describing the ancient history. We were both extremely impressed by her knowledge and delivery and she answered all our questions very comprehensively. We would highly recommend a tour with Vesna. Outstanding insight on Dubrovnik
Ayyapankave🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
22 July 2024
Relaxed n friendly..
Brooke
(About local )
5 July 2024
We really appreciated taking the back roads through Dubrovnik -- discovering hidden spots, hearing personal anecdotes and learning about the Croatian laganini approach to life. Jadranka was kind, thoughtful, informative and truly enhanced our experience of the incredible city of Dubrovnik and beyond.Hidden Gems
Jeri🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
12 June 2024
Jadranka showed us a side of oldtown Dubrovnik we never would have found on our own. She was so friendly and knew her history. Our group of four enjoyed this tour very much. Like being with a friend!
Jennifer🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
11 June 2024
Jadranka was everything you want in a local guide. We enjoyed watching her interactions with several local residents, and loved how kindly she spoke with them, and how they obviously adored her. I mentioned to her that one of our party needed a slower pace, and she accommodated this request with grace and patience. All of us really enjoyed the food and the ambiance of the restaurants she took us to, but her personality was what we all remarked on afterwards. As for knowledge of the city and the food, she had all the answers to our questions, and great stories that will remain in our memories for years. Croatia with a friend!
Jessika🇨🇭 Switzerland
(About local )
17 April 2024
I chose to combine Visna‘s Medieval and War tours. She is a walking encyclopaedia of Dubrovnik and told me many quirky, funny and dark stories but my favourite parts of the tour were the most unique of all; her stories of the war. She lived (and still lives!) in Dubrovnik‘s old town during the war and has many inspirational, sad and heartwarming stories to tell. As if that wasn’t enough, she is also absolutely delightful, so warm and personable. You are in very good hands when you book with Visna!!See Dubrovnik through Visna‘s eyes!
lauren🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
19 October 2023
We had the most wonderful tour of Dubrovnik with Jadranka! She is incredibly knowledgeable, shared locations and history of the city, and graciously answered all of our questions!
Jadranka really listened to our goals for the trip and her advice on restaurants and places to visit after the tour was invaluable! We would recommend her highly to anyone who wants to learn more about the city and people of Dubrovnik.An absolute delight!
Peggy🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
14 October 2023
We are deeply appreciative of the time we got to spend learning about Yugoslavia’s complicated history. Vesna has encyclopedic knowledge as a historian and she tells the story in such a way that I will never forget it. We stood in the front of her house as she and her family watched in horror as the tanks on the hill above began to shell the treasure that is Dubrovnik’s beautiful old streets…that was just one of many stories she told us. We studied her maps, asked questions and came away from our time together having a far deeper understanding of Yugoslavia from its beginnings to present day. I recommend Vesna without reservation.Insights and deep knowledge from Vesna
Pat🇨🇦 Canada
(About local )
13 October 2023
Don’t hesitate to book with Vesna. She will take you down the small streets away from the crowds. You will learn about the politics of the region and the recent war. She will also tell you a little of the lifestyle of the inhabitants. Since she has always lived in Dubrovnik she has many stories to share about life there. She also knows her wine!
We had a very enjoyable 3 hours with Vesna and really appreciated her sense of humour.
A Walk Through History
COLIN🇬🇧 United Kingdom
(About local )
11 October 2023
Can not recommend this tour enough 😁 Jadranka was great company and gave a real sense of her love for the city , please don't just think about it , Book it !Great
Sarah🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
11 September 2023
Our tour with Jadranka was our third tour in our 3 days in Dubrovnik, and she made sure we were seeing new things and not repeating information from the other tour guides. She kept to the theme of the tour which was showing us hidden gems of the city. I wish we had done her tour on our first day so that we could have put the information to good use. She is knowledgeable and sweet and we had a great time with her. Great tour
Samantha🇬🇧 United Kingdom
(About local )
8 September 2023
Vesna was an amazing and informative guide who shared with us first hand experiences of living in Old Town Dubrovnik, this made our trip. As did her knowledge and history of the city. Vesna showed us off the beaten track streets and inscriptions on monks walls which brought the culture and history to life. We thouroughly recommend Vesna's tour 👍Fantastic Tour
Beth🇨🇦 Canada
(About local )
27 August 2023
Vesna was truly knowledgeable. Having been one of the few individuals who comes from generations living in Dubrovnik. She was personable and knowledgeable. Truly one of the better tour guides I’ve had in a while. She geared it to all ages.
We highly recommend her!A wonderful experience!
Susan🇬🇧 United Kingdom
(About local )
30 July 2023
We had a very pleasant and fun walking tour with Jadranka this week in Dubrovnik. Walking with a local guide not only allows you to be taken to extra special places you might miss on your own and stories not written in a guide book. Jadranka was also super helpful with much information about the surrounding area and what and what not to do which was most appreciated. We would highly recommend!Secrets of the Old City
Meryl🇬🇧 United Kingdom
(About local )
24 July 2023
Jadranka was great, she started by ascertaining what sort of things were of interest to us and at what pace we wanted to do the tour. Jadranka showed us some really interesting places, she is very knowledgeable and has a lovely nature and a sense of humour. Thanks so much Jadranka 👍🙏Personalised Dubrovnik Tour
Kristin🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
14 July 2023
We loved our evening out with Jadranka. She was very informed and interesting on every topic we asked about. We wanted the evening tour but with lots of history and she adapted our tour accordingly. We would highly recommend her!Friendly, informative, flexible guide!
Darilyn🇭🇷 Croatia
(About local )
11 June 2023
Jadranka was very knowledgeable and honest. She listened to what we wanted our experience to be and tailored the tour. We wandered throughout thr city enjoying the history and sights. Her English was amazing and great energy. She helped to figure out the rest of our sightseeing in the time we had with her tips. She was also available after the tour to answer questions. Highly recommend. Thank you!Simply The Best
Luke🇲🇪 Montenegro
(About local )
7 June 2023
Jadranka was a wonderful guide who knew all about the history of Dubrovnik and the surrounding region. She was a captivating and interesting storyteller who taught us a lot about Dubrovnik. She was also very friendly, and we had great conversation with her about general topics and how Croats live today. We highly recommend booking with Jadranka!Friendly, knowledgeable local
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