Port guide · Croatia

Dubrovnik cruise port

A waterfront arrival at Gruž and a separate journey to the stone streets of the Old City.

Mediterranean itineraries

Port layout: Gruž harbour outside the walled Old City [1]
Can I walk?: Yes from Gruž if you are comfortable with a longer city walk [1]
Best first move: Check whether your ship is at Gruž and where the return pickup is before choosing a walk, bus or ship shuttle.

Port essentials

The Port of Dubrovnik places its passenger port in Gruž, away from the walled Old City. Photos of the old harbour show the destination, not the Gruž cruise berth. [1]

Best first move

Check whether your ship is at Gruž and where the return pickup is before choosing a walk, bus or ship shuttle.

On foot

Can I walk?

Yes from Gruž if you are comfortable with a longer city walk. A local bus, taxi or confirmed shuttle can suit a shorter visit or limited mobility. Varies by sailing [1]

Ashore

Transport options

Walking from Gruž: Use the port’s Old City directions and save the exit you used. Consider a transfer in one direction if walking both ways would use much of your visit. Check before you go [1]
Bus or ship shuttle: Check the current local bus route and stop. A ship shuttle may have a different pickup point, so confirm its return location separately. Check before you go [1]
Taxi: Specify Gruž cruise port and the ship or berth on return. Ask about the Old City drop-off before leaving the harbour. Check before you go [1]

Arrival

Terminals and docking

Gruž passenger port: This is the port area covered by the port authority’s directions to the Old City. Follow your assigned berth and gate. Varies by sailing [1]
Old City arrival: Confirm the gate or street where your transport drops you so you can retrace it. Varies by sailing [1]

Time ashore

Enjoy your time ashore

Choose one anchor for your visit, then add a second stop if your return plan allows.

Stradun

The broad limestone street known as Stradun or Placa runs through the historic centre. [2][3]

On a port day Use it to orient yourself before exploring smaller streets and courtyards.
City Walls

Dubrovnik’s fortifications trace the edge of the Old City above the Adriatic. [2][3]

On a port day Check access and consider the stairs, exposure and time you need for the ride back to Gruž.

Back on board

Getting back to the ship

Return to the pickup used by your own service. Leave time for traffic near the Old City, the ride to Gruž and the final walk to the berth. Work back from your ship’s all-aboard time. Departure is the scheduled time the ship leaves.

All aboard is your deadline to return. Departure is when the ship is scheduled to leave.