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Cavtat

Cavtat, Dalmatia, Croatia

Last updated: 24 June, 2023

Expert travel writer: Jane Foster

The pretty waterfront village of Cavtat, founded by the Ancient Greeks in the 6th century BC, is even older than Dubrovnik.

Sitting compact on a small peninsular, Cavtat overlooks a tranquil bay, rimmed by cafes, restaurants and palms. Stroll the tree-lined path around the peninsular to the hilltop Račić Mausoleum, an Art Nouveau white stone monument by Croatia’s best-known sculptor Ivan Meštrović, then return to the rocky shore for a swim and a chilled beer at the Little Star beach bar.

Regular boats run from Dubrovnik’s old harbour to Cavtat’s quayside, offering a chance to escape the busy city and see a slower-paced, small-town version of Croatian life. Sailing back in the late afternoon, past the rocky cliffs, lush pinewoods and pebble coves of the mainland coast, is idyllic.

Logistics

Price: Free

Minimum age: Any

Age suitable: 6+

When: All year around

Getting there & doing it

From Dubrovnik’s old harbour, runs regular boats to Cavtat (journey time 60 minutes), with stops along the way at Srebreno bay and the village of Mlini.

When to do it

Make a day of it – take a mid-morning boat, giving you time for a stroll around the headland, a dip into the shops, lunch and a swim before heading back in the late afternoon.

Because this is basically a tourist service, weekends don’t tend to be any busier than week days.

Who to go with: organised tours

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Private Tour: Cavtat and Konavle Day Trip from Dubrovnik with Lunch

Dubrovnik

Discover the wonders of Dalmatia on this 5-hour private tour of Cavtat and Konavle from Dubrovnik. With a private driver-guide, soak up breathtaking views of Dubrovnik’s UNESCO-listed Old Town and see the sights at the ancient town of Cavtat, before taking in stunning coastal vistas from Sivi Soko viewpoint. Then, travel to the small village of Velji Do in Konavle Valley and enjoy a hearty lunch of tasty Croatian specialties. This private tour ensures you’ll see the best of Cavtat and Konavle Valley while receiving undivided attention from your guide.

Price: €225

Min age: 0

Rating 5 / 5 [3 ratings]

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Cavtat & Konavle District Half Day Private Tour

Dubrovnik

Konavle district is an area of natural beauties and great contrasts. The central part is the richful and fruitful Konavle field that is surrounded by hills to the north and the Adriatic Sea to the South. This tour is imagined as journey into the past where you will see historical and natural beauty of the area and taste some magnificent wines produced by local family Miljas.

Price: €330

Min age: 0

Rating 5 / 5 [4 ratings]

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Dubrovnik Riviera and Cavtat - Shore Tour

Dubrovnik

Visit the best sightseeing spots outside of Dubrovnik Old Town on a half-day tour which takes you to four photo-points in Dubrovnik and to a small coastal town Cavtat. Refresh yourself by the spring of river Ombla, a hidden gem that will instantly charm you with a small cascade coming straight from the mountain, enjoy the breathtaking view over the Old Town from the top of Mt. Srd, visit a Homeland War Museum and take a guided walk through Cavtat. Finish the tour back in Dubrovnik, where you will have a private 1.5 hour walking tour through the Old Town with some optional free time before return transfer back to the port.

Price: $380

Min age: 0

Rating 5 / 5 [3 ratings]

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