Dubrovnik Cathedral Treasury Tours
Originally built in the 12th century, Dubrovnik Cathedral was destroyed in the 1667 earthquake that struck the city and rebuilt in the baroque style by Italian architects. The cathedral is dedicated to the Assumption of the Virgin Mary, and its treasury contains gold and other artifacts dating to medieval times.
The Basics
Dubrovnik Cathedral is ornate, with a facade of Corinthian columns and a colorful Titian triptych above the main altar. The treasury is filled to the brim with an eccentric collection of bones, limbs of St. Blaise encased in gold, and other relics from the 11th through 18th centuries, as well as many Italian paintings.
Private and small-group walking tours of Dubrovnik visit the Cathedral Treasury. Tours often also stop at other notable places around Dubrovnik’s Old Town, including Sponza Palace, Onofrio’s Fountain, the ancient city walls, Fort Revelin, and more.
Things to Know Before You Go
How to Get There
The Cathedral Treasury is in Dubrovnik’s pedestrianized Old Town, so is accessible only on foot—though you can take a taxi to the Old Town. To simplify your visit, choose a tour that includes transportation to the Old City.
When to Get There
Dubrovnik Cathedral Treasury is open to the public every day, except during Mass. Opening hours vary depending on the day and the season. For example, the cathedral closes at mid-day on summer weekdays, and opens later on weekends and holidays. No matter the day or season, arrive earlier to beat the crowds.
The Reliquaries
The varied and eclectic reliquaries in the Dubrovnik Cathedral Treasury span centuries. Many are shaped like the relics they contain, with head-shaped reliquaries holding skulls, arm-shaped reliquaries holding arm bones, and so on. Also contained in the Treasury is a fragment of what is said to be the True Cross.
The Basics
Dubrovnik Cathedral is ornate, with a facade of Corinthian columns and a colorful Titian triptych above the main altar. The treasury is filled to the brim with an eccentric collection of bones, limbs of St. Blaise encased in gold, and other relics from the 11th through 18th centuries, as well as many Italian paintings.
Private and small-group walking tours of Dubrovnik visit the Cathedral Treasury. Tours often also stop at other notable places around Dubrovnik’s Old Town, including Sponza Palace, Onofrio’s Fountain, the ancient city walls, Fort Revelin, and more.
Things to Know Before You Go
- The Dubrovnik Cathedral Treasury is a must-visit for history buffs.
- Photography is not allowed inside the treasury.
- Wear comfortable shoes to explore the cathedral and surrounding area.
- The treasury is accessible to wheelchair users.
How to Get There
The Cathedral Treasury is in Dubrovnik’s pedestrianized Old Town, so is accessible only on foot—though you can take a taxi to the Old Town. To simplify your visit, choose a tour that includes transportation to the Old City.
When to Get There
Dubrovnik Cathedral Treasury is open to the public every day, except during Mass. Opening hours vary depending on the day and the season. For example, the cathedral closes at mid-day on summer weekdays, and opens later on weekends and holidays. No matter the day or season, arrive earlier to beat the crowds.
The Reliquaries
The varied and eclectic reliquaries in the Dubrovnik Cathedral Treasury span centuries. Many are shaped like the relics they contain, with head-shaped reliquaries holding skulls, arm-shaped reliquaries holding arm bones, and so on. Also contained in the Treasury is a fragment of what is said to be the True Cross.
Address: Držićeva poljana, Dubrovnik, Dalmatia, Croatia 20000, Croatia
Admission: Cathedral: Free; Treasury: 25 HRK
5 Tours and Activities to Experience Dubrovnik Cathedral Treasury
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Dubrovnik Old Town Walking Tour
First-timers, even third timers, should not miss this info-packed walking tour of Dubrovnik. Stroll the limestone-covered streets of Old Town, or Stari Grad, with a knowledgeable guide learning the secrets behind the palaces and plazas, cloisters, and cathedrals. Start the tour in the morning, the best time of day to walk the streets of the city. Go from the clock tower to the Assumption Cathedral, traversing the entire Old Town while learning about the history of the place.
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Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Dubrovnik Super Saver: Old Town Walking Tour plus Sea Kayak and Snorkeling
Combine city sightseeing with a sea kayaking and snorkeling experience on this full-day Dubrovnik Super Saver that saves you 10 percent! Begin the day with a casual walking tour of the city’s UNESCO-World-Heritage-listed Old Town, strolling down the limestone-paved Stradun, the widest street in city of narrow lanes, as well as ancient churches and monasteries. Then, hop in a kayak and do some paddling in the azure-colored Adriatic, heading over to the leafy island of Lokrum. This tour is limited to no more than 20 people.
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Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Experience Dubrovnik Walking Tour
Depart Dubrovnik with a sense of history and a deeper knowledge of the place with this guided walking tour of the city. Start at Pile Gate and head down the famed limestone-clad street, Stradun, stopping along the way at key points to learn about the Franciscan Monastery, the Sponza Palace, the Rector's Palace and the cathedral, among other sites. Learn about the Serb shelling that took place here in 1991 and see the incredible medieval walls that surround the Old Town.
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Dalmatian Coast in One Day: Dubrovnik, Konavle Valley and Cavtat Private Tour
Dubrovnik is not called the 'Jewel of the Adriatic' for nothing. This full-day guided tour of Dubrovnik and its surroundings starts by weaving through the limestone-paved streets of the ancient Stari Grad, or Old Town, a UNESCO-listed gem. See the main sighs such as the Rector's Palace and the Assumption Cathedral. After, get an unforgettable view of the Old Town from Mt Srđ and then sample some locally made wine and edible Dalmatian specialties in the Konavle Valley. Finally, finish the tour in Cavtat and relax on its harbor which has been the site of parked boats for two millennia.
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$252.55
Price varies by group size
Face masks provided for travelers
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Dubrovnik City Private Tour: Panorama of Republic of Ragusa
Get an insider's view of Dubrovnik with this informative and entertaining walking tour. After getting picked up at your hotel, make your way to Old Town, as the guide points out landmarks of interest along the way. Begin the walking tour at Pile Gate and then meander down the 'wide' limestone-clad street, Stradun, Old Town's version of Broadway, stopping at the Franciscan Monastery, the city cathedral and Rector's Palace, among others, to learn about the history of each spot.
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From
$119.97
Price varies by group size
Face masks provided for travelers
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Gear/equipment sanitized between use
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