Orlando's Column (Orlandov Stup) Tours
Standing on Luza Square among some of Dubrovnik’s most impressive architecture, including St Blaise Church and the lovely Sponza Palace with its appealing mixture of Gothic and Renaissance architecture, Orlando's Column (Orlandov Stup) was erected in 1418 at what remains the political and social heart of the city. Here public meetings and executions were held on the small stone platform guarded by wrought-iron railings that tops the column. The stone carvings adorning the four sides of the column were created by master craftsman Antun Dubrovcanin and represent the heroic knight Orlando, who was the nephew of Frankish Emperor Charlemagne; according to legend he was credited with saving Dubrovnik from Saracen pirates in the eighth century and here he is depicted surrounded by figures of minstrels and balladeers. As well as the length of Orlando’s arm becoming a common measurement in the city, the column has come to represent the freedom of Dubrovnik and the white flag of the Republic always flies above it on public occasions, including the opening of the annual Dubrovnik Summer Festival in July.
Practical Info
Luza Square, Dubrovnik. Open 24/7 and free to all; best accessed on foot in the pedestrianized Old Town.
Address: Luza Square, Dubrovnik, Dalmatia, Croatia 20000, Croatia
12 Tours and Activities to Experience Orlando's Column (Orlandov Stup)
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Dubrovnik 1-Hour Discovery Walking Tour
Explore 16th-century history on Croatia’s Dalmatian Coast on this walking tour of Dubrovnik. Follow your guide on a tour through Dubrovnik’s ancient streets and gain insight into the city’s colorful past. Discover top sites of interest including Onofrio's Fountains and the Franciscan St. Saviour Church. Head to the Old Port, and learn of the city’s trading and maritime endeavors. During your tour, explore Croatia’s rich folklore, and hear tales of ancient legend concerning Sponza Palace and Orlando's Column.
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$14.54
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$14.54
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
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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$21.79
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$21.79
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Dubrovnik Combo: Cable Car Ride to Mount Srd and Old Town Tour
Get the most out of your stay in Dubrovnik by booking this comprehensive combo out. First ascend via cable car Mt Srđ, the craggy mountain that towers over the city, for jaw-dropping views of the walled medieval town. Then, head back down and go on a guided walking tour of Dubrovnik, strolling its limestone-blanketed streets and learning about the history of some of its most famous landmarks from St Onofrio’s Fountain to the Cathedral of the Assumption.
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$51.05
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$51.05
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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$59.71
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$59.71
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Old Town Sights & History - Small Group Tour
This tour will show you the Old Town through the eyes of a local - all our guides are locals of Dubrovnik and all of us are very passionate about the history of our city. It's not just showing you around and sharing intriguing stories, it's about fully immersing into the life of Dubrovnik people, today and centuries ago! Some of us grew up inside the walls and will gladly show you where we used to play as kids; you'll get to see interesting details and experience Dubrovnik in a whole new way. Think of this not only as a tour but also as a walk with a friendly local. We want this tour to be a personable experience for all our guests - we guarantee small groups. There will never be more than eight guests per guide. We want you to make the most of this, get to know the city, its history and your local guide!
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$29.08
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$29.08
Taking safety measures
Old town tour
Only by booking with Tour guide Dubrovnik you are able to learn, not only the historical part of tour and general info about the monuments, but also you will get a crash course of Croatian language, food, mores etc. This info is provided using modern technology, which means more pictures and videos, not only talking. To best of our knowledge, there is no other guide or walking tours agency in Dubrovnik which has this kind of service.
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$24.72
Price varies by group size
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$24.72
Price varies by group size
Dubrovnik Self-Guided Audio Tour
Independent travelers can explore Dubrovnik at their own pace on a self-guided audio tour of the Old City. While guided tours can be constricting and require you to arrange your schedule to suit a group, this easy-to-download map and mp3 file audio guide make it effortless to get started on your own. While listening, you can learn details about the city that you would likely miss without the audio guide.
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$16.16
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$16.16
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Dubrovnik Old Town Private Walking Tour
Exploring Dubrovnik Old Town without a guide may mean you miss out on important highlights and their backstories. This private walking tour ensures you cover all the UNESCO-listed city's must-sees, get your bearings, and glean the background you want with a guide who's dedicated solely to you. Stroll the marble-paved Stradun, take in the Rector’s Palace, Cathedral, Onofrio Fountain, and more, and get the full picture on Dubrovnik’s history as a major medieval power.
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$131.13
per group
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$131.13
per group
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff
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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$22.42
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$22.42
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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$118.28
Price varies by group size
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$118.28
Price varies by group size
Face masks provided for travelers
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Dubrovnik Early Bird Walking Tour
Get out early and see Old Town Dubrovnik without the crowds that pack the historic streets later in the day. Most visitors to Old Town only see it filled with tourists, but by joining an early bird tour you can fit in more attractions and take unmarred photos of the landmarks. Plus, a guided tour gets you oriented so you can make the most of your day.
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$19.39
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$19.39
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Private 2-hour Walking Tour through the Old Town of Dubrovnik
In this short walking tour through the Old Town of Dubrovnik, our official private guide will take you through marble streets lost among labyrinths, also having the chance to see the beautiful palaces and majestic walls.
In the Old Town of Dubrovnik, you will be able to visit different palaces and middle class residences, as well as monasteries and temples. With the fantastic tales from your guide, you will feel transported to the Middle Ages. You could even climb the walls and admire a beautiful view of the sea and the city.
During this private tour you will visit:
- Luza Square
- Orlando's Column
- Sponza Palace
- The Big Onofrio Fountain
- The Clock Tower
- Rector's Palace
- Assumption Palace
- and much more!
At the end of the tour, your private guide will drop you off in a central place of Dubrovnik.
- SAVE COVID-19 SAFE - As this is a private tour we take care of maintaining social distance
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$121.17
Price varies by group size
From
$121.17
Price varies by group size
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
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