St. John’s Fortress (Fort St. Ivana) Tours and Activities

Save hard-earned vacation time in Dubrovnik by prebooking admission to the Old Town’s city walls—a must for first-time visitors. Choose your preferred day to visit when you book, and when it’s time, walk a full or partial circuit of the ramparts at your own pace. Along the way, admire the panoramic views, and inspect the walls’ medieval battlements, towers, and forts to delve deeper into their history.

Spend a morning discovering Dubrovnik’s crowing jewels — its medieval walls and UNESCO World Heritage–listed Old Town — on this 3-hour walking tour. Stroll along the Stradun, the Old Town’s main promenade, topped and tailed by Orlando’s Column and Onofrio's Fountain. Take in ancient landmarks such as the Franciscan Monastery and the Church of St Blaise before deviating down side streets lined with shops, restaurants and further architectural delights. Then, cap your tour with a walk along the city walls for sweeping views of the Adriatic Sea.

After disembarking from your ship in Dubrovnik, take this exciting shore excursion to the 12th-century city walls of the ‘Pearl of the Adriatic.’ See this stunning UNESCO World Heritage site from above, as you traverse the walls with a knowledgeable local guide. Learn about the fascinating history of Dubrovnik and how the walls have stood the test of time.

Dubrovnik’s medieval walls are a must-visit, but an aimless wander along their length won’t do them justice. This interesting 2-hour walking tour reveals their history while rewarding you with stunning panoramas over Dubrovnik’s red rooftops and the Adriatic Sea. Stroll the full circuit of the ramparts with a guide and stop to see the forts, towers and bastions that punctuate the walls along the way.

You can learn more as you explore the centuries-old Walls Of Dubrovnik with this guided tour showcasing the history of the must-see Croatian landmark. After paying the entry fee, you can follow your guide on a history-packed walking tour. You can learn about the construction of Revelin Fortress, visit Lovrijenac Fort and Fort Bokar, and enjoy views across the harbor to Lokrum Island.

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.

Journey through the centuries of history on a self guided audio tour of this breathtaking city where you’ll hear the tales of war, conflict and the political struggles that Dubrovnik has endured, including the last siege during the Homeland War from the early 1990s. Despite all the hardships from the past, the city still stands strong and proud and offers visitors breathtaking views and scenes that will leave a big impression all on their own. Highlights include: - The panoramic views of the old city and the clear blue Adriatic sea - The Fort of St Lawrence and the legend about its beginnings - The story of the catastrophic Big Earthquake 1667 - St John Fort and the maritime endeavours of Dubrovnik - Minčeta Tower, the symbol of the city's independence - The siege of Dubrovnik 1991-1992