Discover hidden medieval tunnels, hear personal war stories, and explore an underground museum on this unique Dubrovnik walking tour.
- Minceta Fortress - Your professionally licensed tour guide will meet you just outside Minčeta fortress. First, we’ll show you the most amazing outdoor basketball court, hidden at the foot of the fort, with a million-dollar view of the red roofs of the Old town! Then, we’ll go inside the fortress and explore the secret defense tunnels from the 15th century. Originally built to protect Dubrovnik from the Ottoman Turks, the tunnels were last used in 1991 as bomb shelters during the war in Croatia.
- Gornji Ugao Tower - Go inside the Gornji ugao tower and discover the 16th century gun foundry. Learn about the process of making cannons and how Dubrovnik once upon a time had its own weapons production.
- Fort Bokar - Explore the amazing fort Bokar with your local guide - check out the 15th century gun holes and learn about how Dubrovnik defended from the enemies! Oh, did we mention that Game of Thrones scenes were also filmed here…?
- Professionally licensed English-speaking tour guide
- Gratuities
- Admission ticket for the City walls that grants you access to Minčeta tower - 35 EUR per person
Escape the crowds and discover a totally different part of the city walls! Explore the secret tunnels of the fort Minčeta with your local guide and learn about 15th century warfare and how Dubrovnik protected from its enemies.
Did you know that the very same tunnels that you’ll see on this tour were actually used as bomb shelters only thirty years ago? Listen to your tour guide’s personal account of the 1991 war in Croatia and how it was like to live in a city under siege. We’ll also take you to a fascinating underground museum of the old foundry where you’ll hear about how cannons were made centuries ago.
Not just that, you’ll go where few people ever go - along the western bulwark and all the way down to Pile gate, high above and away from the crowds! You’ll visit fort Bokar, a 15th century masterpiece of military architecture and hear about the political struggles of the old Dubrovnik Republic. Book this tour if you want a truly unique, and non-touristy experience of Dubrovnik!
- Please be advised of the very steep and uneven stairs! This tour is NOT recommended for individuals with any sort of walking difficulties!
- Most definitely NOT recommended for travelers with walking difficulties!
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
