Dubrovnik’s haunted history comes alive on the captivating "Ghosts and Mysteries Walking Tour." As darkness falls, this intimate experience guides guests through the city’s enchanting locations, unveiling chilling tales of wraiths, executions, and curses. With a knowledgeable local leading the way, participants can expect to uncover the shadowy secrets that lurk within Dubrovnik’s picturesque streets and parks. For those seeking a unique perspective on the city’s darker past, this 105-minute tour promises to thrill and intrigue. The only question that remains is whether one’s nerves are strong enough to face the ghosts that still linger in the ancient city.
Good To Know
- This 105-minute walking tour explores the haunted history and dark folklore of Dubrovnik, including visits to Boninovo and Gradac Park.
- Tour provides panoramic views of the old town at night and insights into local wraiths, executions, and curses.
- Tour is limited to 10 participants and is conducted in English by a live guide.
- Comfortable shoes are recommended, and the tour is not suitable for wheelchair users due to moderate walking.
- Tour offers a unique perspective on the darker historical aspects of Dubrovnik and has received positive customer feedback.
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Tour Overview
The Dubrovnik Ghosts and Mysteries Walking Tour is a 105-minute activity that takes participants on an intriguing exploration of the city’s haunted history and folklore.
Priced at $30.44 per person, the tour is limited to 10 participants and is conducted in English by a live guide. Guests can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
The tour includes visits to Boninovo, home to Dubrovnik’s main cemetery, and Gradac Park, known for its dark stories and legends.
Participants will also enjoy panoramic views of the old town during the evening and escape the busy streets for a more tranquil experience.
Activity Highlights
A captivating experience awaits participants on the Dubrovnik Ghosts and Mysteries Walking Tour. The 105-minute excursion showcases the city’s haunted history and folklore, starting at the love locks spot near Boninovo.
Explorers will venture through the eerie Gradac Park, learning about wraiths, executions, and curses that have plagued the area. Along the way, they’ll enjoy panoramic views of the old town at night, escaping the busy streets for a more tranquil atmosphere.
The tour culminates near the Pile gate, leaving guests with a deeper appreciation for Dubrovnik’s dark and captivating past.
Tour Route Explored
Participants begin the Dubrovnik Ghosts and Mysteries Walking Tour near the love locks spot in Boninovo, the city’s main cemetery.
The tour then ventures into Gradac Park, known for its dark stories and legends. Along the way, the guide shares captivating tales of wraiths, executions, and curses that have haunted the area.
The route also provides panoramic views of the old town during the evening, allowing participants to escape the busy streets for a more tranquil experience.
The tour concludes at the Old City near the Pile gate, leaving participants with a deeper appreciation for Dubrovnik’s haunted history and folklore.
- Discover haunted history and folklore
- Walk through Gradac Park, hearing spooky stories
- Enjoy panoramic views of the old town at night
- End the tour at the historic Old City near Pile gate
Participant Information
Visitors meet up for the Dubrovnik Ghosts and Mysteries Walking Tour at the love locks fence in Boninovo, just a short distance from the city’s main cemetery.
The tour isn’t suitable for wheelchair users, as it involves moderate walking. Comfortable shoes are recommended, as the route takes participants through various parts of the city, including the tranquil Gradac Park.
The tour is limited to 10 participants and is conducted in English by a live guide. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours in advance, allowing for flexibility.
Customer Testimonials
Glowing customer reviews highlight the tour’s captivating narratives and well-curated route. Reviewers praise the knowledgeable and humorous guide, who brings the haunted history and folklore of Dubrovnik to life.
The tour is lauded as a great way to explore different parts of the city, with the perfect balance of spookiness:
- "Really enjoyable tour, knowledgeable and humorous guide." – Anthony, United Kingdom
- "Great way to see different parts of Dubrovnik, perfect amount of spooky." – Catherine, United Kingdom
- "Captivating stories, well-thought-out route." – Ekaterina, Denmark
Accessibility and Recommendations
The tour isn’t suitable for wheelchair users, as moderate walking is involved throughout the experience.
Participants are recommended to wear comfortable shoes, as the route takes them through various terrains, including hills and uneven surfaces.
The meeting point is located near the love locks fence at Boninovo, and the tour concludes at the Old City near the Pile gate.
While the tour may not be accessible for all, it offers a unique and captivating way to explore the darker side of Dubrovnik’s history and folklore, with a knowledgeable guide leading the way through the city’s haunted streets and parks.
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Booking and Cancellation
To book the Dubrovnik Ghosts and Mysteries Walking Tour, customers can reserve their spot now and pay later. The tour is available for 105 minutes and costs $30.44 per person. Group size is limited to 10 participants, and the tour is conducted in English with a live guide.
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Customers can take advantage of free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
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The meeting point is at Boninovo, near the love locks fence, on Ulica Branitelja Dubrovnika.
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The tour isn’t suitable for wheelchair users, and moderate walking is involved, so comfortable shoes are recommended.
With an overall rating of 5/5 based on 19 reviews, the tour offers a captivating exploration of Dubrovnik’s haunted history and folklore.
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The Sum Up
The Dubrovnik: Ghosts and Mysteries Walking Tour offers a unique and immersive experience for those interested in the city’s haunted history. With a knowledgeable guide, guests will uncover chilling tales and explore enchanting locations, all while enjoying panoramic views of the old town at night. This intimate tour is perfect for those seeking a spooky and unforgettable perspective on Dubrovnik’s darker past.