13 Best Photo Spots in Dubrovnik, Croatia + Photo Tips
Wondering where the best photo spots in Dubrovnik are? You are in the right place! I will help you discover the most beautiful places in Dubrovnik and make sure you have the best photos to share on your Instagram account.
Dubrovnik is a pearl of the Adriatic Coastline, and you will understand this term as soon as you visit it. The old town is surrounded by massive walls, and the panoramic views are filled with typical orange rooftops.
My guide to the best photo spots in Dubrovnik is going to ensure that you don’t miss a single photo opportunity during your visit! You will also find exact locations, the best time to visit these places, what equipment to use, and many more photography tips.
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1. Walls of Dubrovnik
The Walls of Dubrovnik are hands down one of the most Instagrammable places in Dubrovnik. Once you’re up there, photo opportunities are everywhere. You honestly won’t need much guidance, but there are a few important things to know before visiting.
First, the entrance fee. Visiting the Walls of Dubrovnik is no longer free. During the regular season, from March 1 to November 30, the price for adults is €40. In the off-season, from January 1 to February 28 and from December 1 to December 31, the price drops to €20.
Opening times are another thing to consider. If you love sunrise or sunset photography, this can be disappointing, as the walls open late and close early. I recommend entering about one hour before closing time and staying around 30 minutes after.
This is where I captured some of my favorite photos in Dubrovnik, so despite the high price tag and opening hours, this is still a must-visit.
📍 Location: There are three entrances; I suggest starting near the Church of St. Salvation.
📸 Equipment: A zoom lens works great for views, but if you want photos of yourself, space is limited, and a 35mm is ideal.
☀️ Best time: One hour before closing time.
2. Doors of Dubrovnik West Harbour
This Dubrovnik photo spot is in the West Harbour between the Old Town and Fort Lovrijenac. You can access it via Ul. Skalini dr. Marka Foteza, then follow the small path and stairs down; the photographer should stand near the Orhan restaurant across the harbour.
📍 Location
📸 Equipment: You will need something between 35mm and 50mm to capture the beauty of this place. I tried both, but 35mm gave me better results.
☀️ Best time: You don’t have to stress about waking up early, as this is not a popular spot. A couple of hours before sunset is the best. During sunset, this place becomes very dark, and it’s already too late.
2026 update: this location has been turned into Art Studio GROTTA, but you can still get a cute photo on the stairs.
3. St. Blaise’s Church
St. Blaise’s Church is one of the main attractions of Dubrovnik, so be prepared for a big crowd. It’s a perfect mix between Baroque style and Venetian elegance, which makes it one of the best photo spots in Dubrovnik.
👗 Extra tip: Wear something colorful to pop out in the photo.
📸 Equipment: A wide-angle lens is necessary to capture the full façade and the surrounding square.
☀️ Best time: You will have to give up your beauty sleep and wake up early. Luckily, there are more spots around that you can combine and get amazing Dubrovnik photos on the same morning.
4. Stairs of Old Dubrovnik
Once you enter Old Dubrovnik through the Vrata od Buže gate, you’ll get a beautiful first glimpse over the old town, with endless stone stairs stretching ahead. Since this entrance is always busy, skip the main street and turn right instead, walking toward the restaurant LADY PI-PI.
You’ll find several quiet streets with steep stairs and amazing Dubrovnik views, but this one stands out the most thanks to all the plants and flowers climbing the walls. It feels tucked away and surprisingly calm.
📍 Location
📸 Equipment: I used a 35mm lens, but there’s enough space to play around. A 50mm or more works beautifully here.
☀️ Best time: Anytime during the day works since this spot stays quiet. Late afternoon is ideal when the light softens, and the shadows aren’t too harsh.
5. Large Onofrio’s Fountain and Church of St. Salvation
Another busy Dubrovnik photo spot, but an easy one to combine with other places in the old town. I tried photographing the fountain and the church separately, but neither worked on its own, so I combined them and found a much better angle. I recommend doing the same.
📸 Equipment: Limited space here, so a 35mm lens works best
☀️ Best time: Early morning, but bring your patience as delivery trucks park around the square.
6. Main Street in the Old Town
The main street of Dubrovnik feels completely different depending on the time of day. During the day, it’s busy and chaotic, which honestly wasn’t my favorite. But in the evening, it turns absolutely magical. Morning light is beautiful, but it is packed with delivery trucks.
I actually gave up on photographing this street more than once until I noticed a short window when deliveries were almost finished, and tourists hadn’t arrived yet.
If you’re into long exposure photography, come back in the evening. Right after sunset, the street slows down and has such a great vibe.
📍 Location
📸 Equipment: The street is long, so a zoom lens works well, but since it was still busy, I used a wide-angle lens.
☀️ Best time: That sweet spot after sunrise and before the crowds arrive, or evening for long exposure shots.
7. The Best View of Old Dubrovnik
Old Dubrovnik is stunning, but some of the best views aren’t actually inside the Old Town. To really appreciate the city, it’s worth exploring just beyond the walls, especially if you’re looking for unique viewpoints.
This hidden photo spot in Dubrovnik is located right next to the Doors of Dubrovnik West Harbour. Once you’re above the doors, you’ll spot a bench on your right. Turn left there and walk toward the edge of the cliff.
In summer, the sun sets right behind this spot, creating beautiful golden light and one of the most photogenic views over the Old Town. If you’re chasing sunset photos in Dubrovnik, don’t miss this one.
📍 Location
📸 Equipment: Space is limited, so if you want a full-body shot, a 35mm lens works best.
☀️ Best time: Golden hour, plus, it stays relatively crowd-free.
8. Hidden Corners in Old Dubrovnik
We already talked about the main street of Dubrovnik, but just a few corners away, the city feels completely different. This is where you’ll find quiet streets, small arches, and hidden corners with hardly anyone around.
There’s no need to wake up early for these spots. Only a few pedestrians pass through, and since these streets are quite dark, late morning or late afternoon actually works best. I’ll link the location of the arch, but don’t stop there! Get lost and wander around.
📍 Location
📸 Equipment: A 35mm lens is perfect here, and it’s the lens you’ll use for most of the best photo spots in Dubrovnik.
☀️ Best time: Late morning or late afternoon.
9. The View of the Old Port
I stumbled upon this spot by accident and ended up loving it. Only later did I find out it’s a famous photo spot in Dubrovnik.
From here, you get a beautiful view over Dubrovnik’s Old Port, with historic boats filling the harbor. You can also see the Walls of Dubrovnik, and beyond that, the Adriatic Sea stretching along the coast. It’s a calm spot with plenty to photograph.
📍 Location
📸 Equipment: I used a 125mm lens, but a 35mm works well if you want to capture the entire port.
☀️ Best time: Sunrise for the lights, though it stays uncrowded and works well any time of day.
10. Dubrovnik From the Top
This is, without a doubt, one of the best sunset photo spots in Dubrovnik and easily one of the most beautiful views in the city. After visiting the old town, seeing Dubrovnik from above is truly the cherry on top.
You can reach this viewpoint by cable car or taxi. The exact photo spot is a little farther from the cable car station, but it’s an easy and short walk. Unfortunately, it was quite foggy on the day we went up, but on a clear day, the view is absolutely unreal.
📍 Location
📸 Equipment: A 50mm lens works best here; you need a bit of zoom for that wow effect, but nothing too extreme.
☀️ Best time: Sunset, when Dubrovnik glows from above.
11. Lovrjenac Fortress
From Lovrjenac Fortress, you can capture incredible, almost drone-like views over Dubrovnik, which is why this spot absolutely deserves a place on this list of the best photo spots in Dubrovnik. It works beautifully for landscape photography.
I have to admit that I visited the fortress only because it was free to visit with a ticket to the Walls of Dubrovnik, but I ended up loving this location. Now the entrance costs €5 during the winter season and €15 for the rest of the year.
On top of that, Lovrijenac Fortress is a famous Game of Thrones filming location, making it even more popular. You’ll need about an hour to explore it properly.
📸 Equipment: A 35mm lens will capture the walls and views perfectly.
12. Banje Beach
Banje Beach is one of the most popular beaches in Dubrovnik, mainly because of its unbeatable location just outside the Old Town. From here, you get amazing views of the city walls, Fort Lovrijenac, and Lokrum Island across the water.
It can get very busy during the day, especially in summer, but it’s still a great spot for photos thanks to the contrast between the historic Old Town and the bright blue Adriatic Sea. Early mornings are quieter, while late afternoon brings softer light and a more relaxed vibe.
13. Lopud Island
Lopud is one of the best places to visit near Dubrovnik, it’s very easy to reach, and I can’t recommend it enough. It’s perfect for a beach day, has great seafront restaurants & bars, and feels like a calm escape from the busy Old Town.
Yes, Lopud is a popular day trip from Dubrovnik, and boats come and go throughout the day, but it still feels authentic and surprisingly peaceful, especially around the Franciscan Monastery.
Once you get off the boat, walk along the coastline toward Djordjic Mayneri Park, a beautiful botanical garden. You’ll find plenty of photo opportunities along the way.
–> Elaphite Island Cruise w/ Drinks & Optional Lunch
–> Elaphiti Island Luxury Pirate Ship Cruise
–> Boat Tour to Kolocep, Lopud, & Sipan Islands
–> Private Boat Island Tour
You can also take the public ferry from Dubrovnik and explore it on your own. You can find all the necessary information here.
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Croatia is on my list to visit and your insight to this beautiful place makes me want to go now! Wonderful post and love your images. Thanks for sharing!
Loved the doors of Dubrovnik! It looks epic and surreal to find the actual doors so close to the beach. But others look epic too!
Wonderful places and great photos! Now I want to go to Croatia!
The doors of Dubrovnik look like such a unique place for photos, or ever just a visit!
I am so ready to go to Dubrovnik again! Saving this fabulous list of photo spots!
Aww, thanks! And hopefully you can go back soon 😍
Old Dubrovnik is so flipping beautiful! This is such a great guide for finding the prettiest spots, and I am glad that you gave extra tips about things like bringing along the zoom lens etc.
My fave spots are probably Lopud Island and the views of Dubrovnik from up high!
Right? I was in love as well 😍 And I’m glad you liked it, thank you so much, Josy!
Wow Dubrovnik is utterly picturesque and you have found the most stunning spots. I absolutely can’t wait to visit. I’ve pinned this so I can check them out when I do make it!
I know, right? And it’s easy to find good photo spots in such a beautiful place. Hopefully you can visit soon 😍
Croatia is so beautiful as are your photos. Thank you for the helpful tips!
Aww, thanks! It really was beautiful on every corner 😍
Your collection of dresses are absolutely stunning! Croatia looks so amazing – I can’t wait to get here one day.
Oh, thank you so much 😍 And it really is!
What a beautiful place!!! 😍 I’d love to visit someday and get a picture at the Doors of Dubrovnik. So cool!!
I’m sure you would enjoy Dubrovnik!! Glad you liked it 😍
I am so desperate to visit Dubrovnik and your photos have got me even more excited to go, they’re so beautiful! I particularly love your shot at the Doors of Dubrovnik West Harbour. I can’t wait to get to all these photo spots. Thank you!
Aww, thank you so much! Sounds like someone really needs to plan a trip to Dubrovnik asap haha.
I missed a chance to go to Dubrovnik when I was cruising the Mediterranean. Your photos are convincing me that I need to return and visit the city as well as the rest of Croatia.
Totally! Dubrovnik is very pretty and many cool islands around there as well 😍
Your photos are magical! Can´t believe I´ve missed Doors of Dubrovnik West Harbour once there – such a fairytale location! Thanks for the inspiration
Thank you so much, Anna! Don’t worry, nobody cared about this spot when we were there taking photos, so you are not the only one haha.
Wow, Dubrovnik, Croatia is simply stunning, and I love this list of great photo spots for when I get to visit in person. Love your dresses and hats in the pics, too – so glamorous and colorful! My favorite shot was the one of the Lopud island.
Thank you so much, Jenn! I’m glad you like it and I hope you can visit Dubrovnik very soon ❤️
These pictures are all gorgeous! What a useful guide!
Thank you, Alex ❤️
As always, your photos and photo spots are simply just stunning! Dubrovnik seems like a beautiful place – saving your guide for later for whenever I visit 🙂
Ohh, thank you so much!! You certainly should visit Dubrovnik 😍
It’s never really crossed my mind to visit Croatia but now you’ve got me itching to visit Dubrovnik! I had no idea it was so beautiful! These photo spots are certainly Insta-worthy! I’d love to explore the Doors of Dubrovnik – what a cool place! Thanks for the great guide!
No? Well, I’m glad you discovered something new, because Croatia is absolutely stunning and I’m sure you would like it as well 😍 So kind of you, thank you!!
I’m sure there are lots of stunning locations for photo ops, so this is a great round up of the best recommendations. Dubrovnik is on my list, and had a trip booked and planned in April 2020. Love the photography tips too!
I hope you can still re-plan your trip because Dubrovnik is absolutely amazing! And I’m glad you liked it, thank you so much, Renee ❤️
All of these places are so beautiful. And I absolutely love your dresses. Lovely as always!!
Oh, thank you so much! Glad to read that ❤️
LOVE the Arty Old Town and I LOVE that yellow and pink dress! Your pictures are stunning, as usual. Thank you for sharing these cool photo spots in Croatia.
Oh, so glad to read that! Thank you so much! Dubrovnik is so pretty, it’s very easy to take beautiful photos, haha.
Your photos are always so beautiful! Great photography tips and love the recommendations on the best photo spots in Dubrovnik, Croatia.
Thank you so much, means a lot! I’m glad you like it ❤️
So many beautiful photo spots! I hope I can get there some day to see them in person
I’m sure you would love these spots as well 😍
The next time I visit Europe, Dubronovik is at the top of my list! I’m excited to be able to reference this guide to take some great photos while I’m there. Thank you for sharing!
Glad you like it and hope it helps! Oh, and hope you can visit soon, it’s amazing 😍
Beautiful photos! Croatia is on my bucketlist and I hope to go next year!
Thank you so much 🙂 I hope it works out!
Hoping to visit Dubrovnik next year so definitely saving this! Breathtaking pictures!
Thank you! And fingers crossed 😍
Dubrovnik and Croatia in general are in my bucket list already. Your photos have truly inspired me to make my visit asap. Beautiful photos indeed and yes the color of the dress should stand out or else will get lost in the background. The view of Lovrijenac is totally stunning with those rocks and turquoise water beneath. 🙂
Thank you so much! I’m glad you like it! And sounds like you need to visit Croatia asap haha. I bet you will love it 😍
SOOOO helpful that you post the exact location link to your beautiful photos! I always find photo spots online but never know exactly where they are so thank you!
I have been there as well! This is why I know how important is to share the exact location or direction. Thank you so much!!
These photo spots look amazing, thank you so much for creating this super helpful guide! I can’t wait to visit Dubrovnik! 🙂
I’m so glad you like it! Can’t thank you enough ❤️
beautiful photos – love your red dress! Must return to Dubrovnik, it was Yugoslavia when I went, lol. So it’s been a while.
Oh wow, I bet it has changed a lot since then, so you certainly should go back! Thank you so much 😍
The Doors of Dubrovnik look so otherworldly! These are beautiful and inspirational shots, thanks for sharing!
Oh thank you so much! Glad you liked it ❤️
Wow, so stunningly beautiful! You captured all the key details. I haven’t been to Lopud Island. I would love to see it one day!
Ohh, I highly recommend visiting Lopud Island! And thank you so much 😍
I love the photo of you in front of the doors along the waterfront! What a cool spot! As always, a great list and beautiful photos.
Thank you so much, Susan!
Wow Lasma, another beautiful post! I always learn a lot of photography tips from your articles in this series. Thanks for that! Can’t wait to visit Dubrovnik and visit some of these locations.
Oh, thank you so much, Erica! I love photography, so always happy to share my knowledge and the things that worked for me.. or didn’t, haha.
Wow you got some amazing photos! Doors of Dubrovnik West Harbour is definitely my favourite what a perfect shot! I have never been to Dubrovnik but would love to visit one day.
Thank you so much! And I’m glad you liked it… ironically, it was so easy to take that photo. No one else around waiting or something haha.
We had only one day in Dubrovnik and tried to see so much. But we knew we wanted to go back one day and see more. The water alone would be a draw for us. But your post shows some of the reasons we need to go back! We will definitely head high for the views on a return visit.
One day is very few, I guess you went on a cruise? I would suggest 4-6 days, especially if you want to see the islands 😍
These are hands down my favorite photo spots in Dubrovnik! I love how you explained everything about it and how to get the best photos! Keep doing the great job! I am impatient to see what’s next!
Thank you so much! Back to Italy, so probably more of that to come! ❤️