If you're visiting Dubrovnik's City Walls, you’ll choose between a standalone City Walls ticket and the official Dubrovnik Pass.
This guide explains what each option includes and which one fits your travel style.
The Baseline: Both Tickets Include the Same 3 Fortifications
Both the City Walls ticket and Dubrovnik Pass include access to the same three sites:
1. Main City Walls Loop
The 1.9-kilometer stone wall circuit around Dubrovnik’s Old Town, offering panoramic views of the city and sea.
Read Walls Guide →2. Fort Lovrijenac
A medieval fortress on a rocky cliff just outside the western Old Town walls, overlooking the Adriatic Sea.
Read Fortress Guide →3. Western Outer Wall (Predziđe)
A hidden lower defensive route between Minčeta Tower and Bokar Fortress, with medieval tunnels and the Foundry Museum.
Read Route Guide →Note: Since Fort Lovrijenac and the Western Outer Wall are included in the standard ticket, you do not need a Dubrovnik Pass just to visit them.
What Actually Changes Between Ticket and Pass
Valid: 3 Days (72h)
Price: €40
City Walls, Fort Lovrijenac, and Western Outer Wall. No museums or public transport.
Best for: visitors who only want the City Walls and fortifications without museums or public transport.
Buy Official Ticket ↗Valid: 1 Day (24h)
Price: €40
Same fortifications plus museums, 24 hours of public transport, and partner discounts.
Best for: cruise passengers, day-trippers, or visitors trying to see Dubrovnik's highlights in a single day.
Buy Official Pass ↗Valid: 3 Days (72h)
Price: €50
Same fortifications plus museums, 72 hours of public transport, and partner discounts.
Best for: most visitors spending 2–4 days in Dubrovnik who want the best balance of value and flexibility.
Buy Official Pass ↗Valid: 7 Days (168h)
Price: €60
Same fortifications plus museums, 168 hours of public transport, and expanded partner discounts.
Best for: stays of 5+ days or a Lokrum Island trip, where the ferry discount nearly covers the €10 upgrade from the 3-Day Pass.
Buy Official Pass ↗Included Museums & Attractions
Explore the 11 cultural sites included with the Dubrovnik Pass. Use the map to see where they're located or open any attraction directly in Google Maps.
🔒 Universal Rule: One Entry Per Site
All attractions included with the City Walls ticket or Dubrovnik Pass can be entered only once. This applies to the City Walls, Fort Lovrijenac, Western Outer Wall, and included museums. Re-entry after exit is not permitted.
☀️ Important in Summer
The City Walls involve steep climbs and exposed stone paths with little shade. In peak summer months, completing everything in a single day can feel physically demanding, especially with a 1-Day Pass itinerary.
To view optimal time windows, seasonal breakdowns, and strategies for avoiding the midday heat, see our guide:
Best Time to Visit the City Walls →💡 The 3-Day Pass Advantage
For only €10 more than the 1-Day Pass, you get an extra 48 hours to spread the fortifications, museums, and public transport across separate days instead of forcing everything into one exhausting window.
Crucial Pass Validity & Timing Nuances
If you opt for a Dubrovnik Pass, keep these activation mechanics and strategic workarounds in mind to maximize your value:
⏱️ Pass Activation
Your Dubrovnik Pass activates the first time it is scanned. Once activated, its 24, 72, or 168-hour validity period runs continuously and cannot be paused.
💡 Insider Tip: More Flexible Bus Timing
Redeeming a paper bus ticket counts as a pass scan and activates your Dubrovnik Pass. However, the printed ticket then functions independently and only starts its own validity period when first used on a bus.
Final Recommendation
The Optimal Strategy: Most visitors will get the best experience by spreading the City Walls, Fort Lovrijenac, and Western Outer Wall route across multiple days rather than rushing through them in a single day.