Cavtat: A graceful historic harbour town south of Dubrovnik, with waterfront promenades, stone architecture and a calmer Adriatic atmosphere.

Coastal towns

Cavtat

A graceful historic harbour town south of Dubrovnik, with waterfront promenades, stone architecture and a calmer Adriatic atmosphere.

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Why visit

A graceful historic harbour town south of Dubrovnik, with waterfront promenades, stone architecture and a calmer Adriatic atmosphere.

Cavtat occupies a sheltered bay on the Rat peninsula, where historic stone buildings, gardens and waterfront paths follow the shape of the sea. Known in antiquity as Epidaurus, the town later developed strong ties with the Dubrovnik Republic and became an important southern port.

Today Cavtat feels noticeably gentler than nearby Dubrovnik. Its harbour is lined with cafés and boats, while paths curve around wooded peninsulas with views across the bay. Historic houses, churches and cultural landmarks are integrated into a town that can still be explored comfortably on foot.

For travellers arriving through Dubrovnik Airport, Cavtat is particularly easy to include in a journey through southern Croatia. It can be a destination in its own right or a relaxed coastal pause before continuing towards Dubrovnik, Konavle or Montenegro.

How it fits your journey

Plan your transfer

A short independent walk or coffee break can be arranged when the route allows. Pickup and waiting points are agreed in advance to avoid congestion along the waterfront.

Choose your route first. Any optional stop is confirmed with the final schedule and price.

Plan your transfer