5 Best Places to Go Shopping in Dubrovnik

Take a wander along Stradun, the Old Town’s main street, and discover the most vibrant shopping area of the city. Visitors flock from far and wide to experience the Old Town charm within the ancient city walls, so it’s no wonder there are so many great shops to be found here too.

On the hunt for gifts for loved ones back home? Or perhaps you just want a treat or 2 for yourself? You’ll find everything from designer clothes shops and independent boutiques, to jewellery shops, art galleries and, of course, plenty of souvenir shops (some traditional and some…not so much). Be sure to check what shops are hidden down Stradun’s narrow side streets, too, so as not to miss some gems.

If you need a good old-fashioned shopping spree, then Dubrovnik’s Shopping Minčeta should certainly tick all your boxes. You’ll find everything here, from high street and big-name fashion brands to perfumeries, shoe shops, sports stores and even homeware shops. When you’re done shopping, there’s a terrace café, too, with great views out over the harbour.

Located at the end of Gruž Bay, Shopping Minčeta is easily accessible from Lapad and about a 30-minute walk from the Old Town. Although, you might want to hop on a bus back if you’re planning on some big purchases – routes 6, 3 and 1A go past Pile Gate.

When it comes to shopping on holiday, nothing beats browsing the stalls of a local, open-air market, and Gruž Market is the best place in Dubrovnik to do just that. This market near the main port is less about gifts and souvenirs and more about fresh, local produce. Selling the finest fruits, vegetables and fish (brought over daily from the Elaphiti Islands), it’s where you’ll find all the residents, not just visitors to the city.

Much larger and less crowded than the Old Town market, Gruž Market is a great place to experience the Croatian way of life. If you want to pick up some fresh and tasty goods for yourself, be sure to get there early, before the best stuff goes!

Dubrovačka Kuća is a treasure trove of gifts, souvenirs and cultural delights, attracting those looking to take home some memories from Dubrovnik. Located beneath the Dominican Monastery, just a short walk from the Rector’s Palace, even the ancient building itself is a joy to visit.

Step inside its old stone walls and explore the 2 levels, packed floor to ceiling with local arts, crafts, ceramics, glassware and jewellery. There are plenty of delicious traditional delicacies to be found, too, from sweets and preserves to olive oils and quality regional wines. No other place showcases Dubrovnik heritage quite like it.

The fabulous Life According to Kawa lets you add a touch of Croatian charm to your home with its contemporary interior design goods. This chic homeware boutique is located just outside Ploče Gate, and set inside a superbly-renovated garage.

Priding itself on selling unique products and goods made by Croatian designers and regional artisans, you can pick up a quirky piece to remind you of your time in Dubrovnik. Besides home decor, they sell cosmetics, independent souvenirs, Croatian craft beer, local wine, roasted coffee and other tasty delicacies. They even produce their own limited-edition Dalmatia-inspired T-shirts and mugs.