Best Activities in Dubrovnik with Kids

As a parent, you always face the same dilemma: travel alone or with kids. Of course, some parents do not even have this choice. But let’s just be honest, you can never fully relax and enjoy yourself when traveling without kids because your mind is always uneasy. Traveling with kids, on the other hand, is yet another challenge. So, if you are traveling to Dubrovnik as a family, you need to shortlist some great activities to keep kids entertained while also having fun yourself.

There is one general tip to remember when traveling to Europe with kids: most European cities tend to have narrow streets and are accessible only on foot, so if your kids are small or just don’t like too much walking, it is always a good idea to bring a lightweight stroller.

Now let’s see what the best kid-friendly activities in Dubrovnik are.

1. The Beach

Dubrovnik has some really good beaches, and some of them are particularly suitable for families, like the Copacabana in Babin Kuk and Uvala in Lapad.

The Copacabana beach is quite shallow and safe for swimming with small kids. It has free parking, cafes, and all necessary facilities, as well as a floating sports park.

The Uvala Beach is a pebble beach also known as Lapad Beach, which has recently been renovated and all facilities have been updated. The water is crystal clear and slow shelving, ideal for a family beach day.

2. St. John’s Fortress

If your kids love Pirates of The Caribbean, or simply are interested in the maritime world, you could easily spend a couple of hours in St. John’s Fortress, and for you, it is very worth visiting for the insights it gives into Dubrovnik's history.

Inside the fortress, you will get to see amazing ship models, artifacts, maps, paintings, and photographs that trace the history of Adriatic maritime trade from classical times to the 20th century.

3. Cable Car Ride

The cable car is the best activity for the whole family as it gives unparalleled views of the old city and is a fun attraction for the kids. Moreover, the cable car is free for children under four years old. Although the ride takes only four minutes, there is loads of outside sitting space on the top to soak in the views and take photos.

4. Buggy Safari

Once you are on top of Mount Srd, you can opt for a Buggy Safari ride if you and your kids enjoy extreme attractions. The ride lasts about one hour, and you get to drive off-road, see recent war sights, and old minefields, fortresses, wild animals, and woods – all topped up with dramatic views of Dubrovnik and nearby islands.

5. Boat Ride or Sea Kayaking

Sea kayaking is surely going to be the biggest highlight of the Dubrovnik trip for the adventurous kids. Book one of the local kayaking tours and enjoy a fantastic day exploring the hidden caves around Dubrovnik. The skillful guides will give you a brief safety training and make sure you fully enjoy your kayaking experience.

If your kids are too small for kayaking, you can go for a nice boat ride which is also great fun.

6. Lokrum Island

A short boat trip will take you from the Dubrovnik Harbour to the beautiful island of Lokrum, which is a great spot for a refreshing day trip with the whole family. Lokrum has its own “Dead Sea,” a small salt-water lake linked to the open sea. It is very popular with beginner swimmers. You can also visit the Botanical Gardens of Lokrum where you can have a picnic and play with free-roaming peacocks & baby bunnies.