Dubrovnik Shore Excursions
Lokrum Island across the bay from Dubrovnik Old Town

Islands

Lokrum Island Excursion

Ten minutes by boat — peacocks, swimming and fortress views offshore.

Duration: 4–5 hoursPace: RelaxedBest for: Nature lovers, swimmers and families wanting Adriatic water without long drivesAvailable

Ten minutes by boat — peacocks, swimming and fortress views offshore.

Ten minutes by boat — peacocks, swimming and fortress views offshore.

Highlights

  • Lokrum ferry from Old Town harbour
  • Swimming and botanical garden
  • Fort Royal Dubrovnik viewpoint
  • Peacocks and monastery ruins

What's included

  • Boat tickets
  • Guide and harbour transfers
  • Return to Gruž

Port logistics from Gruž terminal

Ships dock at Gruž (Gruz) commercial cruise terminal, 2.5 km from Pile Gate. Allow 10–15 minutes by taxi to the Old Town walls or 25–35 minutes on foot along the waterfront. Confirm your all-aboard time and keep a 60–90 minute buffer — summer queues at the city walls ticket office and Mount Srđ cable car can add 20–30 minutes to your return.

Tips for cruise passengers

  • Water shoes for rocky swim entries
  • Bring cash for island café
  • First boat maximises island time
  • Build my cruise planEnquire about this excursion

Lokrum Island Excursion — FAQs

Lokrum or Elafiti on a port day?▼

Lokrum fits standard calls; Elafiti needs longer hours.

Can non-swimmers enjoy Lokrum?▼

Yes — peacocks, gardens and fortress views reward walkers.