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Cavtat
A quieter base
A palm-fringed harbour town south of Dubrovnik, with a mausoleum by Ivan Meštrović.
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About Cavtat
Cavtat is a pretty seaside town on a peninsula south of Dubrovnik, with a palm-lined harbour, waterfront cafés and paths that circle the headland. On the hill above stands the Račić family mausoleum, designed by the sculptor Ivan Meštrović, with fine views over the bay. It makes a relaxed alternative base to Dubrovnik, and in summer boats run between Cavtat and Dubrovnik’s old harbour, so you can arrive by sea. Stay for dinner by the water as the lights come on.
Our take
- Palm-lined harbour
- Račić Mausoleum by Meštrović
- Summer boats to Dubrovnik
- Address
- Cavtat, the Balkans
- Our city guide
- On our Zagreb guide
Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Cavtat before you go.
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