Free tour Mysteries and legends Dubrovnik
We are Jelena and Mara, tourist guides in Dubrovnik. We have been working as guides for more than ten years and we consider ourselves passionate about our work. We like to meet people from different countries and share with them the history of our city.
Pickup
Your guide will be waiting for you next to the Nautika restaurant
Description
IMPORTANT:
The city of Dubrovnik, in accordance with the new regulations, requires participants of a guided walking tour in groups of more than 10 people to use headphones. The cost per person is 1 EUR. The guide will be responsible for providing and managing the headphones for your convenience.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
Delve into the most enigmatic side of Dubrovnik with our captivating “Mysteries and Legends” tour. We will start our adventure in the historic Brsalje Square, where our guide will give you a fascinating introduction to the history and secrets of the city.
In the heart of the city, we will explore the former Convent of the Poor Clares and one of the oldest orphanages in Europe, unraveling their moving and mysterious stories.
Our tour will continue with a visit to the oldest graffiti in Dubrovnik, a unique piece of urban history. Then, we will head to the House of the Spy and Marin Drzić , where we will explore the literary and spy intrigues that marked the Republic.
As we delve into the political intrigues of the city, we will discuss the use of poisons in the Republic to eliminate enemies. In Luža Square, we will observe Orlando's Column, once known as the Pillar of Shame, and discover its role in Dubrovnik's public life.
Our journey will also take us to Cvijeta Zuzorić Street, the only street in the city named after a woman, and we will explore the status of women in the Republic of Ragusa. Finally, we will address the topic of prostitution at the time and visit the former brothel, revealing aspects of social life and the realities of the time.