Day trip from Dubrovnik
Lokrum Island
An Island Escape Just Offshore
Approximately 10–15 minutes by boat
Why visit
Lokrum feels remarkably secluded despite lying just offshore, combining shaded woodland, monastery ruins, botanical plantings and rocky swimming places in a protected island setting.
Top things to see
- Benedictine Monastery
- Botanical Garden
- Fort Royal
- Dead Sea lagoon
- Rocky Adriatic shoreline
Suggested one-day plan
Board a confirmed seasonal boat from Dubrovnik and follow island access guidance on arrival.
Explore the Benedictine Monastery ruins and Botanical Garden.
Walk toward Fort Royal or enjoy an approved swimming area, allowing time to return to the landing.
Take the planned return boat before the final service and any change in weather.
Lokrum is reached only by passenger boat. Services are seasonal and weather dependent, with schedules and island access changing through the year. Check current boat times, the final return and island opening information before travelling.
A half day (4–6 hours).
- Do not assume boats or island facilities operate year-round.
- Check weather, current schedules and island access before departure.
- Visitors cannot stay overnight on Lokrum.
- Paths can be rocky and swimming areas are generally natural rather than sandy.