Dubrovnik

This 15th-century palace (now a museum) was once the governmental seat of the Ragusan Republic. — Concierge

A tour of the fortifications is an excellent occasion to admire the harmonious façades and incomparable roofs of round tiles that are at the heart of Dubrovnik's reputation. — Michelin Guide

Within this monastery's solid stone walls is a gorgeous mid-14th-century cloister , a historic pharmacy and a small museum. — Lonely Planet

The museum itself displays the monastery's sacred art collections, along with priceless paintings and ancient manuscripts. — Michelin Guide

In a swift four-minute ride, the Dubrovnik cable car can deliver you to the top of Mount Srdj for a bird’s-eye perspective of the Old Town and surrounding areas. — Afar Magazine

This 16th-century Gothic Renaissance palace served as the mint, an arsenal, and eventually a place for the most educated citizens. — Fodor's

This aquarium provides an experience of underwater Adriatic life. — Frommer's

Europe’s second oldest continuously functioning synagogue (after the one in Prague). — Frommer's

This gate is a reminder of the time when the city was locked every evening and only Catholics were allowed to remain inside the city walls. — Michelin Guide

Some of Dubrovnik's most natural and peaceful beaches lie on the tiny island of Lokrum, a short distance southeast of the Old Town. — Fodor's

The Placa, commonly known as Stradun, is 300 meters long and cuts straight through the Old Town from the Pile to the Ploče Gate; it is the best people-watching promenade in town. — Fodor's

Ploče Gate, the eastern entrance to the Old City, was also built in the 15th century, and is composed of an inner and outer arch, plus a stone bridge. — Frommer's

According to legend, Orlando helped the people of Ragusa fight off a Saracen attack in the 9th century. — Frommer's

This 18th-century baroque church replaced an earlier one destroyed by fire. — Fodor's

The big fortress at the eastern end of town contains an archaeological museum and the Revelin nightclub. — Lonely Planet

Built between 1520 and 1528, this church was one of the few buildings to survive the earthquake of 1667. It’s open for occasional exhibitions and candlelight concerts. — Lonely Planet

Built from 1438 to 1440, the Onofrio Fountain is the first sight you see upon entering the Pile Gate. — Fodor's

The Maritime Museum looks at Dubrovnik's long history of navigation with exhibits showcasing ship models and maritime objects, such as tools and flags, paintings and photos. — U.S. News & World Report