Dubrovnik is the city of superlatives and a lot can be written about this magical place in southern Croatia. Since we have been in a wedding industry for a decade now (as Croatia wedding photographer and videographer), we spent a lot of days of our lives in Dubrovnik. Our background in this industry made us to write a series of articles regarding weddings in Croatia and in this article we are going to present you the best Dubrovnik wedding venues.
We’ll share a lot of wedding and elopement inspiration with you on this website, and even more you can find on our Love and Ventures, dedicated source of inspiration for all kinds of love-related events. Dubrovnik is the most famous place to get married in Croatia. It has a fairytale Old Town, stunning sea views, beautiful coastline, many trusted vendors, and much more things you need to start a new chapter of your lives.
Finally, Dubrovnik is full of great places where you can host your wedding. Dubrovnik wedding venues are among the most beautiful ones in Croatia and there is a bit of something for everyone. Like everything else, the list of places to get married in Dubrovnik constantly changes so we’ll do our best to update it regularly.
1. Fort Lovrijenac (St. Lawrence Fortress)
Best for: Grand, cinematic weddings
Fort Lovrijenac overlooks the Adriatic Sea and Old Town walls and as such it has a perfect backdrop for a dream wedding. It’s one of the most spectacular Dubrovnik wedding venues that both you and your guests will love. Just imagine having your wedding on the ancient fortress and dancing among the centuries old walls and arches. Fort Lovrijenac is a versatile location with one of the best views in Dubrovnik.
Stunning panoramic views
Perfect for sunset ceremonies
It was featured in a Game of Thrones series (as the Red Keep)
It requires some walking, but it will result in a truly unforgettable experience
2. Sponza Palace (Palaca Sponza)
Best for: Elegant indoor weddings with heritage charm
Sponza Palace is located in the heart of the Old Town, at the end of the Stradun (main street in Dubrovnik). It is a Gothic-Renaissance masterpiece with stone arcades and marble columns and one of the most choosen Dubrovnik wedding venues. Unlike the fort Lovrijenac which is available for both ceremony and reception, Sponza Palace is available only as a wedding ceremony venue in Dubrovnik. Sponza is popular venue for all kinds of weddings and elopements, and we even had a proposal that was hosted in it.
Historic ambiance and impressive architecture
Popular for civil ceremonies and symbolic weddings
Central location near hotels and popular reception spots
3. Fort Revelin Terrace
Best for: Stylish open-air celebrations
The terrace of Fort Revelin , which is located at the eastern entrance to Old Town, offers a unique mix of history and elegance. If you ask us, it’s somewhat similar venue as the Lovrijenac Fortress, but it’s more suitable for a bit smaller weddings compared to Lovrijenac (although it’s very spacious as well). Being part of the Dubrovnik’s Walls, you know that you and your guests will enjoy stunning sight of the Old Town.
Beautiful views of the Old Port and Lokrum Island
Spacious and adaptable for dinner receptions and dancing
Available for all kinds of private events through local planners
4. Museum of Modern Art Dubrovnik
Best for: Artistic and intimate weddings
Dubrovnik’s Museum of Modern Art is located just outside the Old Town and it also has a stunning views of the Adriatic and the Old Town. Unlike the Dubrovnik wedding venues we mentioned before, this one is more suitable for weddings with up to 150 guests. This is actually a real museum and if you decide to host your Dubrovnik wedding here, you’ll be surounded by masterpieces of Croatian artists.
Elegant terrace perfect for both ceremonies and reception
Intimate atmosphere surrounded by art and architecture
Perfect venue for small to medium-sized weddings
5. Palace Natali
Best for: Elegant, historic garden ceremonies
Palace Natali is a beautifully restored 16th-century noble residence. It features Renaissance-style gardens and beautiful views (just like most of the Dubrovnik wedding venues), and it’s perfect for stylish and intimate celebrations. Palace Natali is best for smaller weddings with up to 50 guests.
Exclusive use of this venue requires booking a minimum stay
It has a garden perfect for the ceremonies and a terrace with a sea view
On-site accommodation, restaurant, wine bar, library, and pool
6. Park Orsula and Višnjica
Best for: Natural beauty and wider panoramic views
Both Park Orsula and Višnjica are Dubrovnik wedding venues that are located near each other and both of them can host weddings. Park Orsula is very famous elopement venue in Dubrovnik while Višnjica is a place that is suitable for a larger weddings and it also has a tent that can cover the whole place in a case of rain.
Perfect for sunset ceremonies
Secluded venues that are located a bit outside the city
6. Villa Rose (Koločep Island)
Best for: Private island weddings near Dubrovnik
Villa Rose is one of the island wedding venues in Dubrovnik and it’s located on the Koločep, one of the Elaphiti Islands. If you are looking to enjoy a peaceful atmosphere in a seaside venue, then Villa Rose is a good choice. You need a panoramic boat ride from Dubrovnik to reach this venue and it’s the part of the whole experience.
Seaside venue with lush gardens and pine trees
Perfect for exclusive, nature-filled celebrations
Easily accessible by boat, yet completely secluded
7. Lazareti Complex
Best for: Creative, boho-chic weddings
Lazareti are the historic quarantine complex near Ploče Gate in Dubrovnik. We know that hosting a Dubrovnik wedding in a former quarantine might sound strange, but the whole area has been repurposed into a cultural center and space for all kinds of events.
Stone architecture and rustic atmosphere
Perfect venue for modern setups
Lazareti are a venue that hosts a weddings with up to 80 guests
8. Lokrum Island
Best for: Nature lovers and adventurous couples
The last wedding in Dubrovnik that we documented was on a Lokrum Island. We love this place. It’s peaceful, beautiful, and surround by the sea. It’s also just a 10-minute boat ride from Dubrovnik. Lokrum features old ruins, stunning cliffs, lush vegetation and peacocks that freely roam around. Wedding ceremonies on Lokrum are usually organized in a ruins of old monastery, but smaller weddings can take place almost anywhere.
Unique ceremony spots: Benedictine Monastery, olive groves, or sea cliffs
Lokrum is perfect venue for elopements and symbolic ceremonies
Requires boat transport for guests
9. St. Pietro Island
Best for: Remote and symbolic weddings
Small and uninhabited, St. Pietro Island is a lesser-known venue near Dubrovnik that offers a completely private setting. This island is located near Cavtat, small picturesque town south of Dubrovnik and in a case of a wedding, a whole venue has to be privatised.St. Pietro Island is truly a peaceful place you’ll fall in love with.
Accessible only by private boat
Ideal for elopements or small symbolic ceremonies
Surrounded by nature and sea with complete tranquility
Tips for Planning a Wedding in Dubrovnik
If you are planning to host your wedding in Dubrovnik, then finding a right venue is only a part of the whole process. Since we are part of the wedding industry in Croatia for a long time now, let us share a few tips with you:
Work with a local wedding planner : They’ll help secure different permits, coordinate vendors, and manage logistics. Organizing a wedding without the planner is harder then you might think, especially when it comes to the larger weddings.Book early : Venues book quickly for years in advance so it’s best to book it as soon as possible and this is usually done at least one year in advance if the wedding is organized in a most popular period which is from May to October.Consider the weather : Summer is sunny but also very hot. Spring and fall are the best periods for wedding in Dubrovnik. A lot of weddings were hosted in summer months, but in the last years more and more couples pick off-season periods.Plan guest accommodation in advance, especially if they’ll stay anywhere near the Old Town. Similar to Dubrovnik wedding venues, it’s best to book the accommodation as soon as possible too.Factor in travel logistics : Dubrovnik is well-connected by flights, but allow some extra time for transfers and vendor coordination. Let the wedding planner coordinate everything and just relax.
Before you get married at any of these Dubrovnik wedding venues
Dubrovnik is a dream wedding destination in Croatia. It’s no wonder so many couples choose it as a stepping stone to the new chapter in their lives. There is a whole industry developed over a weddings in Dubrovnik and there are many different vendors to choose from. Dubrovnik is not the only place where weddings are hosted in Croatia, but it’s the most popular one. And Dubrovnik also has the most diverse weding venues compared to other Croatian locations.
If you would like to learn more about us and read more about elopements and weddings in Croatia , we invite you to visit our Love and Ventures website where you’ll be able to find even more inspiration that will help you plan your perfect wedding in Dubrovnik.
