Sponza Palace
This point of interest is available as audio on the tour: Visit Dubrovnik, The pearl of the Adriatic
Luža Square is home to some of Dubrovnik’s most iconic landmarks – but there’s one that stands out above the rest… Sponza Palace. Its arched gallery is hard to miss, and it’s the only building that survived the devastating 1667 earthquake. Built between 1516 and 1522, this Venetian Gothic structure served as a customs house, a vast warehouse, and later the mint of the Republic of Ragusa. However, the palace’s administrative functions came to an end in the 19th century. Today, it hosts temporary exhibitions, concerts, cultural events, and also houses the city’s oldest archives. If its beautiful architecture has tempted you to venture inside, know that entry to the Palace isn’t free and requires a ticket! The same goes for the nearby clock tower and its charming bronze statues.
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