Mario's History Walk, 1 Hour 15

History Walks with Mario - Story of an incredible city

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Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
Language: English
Meeting point: Amerling Fountain
Where it walks: Pile
What it costs: Free, pay what you want

Overview

Mario's history walk sets off from the Amerling Fountain on Pile square, and for the next 1 hour 15 minutes it works through Dubrovnik on foot. The tour mixes the city's best known sights with local legends and fun facts, and Mario shares tips on what to see and where to go, including spots many visitors miss. Walkers are encouraged to bring questions, since he likes to shape the tour around what the group actually wants to know.

The route begins at the Velika Onofrijeva Fontana and takes in the Franciscan Church and Monastery before heading along Prijeko ulica. Along the way the walk also visits or mentions Stradun, Fort Lovrijenac, Fort Minčeta, Saint Blaise Church, the Onofrio Fountains, the Dominican Monastery, the Jesuit Steps and St. Ignatius church, the Rector's Palace, the Dubrovnik Cathedral and the Old Harbor. The tour's own page notes that tickets may be obligatory for museums, the city walls and fortresses, so entry to those places is not part of the walk itself.

The tour runs in English, lasts 1 hour 15 minutes, and needs a minimum of 2 people to go ahead. It is booked on GuruWalk, where it is free to reserve and pay what you want at the end. There is a bit of walking involved, with a few spots that have steps, and the guide suggests bringing water and a hat on sunny days.

Itinerary

Stop	What Happens
Meet at Amerling Fountain	The guide waits in front of the Amerling Fountain on Pile square, between restaurant Dubravka and the Dubrovnik tourist board, holding a white cardboard sign with a Super Mario logo and his name.
Velika Onofrijeva Fontana	The walk starts at the great Onofrio fountain, the first stop shown on the route.
Franciscan Church and Monastery	The route continues to the Franciscan Church and Monastery, one of the named stops on the itinerary.
Prijeko ulica	The walk then heads along Prijeko ulica, the third stop listed on the route.
Sights visited or mentioned	Further along, the tour visits or mentions Stradun, Fort Lovrijenac, Fort Minčeta, Saint Blaise Church, the Dominican Monastery, the Jesuit Steps and St. Ignatius church, the Rector's Palace, the Dubrovnik Cathedral and the Old Harbor. Tickets may be obligatory for museums, the city walls and fortresses.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points from the tour's own page are worth knowing before you reserve a place.

Language level. The tour is in English, and a fluent level of English is described as desirable. If English is shaky for you, factor that in.
Walking and steps. There is a bit of walking on the tour but nothing too difficult, according to the tour's description. A few spots have steps here and there. Wear shoes you are comfortable walking in for 1 hour 15 minutes.
Water and sun. The guide asks walkers to bring a bottle of water and a hat, especially on sunny days. Pack accordingly for the weather on your date.
Bring questions. Mario asks walkers to come with lots of questions so the tour can be made their own. He also shares local tips on what to see, where to go and hidden gems. Thinking about what you want to ask beforehand pays off.

Duration	Language	Meeting point	What it costs
1 hour 15 minutes	English	Amerling Fountain	Free, pay what you want

Group minimum. A minimum of 2 people is required to take the tour, per the tour's description. If you are travelling alone, check with the guide's GuruWalk page before planning the rest of your day around it.
Paying the guide. Booking is free and guests pay the guide what they think the walk was worth at the end, as the tour's page puts it. Nothing is charged when you reserve. Decide what to give after the walk.

Common issues. Entry is not included. The tour's description mentions tickets may be obligatory at places such as museums, the city walls and fortresses, so budget for those separately if you plan to go inside.

More Free Spots To See

Place	Free Or Ticketed	What Is Free	What You Still Pay For
Pile Gate	Free	Walking through the gate into the Old Town is free at any hour. The nearby City Walls entrance is ticketed.	Nothing. There is no ticket to buy here.
Gradac Park	Free	Public city park, reopened after its first full renovation since 1898.	Nothing. There is no ticket to buy here.
Danče Beach	Free	Public rocky beach outside Pile Gate; free access.	Nothing. There is no ticket to buy here.

Getting Ready For A Free Walk

What Is Included On This Tour?

A guided walking tour of Dubrovnik in English, lasting 1 hour 15 minutes, covering the city's top sights along with local legends, fun facts and the guide's own tips. The route has 8 stops, and the tour's page shows the first 3. Nothing else is listed as included.

Are Entry Fees Or Food Extra?

The tour's description states that tickets may be obligatory for museums, the city walls and fortresses, and these are not part of the free walk. The walk itself is free to book on GuruWalk, and you pay the guide what you think it was worth at the end.

Where Does The Tour Meet?

At the Amerling Fountain on Pile square, between restaurant Dubravka and the Dubrovnik tourist board. The guide holds a white cardboard sign with a Super Mario logo and his name. There is no pickup; walkers make their own way to the meeting point.

How Long Does The Walk Last?

The tour lasts approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes, according to the tour's description. There is a bit of walking, with a few spots that have steps. Nothing on the route is described as difficult.

Can I Join If I Am Travelling Alone?

The tour requires a minimum of 2 people to go ahead. If you are on your own, check the guide's page on GuruWalk before your date to confirm the walk is running. You can also see there how reservations work.

What Should I Bring?

The guide recommends a bottle of water and a hat, especially on sunny days. He also asks walkers to bring lots of questions, since he likes to tailor the tour to the group. A fluent level of English is desirable to get the most out of it.