Sponza Palace

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Sponza Palace

Archive · Dubrovnik

Stradun 2, 20000, Dubrovnik, Croatia

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Discover Sponza Palace, a breathtaking 16th-century architectural marvel in Dubrovnik, where Gothic meets Renaissance amidst captivating history.

Stradun 2, 20000, Dubrovnik, Croatia Get directions

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"At the eastern end of Stradun, Sponza Palace survived the great 1667 earthquake and is a rare example of the Gothic–Renaissance style in Dubrovnik. Formerly used as customs house and storage, as well as the Republic’s mint and armory, Sponza today is home to Dubrovnik National Archives. The rooms around its open-air atrium host an exhibit of copies of the Archive’s most relevant documents, some as old as the 11th century. The Memorial Room of Defenders from the 1990s conflict pays a powerful tribute to the victims of the town’s recent war."

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Lukasz Zbylut

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The Sponza Palace is a stunning architectural gem that shouldn't be missed. Its Gothic and Renaissance blend creates a visually captivating exterior, while the interior houses a poignant memorial to the city's defenders. Documents from the State Archives are marvelous, and many fascinating exhibits offer glimpses into Dubrovnik's past. Take a moment to appreciate the intricate details of this iconic building and pay respects to those who sacrificed for their city.

Dani Baal

Google

Sponza Palace in Dubrovnik is a stunning 16th-century Gothic-Renaissance building that’s beautifully preserved and rich in history. Once a customs house, it now houses the city archives, safeguarding centuries-old documents. Its elegant architecture, with arches and intricate details, makes it a favorite for photographers. Located in the Old Town, it’s also a venue for exhibitions and Dubrovnik’s Summer Festival. The palace’s historical and architectural charm make it a must-see for visitors.

Sadia Ricky

Google

Great place to visit. The place has become very popular after the TV series Game of thrones has been aired. It is at the center of old Dubrovnik town near the bell tower on the Stradum. The entry is 8am to 7pm at summer but in winter it closes at 5pm. The entry to inner court is free of charge. To enter at treasury, the price is 2 euro or 15 Luna local currency.

Koen

Google

The Sponza Palace is one of the most beautiful buildings from the time of the Republic of Ragusa. The palace was built between 1516 and 1522 and clearly shows the transition from Gothic to Renaissance architectural style. The palace is one of the few buildings to survive the 1667 earthquake, giving an impression of the architectural opulence of Ragusa. The Sponza Palace used to house the mint and customs, but now houses the state archives of the city of Dubrovnik, which dates back to 1022 and contains, among other things, the charter of the founding of the Republic of Ragusa from 1358.

Paul Ciprian

Google

Disappointing. Only the ground floor can be visited and there is not much to see there. Only two small photo exhibitions, one dedicated to local heroes from the war with Serbia and one with photos of old Dubrovnik. In 20 minutes you saw everything.

Dennis Waites

Google

Absolutely stunning bit of history. Best time of day to take it in is about 3-5pm but it's even more beautiful at night time. Take the time to look around at the water fountains, the faces have aged really well. Top tip, you can drink the water too. Just bring an empty bottle with you.

Steph

Google

If you can get into Sponza Palace between all the weddings it's well worth it. There is a memorial room of the Defenders of Dubrovnik. It's dedicated to those who lost their lives during the Croatian war. Great architecture and history. It's not clear whether you have to pay to enter, no one charged me. Maybe due to the restoration work.

Armen Arevyan

Google

The Old Town has an awesome architecture and is probably one of the most preserved medieval town I’ve seen during my travels.