A fortress-like monastery at the quiet eastern end of the Old Town, with a serene Gothic cloister, a fine collection of Dubrovnik-school Renaissance paintings and a treasury.
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The verdict
Who it's worth it for
Great for
Travellers on a budget
If you've only got a day
Couples
Solo travellers
History & culture buffs
Photographers
The genuinely curious
Depends
Anyone here to unwind
Not for
Families with kids
Worth it for travellers on a budget, if you've only got a day and couples; not for families with kids.
Why we say this
Insider secrets & local vibes
The clear pick over the Franciscan: a lovelier, calmer cloister and a small but high-quality museum with Dubrovnik-school and Titian-circle painting.
Not independently verified — estimated
It's a modest collection that's easy to skip if you're already museum-fatigued.
Not independently verified — estimated
What it feels like
Reading the room, traveller by traveller
Solo
The better of the two monasteries for anyone who wants art and quiet.
As a couple
A serene, contemplative cloister on the calm eastern end of town.
Multigenerational
Peaceful and level, a restful art stop, though limited for young children.
Good to know
Before you go
Cost
~€7
Time
30–40 min
Last verified
2026-06-17
Best time
Any time; the eastern end stays quieter than the Pile side all day.
Getting there
At the eastern end of the Old Town near the Ploče Gate.
Accessibility
Cloister is largely level; the museum involves a few steps.