Choose Amalfi Coast if…
- you love the setting: pastel villages stacked above the sea, lemon groves and boat days to Capri
Choose Dubrovnik if…
- you want plenty of casual, inexpensive places to eat
- your date is outside peak summer: fewer activities here depend on the season
- you want lots of private group options for friends to book together
Side by side
| Amalfi Coast | Dubrovnik | |
|---|---|---|
| Best season | May to June, September to early October | May to June, September to October |
| Getting there | Naples (NAP) is about 1h30 by car to Positano or Amalfi. Many guests book a private transfer. | Dubrovnik airport (DBV) is 30 minutes from the old town by car or shuttle bus. |
| Car needed? | Not usually | Not usually |
| Activity prices | Mid-range | Budget-friendly |
| Group-friendly activities | 11 of 12 | 12 of 12 |
| Relaxed activities | 6 | 5 |
| Foodie activities | 4 | 4 |
| Adventure activities | 4 | 4 |
| Full-day trips | 3 | 3 |
| Seasonal activities | 4 | 2 |
| Budget eats on our list | 2 | 3 |
| Currency | Euro (EUR) | Euro (EUR) |
| Tipping | Not expected. Many restaurants add a small "coperto" cover charge per person. Rounding up or leaving 5 to 10% for great service is appreciated. | About 10% in restaurants for good service is customary. |
| Dinner time | Dinner usually starts between 8 and 9:30 pm. Many kitchens close between lunch and dinner. | Dinner usually from 7:30 to 10 pm. |
Top group activities in Amalfi Coast
- Capri boat day trip with a Blue Grotto stop. Cruise past the Faraglioni rocks, swim in hidden coves and explore Capri town.
- Private boat along the Amalfi Coast. Your own skipper for swims, grottos and a long lunch at a beach restaurant.
- Path of the Gods guided hike. The famous cliff trail high above Positano with views down the whole coast.
- Lemon grove tour and limoncello tasting. Walk the terraced groves with a lemon farmer and taste limoncello made on site.
Top group activities in Dubrovnik
- City walls walking tour. Walk the full 2 km loop of the walls with views over terracotta rooftops.
- Game of Thrones filming locations tour. See King's Landing locations with stories from the set.
- Sea kayaking around the city walls. Paddle below the walls to a cave beach for a swim and snorkel.
- Elaphiti Islands boat trip with lunch. Three car-free islands, swim stops and a fish picnic on board.
Questions couples ask
Is Amalfi Coast or Dubrovnik better for a destination wedding?
Choose Amalfi Coast if you love the setting: pastel villages stacked above the sea, lemon groves and boat days to Capri. Choose Dubrovnik if you want plenty of casual, inexpensive places to eat.
When is the best time for a wedding in Amalfi Coast and Dubrovnik?
Amalfi Coast: May to June, September to early October. Dubrovnik: May to June, September to October.
Which is easier for guests to reach, Amalfi Coast or Dubrovnik?
Amalfi Coast: Naples (NAP) is about 1h30 by car to Positano or Amalfi. Many guests book a private transfer. Dubrovnik: Dubrovnik airport (DBV) is 30 minutes from the old town by car or shuttle bus.
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