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2 days in Ston
Day 1
- MorningWalk the 5-kilometre walls that wind over the hill between Ston and Mali Ston.
- AfternoonTake a tour of an oyster farm in Mali Ston bay, or visit the salt pans still worked by hand.
- EveningHave a seafood dinner by the water in Mali Ston.
Day 2
Drive the Pelješac peninsula wine road, or visit Dubrovnik.
What to eat
Ston oysters and mussels, with a Pelješac Dingač red wine.
Local tips
Make the most of Ston
Beat the crowds
Quiet most of the year. Busier in summer and around oyster events.
Best photo spot
The walls zigzagging up the hill, from the top of the walls.
Getting there
Easiest by car, about an hour from Dubrovnik.
Don't miss nearby
The Pelješac peninsula and its wine villages.
Good to know
Walk the walls early or late in summer; they're very exposed in the heat. Try local oysters.
Secret spots
1 secret spot near Ston
Our most hidden places around Ston: fewer people, same wow. Unlock them with a route in Google Maps and a PDF guide of Ston to take with you.
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Questions
Ston: good to know
Is Ston worth visiting?
Yes, especially if you like food and historic old towns. Europe's longest defensive walls, with oyster farms in the bay below.
How many days do you need in Ston?
Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.
When is the best time to visit Ston?
The best time to visit is Apr to Oct. Quiet most of the year. Busier in summer and around oyster events.
How do you get to Ston?
The nearest airport is Mostar Airport (OMO), about 50 km away. Easiest by car, about an hour from Dubrovnik.
What is there to see near Ston?
Nearby hidden places include Dubrovnik (39 km), Mostar (57 km) and Perast (91 km).