With a towering fortress above and the glittering Adriatic in front, this beach in Dubrovnik is a sliver of paradise, with crystal clear waters and beach bars.

I visited a beautiful coastal city surrounded by beaches that's just 3 hours from the UK This Balkan city does a great job of keeping its shores clean despite the sea of tourists.

Here's everything you need to do in Dubrovnik for a tourist-free vacation, from boat rides to museums, winery tours, and day trips to nearby islands.