Buza II, usually called Buza Bar, is one of the best-known drinking spots in Dubrovnik, Croatia, and sits on the rocks outside the southern city wall rather than inside the Old Town. Visitors reach it through a small opening in the wall off Poljana Rudjera Boskovica, then follow hand-painted 'Cold Drinks' signs to a scatter of terraces and ledges set directly above the Adriatic. Across the water lies the wooded island of Lokrum, and the setting is most popular in the hour before sunset, when the terraces fill and seating becomes scarce.
The crowd is a mix of international travellers, day-trippers, couples and groups of friends, with a relaxed, casual atmosphere and no dress code beyond what suits a seaside afternoon. Swimwear and flip-flops are common during the day, since swimmers use the ladders and rocks below the bar. The age range is mostly adults in their twenties to fifties, and the mood is social rather than rowdy, in part because there is no dance floor and no club programme.
Music is incidental, usually a quiet background mix played at conversational volume so the sound of the sea stays audible. The drinks programme centres on beer, soft drinks, wine and simple cocktails. Beer typically costs around EUR 5-9 and cocktails around EUR 10-13, prices that reflect the location and the view. Food is limited to light snacks, so the bar functions as a sunset stop rather than a dinner venue.
Opening hours follow the season. In summer the bar generally opens in the morning and stays open until late evening, with Time Out listing 8AM to 2AM, while bad weather and the winter months bring reduced hours or closure. Weeknights and weekends follow a similar pattern, although weekends and peak July-August evenings are noticeably busier.
There is no cover charge, and reservations are generally not taken for the cliff terraces, so seating is first come, first served. Bottle service is not part of the offering. The bar can be reached by phone on +385 20 323 406 for questions about weather closures.
| Price | Beer about EUR 5-9 (approx USD 5.75-10.35); cocktails about EUR 10-13 (approx USD 11.50-15) |
|---|---|
| Hours | Daily, daytime until late evening in season (Time Out lists 8AM-2AM; closes earlier in bad weather and winter) |
| Address | Crijeviceva 9, 20000 Dubrovnik |
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- Cliff-side terraces on the rocks above the Adriatic with views of Lokrum, reached by following the 'Cold Drinks' signs
Location
Crijeviceva 9, 20000 Dubrovnik
42.6390, 18.1088 View on map
Highlights
- Cliff-edge terraces carved into the rocks outside the southern wall of Dubrovnik
- Direct views across the Adriatic to the island of Lokrum
- Sunset drinks with swimming access from the rocks below
- Entry through an opening in the wall, found by following the 'Cold Drinks' signs
Tips for visiting
- Arrive 60-90 minutes before sunset in July and August to claim a terrace table.
- Look for the 'Cold Drinks' signs near Poljana Rudjera Boskovica; the entrance is easy to miss from the street.
- Expect higher prices than in the Old Town: beer about EUR 5-9, cocktails about EUR 10-13.
- Bring cash as a backup and check the weather first, since the bar closes in rough conditions.
- Wear shoes with grip, as the paths and steps over the rocks can be uneven and slippery.
When to visit
Late afternoon through sunset from May to September gives the best light and views. July and August evenings are the busiest.
Accessibility
The terraces are reached by uneven stone steps and rocky paths, so the bar is not suitable for wheelchair users and can be difficult for anyone with limited mobility.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Buza Bar in Dubrovnik?
Buza II is outside the southern city wall at Crijeviceva 9, reached through an opening off Poljana Rudjera Boskovica. Signs reading 'Cold Drinks' mark the way to the cliff terraces.
Is there a cover charge or reservation system?
No cover charge is reported, and the cliff terraces are generally first come, first served. Arriving before sunset is the usual way to secure a seat.
What does a drink cost at Buza Bar?
Beer is typically around EUR 5-9 and cocktails around EUR 10-13. Prices are higher than in many Old Town bars because of the sea-view location.
Is Buza Bar open year-round?
Hours are seasonal. Summer opening runs from morning until late, while winter and poor weather bring shorter hours or closure.