Lazareti

Lazareti is a stone venue at Frana Supila 8, in the former quarantine complex just east of the Ploce Gate in Dubrovnik, Croatia. The lazarettos were built in the 17th century to hold travellers and goods arriving from the east, and the buildings now house cultural events. Its open courtyard and vaulted rooms host DJ nights, underground and electronic events and arts programming, which makes it a counterpoint to the more commercial clubs in the city.

The crowd is younger and more alternative than at the tourist clubs, with locals, students, artists and visitors looking for underground music. The age range is mostly 20 to 35, and dress is casual, with no strict code. The atmosphere is informal and community-driven, and it depends heavily on the event on any given night; some evenings are concerts or performances and others are dance nights.

Music is techno and electronic, with live acts on selected nights. Drinks prices are not published, but a bar operates during events and sells beer, spirits and simple mixed drinks at typically lower prices than the fortress club. Food is not the focus.

Opening hours are event-dependent, typically 11PM to 5AM when a club night is staged, and the venue may be closed on nights without a programme. The programme is posted on the venue's Facebook page, and visitors should check it before going rather than assuming a regular schedule. Weekends are the most likely nights for dance events.

Cover is about EUR 10-20, depending on the event. Reservations and bottle service are not standard, and entry is usually at the door or through tickets for larger events. The venue can be contacted on +385 95 791 5033. The door is relaxed compared with larger clubs, but capacity can fill on popular nights.