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Ivo Biočina - decorative sculptors workshop D-2,
Sv. Dominika bb, tel. (+385-) 091 536 40 56. A small
sculptors workshop with fascinating statues, figures, holy
crosses, bowls, Croatian cross patterns, the Dubrovnik coat
of arms and more. See how this exceptional combination of
stone from Brač is carved in Dubrovnik motifs. Truly original!
Closed January. Q Open 09:00 - 14:00. Closed Sat, Sun.
Medusa B/C-2, Prijeko 18, tel. (+385-20) 32 20 04/
(+385-) 098 175 17 41, info@medusa.hr, www.medusa.
hr. Wide-ranging souvenir shop that stocks more than just the
predictable tourist-trap nonsense that nobody actually wants.
Expect a solid choice of authentic Croatian gifts including
olive oils, brandies, and sponges from the sponge-fishing
island of Krapanj. Q Open 10:00 - 16:00. March - May 31
Open 09:00 - 20:00. A
Museum shop D-3, Pred dvorom 3, (Rector’s Palace)
tel. (+385-20) 32 10 39. The Rector’s Palace is where
guests can acquire some of the more sophisticated and more
exclusive gifts and souvenirs. QOpen 09:00 - 16:00. A
Ronchi D-3, Lučarica 2, tel. (+385-20) 32 36 99/
(+385-) 098 82 04 16, ronchi.dubrovnik@yahoo.com,
www.dubrovnik-online.com/ronchi. Need to wear a hat
but don’t want to look like a chump? This is your place - a
milliners established in 1858, still making superbly stylish hats
using traditional methods. Closed February. Q Open 09:30 -
13:00, 17:00 - 19:00, Sat 09:30 - 13:00. Closed Sun. A
Tilda D-2, Zlatarska 1, tel. (+385-20) 32 15 54. Original
Konavle handicrafts: slippers, jewellery, greetings cards and
more. Closed February. Q Open 10:00 - 17:00. Closed Sun.
April, May Open 10:00 - 20:00. Closed Sun. A
Waxing lyrical, tel. (+385-) 098 939 43 83, info@
vostanibrod.com, www.vostanibrod.com. Looking for
a souvenir for the pyromaniac maritime enthusiast in your
life? How about a wax model of the Karaka (a type of historic
Art Go’den
wooden merchant ship made in Dubrovnik) which doubles
as a fully functioning candle? All joking aside, these models
are painstakingly made by Tonći Jonjić, who researches and
creates models of historic Croatian boats. His wax Karaka
won a prize for being among the best original souvenirs of the
Dubrovnik region. If you’re eager to have it, go to the nearest
tourist board or simplly call 098 939 43 83.
Accessories
Croata D-3, Pred dvorom 2, tel. (+385-20) 63 83 30,
www.croata.hr. Ties and other clothing in rich and varied
materials come together to make you look the pro. Find
the perfect gift while receiving a free history lesson on
the invention of the tie. Q December Open 09:00 - 17:00,
Sat 09:00 - 13:00. Closed Sun. January - March 31 Open
09:00 - 14:00, Sat 09:00 - 13:00. Closed Sun. April Open
09:00 - 20:00, Sat 09:00 - 14:00. Closed Sun. May Open
09:00 - 21:00, Sun 10:00 - 14:00. A
Cosmetics
Drogerie Markt I-3, Kralja Tomislava 7, tel. (+385-1)
362 60 87, www.dm-drogeriemarkt.hr. The place to pick
up anything from shampoo to mascara. Also at Doc shopping
centre at Lapad. QOpen 09:00 - 20:00. Closed Sun. A
Delicatessen
Dubrovačka kuća D-2, Sv.Dominika bb, tel. (+385-20)
32 20 92, ars.longa@du.t-com.hr. A treasure trove of local
culture ready to take home: from artworks to postcards,
cosmetics, sweets, wines and spirits, all local or Croatian.
QOpen 09:00 - 20:00. A
Franja coffee & teahouse C-3, Od Puča 9, tel.
(+385-20) 32 48 16, franjahouse@franja.hr, www.
franja.hr. A Croatian coffee company, also selling all other
kinds of souvenir-wrapped delicatessen and porcelain. Q
Open 08:00 - 16:00. March Open 08:00 - 20:00. May Open
08:00 - 24:00. A
Kraš C-2, Zamanjina 2, tel. (+385-20) 32 10 49, www.
kras.hr. The confectionary company Croatians have known
and loved for years. Try Bajadera chocolate and hazelnut
sweets, or a bag of Krašotice biscuits. QOpen 08:00 - 20:00,
Sun 09:00 - 15:00. A
Oleoteka Uje C-2, Stradun, tel. (+385-20) 32 15
32, www.uje.hr. Hmmm…The first Croatian oil shop that
offers a wide range of Croatian olive oils from Istria, the
island of Brač and Zadar, whilst also offering an array of
Mediterranean spices and dry fruits. Good nibbles! QOpen
09:00 - 21:00. A
Vinoteka Miličić C-2, Placa bb, tel. (+385-20) 32 17
77. Try their own wines from the Pelješac peninsula, or top
quality fruit spirits, local candies and preserves. QOpen
09:00 - 16:00, Sun 09:00 - 12:00. A
Designer Clothing
Croatian Designers Room C-3, Od puča 1, tel. (+385-
20) 41 22 99. Is fashion your fetish and forte? Then look
no further, this is the ‘be all end all’ of Croatian mainstream
fashion with great choices of clothes made by the most
famous Croatian designers, all found in the one place.
Closed December - February 29.Q Open 10:00 - 19:00,
Sun 10:00 - 18:00. A
Maria D-2, Sv. Dominika bb, tel. (+385-20) 32 13 30,
info@maria-dubrovnik.hr, www.maria-dubrovnik.hr. If you
forgot to pack your fancy designer frocks, Stella McCartney
shoes and Miu Miu handbag, then Maria is the place to
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