Dubrovnik is further strengthening its position as a significant home port destination in 2026, with 461 cruise calls scheduled and 661,094 cruise passengers expected to visit the city throughout the year.
More than 60,000 passengers will pass through the Port of Gruž as part of turnaround operations, involving passenger embarkation and disembarkation, across 14 ships operated by 10 international cruise companies.
The largest home port operation in terms of passenger numbers is Marella Explorer 2, operated by Marella Cruises, which has been running home port operations in Dubrovnik for many years. In 2026, the ship is set to welcome more than 47,000 passengers. It is followed by La Belle de l’Adriatique, with a total of 5,220 guests, and Seabourn Quest, with approximately 3,000 guests in 2026. The remaining vessels include smaller ships operating in the premium, luxury and boutique segments.
Dubrovnik continues to attract renowned cruise companies from the premium and luxury segments, while the structure of its home port traffic further reinforces the city’s position as a destination focused on delivering a high-quality guest experience.
Through its close cooperation with the City of Dubrovnik, the Port of Dubrovnik has developed an internationally recognised approach to sustainable cruise management, balancing the benefits of cruise tourism with the long-term protection and preservation of the destination.
The continued development of home port operations further strengthens Dubrovnik’s role within the Mediterranean cruise network and reflects the destination’s long-term commitment to quality, balanced growth and sustainable tourism development.
About the Port of Dubrovnik
The Port of Dubrovnik is a key maritime gateway to Dubrovnik and one of the leading cruise ports in the Mediterranean. The Port of Gruž provides infrastructure and services for international cruise operations, including both port-of-call and home port activities.
Through its close cooperation with the City of Dubrovnik, the Port of Dubrovnik has developed an internationally recognised approach to sustainable cruise management, balancing the benefits of cruise tourism with the long-term protection and preservation of the destination.
The Port of Dubrovnik continues to develop efficient, high-quality and sustainable cruise operations, while strengthening its role within the Mediterranean cruise network.
