Cavtat (pronounced "Savtat"), Croatia, is a popular tourist destination on the Adriatic Sea with a rich history, beautiful scenery, and many activities.
- Name Meaning: The modern Croatian name for the city reveals its ancient origins and link with Dubrovnik. Cavtat is derived from Civitas Vetus, which means old city in Latin Language.
- History: Cavtat dates back to the ancient Greeks and Romans and has a city wall station and castle overlooking the town and sea.
- Scenery: Cavtat is surrounded by mountains and pine and cypress forests and has a seafront promenade with fishing boats, artisan shops, and pebble beaches.
- Activities: Cavtat offers a range of activities, including tennis, beach volleyball, cycling, hiking, scuba diving, sailing, snorkeling, and water polo.
- Attractions: Cavtat has many attractions, including the Mausoleum, which is set in a small cemetery and offers 360-degree views of the harbor, old town, and Second Bay. Other attractions include the Vlaho Bukovac House, the Church of Our Lady of the Snow, the Church of St Nicholas, the Baltazar Bogišić Collection, and the Glossus Humanus, Shell Museum Cavtat.
- Location: Cavtat is a popular last-night stop before heading to Dubrovnik's airport, just 10 minutes away. It's also a good base for exploring the Konavle countryside and neighboring Montenegro.