Ston sits where the Pelješac peninsula meets the mainland. Its medieval walls, built by the Republic of Dubrovnik to protect the valuable salt pans, climb over the hill to Mali Ston on the other side.
Why visit
Walk the walls between Ston and Mali Ston for views over the town and the salt pans, which are still worked by hand. In Mali Ston, restaurants serve oysters and mussels farmed in the bay.
Ston is an easy stop on the way between Dubrovnik and Korčula or the Pelješac wineries.
Where to stay
Small hotels and rooms in Ston and Mali Ston; Dubrovnik is about an hour away.
Getting there and around
Ston is about an hour north-west of Dubrovnik by car. Buses on the Dubrovnik–Korčula route stop here.
Parking
There are car parks at the entrance to Ston and in Mali Ston.
Day trips
Nearby destinations
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Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to walk the Ston walls?
About an hour at an easy pace; it is steep in places and hot at midday.
When is the best season for Ston oysters?
Spring, before the summer heat, when they are at their best.