How much does it cost to visit the Ston Walls?

Adult entry is €10 in the main season, €8 per person for groups of 10 or more, and €5 for youths aged 12–18 and students. Winter rates for January, February, November and December are lower, with adults at €5. The ticket also covers the Veliki Kaštio fortress.

How much do oysters cost in Mali Ston?

Oysters cost about €1–2 each, or around €12–18 per dozen. Mussels in buzara are about €8–12. Prices are higher in July and August.

Is Ston expensive compared to Dubrovnik?

No. Wall entry is €10 versus €40 in Dubrovnik, and konoba mains in Ston start at €15–25. Only the waterfront oyster restaurants in Mali Ston approach Dubrovnik prices.

How much should I budget for a day trip to Ston?

A self-drive day trip with the walls, oysters, wine and fuel costs about €40–65 per person. Guided tours cost far more, with private half-day formats starting around €180–200.

What are the Ston Walls opening hours?

From April the walls have been open from 8:00 to 18:30. In winter, from 1 November to 31 March, the hours have been 9:00 to 15:00. Check current times before visiting.

Which is cheaper, Bota Šare or Kapetanova kuća?

Both are on the Mali Ston waterfront within 100 m of each other. Some diners say Bota Šare is cheaper with comparable quality, with spend of about €40–70 per person versus €45–50 or more at Kapetanova kuća. Compare menus before sitting down.

When is the cheapest time to visit Ston?

May, June, September and October offer lower lodging rates and smaller crowds, with the walls open on the longer spring-to-autumn hours. Winter has the lowest ticket prices but shorter opening hours, and some restaurants reduce their schedules.

Ston Cost Guide 2027: Prices for Walls, Food and Stays

01How Much Does Ston Cost in 2027?

Ston and neighbouring Mali Ston sit at the base of the Pelješac peninsula, about 50 minutes from Dubrovnik. Prices are noticeably lower than in Dubrovnik, though oyster restaurants in Mali Ston charge mid-to-high rates. Prices below reflect the latest published figures and may change by a few euros for 2027.

Daily Budget Summary

Budget (walls, casual lunch, self-catering)

Per person per day€30–45

Mid-range (walls, oysters and wine lunch, coffee)

Per person per day€55–80

Splurge (walls, full seafood dinner, wine, private transfer)

Per person per day€120+

Style	Per person per day
Budget (walls, casual lunch, self-catering)	€30–45
Mid-range (walls, oysters and wine lunch, coffee)	€55–80
Splurge (walls, full seafood dinner, wine, private transfer)	€120+

These ranges exclude accommodation. Most visitors come as a day trip, so lodging is often not a factor.

02Ston Walls Ticket Price and Opening Hours

The walls were built in 1333 and originally ran about 7 km. The ticket covers the town walls, the Mali Ston section and the Veliki Kaštio fortress.

Adult, main season: €10
Groups of 10 or more: €8 per person
Youth (12–18) and students: €5 in the main season
Winter rates (January, February, November, December): adults €5, groups €4, youth and students €2
Hours: From April the walls have been open from 8:00 to 18:30. The winter schedule (1 November to 31 March) has been 9:00 to 15:00.

The walls are open all year. Check the current winter timetable before a November trip, because closing at 15:00 leaves little time for the full walk.

The Dubrovnik city walls cost €40 by comparison (2026), so Ston's €10 is a strong value. It is the better use of money if the budget allows only one wall walk.

Which Section to Walk

The full route between Ston and Mali Ston is about 1 km of steep stone steps. The price is the same whichever part you walk. Wear shoes with grip; the limestone is slippery and many people climb in sandals.

03Food and Drink Prices in Ston and Mali Ston

Oysters

Mali Ston oysters (the native flat oyster, Ostrea edulis) cost about €1–2 each, or roughly €12–18 per dozen. Mussels in buzara run about €8–12. Prices rise in July and August.

Restaurants

Bota Šare: (Mali Ston waterfront): family-run, casual, with a terrace over the bay. Reported spend is €40–70 per person with a main course and drinks. Fresh whole fish is priced per kilo and can be expensive, so ask the price before ordering.
Kapetanova kuća: (Mali Ston): slightly more formal, with a wider Dalmatian seafood menu. Recent diners report €45–50 per person.
Konobas in Ston town: grilled fish and Pelješac wine, with mains at roughly €15–25.

Budget €25–40 per person for a lunch of oysters, a side dish and wine. Dinner with a main course and a bottle of wine for two can reach €100+.

Get a bill with itemised prices. Some diners have reported receiving a bill showing only the total, so ask for the breakdown.

Opinion: Where to Save

Skip ordering whole fish by weight at the waterfront restaurants unless the price per kilo is confirmed first. Oysters, mussels and a grilled dish give far better value than a €90-per-kilo catch.

Wine and Drinks

Pelješac is known for Plavac Mali red wine. Wine by the glass at a konoba is typically in the €3–6 range, and bottles in restaurants carry a higher markup than at a local cellar. Coffee in town is usually €2–3.

04Getting to Ston: Transport Costs

Own car from Dubrovnik: about 55–60 km, roughly 50 minutes each way. Fuel is the main cost, and parking in Ston and Mali Ston is limited in peak season.
Bus: Regional buses run between Dubrovnik and Ston, with fares typically in the €8–12 range each way. Check current timetables, since frequency drops outside summer.
Guided tours: Half-day oyster and walls tours start at about €180–200 for private formats, and full-day tours with wine and saltworks cost much more.

A rental car gives the best flexibility and lets you add a winery stop on the peninsula. Private tours are usually not worth the extra cost for a simple Ston visit, since the walls and restaurants are easy to reach independently.

05Accommodation Costs

Most visitors stay in Dubrovnik and visit for the day. Ston itself has small guesthouses, apartments and a few hotels, with rates that rise sharply from June to September. Book early for summer, and expect better value in May, June and September. The walls and restaurants are less crowded in shoulder season.

06Money-Saving Tips

Visit in spring or autumn. Walls remain open, crowds thin and room rates drop.
Skip the paid extras. The walls ticket covers everything on the climb.
Order oysters by the piece. Start with six and add more, rather than committing to a dozen.
Compare Bota Šare and Kapetanova kuća menus. They are less than 100 m apart, and some diners report similar quality at lower cost at Bota Šare.
Combine the walls, oysters and a winery in one trip. This avoids a second round trip from Dubrovnik.
Buy salt locally. Ston salt from the saltworks is inexpensive and light to carry.

07Sample Day Budget (Per Person, Self-Drive)

Walls ticket

Cost€10

Oysters (6) and mussels

Cost€15–25

Glass of wine and coffee

Cost€6–9

Fuel and parking share

Cost€10–20

Total

Costabout €40–65

Item	Cost
Walls ticket	€10
Oysters (6) and mussels	€15–25
Glass of wine and coffee	€6–9
Fuel and parking share	€10–20
Total	about €40–65

08Common Extra Costs

Parking in Mali Ston near the waterfront in peak months
Bottled water and snacks on the walls, where shade is limited
Cover charges or bread charges, which vary by restaurant
Boat trips to oyster farms, priced separately by operators

Card payments are widely accepted, but small konobas may prefer cash. Carry some euros for parking and small purchases.

Ston Cost Guide 2027: Prices for Walls, Food and Stays

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