Franciscan Monastery

Visit the historic Franciscan Monastery on Lopud island to appreciate its architectural beauty and serene atmosphere.

In their own words: “Lopud es una de las islas más bonitas del archipiélago, famosa por su monasterio franciscano pero, sobre todo, por la playa de Sunj, una de las más bellas del Adriático.”

Explore the ancient pharmacy, one of the oldest in the world, and admire the Romanesque cloister.

In their own words: “Duck off the Stradun and into the Franciscan Monastery to see where this city has been getting its meds since 1317. This place houses one of the oldest functioning pharmacies on the planet, and you can still check out the 14th-century mortars and hand-painted jars they used to mix up remedies.”

Explore the beautiful 14th-century cloister of the Franciscan Monastery, admiring its unique column carvings and peaceful garden.

In their own words: “Right next to the fountains is the Franciscan Monastery. The 14th century cloister is beautiful. Rows of double columns surrounding a peaceful garden with every single capital carved differently.”