Orebic is situated on the south-western part of the Peljesac peninsula, in the county of Dubrovnik - Croatia. It lies at the bottom of the St. Elias hill (St. Ilija 961m) and  opposite to the island of Korcula. The distance from Dubrovnik is 112km.
Orebic is found at the end of 15th and beginning of 16th century, in the area of Republic of Dubrovnik (Ragusa). Since its beginning, Orebic is turned to sea as the source of living. In the year 1586 seamen family "Orebici" refurbished fort within fortified settlement, named after them - Orebic. Since 17th century, boats from Peljesac constituted important part of Dubrovnik merchant navy. Ship-owner families became even mightier by organizing and investing in co-owned sailing ships. Their rise continues under the government of Austrian monarchy, especially in the second half of the 19th century. Cooperative society for "building (and exploitation) of long range navigation vessels", later "Maritime society of Peljesac" was found in  1865, and in 1875 they got equipment for the naval yard in Orebic. Shipyard was formally opened by Czar Franz Joseph of Austrian monarchy. It was mostly used for repairing of ships, and during its existence (13 years) it built 3 long range navigation sailing ships.

For those who like to experience history and atmosphere of town among physical remains of its past, Orebic offers numerous authentic monuments of past maritime and economic good and bad times. The most important sites in Orebic are: Franciscan Monastery, Municipal building, Maritime society of Peljesac building-harbour, Church of Our Lady of Loret and Church of Christian's helpers.
Maritime museum is located in the center of Orebic. It was founded in 1957 with a diverse historic material of that vital activity in local scope. Archaeology department consists mainly of Roman, Pagan and early Christian artifacts from everyday life and fragments of artwork.

Orebic offers to its visitors pure environment, untouched nature with hundred years old pines and cypress trees almond trees, agaves and flowers, long pebble-sandy beaches and numerous small bays with crystal clear sea water.
All those seeking more active vacation, Peljesac offers various possibilities of recreation at sea: from swimming, windsurfing (ideal locations in Peljesac channel in front of the Punta Liberan and tourist complex Perna), water skiing, rowing and sailing, underwater fishing. Scuba diving offers exploration of various sea flora and fauna and underwater archaeological finds.

There are also taverns and cafes with great service, great food and famous local wines as Dingac, Postup and Peljesac. Traditional hospitality in Orebic remains attractive factor for tourists who like to spend their holidays surrounded by beauty.
Orebic offers various types of accommodation from small family hotels, exclusive private villas to very affordable double rooms in private houses.
Orebić is a town of sea-captains. With its ideal position, it is located in the perfect spot for your vacation. On your vacation in Orebić you can: - swim - bask in the sun - visit the Maritime Museum - visit the Franciscan monastery with one of the most beautiful observation towers on the Mediterranean - hike.. Orebić is a town where you will certainly get some well-deserved rest!

Come and discover all the charms of Orebic!