Tourist guide Croatia

Complete guide to tourist attractions in Croatia. Discover, explore and visit natural and cultural sights, events and points of interest, and spend an unforgettable vacation in Croatia! Top 10 reasons to visit Croatia!

10 attractions

Sports center Primošten

Primošten

Sports center Primošten is located on the peninsula of Raduča and belongs to the hotel Zora in Primošten. Here, all guests and tourists can use and enjoy tennis, table tennis, and mini golf. Beach volleyball and basketball courts are free of charge. It is an ideal place for sports activities because...

The old town of Karlovac (star)

Karlovac

Star is the name for the oldest part of the town of Karlovac, built in the 16th century. It is characterized by a six-pointed shape - the shape of a renaissance star. It is bounded by defensive barrows and earth embankments, surrounded on the outside by an avenue of wild chestnut trees. Inside the s...

Plava beach

Vodice

Plava beach (Blue beach) is one of the most beautiful beaches in Vodice. It is located along the seafront promenade that connects Vodice and Tribunj. This beautiful pebble beach offers everything you need for the perfect vacation - restaurants, bars, entertainment and sports facilities, deck chairs...

Church of St. George

Primošten

Church of St. George is located in the middle of an old town Primošten on the top of the peninsula. It was built in the 15th century and was thoroughly reconstructed in 1760. It has the icon of the Blessed Virgin Mary with silver jewelry and St. Mary with St. Luke and George, the work of master Cusi...

St. Mark's church

Zagreb

The attractive church of St. Mark is one of the symbols of Zagreb. The church is located on St. Mark's square in the upper town of Zagreb, and it is a cultural property of the Republic of Croatia. The church of St. Mark was built in the 13th century in Romanesque style, and from the original buildin...

Church of St. Euphemia

Rovinj

The symbol of the city of Rovinj, the church of St. Euphemia is situated on the top of a hill in the old town. At the site of today's St. Euphemia's church was a small church of St. George, originally built in the 7th century. Because of the many pilgrims who came to see the sarcophagus of St. Euphe...

The old town of Dubovac

Karlovac

The old town of Dubovac is located only 2 kilometers from the center of Karlovac. Construction is believed to have begun in the late 12th or early 13th century. It is first mentioned in historical church records in 1339 when the settlement received its first pastor. It is a city that was not conquer...

Advent in Zagreb

Zagreb

Every year during December, Zagreb sparkles with a different shine, mainly due to pre-Christmas manifestation Advent in Zagreb, which is held at several locations in Zagreb. Advent in Zagreb is adorned with attractive Christmas decorations, a rich gastronomic offer and a cultural and entertaining pr...

Crveno lake

Imotski

World phenomenon Crveno lake (Red lake) is a karst sinkhole or a karst lake near the city of Imotski. Crveno lake is known for its extremely steep cliffs that surround it, reaching more than 240 meters above water level. The total depth of the lake is 528 meters, while the deepest point of the lake...

Male Vrulje beach

Vodice

Male Vrulje beach is a beautiful pebble beach located on the south part of Vodice. The beach is located at the beginning of the seafront promenade which goes all the way to Srima. Since the entrance to the sea is shallow, Male Vrulje beach is ideal for families with children. Pine trees along the pr...

Why visit Croatia?

Top 10 reasons to visit Croatia

1 5835 km of coastline
The Adriatic shore of Croatia is the most indented coastline in the Mediterranean making it an oasis for numerous summer activities. Croatia's Adriatic Sea mainland coast is 1777 kilometers long, while its 1246 islands and islets have a further 4058 kilometers of coastline making a total of 5835 kilometers coastline. A paradise for sailing, boat trips, summer vacation, enjoying on beaches, water sports, and explorations.

2 1246 islands and islets
The largest islands in the Adriatic are Cres and Krk (405 km²) and the tallest is Brač (Vidova gora - 780 meters above sea level). Out of 1246 Croatian islands, islets, and rocks, 47 of them are permanently inhabited. The most populous islands are Krk and Korčula (a little bit more than 15000 residents).

3 10 UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Although a small country, Croatia has a rich culture and history. Listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List are: Plitvice Lakes National Park, Euphrasian Basilica in Poreč, Diocletian's Palace and medieval Split, the Old City of Dubrovnik, historic city of Trogir, Stari Grad plain on the island of Hvar, the cathedral of St. James in Šibenik, stećci - medieval tombstones, Venetian works of defense between 16th and 17th centuries (fortress of St. Nikola in Šibenik and defense system in Zadar), and primeval beech forests of the Carpathians and other regions of Europe (national parks North Velebit and Paklenica).

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4 8 national parks
Brijuni, Kornati, Krka, Mljet, Paklenica, Plitvice lakes, Risnjak, and North Velebit are national parks in Croatia. The oldest, largest, and most popular Croatian National Park is Plitvice lakes, but each national park is unique and worth of visit. You can swim in emerald waters of river Krka, hike and climb on Velebit mountain, sail between hundreds of islands of Kornati, dive in crystal clear Adriatic sea on the island of Mljet, or explore many waterfalls in Plitvice.

5 Natural and geographical diversity
Thanks to its 3 very distinct geographic regions (Adriatic, Dinaric, and Continental/Pannonian), Croatia is abundant with natural beauties. Croatia occupies the largest part of the eastern coast of the Adriatic sea which, as a part of the Mediterranean sea, penetrates deepest into European soil. The narrow Dinaric Alps (Dinarides) mountain range separates the Adriatic (Mediterranean) region from central European continental part. Continental Croatia spans from the easterly edges of the Alps in the North-West to the shores of the Danube in the East, encompassing the southern part of the fertile Pannonian lowlands.

6 Spectacular beaches
Croatia is famed for its scenic beaches and crystal clear sea that almost every place on the coast has. One of the most well-known beaches is Zlatni Rat (Golden Cape) in Bol on the island of Brač and Nugal beach in Makarska. Most beaches on the Croatian Adriatic coast are pebbles but there are also sandy beaches that are very popular for families with children and one of the most famous sandy beaches is Paradise beach in Lopar on the island of Rab. It is no surprise that Croatia and Adriatic coast is as a tourist magnet attracting visitors from all around the world.

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Split - Dalmatia

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Istria

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Kvarner region

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Continental Croatia

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Zadar - Dalmatia

7 Pleasant climate
The areas along the Adriatic coast have a pleasantly mild Mediterranean climate with a large number of sunny days, summers are hot and dry and winters are mild and wet. When is the best time to visit? We would say spring (May and June) and autumn (September and October) to avoid the peak season crowds. May and the first half of June is a great time to visit Croatia, as temperatures have already risen to pleasant levels and days are longer and longer. September and early October have sunny weather with very warm temperatures, and the sea is warm enough for swimming. You’ll also get a greater choice of private accommodation in Croatia and can dodge high prices during main season.

8 Olive oil, wine, and Croatian cuisine
The coastal region of Croatia is characterized by the influences of Mediterranean cuisines. It features many seafood specialties (squid, cuttlefish, octopus, shrimp, lobster...) prepared in various ways, olive oil, prosciutto, various vegetables, Dalmatian wines such as Babić, Malvasia, Prosecco and Vrbnik Žlahtina, and various liqueurs like the famous Maraschino. Continental Croatia cuisine is rich with meat products, freshwater fish, and vegetables. Istrian and Dalmatian olive oil is exceptional, the extra virgin quality, and you can participate in olive harvest during October and November and experience local customs and traditional way of life.

9 Easy to reach and super safe
Thanks to its geographical position and excellent road connections (modern highways) it only takes couple of hours drive from Austria, Slovenia, Italy, Czech Republic, Hungary, Slovakia to reach Croatia and Adriatic coast. There are many air lines between Croatia (Zagreb, Zadar, Pula, Split, Dubrovnik) and major European citys (inluding lowcost flights). In Croatia, you will feel super safe as crime rates are among lowest in the world, but it makes sense to be careful in public places, especially train and bus stations in major cities.

10 Laganini (Mediterranean) lifestyle
Did you know Laganini is a Croatian slang word? Laganini means to go slowly without any rush, but its true meaning is much more than that. Laganini is a state of mind, slowness rather than fatigue, lowering from a higher speed to a slower speed, or how to learn to appreciate a slower lifestyle. And Croatians would say "Samo Laganini", in literal translation - "go slowly", because it is a lifestyle. Similar to the Mediterranean style of living a more simple life outdoors which has a slow pace and of course accompanied by healthy Mediterranean food.