a modern, laid-back lifestyle.
Split is the largest town in Dalmatia and the perfect jumping-off point for exploring the wider region, including the nearby islands of Hvar, Brač, Šolta, and Vis, as well as the Roman ruins of Salona. A local saying, 'Pomalo,' roughly translates to 'take it easy,' which perfectly captures Split's laid-back rhythm and relaxed atmosphere.
Split's Old Town is a popular highlight for visitors. Dating back 1,700 years, it is home to Diocletian's Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Exploring the palace and the cobblestone streets of the Old Town is a unique experience that deserves a full day in itself.
and cuisine off the beaten path.
Rich in cultural heritage and natural beauty, the northern port of Zadar and its surroundings are the perfect place to escape the busier southern Dalmatian coasts. As with many Croatian coastal towns, Zadar is home to an impressive Old Town with medieval fortifications and Roman ruins.
Exploring Zadar and its surroundings will always involve a lot of good eating! Local specialties include fresh seafood from the Adriatic, as well as lamb and vegetable dishes sourced from nearby villages. Local reputation has it that the best potatoes in Croatia are grown in the mountain villages around Zadar, so be sure to try them!
Zadar is home to an
impressive Old Town
with medieval fortifications
and Roman ruins.
in Croatia's Premier Archipelago
and historical treasures.
The Kornati archipelago—147 islands grouped around the main island of Kornat—is a popular sailing destination. Designated a national park since 1980, these uninhabited islands have a unique, stark, and unspoiled environment with little vegetation and imposing rocky outcrops. The beaches, while often pebbly, are blessed with amazingly clear waters perfect for leisurely swims and diving.
Šibenik, on the Dalmatian coast, is a common starting-off point for exploring the Kornati Islands. Dominated by an imposing Gothic cathedral near the seafront, Šibenik's Old Town streets can be explored right up to the ruins of a 16th-century fortress at the highest point of the town.
a real-life fantasy world.
Dubrovnik is a popular place to start or end a sailing tour through the wider Dalmatian region and is one of Croatia's most famous tourist destinations, not least due to its role as King's Landing in the TV series Game of Thrones!
'The Pearl of the Adriatic' offers a wide range of sights, including its preserved fortifications and city walls, the 15th-century Rector's Palace, the Franciscan Monastery, the Cathedral of the Assumption, and the impressive 16th-century Sponza Palace.
A short 10-minute ferry ride from Dubrovnik will get you to the lush island of Lokrum, which is home to a medieval Benedictine Monastery and is full of popular swimming spots.
Dubrovnik offers a wide range of sights,
including its preserved fortifications and
city walls, the 15th-century Rector's Palace,
the Franciscan Monastery, the Cathedral of
the Assumption, and the impressive
16th-century Sponza Palace.
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