The most beautiful cities in Croatia
The best of the cities of Croatia
For most travelers and vacationers, Croatia is synonymous with beautiful swimming on the Adriatic Sea. But you will also find a number of very beautiful cities, mostly former rich ports. Let's take a look at the most beautiful of them.
Dubrovnik
The most beautiful city on the Adriatic
Dubrovnik can be found in the most visited area of Croatia – Dalmatia. It is without a doubt the most beautiful Croatian city on the Adriatic. Thanks to its uniqueness, it is also listed in the UNESCO cultural heritage. The historic center is surrounded by massive walls, which have a really beautiful view. The center of the fortifications is the impressive fortress of St. Jana continue reading
Split
The largest city in Dalmatia
The city of Split is the largest city in Dalmatia and is the second largest city in Croatia. 180,000 people live here. The city of Split was founded in the 3rd century by the Roman emperor Diocletian, who left Salona and had Diocletian's palace built here. It is now listed in UNESCO. It is one of the main destinations of every tourist. It is also possible to visit the underground of Split or the very famous Riva embankment. It is also possible to swim on the beaches. You can get here by air, train, car or bus. continue reading
Trogir
Croatian Venice
Trogir is one of the most visited cities in Dalmatia. Its origin dates back to the 3rd century Greek. A small town about 10 km from Kastela. The main center is its island, where there is a castle from the 15th century. Apparently, the Croatian Venice gained its nickname through a large number of alleys. Trogir has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1997. On the waterfront it is possible to watch a parade of moored yachts. The town offers countless shops. Especially with souvenirs, which came to me more suitable than, for example, in Split. continue reading
Rovinj
Pearl of Istria
Rovinj is a Croatian fishing port on the west coast of the Istrian peninsula. The old town stands on a promontory with houses glued together leading to the waterfront. A tangle of cobbled streets will take you up the hill to the church of St. Euphemia, whose tower dominates the city skyline. continue reading
Zadar
The capital of Dalmatia
Zadar is a very lively city in the north of Dalmatia, which is located partly on the mainland and partly on a small peninsula. The city lies on the Adriatic Highway, 20 km from the highway but is also easily accessible by air from Zemunik Airport. Zadar is a suitable destination both for swimming and for admiring the historical monuments, which the city has a lot, mostly Romanesque and Renaissance buildings. continue reading
Šibenik
City of fortresses
Sibenik is a medieval town founded by Croats. It successfully resisted the invaders. Especially the Ottoman Empire. Thanks to its walls and fortress, in 2017 it became a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The most valuable building in Šibenik is the Cathedral of St. Jakuba. It was built in the years 1433–1555 and represents the most valuable Gothic-Renaissance building in all of Croatia. Today, this cathedral is a popular place for fans of the Game of Thrones saga. 13 km from Šibenik is a popular place, the Krka National Park. continue reading
Nin
The oldest Croatian royal city
Nin is a small town which, at its peaceful pace, rests on the coast of the southern part of the Nin Bay, about 17 km north of Zadar. Nevertheless, it boasts numerous proud attributes, such as „the city of the glorious past“, „the oldest Croatian royal city“, „one of the main cultural centers of the early Croatian state“, „the seat of the so-called Croatian bishop, whose jurisdiction covered almost all of present-day Croatia.“ with the smallest cathedral in the world "and many more. So it's worth your visit and a short tour. continue reading
Zagreb
The capital of Croatia
The capital of Croatia – Zagreb – is worth visiting and walking through the old town, parks and visiting local businesses. The city is an important transport hub between the Adriatic Sea and Central Europe. The center of Zagreb has the character of a typical city of the Habsburg monarchy. The historic core of the city is made up of parts of the Upper Town with Kaptol, and the younger Lower Town. Gradec – Upper Town – is one of the best preserved historical centers in Croatia. continue reading
Omis
A city with a beautiful mountain scenery
Omis is a small Croatian town located at the so-called Omis Gorge (estuary of the river Cetina into the sea). It is the panorama of the limestone mountains that rise directly above the city that give it the right atmosphere continue reading
Rijeka
3rd largest city in Croatia
Rijeka is a port city in northern Croatia and the third largest in the country. It is also the capital of the Primorje-Gorski Kotar County and the seat of the Catholic Archbishopric. It is located in the Kvarner Bay of the Adriatic Sea, east of Istria. Its name is derived from the river that flows through the city. It is an important industrial city with a shipyard, an oil refinery and an oil pipeline terminal. continue reading
The town of Umag
North step gate in Istria
Umag is a town on the Croatian Istrian peninsula in the very north, just a few kilometers from the border with Slovenia. Here you will find the remains of the city walls from the 10th century, including the gate and drawbridge. The dominant feature of the town is the church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary and the bell tower from the 17th century located on the square. In the port you can walk along the historic stone pier from the 19th century. continue reading
Novigrad
In Zadar
About 30 minutes drive from Zadar in the bay of Novogradské sea you will find the picturesque port of Novigrad. The town is a picturesque fishing village with the dominant ruins of a castle, which overlooks the hill above the town into the cut bay, but also the nearby mountains in the NP Paklenica. The town is very quiet. Locals say it's colder and windier here. Combinations of old stone with new houses are glued together and converge on a slope in a labyrinth of winding streets. continue reading
