Croatia is a great country for budget travel. Holidays in Croatia

Hello friends! Our article today will be dedicated to Croatia, and specifically to those cities and resorts of this wonderful country where you can go on vacation with your child.

Tourism in Croatia is mainly relaxation and quite expensive (when compared with Montenegro). There are few resorts and entertainment venues where discos thunder all night long.

The main resort and tourist regions of the country are the Istrian Peninsula and the Kvarner Bay with its coastal strip separating it from the mainland, Central and Southern Dalmatia.

Istria and the Kvarner coast

This is a well-known tourist region with many ancient towns perched on the hills, with an abundance of ancient pine trees, deciduous forests, Mediterranean vegetation, with a rocky coastline, concrete piers extending far into the sea, a mild climate, clear sea and excellent cuisine. Not far from Istria there is a popular Croatian attraction - Plitvice Lakes.

The main cities in the region are Rovinj, Porec, Medulin, Umag, Vrsar, Novigrad, Pula, Rabac, Lovran, Opatija, the islands of Krk, Losinj, Cres, Rab, Pag and Brijuni.

The beaches in this region are predominantly rocky natural plateaus and stones, concrete artificial platforms, as well as small lagoons with pebbles.

The disadvantages of the region are a large number of tourists during the season and the beaches are not as comfortable as in Central Dalmatia.

By the way, Istria is located not far from Italy. And this is a convenient opportunity to visit there while vacationing in Croatia. Venice can be reached by sea from the city of Pula, where the airport is located, in 3.5 hours.

Resorts of Istria

Rovinj- a fashionable resort on the Adriatic and one of the most charming medieval towns in the province of Istria with Venetian houses and old cobbled streets.

There are a lot of beaches here, but they are all rocks, pebbles and concrete platforms. The sea is crystal clear, the climate is mild Mediterranean. In the surrounding area there are 22 islands, the most picturesque and largest of which are the islands of St. Catherine and St. Andrew.

Porec– a resort with clear water in lagoons, with numerous beaches, beautiful embankment, ancient groves and medieval buildings. It is considered the most party place on the Istrian peninsula, and its hotels are the best on the coast.

The beaches are predominantly rocky plateaus and concrete platforms. Distance from Pula airport – 60 km.

So that children do not get bored in Croatian Porec and get the most out of a joint holiday with their parents at this resort, in addition warm sea they need active recreation and age-appropriate entertainment.

And since the beaches of Porec are not an ideal option (pebble bottom and descent into the water along stone slabs), then you can go with your children by ferry to the island of St. Nicholas (20 minutes on the way). Its cozy beaches are much more pleasant for swimming and sunbathing. At the same time you can take a look ancient castle, lighthouse, take a walk in a fairly dense forest, where, among other forest animals, you can even find peacocks.

And if you visit the Baredine cave, you can admire stalagmites, stalactites and a 60-meter underground lake with unique amphibians living in it.

Resort Umag popular among fans of various sports. There are plenty of tennis courts, basketball courts and mini golf. There is an equestrian center. The beaches here are mostly rocky.

Medulin– a resort located in the Medulin Bay in the south of the Istrian peninsula (11 km from Pula). The beaches at this resort are varied: concrete platforms, pebbles and even sandy ones. Young people who play sports like to relax here.

For family vacation a small village will do Novigrad with gently sloping pebble beaches, so rare in this region.

Families with children also like to relax in a resort town surrounded by greenery. Rabac, descending to the sea in terraces. The beaches here are small, cozy, with large and small pebbles.

Krk Island with amazing beautiful nature and mild Mediterranean climate, it is connected to the mainland by a road bridge, which can be considered a tourist attraction. The beaches on the island are sand and pebble, with a good entrance to the sea.

There are ancient monasteries, medieval fortified cities, karst caves, vineyards. The shores are bizarre jagged line, due to which many small bays protected from the wind with cozy beaches are formed, among which there are even sandy ones.

The resorts of the island of Krka (the town of Malinska, Halkdovo) with developed children's infrastructure (special beaches, slides, playgrounds) are good for family holidays.

Another plus of this resort is the delicious local cuisine in family taverns.

Of the minuses, perhaps, we can note the short swimming season– only 3 summer months.

Central Dalmatia

Central Dalmatia is a large part of the mainland, the center of the Adriatic coast and many islands (the most famous are Brac and Hvar).

The main resorts of sunny Dalmatia with a mild climate, with sea healing water, containing beneficial microelements and salts: Split, Sibenik, Vodice, Trogir, Primosten, Baska Voda, Brela, Podgora, Tucepi, islands of Brac and Hvar.

Here, in the valley of the Krka River, is located national park Krka, and not far from Sibenik and the city of Zadar - Kornati Park.

The beaches of Central Dalmatia are the best on the coast. Small pebbles, pine trees near the water and a mild climate attract families with children to local resorts.

Resorts of Central Dalmatia

Makarska Riviera- a region of Central Dalmatia beloved by tourists, stretching for tens of kilometers along the coast at the base the most beautiful mountains Biokovo. Here are best beaches and resorts in Croatia for family holidays: Baska Voda, Makarska, Brela, Tucepi.

Located in a quiet bay at the foot of the mountains resort town OK Makarska, surrounded by two peninsulas. The beaches at this resort are pebbly, the place is calm and quiet.

Tucepi– a modern young resort that can be recommended for families with children. It is protected from the wind by the rocky islands of Brac and Hvar from the sea, and from the coast by the Biokovo mountain range. The town of Makarska is 3 km away.

The beach here is long, small-pebble, with an easy entrance. The resort has several hotels with swimming pools, children's animation and affordable prices.

Baska Voda– another cozy resort town on the Makarska Riviera (located 75 km from the airport, 60 km from Split). Its advantage is small pebble and even sandy beaches, which are very rare to find in Croatia.

Brela is a small resort famous for its long Punta Rata beach and the cleanest sea on the Adriatic. Its peculiarity is pine trees growing almost at the surf line and small pebbles.

There are two more in Central Dalmatia resort region: Sibenik region with the resorts Sibenik, Vodice, Primosten and Split region with the resorts of Trogir, Split, Podgora and the islands of Hvar and Brac.

Sibenik– by Croatian standards the city is quite large and beautiful. Tourists come here for the sights (3 national parks, more than ten temples and ancient cathedrals with unusual roofs and facades, the Cathedral of St. James).

You can get here from Split and Dubrovnik airports.

A few kilometers from the city, the city's small-pebble, rocky beaches and beach hotels. Cons: few good sandy beaches.

Vodice- Very green resort small town with tangerine and olive gardens. It stretches along the sea with a coastal strip of 12 km. Beaches are small pebbles. It is characterized by a developed resort infrastructure and availability of evening entertainment.

Cozy and quiet resort Primosten suitable for a leisurely holiday. It is located on the Raducha Peninsula (60 km from Split). Beaches are small areas covered with pebbles, but mostly they are rocky platforms. The water is very clean and transparent.

Split – seaport and the country's largest city, located between southern Dubrovnik and Zadar. It conditionally divides Dalmatia into two parts. The airport is located 25 km from the city.

Here good beaches– small pebbles and pebbles with a gentle entrance into the transparent bright turquoise sea. The climate is Mediterranean, mild. Pine trees grow near the water.

At this resort you can see monuments unique architecture a variety of architectural styles, historical objects. Its historical center with its main attraction - the ruins of Diocletian's Palace - is included in the UNESCO list.

From the sea, Split is surrounded by the islands: Brac, Vis, Drvenik, Hvar, Solta, Biševo, with which it is connected by ferry service. Visiting them will help you better understand the original Croatia.

Trogir- a small but very interesting town 27 kilometers from Split. Its uniqueness is that the historical part of the town is located on an island (included in the UNESCO list), which is connected by a bridge to the island of Ciovo on one side, and on the other is connected by a bridge to the mainland.

There are no beaches in the city itself, but there is a port. You can get to the swimming spots on foot, by water, by bus or taxi. The beaches are pebble, and sea urchins are often found.

Podgora– the most cozy resort town in Central Dalmatia with pine forests, Mediterranean vegetation, with olive gardens, excellent small-pebble beaches. This resort can be included in the list of places for family holidays in Croatia.

Brac– one of large islands Adriatic Sea(its length is 40 km, width – 12 km), covered with lavender fields, pine forests, olive and grape groves.

From Split you can get to the island by ferry in an hour. You can stay here for a couple of days. The reward will be the best beaches in Croatia (small pebbles and sand) and an interesting educational program.

There are two resort towns on the island - Bol and Supetar. Near Bol (tourist center of the Adriatic) – famous beach"Golden Cape".

Brac is good for a relaxing family holiday without the hustle and bustle of city noise.

One of the downsides is that you can only get to the island by taking a ferry.

Hvar- the sunniest and longest island of the Adriatic with small medieval islands, stunning aromas of lavender and rosemary, lush subtropical vegetation, with sandy, small-pebble and pebble beaches.

The main resort of the island is Elsa ( port city) with beautiful sandy beaches, the sandy bay of Milna and the Soline thermal spa on the Glavica peninsula.

The island of Hvar, with its excellent climate and relaxed, secluded atmosphere, is more suitable for nightlife lovers and young people.

South Dalmatia

This is a land of mountains and islands with the most famous wines and the best oysters. The beaches here are rocky, pebble and concrete. There are also sandy ones in the Dubrovnik area on the islands.

The coastal part of Dalmatia is stunningly picturesque thanks to the forests and ridges of the magnificent Dinaric Mountains stretching along the coast for hundreds of kilometers.

Resorts in the region: Neum, Dubrovnik, Cavtat, Plat, Slano, Mlini and the islands closest to Dubrovnik - Korcula, Kolocep and Mljet.

Resorts of South Dalmatia

Dubrovnik– “the pearl of the Adriatic”, the most beautiful city in Europe according to UNESCO, which you should definitely visit. You can’t really sunbathe on the sand here, because the city is interesting primarily as a unique attraction.

It is famous for its excellent ecology and climate, clean sea, bays, many hotels and restaurants, perfectly preserved medieval architecture, and ancient ruins.

The beaches are mostly concrete platforms, pebbly, stony and rocky. And this is definitely a minus for children's recreation. In addition, it can be especially hot here in the summer months.

Picturesque resort Cavtat- an old, like a “toy” town with paths for walking along the sea, with Mediterranean nature, with well-groomed pebble beaches. There are areas with sandy beach, bordered by thickets of cypresses and pine trees, which is extremely rare to see in Croatia.

Plat– a small green resort (12 km from Dubrovnik). Those who love peace and quiet prefer to relax here. This is facilitated by the presence of 4 small pebble beaches at the resort.

Mlini– a resort 10 km from Dubrovnik and 12 km from the airport. The beaches here are small pebbles, with the exception of a sandy beach near the village in the village of Srebreno.

Kolocep Island with two small villages located almost next to each other (they are separated by a distance of 3 km), it is famous for its impeccably clean air. Hotels are represented on the island by a single hotel and a sandy beach opposite.

Korcula Island- big and very beautiful island The Adriatic with Mediterranean vegetation and centuries-old pine trees completely covering the island, with beaches in quiet bays covered with pebbles and sand. In addition, the island is the birthplace of the traveler Marco Polo, which, by the way, the Croatians are incredibly proud of.

The resort is suitable for a relaxing holiday in silence and privacy.

Here you can visit the vineyards and get acquainted with the technology of wine production. In the summer, knightly costume performances are held on the island.

Korcula is the main island city, famous for its city wall and the house museum of Marco Polo.

The downside is that the mistral wind often blows, which, however, is very popular with surfers.

For the most part Mljet Islands there is a protected reserve with small bays, beautiful beaches, quiet paths for walking.

Beaches on the island of pebbles and sand in a sheltered bay with natural shade from nearby coniferous trees. You can also swim in the local salt lakes.

Croatia can be classified as one of those countries that attract, like a magnet, tourists who have been here once, forcing them to discover something new every time on the beautiful coastline in fabulous medieval towns, in legendary castles that awaken imagination, on islands with wild nature, forests, lakes and waterfalls. Such diverse entertainment is especially to the taste of the most fastidious travelers - our children. You can read more about the attractions in one of the following articles.

Have a nice holiday! For now, for now...

Croatia is very popular destination at Russian tourists. But due to the long coastline from north to south, people often find it difficult to choose a place in Croatia to spend their holidays.

I would like to talk a little about choosing a resort for a holiday in Croatia. Any part of the coast of this country is beautiful and interesting, but there are some nuances that are necessary when choosing a vacation spot.

Istria

The northernmost region is called Istria. It is a large peninsula shaped like an inverted triangle. It is located very close to Italy, which adds a certain touch to local life. For example, lives here large group ethnic Italians, Italian cuisine and the Italian language are very common.

The peninsula is literally surrounded by greenery, and, accordingly, there is wonderful air here, which has the best effect on the functioning of the lungs, circulatory system and skin condition. Located to the north of all other regions, the peninsula usually does not suffer from too hot summers, therefore it is very popular among those for whom heat is contraindicated. The only thing that can spoil your stay here is that there are no beaches here in the sense in which we imagine them. Usually in the city it is either a descent into the sea along a staircase from stones, or a cast concrete platform. Probably, not every family will be ready to constantly monitor their children and carry a first aid kit with them to smear their knees with brilliant green and iodine. In some places outside the city there are sandy pebble beaches.

The easiest way to get to Istria is by plane; the airport is located in the city of Pula. There is also a railway station in the city.

Rich in historical sights, Pula It is not a resort town, but rather an excursion destination. City beaches are concrete platforms or rocky cliffs.

Rovinj– the most suitable of the cities in Istria for holidays with children. There are several pebble beaches that are suitable for children. The city itself, washed on three sides by the sea, is very beautiful, with narrow cobbled streets and numerous restaurants. The city harbor is often visited expensive yachts. Of all tourist cities Istria, Rovinj is the most visited.

In cities Porec And Umag beaches - concrete platform and poorer infrastructure.

Opatija– a resort located away from the rest, in the Gulf of Rijeka. This city is more spacious than others and very green. The beaches of Opatija stretch for many kilometers and consist of an alternation of concrete platforms and a staircase descent from stones.

To sum up, we can say that Istria is a wonderful place that is most suitable for a holiday that does not involve exclusively spending time on the beach.

Northern Dalmatia

The next coast is Northern Dalmatia. This region is absolutely stunning and deservedly popular among tourists. In addition to the long, rugged bays coastline and numerous islands scattered in the sea, the infrastructure is well developed here. Almost the entire coast belongs to national natural parks.

The center of the region is the city Zadar, which has a rich historical past and is therefore very interesting to get acquainted with. The city beaches of Zadar are mostly small-pebble, perfectly equipped for relaxation.

There is a small town near Zadar Ning, whose beaches are considered the best in northern Dalmatia. There are both wide pebble beaches and sandy ones. This place is ideal for families with children.

Young people should like the city Pag, located on island of the same name. The island is famous both for its beaches and for its many discos and nightclubs.

Great beaches are in cities Biograd na moru And Shebenik, many of which fly a blue flag. Shebenik is perfect for children - there is an aquarium and many playgrounds.

Central Dalmatia

The central part of the Croatian coast is called Central Dalmatia. Some people think that this is the most beautiful coast. Coniferous forests they approach directly to beaches hidden in bays, and the sea is clean and transparent. The beaches of this region are very popular among parents with children, and this is not surprising. Where else can you feed a squirrel on the beach that has jumped from the nearest pine tree? There are playgrounds and sports grounds for children. Young people thirsting for fun and parties may find it a bit boring here, but for all other people, Central Dalmatia is perfect for relaxing and restoring vitality after a long winter.

The capital of central Dalmatia is the city Split, which is interesting not only for its excellent beaches, but also for its architecture. The city was founded more than 1,700 years ago, which could not but affect its appearance.

Makarska Riviera stretches for 60 km and is the main tourist center of Central Dalmatia. It is located at the foot of mountain range Biokovo, towering above her and protecting her from the winds. Business card The beaches of this region are small pebbles and pine trees, which come almost close to the beach.

The Makarska Riviera includes the resorts of Brela, Baska Voda, Makarska and small villages. The coast is ideal for families with children and people who prefer a relaxing holiday.

South Dalmatia

The southern part of Dalmatia extends from the city of Gradac to the border with Montenegro and is a very popular and famous place thanks to Dubrovnik, which is called the pearl of the Adriatic.

Dubrovnik is visited by a huge flow of tourists who want to see this wonderful city with their own eyes, the historical center of which is included in the list world heritage UNESCO. Here it is pleasant to stroll along the narrow streets leading onto the main street, Stradun, or to walk around the entire city along the fortress wall and be delighted with the views. The city has many expensive luxury hotels.

There are several beaches near Dubrovnik, including sandy ones. In the old town, the beaches are mostly rocky or pebble.

In small towns located near Dubrovnik, the beaches are most often pebble and have a gentle slope into the sea. Many of them offer various water activities, including for children.

Prices

Hotel prices in Croatia are by no means budget, and many families prefer to book apartments. On average, prices for apartments located within walking distance of the beach start from 60 euros per night in June and rise to 80 in August. Prices for 3-star hotels, for example in the city of Rovinj, start from 800 Euro for 7 nights in June.

What is an advantage and advantage for some tourists is a huge disadvantage for others, so when choosing a resort in Croatia, it is important to pay attention to the following points:

Availability of a beach that meets your needs;

Availability of infrastructure that is necessary for your complete rest;

Opportunity to visit excursions and interesting places;

Does the concept of the selected resort meet your needs?

If the choice is made correctly, then when you return from Croatia, you will remember your vacation with delight.

Going to Croatia, we didn't really know much about the country. Facts from Wikipedia, numerous texts in the spirit of “charming streets”, “clean sea”, “delicious seafood”, delights, descriptions of excursions. I wanted a clear and reliable comparison of cities with each other. Why go to Istria and not Dalmatia? Why is Makarska so much better than Krk that more tours are offered to the first city? How many days to spend in Dubrovnik and how many in Rijeka?

Therefore, we decided to go on an exciting road trip and see everything largest cities coast, the island of Krk (connected to the mainland by a bridge and located some 50 kilometers from Opatija), Zagreb and “Krka”.

We personally visited every city we write about,
tried to visit different beaches everywhere,
They were brutally stupid, trusting the guidebook, and ended up in two or three towns that were “not ours at all,” and left the very next day.

Let's share all this.

Prelude: about us

To begin with, a lyrical digression. Have you ever arrived at a place that someone praised and thought: “God, what did they find here?”

So a little about us.

we traveled by car together: me and my beautiful beloved,
we are about 30 years old,
we are online freelance entrepreneurs, one of those who are always not at work, but always with a laptop,
to Croatia our best sea holiday I was in Greece. If you had a good time on the islands of Kos and Corfu, we are on the same wavelength. Croatia is also suitable for those who like Italy.

A couple of years ago we were disappointed in hotel holidays. Staying in good “fives”, we practically did not take advantage of any of their advantages.

Lazy all-inclusive is not for us: we spend a maximum of 3-5 hours on the beach, and the thirst for activity begins.

Hotel meals have always been a waste of money: we missed breakfast, skipped lunch on excursions, dined at different local establishments, each time in a new one.

We tried the luxurious infinity pool in the “five” in Corfu once – for a selfie. In other hotels, sometimes they didn’t even find a pool for 10 days of vacation. How, well, how can you exchange this gorgeous, clear, clean water for something chlorinated and over-chlorinated?!

Food: we eat healthy, so shrimp, fish steaks, squid, octopus, greens, vegetables are our everything! For breakfast – definitely buckwheat!

The beach of the town of Vrbnik on the island of Krk is loved and recommended by locals.

Delicious seafood – everywhere, but the oysters and fish were especially good at the Lim Fjord restaurant on the coast of the Lim Fjord, between Rovinj and Porec, and at the Frankopan restaurant in the city of Krk.

Lima Fjord: it’s worth going on an excursion here for the beautiful nature and delicious seafood.

Beautiful Old town(in order of priority): Dubrovnik, Split, Zadar, Sibenik, Rovinj. There are no ugly or uninteresting towns on the Adriatic coast, but if you want to see the very best, go here.

The most beautiful cities Croatia - in Dalmatia. The photo shows the Split embankment.

And the Old Town, and good beaches, and clean sea, and delicious seafood: Dubrovnik.

Dubrovnik is one of the most beautiful cities in the world.

To have the beach and the Old Town nearby: all except Pula and Rijeka. There is a beach near the Old Town, but it is not very large and convenient: Rovinj, Trogir, Dubrovnik. There is a city beach, but it is crowded: Split. The water is like this (it stagnates a little and with greenery): Sibenik.

The most amazing beach in the city center is in Zadar. There is a beach, a promenade, an old town, a lot of water activities, and two unique miracles of technology: a sea organ and a “salutation of the sun” installation.

The sea and the active rhythm of life in a big city: Dubrovnik, Split, Rijeka (but we do not recommend the latter for a sea holiday).

Calm sea holiday, silence: Umag (Istria), Volosko (near Opatija, Kvarner Bay), nearby - Crikvenica, Vodice (near Sibenik), Vrbnik (Krk). It is quiet here and at the same time a stone's throw from larger cities.

A special place in the suburbs of Pula – Premantura, park and beach Kamenjak

Hotel lazy holiday: Porec, Dubrovnik. , but not every city has five-star hotels. There are strong fours in Porec. There are many good luxury hotels and chain brands in Dubrovnik. But in general, to be honest, Croatia is not a country for lazy rest in the all-inclusive style and there are very few hotels operating according to this system

To see more interesting things: cities with good opportunities for beach holiday close to the most interesting places in the region: in Istria - Rovinj, in the Kvarner Bay area - Opatija, in Dalmatia - Split.

Opatija is one of the strategic points on the map of the Croatian coast. From here it is convenient to get to largest cities region and country.

Strategically correct route to continue to be surprised in every new city: from Umag to Dubrovnik. This way you will get maximum pleasure and impressions “increasingly”, with the maximum in Dubrovnik.

A strategically correct route for active sightseeing and, in the end, lying down like a seal on the beach: from Dubrovnik to Umag.

. If you like it to be hotter and the sea to be warmer, go to Dalmatia. The most southern cities– Dubrovnik, Split. If you need to improve your health, but get as little sun as possible, go to Istria: here the temperature of both air and water is 5 degrees lower than in Dubrovnik and Split. At the same time, in the area of Pula, Porec, Rovinj, the most unique beach areas are concentrated, located in coniferous parks. The thick shade from the pine trees that reach the water allows you to relax and not get sunburned, even while on the beach in the hottest sun. Therefore, there are many families with small children and women “in interesting position" Locals sometimes complain that the weather in Istria is unstable, there are cold currents, but we vacationed here in June, when the sea temperature was 25 degrees and the air temperature was 30. And it was very comfortable!

Croatia is divided into three main resort areas for beach holidays, namely:

Southern Dalmatia, which includes such settlements as Dubrovnik, Mljet, Lastovo, Plat, Cavtat, Mlini, Korcula, Slano and the Kolocep islands;
Central Dalmatia, which includes the resorts: Split, Baska Voda, Brela, Podgora, Vodice, Trogir, Sibenik, Makarska, Primosten, Tucepi, the islands of Hvar and Brac;
the Istrian peninsula, consisting of such settlements, like Umag, Opatija, Porec, Rovinj, Novigrad, Vrsar, Rabac, Pula, Lovran, Medulin, Brionia island;
The island of Krk, located in the Kvarner Bay.

And now about some resorts in detail.

Travel lovers say thatis a country within a country that delights even the most capricious tourists who have seen all sorts of wonders. They say that the legendary Jacques Cousteau was so admired by the locals depths of the sea, that he returned here more than once, since, according to his statements, he had never seen more clean sea. In addition to the pristine nature, cozy beaches And gentle sun, there are still a lot of advantages and interesting places in Dubrovnik.

History buffs will be delighted by the Old Town with its many architectural monuments, as well as medieval fortress, the construction of which was carried out by Napoleon himself. The harmonious combination of relaxation by the sea and exciting excursions makes Dubovnik attractive to tourists seeking to combine passive lying on the beach with an acquaintance with the historical heritage of Croatia. So a trip to Dubrovnik can easily be classified as a “must see”.

Ancient Porec, “registered” on the peninsula Istria- a paradise for young people, since it bears the title of the most party resort with an abundance of night entertainment and noisy, cheerful discos. Local hotels at the height of the season they are packed to capacity, because Porec is a favorite place for active, fashionable tourists who want to get everything out of life, who love to spend their holidays with almost no sleep, lying on the warm sand during the day, and “rocking” the dance floor. Porec is beautiful in different ways, depending on the time of day - during the day with the naturalness of the surrounding natural beauty, at night with millions of bright, colored lights that illuminate not only nightclubs, but also the windows of residential buildings and fences along the roads. The roads, by the way, also almost glow, because they shine very much, since they are paved from a special stone. In general, Porec is a flagship in the world of discos and night beach parties.

Once upon a time this was one of the brightest and popular resorts Croatia was just a modest village, living from fishing. Now everything has changed, many travelers from different parts stay here every year. globe, because the hospitable town of the Makarska Riviera captivates with its natural beauty, the purity of the sea and the softness of the beaches. There is something to do for fans of history and architecture: at the foot of local mountain Biokovo boasts surviving fragments of ancient buildings, and in the center you can find unearthly beauty the Church of St. Nicholas with a wonderful bell tower, considered in local areas to be the good patron of sailors, fishermen and travelers.

This truly unique city, which represents the synergy of a resort, port and museum, attracts many connoisseurs to its “penates”. cultural recreation, combined with sea pleasures. On the streets of Split, modern eclectic buildings and houses dating back to the Middle Ages peacefully coexist. In addition, in Split we can stay right in the legendary imperial palace, because a hotel was built here, built directly into an ancient building, so without exaggeration you can say upon arriving home that you lived in a real castle. Sitting on the Split embankment, hidden from the sun by chic palm trees, it is easy to “get lost”, because it seems that you are on the embankment of Cannes or Nice, and only by turning your head and seeing the walls of the majestic palace in which Diocletian lived, you can understand that you are all still in Croatia. Split is deservedly known as one of the most vibrant European cities; it harmoniously combines the new with the old, wildlife with unsurpassed service, passive relaxation with cultural learning.

Opatija

Opatija is a true veteran, as the resort is one of the first to be built in Istria. The flow of tourists to Opatija does not stop since XIX century, when the medical congress in Vienna recognized this resort as one of the most useful on the planet. Ancient hotels and embankments with excellent architecture from past centuries are alive and delight guests of the resort to this day. Local air it smells of the sea, pine needles and laurel and health, since there are many hospitals here. Opatija was a favorite holiday destination for Chekhov and Puccini, why shouldn’t you become a fan of it too?!

Once upon a time, this warm resort town was just a heroic Venetian fortress that never surrendered to the Turks. Fragments of it are still alive today, so you can add wonderful photographs to your historical photo collection. The city begins with the Earth Gate - a real architectural masterpiece. An abundance of historical monuments of the Baroque and Romanesque style, a mild climate, picturesque landscapes, clean beaches, an abundance of active marine entertainment- all this attracts many tourists from all over the world to Zadar. Join us too!

The resort is famous for having the oldest port in the country. After admiring this sea greeting from the past, go to the historical center and then to Trsat Mountain with a luxurious ancient castle and monastery. Do not forget to visit the local beaches, considered one of the sunniest in Croatia. By the way, in Rijeka there is a unique opportunity to choose the beach that you like: you want to lie on sandy shore If you don't like sand, relax on the rocky coast - everything is for the convenience of resort guests.It is popular not only in the warm season; in winter, many fans of a fun and vibrant holiday flock here: in January, the resort becomes the venue for a colorful and cheerful carnival, famous throughout Europe.

Charming townoriginally from the Middle Ages, it captivates everyone who comes here with its beauty. Having absorbed into its history the architecture and culture of many peoples living on these lands in different times Rovinj is a real treasure for those interested in a mixture of styles and eras. Italians, French, and Austrians lived on local lands in different centuries, and each of the peoples brought something of their own to the history of the city. Venetian houses literally emerging from the water, cobbled, narrow, fairy-tale streets, medieval buildings, arched decorations and a host of other interesting traces of history await you in the glorious town of Rovinj. But that's not all. The resort is decorated with 22 islands with crystal clear water. The local embankment is replete with many hospitable restaurants equipped with summer terraces, so you can simultaneously enjoy the evening sea with a colorful sunset and delicious Croatian cuisine.

Pula

Cities of Croatia tourists are always greeted with warmth and hospitality. But if you are going there for the first time, then the sea coast should definitely be your vacation spot. Beautiful beaches with snow-white pebbles, pearlescent waves of the Adriatic Sea and the aroma of pine needles - all this will give you resorts in Croatia. But be prepared not only for classic relaxation and passive lying in the sun.

Resorts of Croatia make much more impressions together with rich excursion program, after all cities of Croatia and their outskirts still preserve ancient buildings of the Roman Empire. Thus, after taking sun and sea baths, tourists can go to places reminiscent of ancient history this country, and enrich yourself with new knowledge.

So, a resort country like Croatia deserves special attention. That is why we have collected a lot of information about the most interesting places this Balkan country.

Resorts of Croatia And cities of Croatia will appear before you in a full-fledged picture in all the brightest colors. Zagreb, Dubrovnik, Zadar, Podgora, Istria and many others resorts in Croatia will become for you not just distant places of the Adriatic Sea, but your nearest plans, because having learned everything about them, you will not be able to help but go there on your vacation.

The city in Croatia, Dubrovnik, which leads all the resorts in Croatia, was founded in the 7th century, located on the territory of a small rocky island, near the coast. During the 7th century the city managed to become major port eastern Adriatic. It refers to the number

The city of Split, like many small towns Croatia is located on the Marjan Peninsula between the Bay of Kastela and the Split Canal at the foot of the Mosor Mountains (the highest peak is Mosor, 1330 meters). Modern Split is a dynamically developing city. Population

Zadar amazing city Croatia, located in the north of Dolmatia. It’s better to start exploring Zadar, of course, from the old center. Literally a few meters separate the small boat harbor of Foch from the City Gate, which was created in 1543 according to plans

At the mouth of the river Cetina is surprisingly located in the small town of Omis, whose population is about 10 thousand people. It is not as big as other cities in Croatia. Thanks to its unique geographical location the city was already allocated in ancient times

When we talk about the Croatian city of Porec, the choice of the Illyrian tribes, and then the ancient Romans, who preferred the hills surrounding Porec to organize their settlements and fortified fortresses, is quite understandable. Here are the emerald

The Croatian city of Rovinj has unique achievements in the field of tourism for the country. This significant success of the resort is largely due to the particularly clean Adriatic Sea, mild climate, favorable for human health, excellently preserved

Medieval city small area Trogir, where it was possible to preserve the monumental cathedral St. Lovro and the ancient walls. Trogir can be considered a real museum city. This city in Croatia was founded as a trading post for the Greek Dorians

The Croatian resort of Sibenik is a popular seaside resort, with a Mediterranean climate, such as the dry tropics, which is located in northern Dalmatia. From National Park Krka is separated by only 15 km, Kornati National Park – 20 km, Zadar – 7

Opatija is a seaside climatic resort in Croatia, located northwest of Rijeka. It is distinguished by a convenient and truly advantageous location in the bay of Kvarner Bay - the foot of Mount Uchka, whose height is 1396 meters. Medium tempo

The Croatian city of Rabac is geographically located on east coast Istria Peninsula (Croatia) - in a fairly sheltered bay. The Rabitsa houses are surrounded by olive gardens and pine groves, descending in terraces to the sea. It is enough to cover 70 km. to Pula. V n

The city of Tucepi is located in Central Dalmatia of the country, it is one of the most attractive and financially accessible places in Croatia, the resort remains one of the most popular among tourists. Such a significant popularity of the resort is due...

Baska Voda is one of the most amazing places of the island of Krk, is called the most significant tourist center on the entire island. It is distinguished by one of the most ancient and impressive ancient European cultures. Thanks to the significant cultural heritage

Biograd is a city in Croatia, once the place where Croatian kings were crowned, today it is considered a modern tourist center and the heart of the Biograd coast. There are more than a hundred restaurants, pizzerias, grill bars, discos and

This small town of Brela, famous even far beyond the borders of Croatia, is a very important resort in Croatia and the entire Makarska Riviera. Brela is located fifteen kilometers from Makarska and consists of the old part of Gornaya Br, located on a hill

The Croatian city of Vela Luka, located on one of the largest islands - the island of Korcula (area 279.03 sq. km), covered with dense pine forests, is a Mediterranean balneo-mud resort in the dry subtropics, and, according to legend, was founded

Croatian resorts would be lonely without Vodice. Tourist center Vodice is located fifteen kilometers from the city of Sibenik. Voditsa hotels are scattered along the sea coast in a park of unique beauty. Clean small-pebble beaches, warm, gentle sea,

Vrsar is a small Croatian town founded in medieval times, located on the western coast of the Istrian peninsula, ten kilometers from the city of Porec. Not far from Vrsar there is the famous Croatian bay Lim Fjord, which is several...

Drvenik (Drvenik, Croatian) is a resort in Croatia, located on the Makarska Riviera in Southern Dalmatia, twenty-five kilometers from the city of Makarska. It is part of the Split-Dalmatia County, belonging to the Gradac community. According to the 2011 census...

Not all cities in Croatia are big. At the foot mountain range Biokovo in the southern part of the Makarska Riviera is located a picturesque resort town called Zhivosche. It is divided into three parts - Blato, Porat and Mala Duba, and in their surroundings, here and there along the entire

The Istrian peninsula, which is the most developed tourist region of Croatia, is located in its northern part, near the border with Western Europe. With its small towns and green hills with picturesque landscapes, it is reminiscent of Italian or...

Makarska is the “capital” of the Makarska Riviera. This Croatian city and resort with a population of fourteen thousand people is located in Central Dalmatia (the central part of the Adriatic coast) between the cities of Dubrovnik and Split. Makarska, considered one of...

The Croatian city of Medulin is located in the south of the Croatian Istrian peninsula. It was once a small fishing village (called Mutila), and today Medulin is one of twenty best resorts Adriatic. The rugged coast where Medulin is located, t

Descending down the slopes of Mount Spilan to the warm delightful sea most beautiful resort Croatia Mlini, alternates the man-made beauty of the tiled roofs of its houses with the natural beauty of green gardens, with slender rows of cypress trees, and shows tourists St.

The Croatian city of Novi Vinodolski, located in the central part of the northern Croatian coast (in the Gulf of Kvaner), is the cultural and political center of the Principality of Vinodol and a traditional wine-growing region. Easy to get to from here

Plitvice Lakes is a cascade of lakes of karst origin, connected by ninety-two waterfalls, located on the Croatian-Bosnian border in the middle part of Croatia. Around this cascade in the northwestern part of the Dinaric Highlands...

This is one of western islands of the Kvaner archipelago, connected by a drawbridge over an artificial canal to the island of Cres. Lush Mediterranean vegetation and a mild climate, combined with the efforts of people, have made Lošinj a beautiful place. Here...

Podgora is one of most popular cities on the Makarska Riviera, is a small port settlement, which is located nine kilometers southwest of the city of Makarska. There are several sources of drinking water here, as well as...

Primosten is a pretty town in Croatia on a peninsula located 60 kilometers north of Split. A unique atmosphere reigns here - the fiery red tiled roofs of ancient houses on the winding streets are interspersed with many boutiques, cafes and

Between Sibenik and Split there is a small, but nevertheless very popular among tourists, city of Croatia called Rogoznica. Like most Croatian cities, it is divided into an old and a new part, the first of which houses the largest

A surprisingly cozy town called Seltse is located right on the banks of the Vinodolsky Canal. It is often called a haven for Croatian builders and fishermen, but in fact, given its small size and distance from large Croatian cities...

The Croatian city of Trpanja is located at the foot of the Velži and Viter mountains in the northern part of the Pelesac peninsula. It was first mentioned in the twelfth century as the small fishing town of Trepin. Such an ancient settlement naturally abounds in various...

Umag is the westernmost city in Croatia, which is located almost at the northwesternmost point of Istria. Umag is connected by regular intercity bus services to major Croatian cities, as well as to Slovenia and Italy. Along the coast

Orebic is a community and port city in southern Croatia, located on the shores of the Peljesac Strait of the Adriatic Sea, in the western part of the Peljesac Peninsula. The population of the community in 2001 was only 4,165 people. Distance from Orebic to...

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