Split
Fittingly, the 15th-century Gothic home of the 'Dante of Croatia', Marko Marulić, now houses this wonderful little 'library jazz bar' made up of small…
Must-see nightlife in Central Dalmatia
Split
This stylish wine and cheese bar has a fantastic rooftop terrace, a massive selection of Croatian wines (more than 120, including 40 by the glass) and a…
Hvar Town
The spot to catch the sunset to the sound of techno and house music, Hula-Hula is known for its après-beach party (4pm to 9pm), where all of young, trendy…
Hvar Town
A happening place in an alleyway just off the waterfront, Kiva is packed to the rafters most nights, with patrons spilling out and filling up the lane…
Brač Island
Head to this stone courtyard, tucked away from the buzz of the coastal promenade, to listen to indie tunes, sample from a big selection of local and…
Hvar Town
Look no further – you have arrived at the mother of Croatia’s glitzy coastal bars. From a groggy breakfast to (pricey) late-night cocktails, there's no…
Split
Big, bright and brash, this large industrial-style bar has offset its brick arches with kooky light fixtures and elegant little tables where the Splitćani…
Split
Locals come here to catch up with friends without loud music drowning out the conversation – except during the weekend DJ sessions. Plus it stocks soy…
Hvar Town
It starts slowly, with a mixed crowd enjoying cocktails by the water, but once Hula-Hula winds down and Kiva packs out, Nautica comes into its own as an…
Split
D16's baristas are serious about coffee and they've got the beards to prove it. Hidden away in the back lanes of Diocletian's Palace, this hip little…
Split
Bad techno and tacky cocktails don't stop St Riva being a great place to hang out. Grab a perch on the narrow terrace built into the walls of Diocletian's…
Vis Island
The service can be offhand, but there's no better place to watch the sunset on a summer night than the terrace of this old fort, built by the British in…
Makarska
Right on the main square in front of the church, this outpost of a famous winery from Imotski (the wine region directly behind the mountains, right on the…
Hvar Town
Walk almost to the end of the seaside promenade and you'll reach this adorable hideaway among the pines, just above the beach. It's an unpretentious…
Hvar Town
Hvar's best wine bar is an unpretentious little place lurking in an alley behind the main square. Sink into the couch by the bar and feel as if you're in…
Split
Split’s most bohemian bar has ancient Roman walls, a large courtyard with a trickling fountain, a chandelier-bedecked piano lounge and a small red-walled…
Hvar Town
Set behind the cluster of phoenix palms on the waterfront, this large terrace bar is Hvar's main locale for live music. In summer there's something on…
Split
With a waterfront terrace and two floors inside, Split's top nightclub cranks up several notches in summer, with nights such as Monday Trash and Friday's…
Vis Island
Kut’s best bar has alfresco seating both on the square and in a lovely vine-covered stone passageway under the colonnade of a 16th-century house. Acoustic…
Bol
At this open-air cocktail bar on the seafront you can sip coffee and fresh OJ under straw umbrellas during the day; return in the evening for fab…
Split
Touristy, yes, but this cafe-bar is a great place to have coffee and cake right in the ceremonial heart of Diocletian's Palace. Cushions are laid out on…
Makarska
Inside a cave near the Hotel Osejava, Deep attracts a fashionable set who sip cocktails as a DJ spins the latest beats. Cover charges kick in after 11pm.
Bol
A popular gathering spot for Bol locals, with a leafy terrace on a square, an upmarket interior, football on the TV, Bon Jovi on the stereo, regular live…
Split
It’s worth the climb up the stone stairs through the ancient Veli Varoš quarter for a sunset drink on the terrace of this hilltop cafe with glorious city,…
Omiš
Omiš' more bohemian types gravitate to this tiny old-town bar, and hold court at the scattering of tables on the marbled lane or inside the stone-walled…
Omiš
Locals congregate inside this tower, which is all that remains of the historic town gate, or they soak up the afternoon sun from the footpath in front.
Split
This chic little place, with cushions on the lane, is great for a cocktail and a spot of people-watching.
Pakleni Islands
This place offers quite the heady Med-glam experience, with family-friendly beach fun during the day and all-night parties after dark. Boat transfers…
Split
Come to this smoky little cave for coffee, cocktails or a quiet beer, but be prepared for haphazard service. On the same square are a couple of other bars…
Vis Island
Head to this cafe-bar to sip coffee between outings to the beach and then return for cocktails at night. If you're peckish, it serves British-style…
Split
This locals' cafe has an upstairs terrace and a big-screen TV for sporting events. It's a relaxed place, away from the buzz of Diocletian's Palace. The…
Split
Right behind the town hall, this local's local is blokey and smoky during the day but transforms into a buzzy bar at night, with a cocktail station and…
Split
This beachfront cafe is like the locals’ open-air living room, a cult hang-out with great views of Bačvice beach, and occasional concerts.
Split
Splićani have been partying at this 1st-floor miniclub for decades. There’s live and DJ-spun music, and regular book and movie nights.
Split
Teak’s terrace and antique-style interior is super popular for coffee and chats during the day, and harder drinks in the evenings.
Split
A 1st-floor beachfront disco with a curved glass frontage, and house, pop or Croatian music, depending on the night.
Split
Sit on the big terrace, grab a cocktail or coffee, listen to music and hang out with the locals.
Brač Island
A popular hang-out spot, with its own beach and a clubby vibe as the night progresses.
