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Orebić

Orebić, on the southern coast of the Pelješac Peninsula, has a strip of lovely little beaches, some sandy and some shingly, bordered by groves of tamarisk and pine. Its waterfront is lined with houses and exotic gardens built by the sea captains who made the town prosperous in the 18th century. Only 2.5km across the water from Korčula Town, it makes a perfect day trip or an alternative base.

After lazing on the beach, you can take advantage of some excellent hiking up and around Mt Ilija (961m) or poke around a couple of churches and museums. Mt Ilija protects the town from harsh northern winds, allowing vegetation to flourish. The temperature is usually a few degrees warmer than Korčula; spring arrives early and summer leaves late.

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Top attractions

These are our favorite local haunts, touristy spots, and hidden gems throughout Orebić.

  • Restaurants

  • Dalmatian

    Konoba Andiamo

    A bright mural of a city street provides a cheerfully anachronistic backdrop for this breezy restaurant, set in a wooden terrace just metres from the sea…

  • Pizza

    La Casa

    There's a funky garden bar downstairs, but head up to the terrace of this grand old house for sea views and tasty Neapolitan-style pizza. It also serves…

  • Cafe

    Croccantino

    Satisfy a sweet urge with a strudel, slice of cake or a homemade gelato at this chilled-out cafe on the promenade.

  • Dalmatian

    Panorama Jerković

    This very basic family-run place sits high on the slopes past the monastery, providing staggeringly good views of Korčula Town. If you're thinking of…

Top experiences

Whether it’s a guided tour of a historic landmark, private tasting of local delicacies, or an off-road adventure — explore the best experiences in Orebić.

  • Activities