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Overview

If your Mediterranean fantasies feature balmy days by sapphire waters in the shade of ancient walled towns, Croatia is the place to turn them into reality.

Attractions

Must-see attractions

City Walls & Forts
Dubrovnik
No visit to Dubrovnik is complete without a walk around the spectacular city walls that encircle its historic core. They're among the finest in the world…
Plitvice Lakes National Park
Plitvice Lakes National Park
By far Croatia's top natural attraction and the absolute highlight of Croatia's Adriatic hinterland, the Plitvice Lakes National Park is a glorious…
Diocletian’s Palace
Split
Taking up a prime harborside position, the extraordinary complex of Diocletian's Palace is one of the most imposing ancient Roman structures in existence…
Klis Fortress
Split
Controlling the valley leading into Split, the imposing Klis Fortress spreads along a limestone bluff, reaching 1260ft (385m) at its highest point. Its…
Zlatni Rat
Bol
Zlatni Rat, Croatia's most photographed beach, extends like a tongue into the sea for about a quarter of a mile (400m). Despite the hype and constant…
Salona
Split
The ruins of the ancient city of Salona, situated at the foot of the mountains just northeast of Split, are the most archaeologically important in Croatia…
Cathedral of St Domnius
Split
Split’s octagonal cathedral is one of the best-preserved ancient Roman buildings still standing. It was built as a mausoleum for Diocletian, the last…
St James' Cathedral
Šibenik
The crowning architectural glory of the Dalmatian coast and the undisputed masterpiece of its principal designer, Juraj Dalmatinac, this World Heritage…

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Planning Tools

Expert guidance to help you plan your trip

Best Things to Do

Walking along medieval walls, white-water rafting, and hiking through national parks – all these and more are our favorite things to do in Croatia.

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Best Places to Visit

Perfectly preserved cities, thrilling nature and thousands of beach-lined islands: Croatia has it all. Here are are 16 top places to visit there.

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Best Time to Visit

Whether you're after sun-drenched beaches or avoiding the crowds and braving the chill, we've got all you need to know about when to visit Croatia.

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Things to Know

Plan the perfect trip to Croatia with these insider tips on health, safety and etiquette.

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Transportation

Croatia's public transport allows you to ditch the car and relax as a ferry gets you from A to B. Here's all you need to know about getting around Croatia.

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Visa Requirements

Travel to Croatia is easy. Even if you don't need a visa, you may need to a waiver to visit. Read on for information on visiting or working in Croatia.

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Money and Costs

Take the bus. Visit off season. Eat up at local bakeries. We’ve rounded up these and more tips for making your euro go further on your next Croatia trip.

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Traveling with Kids

From the tiniest tots to the tallest teens, Croatia has lots of attractions that delight the whole family. Here's how to plan your trip with the kids in tow.

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Best Road Trips

With its stunning Adriatic coastline that reveals one beauty spot after another, Croatia was made for road-tripping. Here are seven of the best drives.

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