{"id":5034,"date":"2026-08-18T15:44:59","date_gmt":"2026-08-18T15:44:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/croatialovers.com\/where-to-go-in-croatia-top-destinations\/"},"modified":"2026-08-18T15:52:20","modified_gmt":"2026-08-18T15:52:20","slug":"where-to-go-croatia-best-destinations","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/croatialovers.com\/en\/where-to-go-croatia-best-destinations\/","title":{"rendered":"Where to go in Croatia: 7 most beautiful destinations! (+ our photos)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Wondering <strong>where to go in Croatia<\/strong>?<br\/>Between Dalmatia and its islands, Istria and its Mediterranean vibe, the capital Zagreb, and the unspoiled countryside, it can be hard to know where to start.<br\/>Here\u2019s a list of <strong>our favorite destinations in Croatia<\/strong>, with descriptions to help you decide whether to add them to your itinerary.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/croatialovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/where-to-go-croatia-best-destinations.jpg\" alt=\"or visit Croatia's most beautiful destinations\" class=\"wp-image-4976\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This opinion is completely <strong>independent<\/strong>, based on our experiences. We made our own choices, visited the area anonymously, and paid our bills in full.<\/p>\n\n<h2 id=\"tab-con-2\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Croatia&#8217;s Most Beautiful Destinations &#8211; Map + Summary<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to Go in Croatia &#8211; Map of Destinations<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Croatia stretches along more than 1,700 km of Adriatic coastline, with over a thousand islands, as well as an inland region and a capital city that are well worth a visit.<br\/>That\u2019s why we\u2019ve put together a list of our favorite destinations to help you narrow down your plans.<br\/>To help you find your way around, you\u2019ll find a map below showing the destinations we\u2019ve selected:<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/croatialovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/map-where-to-go-croatia-best-destinations.jpg\" alt=\"Map - Croatia's Most Beautiful Destinations\" class=\"wp-image-5012\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Map &#8211; Croatia&#8217;s Most Beautiful Destinations<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The most beautiful regions<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We&#8217;ll go over them in detail later in this article to help you choose, but here&#8217;s a summary of the 7 destinations:  <\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Split and Central Dalmatia<\/strong>, known for its UNESCO-listed Roman palace and the neighboring islands of Bra\u010d and Hvar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dubrovnik and Southern Dalmatia<\/strong>, known for their spectacular city walls and unspoiled islands<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Croatia\/Dubrovnik\/Best\/i-3FZ3w2b\/0\/KM4fwkFD4WjZStCdJdbk9LtLsrHXNDTn85G27MmQG\/L\/IMG_7767-L.jpg\" alt=\"Sunset over Dubrovnik\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Sunset over Dubrovnik<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Pula and Istria<\/strong> for their Italian atmosphere, cuisine, and hilltop villages<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Zadar and Northern Dalmatia<\/strong> for its sea organ, sunsets, and national parks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Zagreb and Central Croatia<\/strong> for their caf\u00e9 culture, museums, and the castles of Zagorje<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Croatia\/Istria\/Pula\/Amphitheater\/i-rC7sT6q\/0\/NWvp49qzkKjjjtmCs6BKGqhNqFNhL2PG5T6BWGc5R\/L\/Pula_amphitheater_2-L.jpg\" alt=\"Pula Amphitheater\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Pula Amphitheater<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Osijek and Slavonia<\/strong>, a rural and authentic region, far from the coastal crowds<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>And, of course, <strong>the Plitvice Lakes<\/strong>, one of Europe&#8217;s most beautiful natural parks (though not really a destination for a vacation\u2014see our dedicated section)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Croatia\/Plitvice\/Parc-National\/Veliki-slap\/i-t7fJQhW\/1\/NQ9mRX9RQSChg39LjPb88MmtHH8vFdMzDPv9Kbz3Z\/L\/national%20park%20plitvice%20-%20Veliki%20slap-2-L.jpg\" alt=\"Plitvice\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Plitvice<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\" style=\"background-color:#f3dbd6;margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns inverse box_planif is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:58%\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\">OUR ADVICE FOR RENTING YOUR CAR AT <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">\nCroatia<\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"font-size:14px\" class=\"wp-block-list liste_voiture\">\n<li>Compare prices on our preferred platform: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/en\/croatia?a_aid=zigzag&amp;chan=croatia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">DiscoverCars<\/a> &#8211; one of the best rated sites.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choose a <strong>car that is powerful enough <\/strong>(the roads are steep) but <strong>compact<\/strong> (some passages are narrow).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There is a lot of demand, <strong>book it early<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column planif-radius-3 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:42%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Croatia\/Paklenica\/Rando-entr&#xE9;e-1\/i-Tzg4V6J\/0\/KXmXjZbtGwDbJrgcqktnpnrkcSSch3cnNBDJHcqWg\/S\/paklenica%20parc%20enter%201%20and%20hike-004-S.jpg\" alt=\"car in Croatia\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns planif_bouton is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fe48e5de wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/fr\/croatia?a_aid=zigzag&amp;chan=croatia\" style=\"border-radius:4px;font-size:14px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">See the cars<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2851\" style=\"width: 16px;\" src=\"https:\/\/provencelovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/ArrowRight.webp\" alt=\"\"\/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><strong>See our tips<\/strong> (coming soon)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 id=\"tab-con-3\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Split and Central Dalmatia\u2014Where to Go in Croatia?<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why visit?<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Split is undoubtedly the liveliest city on the Dalmatian coast. Its historic center is actually the interior of the palace of the Roman Emperor Diocletian, built in the 4th century\u2014a UNESCO World Heritage Site where you can live, eat, and shop amid ancient ruins.<br\/>It\u2019s also the best starting point for exploring the islands of Central Dalmatia: Bra\u010d, with its iconic Zlatni Rat beach, and Hvar, renowned for its lavender fields and festive atmosphere. <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Croatia\/Split\/Cath&#xE9;drale-Saint-Domnius-de-Split\/i-7RNRfRv\/0\/M6CKgm3HvZDp5FTBTFG2q8BtNQtWt9b4CNGFDK5P4\/L\/vue%20split%20Cathedrale%20Saint-Domnius%20Split-L.jpg\" alt=\"View of Split\" title=\"Split - Diocletian's Palace\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>The Peristyle of Diocletian&#8217;s Palace, Split<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Most Beautiful Places in Split<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The palace\u2019s basements and the peristyle, the heart of the ancient site<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>St. Domnius Cathedral and its bell tower, offering a view of the entire city<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>La Riva, the waterfront lined with palm trees and caf\u00e9s<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Marjan Hill, the city&#8217;s green lung, is the perfect spot to watch the sunset<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Croatia\/Split\/Cath&#xE9;drale-Saint-Domnius-de-Split\/i-fNWPrCK\/0\/Lz996jdCp2m74Dh5FVRcc4sGBM8csKJVvKk22GzmS\/L\/peristyle%20Cathedrale%20Saint-Domnius%20Split-L.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The most beautiful places along the coast and inland:<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Trogir, a small medieval island town listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, 30 minutes from Split<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Omi\u0161, a small fortified town nestled at the mouth of the Cetina River, known for its spectacular canyon, rafting and rock-climbing opportunities, and its history as a hideout for pirates who once controlled this stretch of the Adriatic.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lake Perucko<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Klis Fortress, perched on a rocky outcrop overlooking Split, is an ancient Croatian stronghold that withstood Ottoman assaults for centuries and served as the setting for the city of Meereen in the series *Game of Thrones*.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Croatia\/Omis\/Town\/i-gbgzTqC\/0\/Mpgg5r6LccDz3Tb2vXnhQhg8NKRxNXw2gGhm57Zjz\/L\/Omis_IMG_6835-L.jpg\" alt=\"Omis\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Omis and Its Mountains<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Most Beautiful Places on the Island of <strong>Bra\u010d<\/strong> (1-hour ferry ride)<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Zlatni Rat Beach in Bol, famous for its shape, which changes with the currents<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lots of other beautiful beaches<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The many villages around the island: Bol,  <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Croatia\/Islands\/Brac\/Zlatni-Beach\/i-gjK5zP4\/0\/Ld9hQMCxhbkTjZsFMcBvP7xwN4F3KD5sTvDr7M8vn\/L\/Zlatni_beach_brac_IMG_4320-L.jpg\" alt=\"Zlatni Rat Beach, Bra&#x10D; Island\" title=\"Bra&#x10D; Island - Zlatni Rat\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Zlatni Rat Beach, Bra\u010d Island<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Most Beautiful Places on the Island of <strong>Hvar<\/strong> (1-hour ferry ride)<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The Old Town of Hvar and its Fortica fortress overlooking the harbor<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The lavender fields in the island&#8217;s interior, in bloom from late May through July<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Pakleni Islands, right across the way, accessible by water taxi for a relaxing day out<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Croatia\/Islands\/Hvar\/Hvar-Town\/Town\/i-5rnN4C3\/0\/LJRSTgvzRsTGcTfT9QWjQd3JcDKC4RKrHhjJq8FGP\/L\/Hvar_town_IMG_3087-L.jpg\" alt=\"Old Town of Hvar\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Hvar&#8217;s Old Town as seen from the fortress<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to stay?<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In Split, central location<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?city=-96492&amp;nflt=review_score%253D90%253Breview_score%253D80&amp;aid=2433338&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">. See all the top-rated accommodations in Split<\/a> <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In Trogir, for a smaller town and easier access by car<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?city=-98777&amp;nflt=review_score%253D90%253Breview_score%253D80&amp;aid=2433338&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">. See all the top-rated accommodations in Trogir<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>On the island of Hvar\u2014to explore it thoroughly<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?city=-82860&amp;nflt=review_score%253D90%253Breview_score%253D80&amp;aid=2433338&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">. See all the top-rated accommodations in Hvar<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In Omis, for an adrenaline<a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?city=-90694&amp;nflt=review_score%253D90%253Breview_score%253D80&amp;aid=2433338&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">rush<br\/>. See all the top-rated accommodations in Hvar<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Croatia\/Split\/H&#xF4;tels\/Ambasador\/i-kcxWrbH\/0\/K7TmnjW5hssfQXqr5BW46vth6bSGVLTVHQ5jQZwR3\/L\/hotel%20ambasador%20split-L.jpg\" alt=\"Ambassador Hotel in Split: Our Room with a View\" title=\"Island of Hvar\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Ambassador Hotel in Split<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">To Know<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In July and August, book your ferry tickets to the islands several days in advance: the trips fill up quickly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hvar is one of the most expensive and most popular islands in Croatia during the summer\u2014be sure to book your lodging early<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Car traffic is prohibited in Split&#8217;s historic center\u2014please park in one of the parking lots on the outskirts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Plan on spending at least 4 to 5 days to enjoy both Split and one or two islands.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#ffffff;margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\" style=\"max-width:700px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-not-stacked-on-mobile texte_planif has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"background-color:#f5a39040\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column img_icone is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image image_icone\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/croatialovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/croatia-plane.png\" alt=\"croatia plane\" class=\"wp-image-2797\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:100px;height:100px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/croatialovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/croatia-plane.png 400w, https:\/\/croatialovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/croatia-plane-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/croatialovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/croatia-plane-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/croatialovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/croatia-plane-75x75.png 75w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center paragraphe_une is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:90%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:16px\">It&#8217;s time to book!<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/skyscanner.pxf.io\/dONaXy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\"><strong>Compare everything:<\/strong> companies, prices, schedules and availability.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 id=\"tab-con-4\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Dubrovnik and Southern Dalmatia<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why visit?<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Nicknamed the &#8220;Pearl of the Adriatic,&#8221; Dubrovnik is famous for its medieval city walls encircling a completely pedestrian-only Old Town built of white stone, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.<br\/>It is also one of Croatia\u2019s most popular destinations, particularly since it has served as a backdrop for several TV series and films.<br\/>Surrounding the city, Southern Dalmatia offers much quieter islands: the Elaphiti Islands, the island-national-park of Mljet, and the Pelje\u0161ac Peninsula, renowned for its wine and oysters.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Croatia\/Dubrovnik\/Best\/i-ZpPLHDP\/0\/MzkShFbr4jBvC5R9jF6L7tfbTzr8P9zPgk2CgFBBK\/L\/IMG_7968-L.jpg\" alt=\"Old Town of Dubrovnik\" title=\"Dubrovnik - Old Town\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>The Old Town of Dubrovnik as seen from the city walls<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Most Beautiful Places in Dubrovnik<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A complete walk along the ramparts (about 2 km), offering a 360\u00b0 view of the city and the sea<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Stradun, the main street paved with marble, the heart of life in the old town<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Mount Sr\u0111 Cable Car for a Panoramic View of the Entire Bay<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Rector&#8217;s Palace<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fort Lovrijenac (from *Game of Thrones*)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/croatialovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-dubrovnik-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See the best attractions in Dubrovnik<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Croatia\/Dubrovnik\/Mus%C3%A9es\/Palais-du-Recteur\/i-WTdC4QZ\/0\/MFP7RPNCZ5M82djzqSSH72TSzQ5CMNHMRgGpBjP3D\/L\/palais-recteur-dubrovnik-02-L.jpg\" alt=\"Rector's Palace\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The many islands accessible by boat from Dubrovnik<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Lokrum Island, a 15-minute boat ride away, with its botanical garden and peacocks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Elaphiti Islands (\u0160ipan, Lopud) for a day trip away from the crowds<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mljet National Park and its saltwater lakes surrounded by forest<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bisevo Island and the Blue Cave<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Croatia\/Dubrovnik\/Best\/i-rphxdKn\/0\/KtdJ4BXdztdpT9GPZmFQSkHkXNF4n7VKG99prRBrW\/L\/dubrovnik-ulysse-cave-L.jpg\" alt=\"The Blue Cave\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Most Beautiful Places on the North and South Coasts<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The Pelje\u0161ac Peninsula: vineyards, oysters and mussels from Ston, and the long walls of Ston<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>And nearby is the island of Kor\u010dula, a charming fortified town that claims to be the birthplace of Marco Polo<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Croatia\/Pejelsac-Peninsula\/Ston-wall\/i-VRxCSTg\/0\/KPVW7zbQJP2FKttksGCL89D33fk5q6VS3zr5dFmHR\/L\/Ston_wall_IMG_7256-L.jpg\" alt=\"Ston Wall\" title=\"Pelje&#x161;ac Peninsula\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Vineyards of the Pelje\u0161ac Peninsula<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to stay?<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Staying in Dubrovnik&#8217;s Old Town lets you enjoy the quiet streets in the evening, once the day-trippers have left<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/croatialovers.com\/en\/where-stay-dubrovnik-best-hotels-neighborhoods\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See our selection of<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?city=-79996&amp;nflt=review_score%253D90%253Breview_score%253D80&amp;aid=2433338&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">the<\/a>best hotels<br\/>or go directly to View the top-rated accommodations in Dubrovnik<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Lapad neighborhood, which is a little further out, offers better value for money and access to beaches<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For wine lovers, a night on the Pelje\u0161ac Peninsula is a great addition<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?city=-97145&amp;nflt=review_score%253D90%253Breview_score%253D80&amp;aid=2433338&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">View accommodations on the Pelje\u0161ac Peninsula<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kor\u010dula\u2014if you&#8217;d like to explore this beautiful island thoroughly <br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?city=-85142&amp;nflt=review_score%253D90%253Breview_score%253D80&amp;aid=2433338&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">. View accommodations in Kor\u010dula<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Croatia\/Dubrovnik\/H%C3%B4tels\/H%C3%B4tel-Royal-Neptune\/i-dvxt8dJ\/0\/MBSvZqWcthSQ5BR9qchWWtjhT54fcfJrWgvNsknQW\/L\/IMG_3567-L.jpg\" alt=\"Royal Neptune Hotel\" title=\"Mljet National Park\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Royal Neptune Hotel<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">To Know<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Dubrovnik welcomes several cruise ships a day during peak season\u2014visit the city walls and the Stradun early in the morning to avoid the crowds<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tickets for the ramparts must be reserved online in advance during the summer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It is one of the most expensive destinations in Croatia, especially in July and August<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Plan on spending at least 4 to 5 days to enjoy both Dubrovnik and one or two islands.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 id=\"tab-con-5\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Pula and Istria<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why visit?<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/croatialovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-istria-visit\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"2777\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Istria<\/a>, a peninsula in northwestern Croatia, has a distinct identity: strong Venetian and Italian influences, renowned cuisine (truffles, olive oil, wines), and a rolling countryside dotted with hilltop villages reminiscent of Tuscany.<br\/>Pula, its largest city, is home to one of the best-preserved Roman amphitheaters in the world.<br\/>It\u2019s a destination that\u2019s a little less crowded than Dalmatia, with a gentler coastline and an inland region perfect for exploring by car.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Croatia\/Istria\/Pula\/Amphitheater\/i-7GjJWgr\/0\/LDw3HBzfxc4Tc3HwfN7C2fn6kdwnxWsTv6xNkT3rh\/L\/Pula_amphitheater_4-L.jpg\" alt=\"Roman Amphitheater in Pula\" title=\"Pula - Roman Amphitheater\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>The Roman Amphitheater in Pula<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Most Beautiful Places in Pula<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The Pula Amphitheater (the Arena), one of the six largest surviving Roman amphitheaters<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Temple of Augustus on the Forum Square<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Fortress and the History Museum<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Zerostrasse underground tunnels, dug by the Austro-Hungarian Army to serve as shelters during both world wars<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/croatialovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-pula-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See the best attractions in Pula<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Croatia\/Istrie-Best-of\/i-tkrX5F6\/0\/Lt67FhBn46xg6FmZdVTfpMsHZH9nrzJJD2ZcWrLFS\/L\/istrie%20-%20pula-L.jpg\" alt=\"  Temple of Augustus\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other Cities in Istria<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Rovinj, a picture-perfect town with cobblestone streets and a bell tower overlooking the peninsula<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pore\u010d and its Euphrasian Basilica, a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its Byzantine mosaics<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vrsar, perched on a hill overlooking a quiet harbor<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Novigrad, a small port town that retains the atmosphere of a fishing village<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Croatia\/Istrie-Best-of\/i-CFNs3r4\/0\/MJQbhKV2JjKzJSKjzdtT3NThW9r435sj7pk4mVTM8\/L\/istrie%20-%20porec-2-L.jpg\" alt=\"Euphrasian Basilica in Pore&#x10D;\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Euphrasian Basilica in Pore\u010d<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Green Istria and Its Villages<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Motovun, a hilltop village famous for its truffles and its view of the Mirna Valley<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gro\u017enjan, a village of artists and galleries in the heart of the countryside<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>See our selection of <a href=\"https:\/\/croatialovers.com\/en\/best-towns-istria-villages\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">the most beautiful towns and villages in Istria<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Croatia\/MOTOVUN\/i-MF4ZFMV\/1\/MfRT58Vp3Cc47bdJcP6H5fw3NgnSLF6SSDPPzLbsm\/L\/village%20motovun%20croatie-003-L.jpg\" alt=\"Motovun\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Motovun<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Natural Parks<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The Brijuni Islands, which form a unique archipelago designated as a national park: Here you\u2019ll discover an unspoiled landscape where lush meadows, Mediterranean forests, and secluded coves blend harmoniously. And you can explore Roman and Venetian ruins, as well as buildings dating from the time of Tito   <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Kamenjak Cape Nature Park, at the southernmost tip of the peninsula, known for its wild coves<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Croatia\/Istrie-Best-of\/i-nC2hX7T\/0\/LxNmXFFCK32M4LcLNVngWXp76zsSZTBhgMpwCFdgT\/L\/istrie%20-%20brijuni%20national%20park-3-L.jpg\" alt=\"Brijuni\" title=\"Istria - Rovinj\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Brijuni<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to stay?<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Pula is more convenient if you&#8217;re arriving by plane (local airport) or need good transportation connections<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/croatialovers.com\/en\/where-stay-pula-best-hotels-neighborhoods\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See our selection of the best hotels<\/a><br\/>or go directly <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?city=-93462&amp;nflt=review_score%253D90%253Breview_score%253D80&amp;aid=2433338&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">to View the top-rated accommodations in Pula<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rovinj is the most charming choice for a night or two<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?city=-94604&amp;nflt=review_score%253D90%253Breview_score%253D80&amp;aid=2433338&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See the top-rated accommodations in Rovinj<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Porec is centrally located and full of charm<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/croatialovers.com\/en\/where-stay-porec-best-hotels-neighborhoods\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See our selection of the best hotels<\/a><br\/>or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?city=-92761&amp;nflt=review_score%253D90%253Breview_score%253D80&amp;aid=2433338&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">go directly to the top-rated accommodations in Porec<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Croatia\/Istria\/Pula\/Hotels\/Grand-Hotel-Brioni\/i-qFkptRf\/0\/MMdpwkF6HPdDGs255kCH2rhXzMBqQkG9MhvJdvhXj\/L\/Pula_Grand_Hotel_Brioni_IMG_7047-L.jpg\" alt=\"Grand Hotel Brioni Pula\" title=\"Istria - Motovun\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Grand Hotel Brioni Pula<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">To Know<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A rental car is highly recommended for exploring the inland villages, which are poorly served by public transportation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The white truffle season runs from September through December\u2014be sure to book a tour of a truffle farm in advance if you&#8217;re visiting during this time<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rovinj and Pore\u010d are still very crowded in the summer\u2014it\u2019s best to visit them early in the morning or late in the afternoon<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#fefefe;margin-top:6%;margin-bottom:6%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\" style=\"max-width:700px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns inverse is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:58%\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\">A LITTLE MORE <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">patience<\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:14px\">All the photos, maps, information and addresses you need to make <strong>your stay in Croatia<\/strong> a success will <strong>soon<\/strong> be available in a single ebook!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:42%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container ebook-radius-waitlist gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\"><div class=\"wp-block-image ebook-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/ebooks_CorseNormandie_FR.png\" alt=\"Box Ebook Corsica FR\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 id=\"tab-con-6\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Zadar and Northern Dalmatia<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why visit?<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Zadar is a city on a human scale, with over 3,000 years of Roman, Venetian, and contemporary history layered one upon another.<br\/>It is best known for two unique installations along its waterfront: the Sea Organ, which produces a melody using the waves, and the Greeting to the Sun, a circle of solar panels that lights up at night.<br\/>It is also the gateway to the Kornati Archipelago and Krka National Park, often considered a quieter alternative to Plitvice.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Croatia\/Zadar\/City\/i-pf97TdS\/0\/LB9v9VvgxvcmhgqGSRfWVh7kTPxXcmLxd5nNfQfNf\/L\/zadar%20city%20-07-L.jpg\" alt=\"Zadar\" title=\"Zadar - Sea Organ\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Most Beautiful Places in Zadar<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The Sea Organ and the &#8220;Salute to the Sun&#8221;\u2014best viewed at sunset<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Roman Forum and St. Donatus Church, in the Old Town<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The archaeological museum, filled with statues and mosaics<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>St. Anastasia Cathedral and its magnificent facade<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/croatialovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-zadar-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See the Best Attractions in Zadar<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Croatia\/Zadar\/Cath%C3%A9drale-saint-anastasie\/i-6mhpTzz\/0\/Khwq7tPk585SGFFbzBnwrkwgXXMRtnmQm2msWsmB2\/L\/saint%20anastasie%20catedral%20zadar-012-L.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Most Beautiful Places Around Zadar<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u0160ibenik, a historic city built on a maze of stone-paved alleys, famous for its St. James Cathedral\u2014a UNESCO World Heritage Site\u2014and for its role as the gateway to Krka National Park and the Kornati Islands National Park.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nin, a small historic town surrounded by salt marshes and sandy beaches, 20 minutes from Zadar<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Croatia\/Sibenik\/Town\/i-sXf9dzG\/0\/K4PSP7g7nq9L9pSF2bWSzn5Dm9xhSbrqcgLnkmSDm\/L\/Sibenik_IMG_1645-L.jpg\" alt=\"Sibenik\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Sibenik<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">National Parks<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Krka National Park and its waterfalls, where swimming is permitted in certain areas<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A boat tour of the Kornati Archipelago, with its 89 nearly deserted islands and islets<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>and Plitvice National Park is also easily accessible<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Croatia\/Krka\/Skradinski-Buk-waterfall\/i-mdk7fHv\/0\/MSDB6HHcMzFrj2V9Js5XBtd4LmkVPd5H4bCnf5LbF\/L\/Skradinski_Buk_waterfall-L.jpg\" alt=\"Waterfalls in Krka National Park\" title=\"Krka National Park\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>The Waterfalls of Krka National Park<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Island of Pag<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>its lunar landscapes  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>its cheese-making tradition, including tours of the cheese-making process<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The old town of Pag is worth a visit for its Renaissance architecture and medieval streets.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>traditional saltworks still in operation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>its sandy beaches in Novalja<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Croatia\/Ile-de-Pag\/Paysages\/i-JK4BWWr\/0\/LTJwPZV3QKJ3QBGnhCSk9PXfJbHDh9g9BNSMdvjmf\/L\/Dalmatie%20-%20Croatie%20-%20Morgane-4-L.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to stay?<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Zadar&#8217;s Old Town is the best place to stay\u2014it&#8217;s on a human scale and well-connected for day trips<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/croatialovers.com\/en\/where-stay-zadar-best-hotels-neighborhoods\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a>.See our selection of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?city=-101499&amp;nflt=review_score%253D90%253Breview_score%253D80&amp;aid=2433338&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">the<\/a>best hotels<br\/>or go directly to the top-rated accommodations in Zadar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sibenik is a quieter, seaside alternative, halfway between Zadar and Split<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?city=-95501&amp;nflt=review_score%253D90%253Breview_score%253D80&amp;aid=2433338&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See the top-rated accommodations in Sibenik<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Croatia\/Zadar\/Hotel-Falkensteiner\/i-VdXNb3W\/0\/M4KvLQ7cdwmsg6fpH2DbntNf9PnZFxqzsvnjMPwKQ\/L\/croatia-zadar-hotel-falkensteiner-2-L.jpg\" alt=\"Falkensteiner Hotel\" title=\"Nin - salt marshes\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Falkensteiner Hotel<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">To Know<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The Kornati Islands are accessible only by boat\u2014book an organized tour or a private charter from Zadar or Murter<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Krka is very crowded in the summer\u2014arrive as soon as it opens to enjoy the waterfalls before the tour groups arrive<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Zadar is also a good starting point for a day trip to Plitvice (about a 1-hour-40-minute drive)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 id=\"tab-con-7\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Zagreb and Central Croatia<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why visit?<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Zagreb is unlike any other Croatian city: it\u2019s a Central European capital, with its caf\u00e9s, covered markets, and laid-back atmosphere\u2014a world apart from the coast.<br\/>It\u2019s a great place to visit year-round, even in winter, and makes for an excellent 2- to 3-day city break.<br\/>Surrounding the city, the Zagorje region is home to castles and vineyard-covered hills that are rarely visited by foreign tourists.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Croatia\/Zagreb\/Ville-Zagreg\/i-VrBTKvQ\/0\/MmmS28JL7c3QGddMc46D7KRkZP7zb8BbMTtRwTFdH\/L\/place-ban-Jelacic-zagreb-L.jpg\" alt=\"City of Zagreb\" title=\"Zagreb - Upper Town\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Most Beautiful Places in Zagreb<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The Upper Town (Gornji Grad), with St. Mark&#8217;s Church and its colorful tiled roof<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Lotr\u0161\u010dak Tower and its cannon, which fires every day at noon<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Dolac Market, just above the main square<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Historic sites related to the war<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Museum of Broken Relationships: As Moving as It Is Original<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Croatia\/Zagreb\/Jardin-Botanique\/i-KB8sVWT\/0\/NQ3SxVNwfrZLSBvwZ87qc8GJtVCVms65Xx2JhNtWn\/L\/university-botanical-garden-zagreb-L.jpg\" alt=\"the botanical garden\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Most Beautiful Places North of Zagreb<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Medvedgrad Castle<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Trako\u0161\u0107an Castle on the shore of its lake,  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>the Veliki Tabor Fortress<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Varazdin and its castle<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Croatia\/Zagreb\/Medvedgrad\/i-bhLZBJc\/0\/LmmzZLXtbJqVZxX7Mts7Pd8nGgtG3tdkSCCfmfkst\/L\/general-view-medvedgrad--zagreb-L.jpg\" alt=\"Medvedgrad Castle\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Most Beautiful Places South of Zagreb<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Samobor, a small, picturesque town known for its local pastry, the krem\u0161nita<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Zumerak Park<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Karlovac, a 16th-century fortified town built in the shape of a six-pointed star, known for the four rivers that surround it<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Croatia\/Central-Croatia\/Samobor\/Town\/i-4GGVQ9h\/0\/KW4Gx46BPdBbRJHd8pPQqgFDjsSJRpkxmcS9SP4qL\/L\/Samobor_IMG_3873-L.jpg\" alt=\"Samobor\" title=\"Zagorje - Trako&#x161;&#x107;an Castle\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Samobor<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to stay?<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Zagreb&#8217;s city center, located between the Upper Town and the Lower Town, is small enough to explore entirely on foot.<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?city=-101579&amp;nflt=review_score%253D90%253Breview_score%253D80&amp;aid=2433338&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See the top-rated accommodations in Zagreb<\/a><\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Croatia\/Zagreb\/Hotels-Zagreb\/Hotel-Esplanade\/i-9wn4fjC\/0\/NQhFqLcWQWvGzjmGxCwmddjxC8tMg2VhNsZLjVZDP\/L\/building-hotel-esplanade-zagreb-L.jpg\" alt=\"Esplanade Hotel\" title=\"Zagreb - Dolac Market\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Esplanade Hotel<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">To Know<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Zagreb is much less touristy than the coast\u2014it&#8217;s a good option for avoiding the crowds in the middle of summer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Winters there are cold, unlike on the Adriatic coast\u2014be sure to pack warm clothes if you&#8217;re visiting between November and March<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Zagreb is also one of the best starting points for a day trip to the Plitvice Lakes (about a 2-hour drive)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 id=\"tab-con-8\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Osijek and Slavonia<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why visit?<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Slavonia, in the far east of the country, is the part of Croatia that most visitors never see: vast agricultural plains, traditional villages, and a cuisine marked by Hungarian influence.<br\/>Osijek, its main city, is home to a preserved Baroque fortress, the Tvr\u0111a, on the banks of the Drava River.<br\/>It\u2019s a destination for those who want to get off the beaten path and discover a rural, authentic Croatia, far from the coastal crowds.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Croatia\/Slavonia\/Osijek\/Town\/i-mVM6PHf\/0\/MXR9z6L9b6JzD32wdjnMn98XzjcGn7PqgMDPNrWwN\/L\/Osijek_IMG_5431-L.jpg\" alt=\"Osijek\" title=\"Osijek - The Tvr&#x111;a\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Osijek<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Most Beautiful Places in Osijek<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>La Tvr\u0111a, Osijek&#8217;s old Baroque fortress, now a lively neighborhood filled with caf\u00e9s<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The walk along the Drava River<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kopa\u010dki Rit Nature Park, one of Europe&#8217;s largest wetlands, renowned for birdwatching<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Local cuisine: kulen (spicy cured meat) and fi\u0161 paprika\u0161 (fish stew with paprika)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Croatia\/Slavonia\/Osijek\/Town\/i-t36gmgn\/0\/K8PXd2m739dNB96k95hdJwzL7x4c9JHwjR5d5ctpm\/L\/Osijek_reserve_IMG_5877-L.jpg\" alt=\"Kopa&#x10D;ki Rit Nature Park\" title=\"Kopa&#x10D;ki Rit\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Kopa\u010dki Rit Nature Park<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Most Beautiful Places in Slavonia<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The Wine-Growing Villages of Baranja and Their Traditional Wine Cellars<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dakovo, a town in Slavonia known for its monumental Neo-Romanesque cathedral made of red brick and for its traditional breeding of Lipizzaner horses<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vukova, a town on the banks of the Danube scarred by the devastating siege of 1991, has since been rebuilt; there, the memorial and the water tower, preserved in its ruined state, serve as a reminder of the heavy toll Slavonia paid during the Croatian War of Independence.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Croatia\/Slavonia\/Dakavo\/Town\/i-DJ9Xcnp\/0\/LPMRmmCtszswkgR7jqtBrCqGNgVK697G2pCtp3G7c\/L\/Dakavo_IMG_6214-L.jpg\" alt=\"Dakovo Cathedral\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Dakovo Cathedral<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to stay?<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Downtown Osijek is the best starting point for exploring the region.<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?city=-90981&amp;nflt=review_score%253D90%253Breview_score%253D80&amp;aid=2433338&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See the top-rated accommodations in Osijek<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dakovo also has a lot of charm <br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?city=-78087&amp;nflt=review_score%253D90%253Breview_score%253D80&amp;aid=2433338&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See the top-rated accommodations in Dakovo<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Croatia\/Slavonia\/Osijek\/Hotel-Waldinger\/i-nqHRFBS\/0\/M8VqCrPvbrBTCGq69FQqLztRNs3gLFD7XGHgn38jc\/L\/Hotel_Waldinger_IMG_5424-L.jpg\" alt=\"Waldinger Hotel\" title=\"Baranja - Vineyards\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Waldinger Hotel<\/strong> in Osijek<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">To Know<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A car is essential; there is limited tourist transportation in the region.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Spring and fall are the best seasons for birdwatching at Kopa\u010dki Rit<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It&#8217;s one of the least expensive and least crowded regions in Croatia\u2014perfect for a laid-back getaway<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 id=\"tab-con-9\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. The Plitvice Lakes: A Special Case<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why visit?<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Plitvice Lakes are undoubtedly Croatia&#8217;s most impressive natural site: 16 turquoise lakes connected by waterfalls, surrounded by forest, which visitors explore via wooden walkways built right at water level.<br\/>The park has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1979 and appears on most lists of Europe\u2019s most beautiful natural parks.<br\/>Be aware, however: this is not a destination in and of itself. There are no towns nearby, only a few lodging options scattered around the park\u2019s entrances. It\u2019s a stop to add to a broader itinerary, not a base for a vacation.  <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Croatia\/Plitvice\/Hotel-Fenomen\/i-cGb4zkZ\/0\/Lz8VQzhwdwqp94Mbv4qjmb9v9SZmzQwCGqb6Hvnm6\/L\/hotel%20fenomen%20plitvice%20resort%20croatia-073-L.jpg\" alt=\"Plitvice Lakes and Waterfalls\" title=\"Plitvice National Park\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>The Waterfalls of Plitvice National Park<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to get there and how much time to allow<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Plitvice is located inland, roughly halfway between the coast and Zagreb. This makes it an excellent stopover on the route between several destinations on this list: <\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>From Zagreb: about a 2-hour drive<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From Zadar: about a 1-hour-and-40-minute drive<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From Split: about a 2\u00bd-hour drive<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From Pula: about a 3-hour drive<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ideally, plan to spend 2 to 3 days there to enjoy the park at your own pace: one full day for the Upper and Lower Lakes, and a second day for the less-traveled hiking trails or the surrounding area.<br\/>If your schedule is tighter, a full-day stopover between two destinations is still possible, but plan to arrive as soon as the park opens.<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/croatialovers.com\/en\/national-park-plitvice-croatia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See our guide to plan your visit.<\/a><\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Croatia\/Plitvice\/Parc-National\/Parcours-C\/i-sKHrkHz\/1\/KwXcM44B4hQgNkDfnNNdVkpqmCNwZpCSMnzwR3sQB\/L\/national%20park%20plitvice%20-%20program%20c-036-L.jpg\" alt=\"Wooden walkways in Plitvice\" title=\"Plitvice - Footbridges\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>The wooden walkways that cross the lakes<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to stay?<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Accommodations are mainly located around the park\u2019s two entrances (Entrance 1 and Entrance 2) and include small hotels and homestays.<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?landmark=94456&amp;nflt=review_score%253D90%253Breview_score%253D80&amp;aid=2433338&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See the top-rated accommodations near Plitvice Park<\/a><\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Croatia\/Plitvice\/Hotel-Fenomen\/i-S4R3r9D\/0\/KRhbH9RZzNdWrVTq2gLckxf7rP3vxNZJNP5KLgFdn\/L\/hotel%20fenomen%20plitvice%20resort%20croatia-056-L.jpg\" alt=\"Hotel Fenomen Plitvice\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Hotel Fenomen Plitvice<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">To Know<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Tickets must be reserved online in advance: the number of visitors per day is limited during peak season<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Arrive as soon as the park opens to enjoy the lakes before the tour groups arrive<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Swimming is prohibited in all of the park&#8217;s lakes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Be sure to wear sturdy shoes: the walkways can be slippery, especially after it rains<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\" style=\"margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\" style=\"max-width:700px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box_titre gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\">PLAN YOUR TRIP TO <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Croatia<\/span><\/h5>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide hr-box-planif\" style=\"background-color:#ccd3dd;color:#ccd3dd\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"font-size:14px;flex-basis:60%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Best of<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ul_box wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/croatialovers.com\/en\/where-to-go-croatia-best-destinations\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"4957\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Top Destinations<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/croatialovers.com\/en\/best-cities-croatia-towns\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"5118\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">; Most Beautiful Cities<\/a><br\/>; Most Beautiful Islands<br\/>; National Parks<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Croatia\/Plitvice\/Parc-National\/Parcours-C\/i-4mnr7zZ\/1\/MxD3CTQ5zkWGmmxL9QmtW5W8fsbrKg9Vk3RzfVCqg\/S\/national%20park%20plitvice%20-%20program%20c-149-S.jpg\" alt=\"Plitvice\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide hr-box-planif\" style=\"background-color:#ccd3dd;color:#ccd3dd\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Practical advice<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><br\/>When to go? <br\/>How to rent a car in Croatia<br\/>Driving tips<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><br\/>Itineraries: Road Trip\u201410 Days, 2 Weeks, 3 Weeks<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Croatia\/Extra\/i-GLC6J3F\/0\/MRz6mFPrND2n3MxF4FTkGWmsGwCQS8kXw7hMD4T8s\/S\/drive%20croatie-S.jpg\" alt=\"Driving in Croatia\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide hr-box-planif\" style=\"background-color:#ccd3dd;color:#ccd3dd\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The must-dos<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/croatialovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-dubrovnik-visit\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"2888\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Attractions in Dubrovnik<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/croatialovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-zadar-visit\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"2859\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Attractions in Zadar<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/croatialovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-split-visit\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"5121\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Attractions in Split<\/a><br\/>Attractions in Zagreb<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/croatialovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-istria-visit\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"2777\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Attractions in Istria<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/croatialovers.com\/en\/national-park-plitvice-croatia\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"2541\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Plitvice Lakes<\/a><br\/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Croatia\/Dubrovnik\/Best\/i-ZpPLHDP\/0\/Kq3fM6kjPnkNQhKMjpwZ645bpH3J3kkSDQg4ztHJB\/S\/IMG_7968-S.jpg\" alt=\"Dubrovnik\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box_auteur_voyage gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img_auteur_voyage img_provisoire\"><a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/claire-robinson\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Region-Lovers\/Equipe\/i-nsNF6C6\/0\/Cs2F5n96pkt9xFD9D3SVqmQspMhrKgN75nHgBqmjG\/L\/Claire-L.png\" alt=\"\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"titre_auteur_voyage\"><span>SHE WROTE THE ARTICLE\n <\/span><span 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