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Croatia

A photograph of Croatia
Photograph · Diego Delso · CC BY-SA 3.0

Croatia meets the Adriatic in two parts that barely resemble each other: an inland north around Zagreb, the capital and the main cultural and economic centre, and a coast whose archipelago carries over 1,000 islands and islets. The whole country is 56,594 square kilometres, divided into twenty counties across four administrative regions, with a population of nearly 3.9 million as of 2026. Split, Rijeka and Osijek are the other cities of any size — the first two on the water, the last inland in the east. Slovenia, Hungary, Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Montenegro all border it by land, Italy only by sea.

Reviewed by Elena Voss · Roavina Travel Editor

Cities

Every city catalogued in this country so far, ranked by how much there is to see.

Practical information
Language spoken
Croatian
National practical orientation; regional and minority languages may also be used
Dialling code
+385
International calling code; local area and mobile prefixes still apply
Currency
Euro (EUR)
Use the official local currency; card acceptance varies by place
Emergency number
112
Use only for an emergency; tourist assistance may use a separate number
Plug type
Type C and F · 230 V
Check that chargers support the recorded voltage before using an adapter
Tap water
Safe from treated public supplies
Public drinking water is regulated; follow local notices on islands or after disruption

Planning a visit

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Top things to see

Ranked by importance — sitelinks, pageviews and heritage status, not editor preference.

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Category

Historic monuments 0 Museums 11 Places of worship 0 Nature sites 0 Viewpoints 0 Food and drink 0 Markets and shopping 0 Entertainment 0 Nightlife 1 Family attractions 0 Art and culture 0 Activities 10

Typical visit duration

Up to 1 hour 36 1 to 2 hours 22

Interests

History 5 Art 0 Museums 5 Nature 0 Sea and beach 0 Viewpoints 0
  1. Splitska Riva Splitska Riva
    01 2 hours

    Splitska Riva

    Splitska Riva is the central waterfront promenade of Split, Croatia, running along the edge of the historic core adjacent to Diocletian's Palace.

    • Must see
    • Activity
    • Split
  2. Ivan Meštrović Gallery Ivan Meštrović Gallery
    02 1 hr 30 min

    Ivan Meštrović Gallery

    Galerija Meštrović

    The Mestrovic Gallery is Split’s dedicated home for the work of Ivan Mestrovic, one of Croatia’s major modern sculptors.

    • Must see
    • Museum
    • Split
  3. KOKOLO juice & mojito bar KOKOLO juice & mojito bar
    03 2 hours

    KOKOLO juice & mojito bar

    Voćni trg

    Fruit Square, known locally as Voćni trg, is a historic public square in Split, Croatia. The square takes its name from the fruit market that historically operated in this space.

    • Must see
    • Nightlife venue
    • Split
  4. Split City Museum Split City Museum
    04 1 hr 30 min

    Split City Museum

    Muzej grada Splita

    Split City Museum, locally Muzej grada Splita, is a municipal museum institution in Split, Croatia. It preserves and presents the urban history of Split from antiquity through the medieval period to modern times.

    • Must see
    • Museum
    • Split
  5. Ethnographic Museum Ethnographic Museum
    05 1 hr 30 min

    Ethnographic Museum

    Etnografski muzej

    The Ethnographic Museum Split sits in the city’s historic core and introduces travellers to the material and social traditions of Dalmatia.

    • Must see
    • Museum
    • Split
  6. Archaeological Museum Split Archaeological Museum Split
    06 1 hr 30 min

    Archaeological Museum Split

    Arheološki muzej

    The Archaeological Museum in Split, known locally as Arheološki muzej u Splitu, stands as a significant cultural institution in Croatia's second-largest city. It preserves and presents archaeological finds from the Split region and broader Dalmatian area.

    • Must see
    • Museum
    • Split
  7. Museum of Fine Arts, Split Museum of Fine Arts, Split
    07 1 hr 30 min

    Museum of Fine Arts, Split

    Galerija umjetnina

    Gallery of Fine Arts Split, or Galerija umjetnina Split, is an art museum in Split, Croatia. The gallery gives a cultural counterpoint to the Roman remains of Diocletian’s Palace and the busy waterfront.

    • Must see
    • Museum
    • Split
  8. Croatian Maritime Museum Croatian Maritime Museum
    08 1 hr 30 min

    Croatian Maritime Museum

    Hrvatski Pomorski muzej

    The Croatian Maritime Museum occupies Split’s Gripe Fortress and explores the Adriatic through the objects, technology and traditions of seafaring.

    • Must see
    • Museum
    • Split
  9. Muzej hrvatskih arheoloških spomenika Muzej hrvatskih arheoloških spomenika
    09 1 hr 30 min

    Muzej hrvatskih arheoloških spomenika

    The Museum of Croatian Archaeological Monuments is a museum in Split dedicated to preserving and presenting Croatia's medieval archaeological heritage.

    • Must see
    • Museum
    • Split
  10. West Coast Promenade West Coast Promenade
    10 2 hours

    West Coast Promenade

    Zapadna obala

    The West Coast Promenade, known locally as Zapadna obala, is a waterfront walkway in Split, Croatia. It runs along the western edge of the city centre, offering views of the Adriatic Sea and the port area.

    • Must see
    • Activity
    • Split
  11. Marmont Street Marmont Street
    11 2 hours

    Marmont Street

    Marmontova ulica

    Marmont Street, known locally as Marmontova ulica, is a prominent pedestrian thoroughfare in Split, Croatia.

    • Must see
    • Activity
    • Split
  12. Varos Quarter Varos Quarter
    12 2 hours

    Varos Quarter

    Varoš

    Varoš Quarter, locally known as Varoš, is one of the oldest residential neighbourhoods in Split, Croatia.

    • Must see
    • Activity
    • Split
  13. Radunica Quarter Radunica Quarter
    13 2 hours

    Radunica Quarter

    Radunica

    Radunica is a historic residential quarter in Split, Croatia, situated east of Diocletian's Palace. This working-class neighbourhood preserves traditional Dalmatian urban fabric with narrow stone streets and compact houses.

    • Must see
    • Activity
    • Split
  14. Telegrin Peak Telegrin Peak
    14 2 hours

    Telegrin Peak

    Vrh Telegrin

    Telegrin Peak, or Vrh Telegrin, is an elevated natural viewpoint in the Split area. The peak belongs to the hilly landscape above the city and offers a different perspective from the streets, palace courtyards, and waterfront promenade below.

    • Must see
    • Activity
    • Split
  15. Poljud Stadium Poljud Stadium
    15 2 hours

    Poljud Stadium

    Stadion Poljud

    Poljud Stadium, known locally as Stadion Poljud, is a multi-purpose sports venue located in Split, Croatia. It serves as the home ground of HNK Hajduk Split, one of the country's most storied football clubs.

    • Must see
    • Activity
    • Split
  16. Spaladium Arena Spaladium Arena
    16 2 hours

    Spaladium Arena

    Spaladium Arena is a large indoor sports and entertainment venue located in Split, Croatia. The arena opened as a multi-purpose facility designed to host basketball, handball, concerts, and other major events.

    • Must see
    • Activity
    • Split
  17. Split Science Museum and Zoo Split Science Museum and Zoo
    17 1 hr 30 min

    Split Science Museum and Zoo

    Prirodoslovni muzej i zoološki vrt Split

    Split Science Museum and Zoo, locally called Prirodoslovni muzej i zoološki vrt Split, combines natural-science interpretation with a zoological setting. The attraction broadens a Split itinerary beyond Diocletian’s Palace, the waterfront, and the city’s Roman heritage.

    • Must see
    • Museum
    • Split
  18. Game of Thrones Museum Split Game of Thrones Museum Split
    18 1 hr 30 min

    Game of Thrones Museum Split

    Game of Thrones Museum Split is a themed attraction devoted to the HBO series and its filming connections with Croatia. Split is closely associated with the production because Diocletian’s Palace and nearby locations provided settings for scenes in the series.

    • Must see
    • Museum
    • Split
  19. Old City Hall, Split Old City Hall, Split
    19 1 hr 30 min

    Old City Hall, Split

    Stara gradska vijećnica

    Old City Hall is a historic civic building in Split’s old town. Its administrative purpose connects it with the city’s civic heritage, while its setting places it within the layered historic centre.

    • Must see
    • Museum
    • Split
  20. Split 3 Modernist District Split 3 Modernist District
    20 2 hours

    Split 3 Modernist District

    Split 3

    Split 3 is a large modernist residential district in the eastern part of Split, Croatia. Built primarily during the Yugoslav era, it represents one of the most significant examples of post-war urban planning in the region.

    • Must see
    • Activity
    • Split
  21. Galery Emanuela Vidovića
    21 1 hr 30 min

    Galery Emanuela Vidovića

    Galerija Emanuela Vidovića

    Emanuel Vidović Gallery, or Galerija Emanuela Vidovića, is a Split art gallery dedicated to the Croatian painter Emanuel Vidović.

    • Must see
    • Museum
    • Split
  22. Kastela Bay Kastela Bay
    22 2 hours

    Kastela Bay

    Kaštelanski zaljev

    Kastela Bay is a coastal inlet on the Adriatic Sea, situated between the city of Split and Trogir in central Dalmatia, Croatia.

    • Must see
    • Activity
    • Split

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Common questions

How long should a first trip to Croatia be?

Seven to ten days can pair Zagreb with one Adriatic region or focus on Split, nearby islands and one inland park. Dubrovnik, Istria and central Dalmatia are separate bases; ferry waits make a rapid checklist of coastal towns less efficient than it looks.

What entry documents are needed for Croatia?

Croatia belongs to the Schengen Area, while document and visa requirements still depend on nationality. Consult the Croatian foreign ministry before travel and check the passport used for every border leg, particularly when the route crosses non-Schengen neighbours.

What is the best way to travel around Croatia?

Zagreb, Split and Dubrovnik are common gateways. Coaches and cars are central to coastal travel, trains are more useful inland, and ferries follow seasonal schedules; confirm whether the selected sailing carries vehicles and reserve constrained summer departures.

When is a practical time to visit Croatia?

May, June and September combine warm coastal conditions with less pressure than peak summer for many routes. Island ferries and accommodation are more seasonal outside that window, while inland weather differs, so verify the exact transport dates before building an island sequence.

What money and payment basics apply in Croatia?

Croatia uses the euro. Cards are common in cities and resorts, but cash can still help at markets, small island businesses and local services; check whether a ferry, parking machine or accommodation deposit accepts the chosen payment method.

What practical safety details should I save for Croatia?

Call 112 for emergencies; Croatia uses Type C and F electricity at 230 V. Treated public tap water is recorded as safe, though local notices remain authoritative, and coastal itineraries should keep current ferry, heat and wildfire information available.