Places to discover

Best places to visit in Croatia

Going to Croatia has become a very fashionable thing to do. It is easy to see why. With its hundreds of islands and a sunny coastline, this small country in the Balkans is an ideal holiday destination. To find out more, the great Evaneos travellers provide good advice. Follow their detailed guidelines, region by region, on the sites of the country.

Famous for its wild nightlife, Croatia also has pretty historical towns, a genuine hinterland and unique nature reserves such as Plitvice Lakes or Krka .

To get the most out of Croatia, you need to get past the big tourist developments and discover the unknown or remote little gems such as the Blue Cave of Vis on Bi islandševo.

If you arrive from Italy by car, you will probably arrive in Istria and the region of Pula, a very popular destination in summer. Along the coast, the towns of Zadar and Split bear witness to centuries of history. As for the islands, you will be spoilt for choice. For nightlife that lasts until morning, join the jet set at Hvar.

The region of Dalmatia, located on the border between Montenegro and Bosnia, is spread around Dubrovnik. Opening onto the Balkans this beautiful fortified town bathes in sunlight from the Adriatic.

The regions around Zagreb, the capital and Slavonia in the east are the least populated but are the most typically representative of Croatian daily life, particularly rural daily life.

Whatever you want to see on your travels, you can consult the Evaneos site to discover the pearls of Croatia and create your ideal itinerary by bus or car.

Vukovar

Vukovar, or the "Hero City", was the city that suffered most during the war with Serbia. Completely destroyed at the time, it continues to recover a little more with each passing year, though the marks left by the shells can still be seen on its walls.

Split

An important town whose historic past has been overtaken by urban planning and the modern town.

Opatija

A very pleasant seaside town which resembles the French Riviera and whose Art Nouveau style houses are a change from the baroque or medieval centres of the other towns and cities in Croatia.

Šibenik

A coastal city lying between Split and Zadar, Sibenik, with its quaintly pretty historic centre, is a pleasant and enjoyable place to visit.

Krka

A natural national park where you can go swimming!

Mljet

One of the most isolated and remote islands on the continent, Mljet is a real paradise barely affected by mass tourism, unlike other coastal islands.

Korcula

One of Croatia's most beautiful (and most visited!) islands, Korčula has managed to retain its traditional character, despite the increasing pressure exerted by tourism.

Cavtat

One of the southernmost coastal resorts in Croatia, Cavtat lies in a magnificent location and is wonderfully well preserved.

Zagreb

The capital and the largest city in Croatia, Zagreb is located inland and doesn't quite have the same appeal as the coast. But it's a pleasant city to visit while on holiday in Croatia.

Biševo

Situated just opposite Vis Island, the tiny island of Bisevo is well known for its Blue Grotto.

Kocje

The reserve of Kocje is situated on the island of Korčula right at the bottom of Croatia. One of the most beautiful parks that I have visited.

Žrnovo

A tiny village on Korcula Island, Zrnovo is nestled in the mountains 4km from the coast.

Pasadur

Situated on Lastovo, one of the most isolated islands in the country, Pasadur is little port nestled in a creek, overlooking turquoise seas.

Šolta

Šolta: a calm, peaceful island where time seems to have come to a standstill.

Paklenica National Park

Though not far from the coast, the region this park is located in is rocky and mountainous. The park is a great place to visit for people who enjoy walking and rock climbing.

Kopaki Rit

A national park situated on the conflux of the Drava and the Danube Kopacki Rit is one of Europe's largest wetlands and is a paradise for nature lovers.

Buje

A fortified town in the region of Istria, Buje has a magnificent historic centre and a beautiful view of the surrounding areas.

Zagorje

Lying to the north of Zagreb, Zagorje is a region famous for its wines and natural hot springs, and it is the perfect place to come for those looking to get a real breath of fresh air and experience the Croatian countryside without venturing too far from the capital.

Samobor

A small Baroque city, Samobor is a very nice place to come for a day trip when in Croatia. Spend time exploring the city itself and be sure to try the local speciality: the famous Samobor cake.

Skadar

The largest lake on the Balkan Peninsula, Lake Scutari (or Lake Skadar, Lake Shkodër or Lake Shkodra) and it surrounding area make up a magnificent nature reserve and national park, especially on the Montenegrin side.

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