Day trip to Kornati National Park
Nearby Islands 8 hrs
Discover a stunning archipelago of 89 islands, islets, and reefs by boat.
Where to stay
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At a glance
Climate
Mediterranean
Languages
Croatian and English and German and Italian
Local currency
EUR
(EUR)
Local time
(GMT+2)
Ideal trip length
2–5 days
Cost level
3 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Old Town (Poluotok)
Tap water
Generally described as safe to drink
Tipping
Optional, 5-10% appreciated
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
80 · Very good
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Pašticada
Peka
Pag cheese
Maraschino liqueur
When to visit Zadar
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: July, August
Busiest: Jul-Aug
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Jan30
Cold, quiet
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Feb35
Cold, quiet
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Mar50
Cool, warming
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Apr70
Mild, pleasant
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May85
Warm, sunny
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Jun90
Hot, busy
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Jul95
Very hot, peak
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Aug95
Very hot, peak
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Sept85
Warm, pleasant
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Oct70
Mild, cooling
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Nov45
Cool, rainy
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Dec35
Cold, festive
Things to do in Zadar
7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
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Best in the morning
1 place
Best in the evening
1 place
Greeting to the Sun
Old Town 0.5 hrs
Experience a mesmerizing light show powered by solar energy, especially at sunset.
Any time of day
5 places
Sea Organ
Old Town 0.5 hrs
Listen to the sea play music through a unique architectural sound art object.
St. Donatus Church
Old Town 1 hr
Explore the iconic pre-Romanesque church, a symbol of Zadar, with unique acoustics.
Roman Forum
Old Town 0.5 hrs
Wander through the ruins of the largest Roman forum on the Croatian side of the Adriatic.
Zadar City Walls & Gates
Old Town 1.5 hrs
Walk along the ancient Venetian fortifications, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and admire the city gates.
Museum of Ancient Glass
Old Town 1.5 hrs
Admire a unique collection of Roman glass artifacts and watch glassblowing demonstrations.
Things to book
Tours and activities in Zadar
Guided tours, day trips and tickets to book alongside your stay.
Activity tour
Zadar Wine & Food Pairing
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Transport To Garden Festival Tisno
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Private sunset sailing tour in Zadar archipelago
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Romantic Zadar Sunset Boat Tour with a Glass of Prossecco
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Adrenaline Adventure on Speedboat with 3 stops and Snorkeling
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Private Boat Tour to Croatian Islands
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3-Hour Zadar Food Tasting Tour
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Sakarun Beach Small Group Boat Tour and Shipwreck Snorkeling
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Practical ratings
Our own ratings and key insights for this destination.
Near Zadar
Straight-line distance from the centre of Zadar.
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