Croatia is located on the Mediteranean shores between the Balkans and Central Europe.
Visited by more than 11 million tourists every year, Croatia is one of the top holiday destinations in Europe.
With more than 8 national Parks, highlands which stretch from Italy till Albania and an extraordinary coastline, Croatia impresses with its natural beauty.
In case you are a first time visitor, our Top rated destinations in Croatia can serve as travel inspiration.
7 Top rated destinations in Croatia
Plitvice Lakes National Park
The oldest natural park in Croatia and a UNESCO World Heritage site, Plitvice National Park is a natural wonder. It is located between Zagreb and Zadar on the Adriatic Sea coastal region.
16 mineral-rich water lakes interconnected by fairy tale waterfalls displayed on a 300 square kilometres setting represent one of the most popular tourist attractions in the country.
Bus and boat tours are available for the visitors of the park along with local restaurants and hotels.
Dubrovnik
A seaport, a UNESCO World Heritage Sit and one of the country’s most visited destinations all in one word: Dubrovnik.
The seaside resort is also a very popular filming location for movies and TV series. Star Wars, Game of Thrones and Robin Hood: Origins were filmed in Dubrovnik lately.
Top attractions in Dubrovnik: Ancient City Walls, Island of Lokrum, Old Town, Gornji Ugao Tower, Franciscan Monastery and Sponza Palace.
Split
Split is the second largest city in Croatia and a gateway to the Dalmatian summer resorts. Split is an old city with a huge cultural and historic legacy dating back the Roman Empire.
The city is also famed for its wine cellars and for its great restaurants and hotels.
Top attractions in Split: Diocletian’s Palace, Cathedral of St Domnius, Putalj Winery, Old town, Klis Fortress and Veli Varos neighbourhood
Istria
Located between 3 countries (Croatia, Italy and Slovenia), Istria is the largest peninsula in the Adriatic Sea. The Istria Riviera can be considered one of Croatia’s best when it comes to tourism. During the summer season it gets really crowded.
Top attractions in Istria: Lighting Giants in Pula, Euphrasian Basilica, St Blaise’s Church, Novigrad, Aquapark Istralandia, Porec Old Town and Port of Rovinj.
Zagreb
Croatia’s capital city, Zagreb is a gateway to Central Europe and the Adriatic coast.
It is the largest city in Croatia and a thriving economical, political and cultural centre. On top of that, Zagreb can pride itself with being a top tourist destination for tourists from all over the world.
Top attractions in Zagreb: St. Mark’s Church, Mount Medvednica, Museum of Broken Relationships, Dolac Market, Museum of Contemporary Art and Upper Town (Gornji Grad)
Zadar
Zadar is the oldest city in Croatia and one of the top 5 size-wise. The town is famed for its museums and impressive architecture but also for its fancy cafes and restaurants.
In spite of all that, Zadar is not a crowded destination which actually makes it even more attractive.
Top attractions in Zadar: St Anastasia’s Cathedral, Archaeological Museum, Roman Forum, Museum of Illusions, The Greeting to the Sun and Sea Organ (Morske Orgulje).
Vis Island
Vis is a Croatian island in the Adriatic Sea. Once a military strategic zone, now Vis is a very popular tourist destination. It is the farthest island from Croatia shores.
Gourmet seafood, good wines, great beaches and many scenic landscapes is what makes Vis a great holiday destination.
Top attractions in Vis Island: Blue Grotto, Stiniva Cove, Mount Hum, Archaeological Museum, Green Grotto and Milna & Zaglav.