Its soccer team may have lately put Croatia from the headlines but that nation ought to be in your radar post-World Cup too. Easy to reach from the vast majority of European nations, Croatia delivers cheap food, beverage and lodging despite it’s increasing popularity with tourists; and it’s appeal is worldwide. Whether you’re searching for scenic mountains to increase, unrivalled beaches to unwind or movie-worthy backdrops to your selfies (the Mamma Mia movie and television show Game of Thrones are filmed here). Here are ten of the top places to go to Croatia.
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Zagreb
The Croatian capital, Zagreb is frequently overlooked because of its scenic appeal of Split and Dubrovnik, but it has lots of culture available. Its flourishing street artwork and foodie scene makes it the ideal city break destination. The Museum of Broken Relationships (a curated exhibition of leftover items from actual relationships) must be in your record, as if many visits to city’s littering of cheap yet upmarket street-food joints.
Split
Split is among history fans and nature lovers alike.
Vis
Croatia’s movie credentials do not cease at Game of Thrones, a lot of the new Mamma Mia movie was filmed at the Croatian island of Vis. A very small island, Vis is comparatively untouched (though we expect that will change!) , and can be a reasonable two hour ferry ride in the popular town of Split. It is famous for its shores (Stinva shore won best European shore in 2016) and wineries. Go ahead of the vacationers descend….
Dubrovnik
It gives everything: mindblowing background, experience, and unmissable landscapes. Jump on the cable car or choose holiday if experience is the thing, and also take a brief boat excursion to Lokrum Island to see the scenic landscapes. TV lovers will also enjoy the numerous Game of Thrones walking tours available, which take you through legendary series locations in Dubrovnik’s old city.
Istria
This peninsula lies near the Italian border and has just become more accessible to Brits since EasyJet has declared direct routes from Southend and Liverpool. It is also home to Brijuni National Park, but more about this Croatian stone at a minute!
Brac Island
A simple 50-minute ferry ride out of Split is located Brat Island, a worthy detour in your itinerary if you wish to get off the beaten path. Little villages Bol (also among Europe’s best windsurfing destinations) and Splitska (that just has 400 inhabitants) provide an ideal assurance of tranquillity, although Skrip’s medieval city center is filled with history.
Brijuni National Park
This park is really a set of Islands near vent town Pula in Istria. Based on the month, entrance costs are everywhere from 125-210 Croatian Kuna (involving #17-28 lbs ), so it is not exactly cheapnonetheless, it can be well worth it since it provides the opportunity to investigate roman ruins, magnificent scenery and see animals that occupy the island. Jurassic Park fans will love the fact you’ll be able to employ your own golf cart and see real dinosaur footprints also!
Plitvice Lakes
It’s a 300 square kilometer region of natural beauty; comprising woodlands, sixteen distinct lakes, waterfalls, and animal populations (like deer and bears). Quite simply: it is a hikers paradise.
There is many different hiking trails looping round the playground which change from 2-8 hours, so there is lots of choices based on how energetic you are feeling! Many trip Plitvice Lake as a day excursion from Zagreb, but there is plenty of nearby lodging which makes an overnight stay in the region feasible.
Rijeka
Not only is it the town home to Croatia’s National Theatre (which hosts lots of theater and opera performance), but it is also famous for its alternative rock scene. Zagreb airport provides a shuttle bus Rijeka, and Split is about a four hour car travel.
Bisevo
Bisevo is just another stunning Croatian Island. The early 24-meters long cave is located near Mezuporat cove, making it special is the water lights into a magical, electrical blue once the sun strikes its limestone. Unfortunetly, this impressive site has become more and more active and the entrance prices have been climbing.