Croatia is a must see country that serves as a top tourist destination. A small European country, famous for its heavenly coastline and beach experience, should be in your travel bucket list. Croatia is a perfect mixture of picturesque beauty and historic cities with an old town artistic touch. It is a land of wonders with a lively vibe to it. It offers so much that it cannot be explored all over in just a single trip, and even if your trip is long enough to do so, you’d still want to revisit this paradise on earth.
Places to Explore in Croatia
While most people like to spend time around the coast, here are some our favorite places to explore in Croatia:
Explore Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik is one of the most glittering and beautiful tourist destinations in Croatia. Tourists, as well as the locals, love to enjoy a walk along the Old Town surrounded by rugged ancient walls. You can also explore the long pedestrian route lined with cafés, jewelry stores, restaurants, boutiques, and gift shops. The rooftop view of the ancient town looks beautiful, antique, and unique, with the buildings merging into the glistening water of the Adriatic ocean. Sightseers enjoy visiting the fortresses and towers in Dubrovnik. There are many other UNESCO heritage sites in Croatia that are worth visiting.
Plitvice Lake National Park
One of the most popular tourist attractions, this park is straight out of a calendar picture. The blue sparkling water lake surrounded by lush green forest hillsides with a background of spectacular scenic waterfalls. The park is home to many wildlife species but is rarely spotted by tourists. Try your luck if you are an animal lover!
Rovinj
The town of Rovinj houses the famous Batana Eco-museum. The town serves the best seafood and has a number of top-class hotels and cafes. What makes the town eye-catching is its pastel-colored houses, a cathedral located on the hilltop, and the graceful bell tower.
Zlatni Rat Beach
Golden Cape or Golden Horn is another name for Zlatni Rat Beach, a picturesque beach in Croatia with incredible idyllic views. Being one of the best and well-known beaches in Croatia, it is probably a bit crowded in the peak seasons. The beach water is a little warm for a swim from May till October. Tourists can enjoy all kinds of water sports, from boat rides to sea kayaks. Catamaran rides and cruises are also enjoyed at this blue beach.
The Blue Lagoon
The Blue Lagoon is one of the dreamiest places to visit in Croatia. From the diving experience in the Blue Lagoon to an underwater experience through the Stations of the cross, you will be left breathless. Witness the number of sacred statues under the Blue Lagoon, and continue the dive to explore the colorful reefs and the marine life of the Lagoon. Such experiences can be life-altering as well as spiritual, so don’t miss out on this particular destination on your trip to Croatia.
Zadar
Settled on the Dalmatian Coast, explore a civilization with a three thousand year old history, still growing in the city of Zadar. For all the history fans out there, Zadar is your go-to destination whenever you are in the mood to explore a beautiful historic village. From the Roman remnants to Middle Age architectural wonders, you will love every corner of this city. In addition to this, the native beauty and the exotic nightlife will leave you awe-struck.
