Croatia

Traditional Croatian Food: 24 Dishes to Try in Zagreb

Traditional Croatian food splits along one line: the Adriatic coast cooks with olive oil, seafood and herbs, while the continental interior cooks with paprika, pork and slow-braised meat. Zagreb pulls from both.

Castles in Croatia: 10 You Can Visit in 2026, With Prices

Ten castles and fortresses in Croatia are open to visitors in 2026, from €3 at Dubovac in Karlovac to €12 at Klis Fortress above Split. Half of them close on Mondays, and Varaždin's Stari grad and Oršić Castle are shut for renovation.

18 Best Beaches to Visit in Croatia

Croatia features beaches along its Adriatic Sea coastline and islands, ranging from isolated pebble coves to sandy beaches. Zlatni Rat Beach on the island of Brač features golden pebbles and an iconic horn shape-shifting with winds and currents. Its smooth pebbles, beachfront cafés, water sports rentals and natural beauty attract tourists and locals. Sakarun Beach on Dugi Otok island earns the name “Croatian Caribbean” with its 800 meters (0.49 miles) white sand bay and calm waters surrounded by pine forests. Banje Beach uniquely blends Croatian culture and the history of Dubrovnik with an active party scene focused around the Banje Beach Club, which hosts events and concerts. Zrće Beach on Pag Island is called the “Croatian Ibiza” for its summer beach clubs like Papaya and Aquarius, hosting famous DJs and nonstop parties day and night centered around dancing and water sports. Nin Beach, also called Queen’s Beach, spans over 3 kilometers (1.8 miles) with warm shallow waters and sandy sea floors perfect for families, with amenities, shops and restaurants in the nearby historic town of Nin.

Getting Around Croatia: Transport Guide for 2026

Croatia runs on coaches by land and ferries at sea: the railway stops at Split and never reaches Dubrovnik, and most catamaran routes sail only from April to October. Here is how buses, trains, ferries, flights and hire cars actually connect.

Festivals in Croatia 2026-2027: Dates and Where to Go

Croatia's festival calendar for the rest of 2026 and for 2027 runs from the Zigante Truffle Days and the Good Food Festival this autumn to Ultra Europe in Split on 9 to 11 July 2027, with INmusic, Hideout, Hospitality on the Beach and Outlook already dated.

How Much Does Croatia Cost? 2026 Prices, Fares and Fees

Croatia costs most travellers €80 to €150 per person per day in peak summer and around half that off season. Croatia uses the euro, not the kuna, and this guide gives the published 2026 prices for tolls, ferries, trains, Plitvice and Dubrovnik.

Driving in Croatia: Rules, Tolls and Limits for 2026

Croatia drives on the right, charges motorway tolls by distance with no vignette, and sets a 0.00% alcohol limit for drivers under 24 and 0.05% for everyone else. Winter equipment is compulsory from 15 November to 15 April.

Renting a Car in Croatia: 34 Important Tips (2026)

Renting a car in Croatia in 2026 needs a driver aged 21 or over at most companies, a licence held for one to two years and a credit card for a deposit of roughly €150 to €2,500. This guide covers the 2026 tolls, driving rules, island ferries and the Pelješac Bridge route to Dubrovnik.

18 Interesting Facts About Croatia, With the Sources

18 facts about Croatia with the detail that makes each one checkable: 1,244 islands rather than 1,300, the necktie's 18 October anniversary, Tesla's birth house, the Pula Arena's four towers, and why the kuna no longer exists.

39 Most Famous Croatians, From Nikola Tesla to Luka Modrić

The most famous Croatians are Nikola Tesla, Ruđer Bošković, Ivan Meštrović, Goran Ivanišević and Luka Modrić. This guide covers 39 of them by field, with verified dates, birthplaces and the achievement each is known for.

Croatia Public Holidays 2026 and 2027: Dates, School Breaks

Croatia has 14 public holidays a year. This guide lists every 2026 and 2027 date with its weekday, the school holidays set by the Ministry of Science, Education and Youth, the daylight saving changes and the working days locals still celebrate.

Places to Visit in Croatia: 12 Destinations Compared

12 places to visit in Croatia compared: what each one is for, how many days it holds and which airport it belongs to, from Dubrovnik and Hvar to Plitvice Lakes, Rovinj and Osijek, with three itineraries that keep the driving down.

Rovinj Travel Guide: 19 Things to Do, Beaches and Ferries

Rovinj was an island until 1763, which is why its old town is a tight Venetian oval with one church on top. Here are 19 things to do in Rovinj, plus which beaches are pebble and when the Venice catamaran runs.

Zagreb Travel Guide: What to Do and How Long to Stay

Zagreb is worth one full day and comfortably two, and it earns the stop as the year-round Croatian city two hours from Plitvice on the road to the coast. Its cathedral reopened to visitors on 17 April 2026 after six years shut.

Split Travel Guide: 26 Things to Do, Museums and Ferries

Split's old town is Diocletian's Palace itself, free to walk at any hour. Here are 26 things to do in Split, which museums are worth the ticket, and which ferries from Split run all year rather than only in summer.

Dubrovnik Travel Guide: 17 Things to Do, Tickets and Ferries

Dubrovnik's city walls cost the same €40 as the Dubrovnik Pass, which also covers Fort Lovrijenac, seven museums and the buses. Here are 17 things to do in Dubrovnik, plus the ferry seasons and cruise-ship windows.

12 Best Books About Croatia to Read Before Your Trip

The 12 books about Croatia worth reading before a first trip are 4 novels set in Croatia, 3 memoirs and essay collections, 3 Croatian history books and 2 current guidebooks, each listed with its author, year, translator and the traveller it suits.

How to go on a fun Blue Cave tour from Split, Croatia

The Blue Cave in Croatia is often hailed as one of the country’s most beautiful natural wonders. Situated on Bisevo island, this magical grotto glows with…