Guidebook for Zadar
Drinks & Nightlife
The Garden is one of my favourite places in Zadar...you'll enjoy the place and the fantastic view whether you just came for morning cofee and want to chill out, or want to have a cocktail in the evening....
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The Garden Lounge
2a Liburnska obalaThe Garden is one of my favourite places in Zadar...you'll enjoy the place and the fantastic view whether you just came for morning cofee and want to chill out, or want to have a cocktail in the evening....
Very nice day & night place located in a park on city walls!
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Ledana Lounge Bar and Club
Very nice day & night place located in a park on city walls!
Great place to go out! It's also very nice for morning coffee...
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Posh Pub
1 Obala kralja TomislavaGreat place to go out! It's also very nice for morning coffee...
Food Scene
Perfect place for having a coffee early in the morning and for having a drink while watching sunset over Zadar channel....one of my favorite places in Zadar :)
Caffe Bar Popeye
16A KarmaPerfect place for having a coffee early in the morning and for having a drink while watching sunset over Zadar channel....one of my favorite places in Zadar :)
Harbor Cookhouse & Club is located at the place where used to be Maraschino bar. It's a fancy place with good food, definitely worth of seeing. Although it's a restaurant, it's possible to just have a coffee at terrace and enjoy beautiful view of city port and city bridge...
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Harbor CookHouse & Club
6A Obala kneza BranimiraHarbor Cookhouse & Club is located at the place where used to be Maraschino bar. It's a fancy place with good food, definitely worth of seeing. Although it's a restaurant, it's possible to just have a coffee at terrace and enjoy beautiful view of city port and city bridge...
Tasty pizza and good beer selection is only 1min walk from the apartment! Pizza place Mrak is one of the local's favorite pizza places. They also serve ordinary food.
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Mrak
10 Ul. Petra SkokaTasty pizza and good beer selection is only 1min walk from the apartment! Pizza place Mrak is one of the local's favorite pizza places. They also serve ordinary food.
Cheap local restaurant with good everyday food! Generous portions for the price! It's not at the pretty location but it's worth visiting!
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Kod Stipe
40 Ulica Franka LisiceCheap local restaurant with good everyday food! Generous portions for the price! It's not at the pretty location but it's worth visiting!
The restaurant Tamaris is located at Zagrebacka ulica 5 and is famous for traditional Croatian roasted lamb which has been a favorite delicacy in Dalmatia for 8000 years! The place is 10 min walk from the apartment and if you want to try a favorite local dish, definitely give this a try!
Zagrebačka ul. 5
5 Zagrebačka ulicaThe restaurant Tamaris is located at Zagrebacka ulica 5 and is famous for traditional Croatian roasted lamb which has been a favorite delicacy in Dalmatia for 8000 years! The place is 10 min walk from the apartment and if you want to try a favorite local dish, definitely give this a try!
Very nice place to have a coffee and enjoy beautiful seaview. It's located right by the beach Kolovare and next to it's a little sandy part of Kolovare beach so you can go for a swim and then sit and have a coffee or ice cream !
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Caffe Bar Porthos
25 KarmaVery nice place to have a coffee and enjoy beautiful seaview. It's located right by the beach Kolovare and next to it's a little sandy part of Kolovare beach so you can go for a swim and then sit and have a coffee or ice cream !
Shopping
The biggest shopping mall in Zadar! Not far away from the apartment and good option for rainy days ;)
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Supernova Zadar
1 Ul. Akcije MaslenicaThe biggest shopping mall in Zadar! Not far away from the apartment and good option for rainy days ;)
If you want to buy an original souvenir, visit the Shake your memories souvenir shop! You get Instax polaroid photo as a wonderful postcard of Zadar with the recorded moment!
Shake your memories!
4 Ul. Jurja BarakovićaIf you want to buy an original souvenir, visit the Shake your memories souvenir shop! You get Instax polaroid photo as a wonderful postcard of Zadar with the recorded moment!
Borovo store is located at Siroka ulica. Borovo is Croatia's legendary Vukovar shoe factory which manufactures comfortable, unique, hand-made, famous items like Startas, Boromina, Borosana, My Ballerinas and more. The first Startas sneakers were made in 1976, and the last year the Pink Unicorn Startas appeared in the fashion Bible, the US edition of Vogue, and became a "must-have" item. Regardless of your stlye, in this store you'll find something at an affordable price just for you!
Borovo store is a perfect place to buy a 100% authentic Croatian souvenir or gift....and help the former industrial giant with remarkable history which was heavily damaged in the war to recover once again :)
Široka ul. 14C
14C Široka ulicaBorovo store is located at Siroka ulica. Borovo is Croatia's legendary Vukovar shoe factory which manufactures comfortable, unique, hand-made, famous items like Startas, Boromina, Borosana, My Ballerinas and more. The first Startas sneakers were made in 1976, and the last year the Pink Unicorn Startas appeared in the fashion Bible, the US edition of Vogue, and became a "must-have" item. Regardless of your stlye, in this store you'll find something at an affordable price just for you!
Borovo store is a perfect place to buy a 100% authentic Croatian souvenir or gift....and help the former industrial giant with remarkable history which was heavily damaged in the war to recover once again :)
Sightseeing
The main attraction in Zadar! A unique experience..it's perfect when it's not crowded - then you can sit for a while and enjoy the music it plays...
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Órgano del mar
Obala kralja Petra Krešimira IVThe main attraction in Zadar! A unique experience..it's perfect when it's not crowded - then you can sit for a while and enjoy the music it plays...
Unique installation which you have to visit during the night! It's a model of the solar system with its appertaining planets which absorbs the sun energy during the day and produces an impressive show of light in the rhythm of the waves and the sounds of the Sea organs during the night! It's a must see! :)
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Saludo al Sol
Istarska obalaUnique installation which you have to visit during the night! It's a model of the solar system with its appertaining planets which absorbs the sun energy during the day and produces an impressive show of light in the rhythm of the waves and the sounds of the Sea organs during the night! It's a must see! :)
Bell Tower of the Cathedral of St. Anastasia is a highest viewpoint in Zadar with stunning views of Zadar pennisula, islands and mountains surrounding it. The entrance fee is only few euros. Be careful not to climb around full hours because it's very loud when the bells are ringing!
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Bell Tower
24A Široka ul.Bell Tower of the Cathedral of St. Anastasia is a highest viewpoint in Zadar with stunning views of Zadar pennisula, islands and mountains surrounding it. The entrance fee is only few euros. Be careful not to climb around full hours because it's very loud when the bells are ringing!
BARKAJOLI - Rowers of Zadar! What gondoliers mean to Venice, barkajoli mean to Zadar! For over 800 years they have been connecting the two ends of Zadar´s harbour with their small rowboats in any weather conditions ... This tradition has been passed on from father to son for centuries and has survived despite the challenges of modern times. Advice you to try it! :)
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Barkajoli
Liburnska obalaBARKAJOLI - Rowers of Zadar! What gondoliers mean to Venice, barkajoli mean to Zadar! For over 800 years they have been connecting the two ends of Zadar´s harbour with their small rowboats in any weather conditions ... This tradition has been passed on from father to son for centuries and has survived despite the challenges of modern times. Advice you to try it! :)
The Riva is a city promenade with a view of the Zadar Channel, the islands of Ugljan and Pašman and the open sea to the northwest! It's a wonderful place to walk around and enjoy its beautiful green parks. The adress is Obala kralja Petra Kresimira IV.
I advice you to walk through Riva from Sea Organ to the Land Gate and enjoy the view! Especially in sunset!
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Obala kralja Petra Krešimira IV
Obala kralja Petra Krešimira IVThe Riva is a city promenade with a view of the Zadar Channel, the islands of Ugljan and Pašman and the open sea to the northwest! It's a wonderful place to walk around and enjoy its beautiful green parks. The adress is Obala kralja Petra Kresimira IV.
I advice you to walk through Riva from Sea Organ to the Land Gate and enjoy the view! Especially in sunset!
The Queen Jelena Madijevka Park was built on top of a former military bastion. The peaceful garden has a few benches, walking paths and a café. It's a nice place to chill out and to take a quick bite during walking around the town.
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Parque Reina Jelena Madijevka
The Queen Jelena Madijevka Park was built on top of a former military bastion. The peaceful garden has a few benches, walking paths and a café. It's a nice place to chill out and to take a quick bite during walking around the town.
Church of St. Donatus is the symbol of the city of Zadar and the most famous monumental edifice in Croatia from the early Middle Ages (9th c.). It is a very interesting place to look around and explore. If you like historical places, it's a must-see! It takes 10-15 mins total to walk around and enjoy the place and the entrance fee is around 20-30 kn.
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Church of St. Donatus
Grgura MrganićaChurch of St. Donatus is the symbol of the city of Zadar and the most famous monumental edifice in Croatia from the early Middle Ages (9th c.). It is a very interesting place to look around and explore. If you like historical places, it's a must-see! It takes 10-15 mins total to walk around and enjoy the place and the entrance fee is around 20-30 kn.
The Land Gate is the most impressive of the city gates of Zadar which was the main entrance into the city. It's located in the little Foša harbour and it's built in 1543. It's very impressive and can be viewed from the Queen Jelena Madijevka Park.
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Puerta de la Tierra
1 Trg pet bunaraThe Land Gate is the most impressive of the city gates of Zadar which was the main entrance into the city. It's located in the little Foša harbour and it's built in 1543. It's very impressive and can be viewed from the Queen Jelena Madijevka Park.
The Pillar of Shame is a single column standing to the west of St. Donatus’ Church on the Forum square and was used as a symbol of local judicial authority. Those who committed crimes were chained on the pillar for public humiliation and ridicule. This probably used to be the most hated place in the city.
Ulica Nadbiskupa Mate Karamana
Ulica Nadbiskupa Mate KaramanaThe Pillar of Shame is a single column standing to the west of St. Donatus’ Church on the Forum square and was used as a symbol of local judicial authority. Those who committed crimes were chained on the pillar for public humiliation and ridicule. This probably used to be the most hated place in the city.
Parks & Nature
One of Croatia's loveliest but least known spots! Sandy beach with crystal clear sea - it feels like you're in the Caribbean! It can be crowded in summer...
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Sakarun
One of Croatia's loveliest but least known spots! Sandy beach with crystal clear sea - it feels like you're in the Caribbean! It can be crowded in summer...
One of the most beautiful places in Croatia! Perfect for a one day trip from Zadar! It's located in the mountains so you can enjoy beautiful nature and stunning views!! Just perfect place! :)
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Parque Nacional de los Lagos de Plitvice
One of the most beautiful places in Croatia! Perfect for a one day trip from Zadar! It's located in the mountains so you can enjoy beautiful nature and stunning views!! Just perfect place! :)
Kornati National Park is comprised of 140 islands covering 18 kilometers of coastline and it's often mentioned as "nautical paradise". It's perfect for a one-day trip from Zadar by boat but don't book before you read the reviews for the tour company! And bring a hat! :)
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National Park Kornati
2 Ul. ButinaKornati National Park is comprised of 140 islands covering 18 kilometers of coastline and it's often mentioned as "nautical paradise". It's perfect for a one-day trip from Zadar by boat but don't book before you read the reviews for the tour company! And bring a hat! :)
National Park Krka is amazing place with stunning views and beautiful waterfalls! Definately worth of visiting! It's a bit smaller than Plitvice but still beautiful! But there can be a lot of tourists during the summer holidays.
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Parque Nacional Krka
National Park Krka is amazing place with stunning views and beautiful waterfalls! Definately worth of visiting! It's a bit smaller than Plitvice but still beautiful! But there can be a lot of tourists during the summer holidays.
One of the most beautiful and spectacular nature parks! You can go kayaking the area and stop off to explore the every spot! You can also rent a scooter in Sali and do a day trip to park! It's definitely a must-see attraction if you visit Dugi otok! :)
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Parque Natural Telašćica
One of the most beautiful and spectacular nature parks! You can go kayaking the area and stop off to explore the every spot! You can also rent a scooter in Sali and do a day trip to park! It's definitely a must-see attraction if you visit Dugi otok! :)
Essentials
A huge supermarket Plodine is 750m from the apartment. They have good quality goods, good choice of fruit and vegetables and very often they have promotional prices on some products! Perfect for weekly shopping!
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Plodine
A huge supermarket Plodine is 750m from the apartment. They have good quality goods, good choice of fruit and vegetables and very often they have promotional prices on some products! Perfect for weekly shopping!
Arts & Culture
St. Simeon's Church is one of the three most important churches in Zadar. It houses the Chest of Saint Simeon which holds the relics of St Simeon the God-receiver. The Chest of Saint Simeon is considered a masterpiece of medieval art and also one of the most interesting works in gold in Europe. On Oct. 8th, the Chest is opened and the mummy of the saint is displayed for a week. To enter the church you should dress up appropriately. Free entrance.
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Sveti Šimun
St. Simeon's Church is one of the three most important churches in Zadar. It houses the Chest of Saint Simeon which holds the relics of St Simeon the God-receiver. The Chest of Saint Simeon is considered a masterpiece of medieval art and also one of the most interesting works in gold in Europe. On Oct. 8th, the Chest is opened and the mummy of the saint is displayed for a week. To enter the church you should dress up appropriately. Free entrance.
Modern museum featuring ancient glass artifacts and interesting glassblowing demonstrations! Museum has the greatest collection of ancient glass in this part of Europe! Very interesting place to visit!
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Museum of Ancient Glass
1 Poljana Zemaljskog odboraModern museum featuring ancient glass artifacts and interesting glassblowing demonstrations! Museum has the greatest collection of ancient glass in this part of Europe! Very interesting place to visit!
This museum is one of the top attractions in Zadar! The collection of reliquaries and other precious objects is fascinating and beautiful! Even if you are not religious, you may find this exhibition very interesting. The museum is run by nuns so you have to dress up appropriately.
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The Gold and Silver of Zadar
This museum is one of the top attractions in Zadar! The collection of reliquaries and other precious objects is fascinating and beautiful! Even if you are not religious, you may find this exhibition very interesting. The museum is run by nuns so you have to dress up appropriately.
St. Laurence’s Church is the 11th century church, and the interesting thing is that a café has been built around it! So you have to enter the café Sv. Lovre (loacted on Narodni trg (People´s Square)) in order to reach the remains of the church. It's a unique oportunity to see old church in the middle of a café! :)
Narodni trg 6
6 Narodni trgSt. Laurence’s Church is the 11th century church, and the interesting thing is that a café has been built around it! So you have to enter the café Sv. Lovre (loacted on Narodni trg (People´s Square)) in order to reach the remains of the church. It's a unique oportunity to see old church in the middle of a café! :)