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Cities steeped in centuries of history, still deeply rooted in their traditions but at the same time boasting a vibrant and modern cultural life, home to impressive monumental sites and teeming with hidden charms waiting to be discovered. Fly to Croatia and fall in love with its nature areas, oak forests and 1000 islands. Sit down at the table with the local people to try their delicious varied cuisine and take a road trip to explore this small country. Discover Croatia, a vibrant destination.
An excellent way to explore Croatia is through its buildings, cities, artworks or cultural and natural attractions that Unesco has included on its world heritage list. Diocletian's Palace and the medieval city of Split, the Cathedral of Saint James in Šibenik, the Plitvice Lakes National Park, the historic town of Trogir, the ancient city of Dubrovnik and the Stećci (medieval tombstones) are just some of the must-see places.
If you want to discover the essence, traditions and folklore of Croatia, explore its festivities, handicrafts and music, some with Unesco intangible cultural heritage status: Bećarac singing, Klapa music and Ojkanje folk singing; the Feast of Saint Blaise, the carnival bell ringers' pageant and the spring procession of the Ljelje queens; Croatian lace, wooden toys and the art of building dry stone walls.
Today, Croatia's vibrancy is forging a rich and diverse art scene, buzzing with creativity in every corner of the country and every form of expression.
Galleries, museums, music events, theatre, film, dance, opera, ballet, contemporary art, design... The list is endless and art is everywhere you look.
From the shores of the Southern Dalmation Islands bathed in the gentle sun of the Adriatic to the top of the Dinara, the country's highest peak, to the wildlife in the wetlands of Posavina and the Mediterranean vegetation of the Mljet forests... the natural beauty of Croatia is endless.
Immerse yourself in one of Europe's best-preserved nature areas (10% of the country is protected), explore the eight national parks and 12 natural parks, stroll along some of the world's most beautiful beaches and soak up the energy of this genuine green paradise with a privileged climate and unique flora and fauna.
Croatian cuisine is characterised by its diversity, with a distinct personality that varies from region to region, combining the best of the Mediterranean diet with Hungarian, Viennese, Turkish, Greek and Italian influences.
If you travel to Croatia, be sure to try the traditional cuisine: aperitifs like the world-famous Zadar Maraschino; starters like Pag cheese, Kvarner shrimp, Slavonian ham and "kulenova seka" (spicy sausage) and Ston oysters and mussels; the delicious grilled fish, marinated anchovies and delicacies like the eels and frogs from the Neretva Valley; turkey with "mlinci" (a garnish made of flour, water and salt); "Pašticada", a typical meat stew from Split; and desserts like cream caramel, "Kotonjata" (puréed quince), "kroštule" (crunchy flour, egg and sugar pastries) and "fritule" (fritters).
And to turn mealtimes into a real travel experience, try the Croatian dishes you'll find at the numerous food and tasting festivals held throughout the year, follow the wine routes through the vineyards of Slavonia, Dalmatia and Central Croatia, savour the delicious white truffles from Istria, treat yourself to dinner at one of the country's Michelin-star restaurants.
From the smallest town in the world to cities that date from antiquity, to modern centres brimming with life and a rich variety of cuisine and cultural options: Croatia's urban destinations offer an unparalleled insight into the country and its people.
Dubrovnik enchants everyone in summer with its vibrant cultural scene, festivals and open-air concerts by the sea or in places steeped in history. Imagine swaying to the music or watching a play in unusual venues like the atrium of the Sponza Palace, Lokrum Island, Fort Revelin or the Rector's Palace.
You'll be able to choose from as many as fifty events on the streets of Dubrovnik, in the neighbouring coastal towns and on the nearby islands as part of programmes like “Streets of Our City”, organised by the city council and tourist board. With visiting artists from all over the world, the event is a truly unforgettable experience.
If you want to discover the roots of Croatian culture through its music, don't miss the concerts of traditional Dalmatian Klapa singing. They're held throughout the summer at fascinating outdoor venues.
Find your own Zagreb, whether the city connected to nature or the cultural hotspot, stroll down Ilica Street, take the cable car to the Upper Town, pause for a cup of coffee at "Spica" or escape to green oasis of Maksimir Park. Discover why Dubrovnik is known as the Pearl of the Adriatic and explore King's Landing, the iconic fictional city in Game of Thrones; enjoy the mild climate, excellent choice of hotels and thrilling history, and visit one of the nearby paradise islands, like Elaphiti, Korčula or Mljet.
You'll fall in love with the beautiful waterfront in Split and the cafes that line it, with the increasingly rich variety of food and the quirky museums. This city is also an excellent base for discovering nearby locations like Sinj, Trogir, Omiš, Makarska and Imotski. Want to explore some lesser-known destinations? No city in the world has a sunset more magical than the one you'll see in Zadar, Rab looks like a stone ship moored on an island, James Joyce wrote about the intrigues of the city of Pula, Umag is surrounded by perfect places to practise sport and open-air activities, and Nin is a natural paradise... What are you waiting for?
