Croatia holiday
Travel tips, best time to visit & highlights for your Croatia holiday in Europe
Croatia offers crystal clear Adriatic waters, over 1,200 islands, medieval old towns, and a fantastic coastal landscape. Since the Game of Thrones hype, Dubrovnik has become world-famous, but the hinterland with its national parks is also surprising.
Capital
Zagreb
Language
Croatian
Currency
Euro (€)
Time zone
UTC+1
Flight time from DE
approx. 1.5–2 hours
Entry requirements
EU identity card
Deals for Croatia:
Which hotels in Croatia are recommended?
Selected hotels and holiday accommodations in Croatia — with images, reviews, and direct booking links with our partners.
Hotel Excelsior
Dubrovnik, Kroatien
Hotel Atrium
Split, Kroatien
Girandella Maro Suites & Villas
Rabac, Kroatien
Hotel Croatia
Cavtat, Kroatien
Hotel Bellevue
Dubrovnik, Kroatien
Marea Suites Valamar Collection
Porec, Kroatien
Monte Mulini Adults Exclusive Hotel by Maistra Collection
Rovinj, Kroatien
Esplanade Zagreb Hotel
Zagreb, Kroatien
What are the highlights of Croatia?
The best-known highlights of Croatia include Dubrovnik, Plitvice Lakes, Split, Hvar, Istria.
The places you absolutely must not miss.
Dubrovnik
The pearl of the Adriatic: walkable city walls, old town charm, and Game of Thrones backdrop.
Plitvice Lakes
16 cascading lakes connected by waterfalls – UNESCO World Heritage and natural wonder.
Split
Diocletian's Palace, vibrant old town, ferries to the offshore islands.
Hvar
The lavender island: luxurious beach clubs, vineyards, and clear water.
Istria
Truffles, olive oil, picturesque mountain villages, and the Roman arena in Pula.
Hotels in Croatia
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Hotelgutscheine & Kurzreisen
Deals ab 29 € p.P. auf touriDat.com
Pauschalreisen & Rundreisen
Berge & Meer – 170 Tage Cookie
When is the best time to visit Croatia?
The best time to visit Croatia is May–September. In summer: 28–33°C. In winter: 5–12°C.
Recommended travel time
May–September
Summer
28–33°C
Winter
5–12°C
How much does a holiday in Croatia cost?
A holiday in Croatia costs roughly 45–70€ per person per day (excluding flights) on a budget, 70–130€ mid-range and 130–250€ for luxury travel.
Average cost per person per day (excluding flight)
Budget
45–70€
Hostel, street food, public transport
Mid-range
70–130€
Hotel, restaurant, excursions
Luxury
130–250€
Boutique hotel, fine dining
How long is the flight from Germany to Croatia?
From Germany you reach Croatia in approx. 1.5–2 hours.
What travel tips are there for Croatia?
Insider knowledge to make your holiday better.
Visit Dubrovnik in September – fewer cruise tourists
Konoba restaurants offer authentic Dalmatian cuisine
Explore the islands by ferry or catamaran – book with Jadrolinija
Pack water shoes for pebble beaches
Istria is reachable by car from Munich in 5 hours
What do people eat in Croatia?
Typical dishes in Croatia are Ćevapčići, Peka, Black Risotto, Pršut, Štrukli, Grilled Fish.
These dishes you must try!
Which regions and places in Croatia are worth visiting?
39 regions, cities and highlights in Croatia
Cities
Biograd na Moru
Biograd na Moru is the gateway to Central Dalmatia and one of the most practical starting points for travelers to Croatia who want to experience everything. The former coronation …
Biograd na Moru
Biograd na Moru, the ancient Croatian royal city on the Dalmatian coast, is the perfect gateway to the Kornati Islands - one of the most spectacular island archipelagos in the …
Bol
Bol on the island of Brač hosts Zlatni Rat, probably the most famous beach motif in Croatia – a narrow pebble tongue that stretches like a horn into the turquoise sea and changes …
Brela
Brela is a small coastal gem on the Makarska Riviera, regularly appearing in rankings of the most beautiful beaches in Europe. Punta Rata beach, with its iconic rock in turquoise …
Cavtat
Cavtat is the elegant little sister of Dubrovnik – a coastal town with Mediterranean flair, located just 20 kilometers south of the famous fortified city, offering everything …
Nin
Nin is one of the oldest cities in Croatia and a hidden gem just 15 kilometers north of Zadar, combining history, healing mud, and dreamy sandy beaches in a compact area. The tiny …
Novalja
Novalja on the island of Pag is Croatia's answer to Ibiza – a holiday destination that delights during the day with crystal-clear bays and a barren lunar landscape and transforms …
Porec
Porec is the cultural heart of Istria and a city that proves that world heritage and beach holidays can be perfectly combined. The small peninsula town on the west coast of Istria …
Primošten
Primošten is one of the most photogenic villages along the entire Croatian coast – a small peninsula that stretches like a stone diadem into the Adriatic Sea, crowned by a …
Vodice
Vodice is the ultimate party and beach destination in Dalmatia - a lively small town north of Sibenik that radiates an energy in summer that oscillates between Ibiza vibes and …
Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik, the pearl of the Adriatic, is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. The completely preserved medieval old town, surrounded by an impressive city wall, sits on …
Split
Split, Croatia's second-largest city, is not a museum behind glass walls, but a vibrant metropolis that has lived, eaten, and celebrated in the Roman Diocletian's Palace for 1,700 …
Zagreb
Zagreb, Croatia's underrated capital, surprises with a vibrant café culture, excellent museums, and a charming Upper Town with medieval streets. The city is divided into the …
Zadar
Zadar on the Croatian Adriatic coast is a 3,000-year-old city that combines ancient Roman ruins with avant-garde art while remaining surprisingly unpretentious. Alfred Hitchcock …
Rovinj
Rovinj is the postcard pearl of Istria and one of the most romantic places on the Mediterranean. The old town is clustered on a peninsula, dominated by the Church of St. Euphemia …
Pula
Pula is the largest city in Istria and boasts one of the best-preserved Roman amphitheaters in the world. The Arena from the 1st century dominates the cityscape and today serves …
Šibenik
Šibenik is the oldest originally Croatian city on the Adriatic — in contrast to the neighboring cities founded by Romans or Greeks. The jewel of the city is the UNESCO-protected …
Trogir
Trogir is an architectural gem — the entire old town is located on a tiny island between the mainland and the island of Čiovo, connected by bridges. The UNESCO-protected city is …
Hvar Town
Hvar Town is the glamorous main town of the island of the same name and one of the trendiest places in Croatia. The town combines Venetian Renaissance architecture with a modern …
Opatija
Opatija is the elegant seaside resort of the Kvarner Bay and has a glorious history as a summer retreat for the Austro-Hungarian nobility. The magnificent villas and hotels from …
Makarska
Makarska is nestled between the mighty Biokovo Mountains and the Adriatic Sea and is the center of the eponymous Riviera — a 60-kilometer-long coastal strip with the most …
Islands
Cres
Cres is the largest island in the Adriatic and one of the wildest and most untouched – a paradise for nature lovers seeking authentic Croatia away from the tourist crowds. The …
Hvar
Hvar, the longest island in the Croatian Adriatic, enchants with a unique blend of lavender scent, historical splendor, and vibrant nightlife. The island's capital, Hvar Town, …
Brač
Brač is the third largest island in the Adriatic and is home to Croatia's most famous beach: Zlatni Rat (Golden Horn) near Bol. The distinctive peninsula, which changes shape …
Korčula
Korčula is one of the greenest and most culturally rich islands in Croatia and claims the title of the birthplace of Marco Polo. The capital of the same name, located on a …
Mljet
Mljet is the greenest and most mysterious island of Croatia. The entire western part is a national park with two turquoise saltwater lakes surrounded by dense Aleppo pine forests. …
Vis
Vis is the most remote inhabited Croatian island from the mainland and was a military exclusion zone until 1989 — which protected it from mass tourism. Today, Vis is considered …
Krk
Krk is the largest Croatian island and, thanks to the Krk Bridge, the easiest to reach — perfect for travelers by car from Germany and Austria. The island offers an amazing …
Lošinj
Lošinj is the island of vitality — a place where the unique combination of sea air, over 1,000 plant species, and a mild microclimate attracted doctors for climate therapy as …
Rab
Rab is the Happy Island of the Kvarner Bay and one of the few Croatian islands with real sandy beaches. The medieval town of Rab, with its four distinctive bell towers on a narrow …
National parks
Krka National Park
Krka National Park is one of Croatia's most spectacular natural wonders – a system of seven breathtaking waterfalls along the Krka River, nestled in a lush green karst landscape. …
Plitvice Lakes
The Plitvice Lakes National Park is Croatia's number one natural wonder and a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1979. 16 emerald green and turquoise lakes are interconnected by a …
Krka
Krka National Park is the natural jewel of Dalmatia and delights with seven spectacular travertine waterfalls along the Krka River. The most famous, Skradinski Buk, is an …
Kornati
The Kornati Islands are the densest archipelago in the Mediterranean — 89 islands, islets, and reefs in a compact space, barren, uninhabited, and of surreal beauty. The karst …
Areas
Dalmatia
Dalmatia is the sun-drenched coastal region of Croatia, stretching over 400 kilometers from Zadar to Dubrovnik — a narrow strip between the Dinaric Alps and the Adriatic Sea, …
Istria
Istria, the heart-shaped peninsula at Croatia's northwest tip, is a Mediterranean jewel that combines the best of Italy, Austria, and Croatia. The coast shines with the …
Kvarner Bay
Kvarner Bay is the large gulf between Istria and the Croatian mainland, protected by the mountain ranges of Velebit and Učka. The region combines the fashionable k.u.k. seaside …
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Croatia is one of the most popular travel destinations in Europe, offering Beach, Old Town, Islands and much more. The best time to visit Croatia is May–September, when the weather is ideal for exploration and relaxation. With a daily budget starting from 45–70€ (Budget) to 130–250€ (Luxury), Croatia is suitable for various travel budgets.
From the capital Zagreb, Croatia can be excellently explored. The official language is Croatian, and the currency is Euro (€). From Germany, you can reach Croatia in approx. 1.5–2 hours. Whether you want to try culinary highlights like Ćevapčići, Peka, Black Risotto, visit top attractions, or simply enjoy the atmosphere: Croatia has something for every type of traveller.
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