Holiday in Rab

What makes Rab special as a destination?

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 peninsula, offers one of the most impressive silhouettes of the Croatian coast — a sight that is particularly memorable when approaching from the sea. The old town is a labyrinthine masterpiece of narrow streets, Romanesque churches, and Gothic palaces. The three main streets — Upper, Middle, and Lower Street — rise gradually and connect the main attractions: the Prince's Palace, the Cathedral of the Assumption, and the Komrcar Park with Mediterranean plants. In summer, the town transforms with the Rapska Fjera into a medieval festival featuring knight tournaments, craft demonstrations, and historical cuisine. The beaches are Rab's great asset: Paradise Beach in the Bay of Lopar offers fine sand and shallow water — ideal for families with children. Overall, the Lopar peninsula has over 20 sandy and pebbly coves, including naturist beaches, as the naturist tradition in Croatia began in Rab in 1936. The northwest side of the island is covered with dense oak forests, while the mainland-facing side appears barren and windswept. The ferry from Jablanac reaches Rab in 15 minutes, and from the island of Krk, you can reach Lopar by boat. The combination of historic old town, sandy beaches, and unspoiled nature makes Rab one of the most versatile islands in Croatia.