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Dalmatian Coast — a 8-Day Plan You Can Actually Do
The 8-day version for September: every day fits real transit, opening hours and daylight. Prefer more or fewer days? 4-day plan · 6-day plan · 8-day plan · best time to go.
8
days
478 km
distance
8.7 h
in transit
44
curated stops
Day 1 Zadar → Šibenik
🌡 12.7–30.2°C · 🌧 ~15 rain days · ☀ 12.3h light
09:00
Muzej antičkog staklamuseums & heritagehistory & sagas
Marvel at glass art from jewelry to Roman bottles.
50 min · Zadar · €1.40-3
09:50
Arheološki Muzejhistory & sagas
Discover Zadar's rich history through diverse artifacts.
50 min · Zadar · €4/adult (cash only)
open: Open at 09:00, closing time varies by day and season
10:40
Crkva svetog Donatamuseums & heritage
Admire this preserved pre-Romanesque church, now a museum.
50 min · Zadar · €2.70/adult (cash only)
12:52
Katedrala sv. Jakovamuseums & heritage
Admire intricate stonework in this UNESCO basilica.
50 min · Šibenik · €2
open: 9:30-18:30
13:42
Srednjovjekovni vrt sv.Lovrehistory & sagas
Discover rare medieval plants in a quiet garden.
50 min · Šibenik · Only for guided groups €2, check with Cr
open: 08:00-23:00
14:32
Trajektno pristaništelocal & traditional
Feel the breeze as ferries depart for nearby islands.
50 min · Šibenik
18:30
2Ribaramuseums & heritagehistory & sagas
Relish decent food at fair prices in a cozy historic center setting.
75 min · Zadar
open: 11:00-23:00
Overnight: Zadar
e.g. Sunset hostel · Hotel Kolovare
Day 2 Around Zadar
🌡 12.7–30.2°C · 🌧 ~15 rain days · ☀ 12.3h light
09:00
St. Mary & St. Simeonmuseums & heritage
Explore a museum of ancient religious relics inside the church.
50 min · Zadar
09:50
Forum Romanumhistory & sagas
Stroll among the well-preserved ruins of the Roman forum.
50 min · Zadar · free
10:40
Kopnena Vratahistory & sagas
Pass through this historic Venetian-designed city gate.
50 min · Zadar · Free
11:30
Katedrala sv. Stošije
Enjoy a panoramic city view from the bell tower.
50 min · Zadar · €2/adult
12:20
Sveučilište u Zadru
Walk through one of Europe's oldest universities, refounded in 2002.
50 min · Zadar
13:10
Morske orgulje
Listen to waves play a tune through 35 organ pipes.
50 min · Zadar · free
14:00
Restaurant Karoca Greseafood
Feast on large portions of grilled meat and fish, perfect for groups.
60 min · Zadar
open: 10:00-01:00
Overnight: Zadar
e.g. Sunset hostel · Hotel Kolovare
Day 3 Split
🌡 9.8–31.6°C · 🌧 ~13 rain days · ☀ 12.3h light
10:33
Getski vrtalhistory & sagaslocal & traditional
Notice tiny tiramolas drying in a palace park.
50 min · Split
11:23
Archaeological Museummuseums & heritagehistory & sagas
Explore ancient Roman artifacts from Salona and Narona.
50 min · Split · Adults €8; children, students, disabled
12:13
Piciginbeaches & cliffslocal & traditional
Join locals in the lively beach game of Picigin with a small ball.
90 min · Split
13:43
Basement halls of Diocletian's Palacemuseums & heritagehistory & sagas
Explore well-preserved palace substructures used in Game of Thrones.
50 min · Split · €6
14:33
Galerija Meštrovićmuseums & heritage
Admire intricate sculptures by Ivan Meštrović in a serene gallery.
50 min · Split
15:23
Peristyliumhistory & sagas
Stroll under Roman arches in the palace square.
50 min · Split
16:13
Zlatna ribicaseafoodlocal & traditional
Indulge in exquisite local seafood in a cozy, friendly setting.
60 min · Split
18:30
Theatrum Bar & Foodcraft beer & pubs
Savor fresh ingredients in a cozy setting with Wi-Fi.
75 min · Split · Dishes €7-17, drinks €4-15, wine €8-95
open: Daily 07:00-01:00
Overnight: Split
e.g. Radisson Blu Resort & Spa, Split · Palace Suites Heritage Hotel
Day 4 Around Split
🌡 9.8–31.6°C · 🌧 ~13 rain days · ☀ 12.3h light
09:00
Katedrala sv. Dujehistory & sagas
Marvel at the world's oldest cathedral's mix of Roman and Catholic styles.
50 min · Split · €3.40
09:50
Jupiter templehistory & sagas
See where an ancient Roman temple became a church.
50 min · Split · €0.70
10:40
Froggylandmuseums & heritage
Discover whimsical taxidermy frogs posed in everyday human scenes.
50 min · Split · €13
11:30
Split city beachbeaches & cliffs
Dip into the Adriatic's cool waters at Split's city beach.
90 min · Split · free
13:00
HNK Hajduk Splitseafood
Feel the electric atmosphere at Poljud stadium during a football match.
90 min · Split
14:30
Beach at Bačvicebeaches & cliffs
Relax on fine sand at Bačvice beach, surrounded by lively cafes.
90 min · Split
16:00
Bakra - Steak & Pizza Barcraft beer & pubs
Experience the best pizza baked on a fireplace.
60 min · Split
open: 10:00-23:00
Overnight: Split
e.g. Radisson Blu Resort & Spa, Split · Palace Suites Heritage Hotel
Day 5 Hvar
🌡 14.5–29.0°C · 🌧 ~11 rain days · ☀ 12.3h light
10:42
Grapčeva cavehistory & sagas
Marvel at stalactites and stalagmites in this ancient Dalmatian cave.
50 min · Hvar
open: entrance only allowed with a guided tour, available only on certain da
11:32
Adventure park Hvar Jelsabeaches & cliffs
Challenge yourself with paintball, archery, and more exciting activities.
90 min · Hvar
13:02
Humac
50 min · Hvar
13:52
Konoba Humaclocal & traditional
Enjoy traditional dishes in a romantic, scenic atmosphere among fields.
60 min · Hvar
open: closed on Sundays
18:30
Prsuta Tricraft beer & pubslocal & traditional
Relish good wine paired with cheese, olive, and prosciutto.
75 min · Hvar
Overnight: Hvar
e.g. Kuca Sofia · Luka's Lodge
Day 6 Makarska
🌡 4.8–32.6°C · 🌧 ~11 rain days · ☀ 12.3h light
10:05
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Feel the thrill of deep-sea exploration with guided scuba dives.
90 min · Makarska · €81.50 for two-tank dive & equipment, ca
18:30
Rivabeaches & cliffscraft beer & pubs
Feast on fresh seafood in a bustling atmosphere.
75 min · Makarska
open: Daily 11:00-01:00
Overnight: Makarska
e.g. Hotel Dalmacija Sunny · Villa Buljubasic
Day 7 Ston
🌡 8.8–34.7°C · 🌧 ~12 rain days · ☀ 12.3h light
18:30
Tavern Bota Sareseafood
Savour famous Ston oysters and other seafood by the waterfront.
75 min · Ston
Overnight: Ston
e.g. Vila Koruna Apartman and rooms
Day 8 Dubrovnik
🌡 13.8–30.9°C · 🌧 ~15 rain days · ☀ 12.3h light
09:55
Rector's Palacemuseums & heritagehistory & sagas
Explore the museum dedicated to Dubrovnik's rich history within its walls.
50 min · Dubrovnik · €15
10:45
Dubrovnik Natural History Museummuseums & heritagehistory & sagas
Encounter the century-old taxidermy specimens from 1872.
50 min · Dubrovnik
open: M-F 09:00-16:00
11:35
Banje Beachhistory & sagasbeaches & cliffs
Sunbathe on pebbles with stunning views of city walls and Lokrum island.
50 min · Dubrovnik
12:25
Lazaretimuseums & heritagecraft beer & pubs
90 min · Dubrovnik
13:55
Sponza Palacehistory & sagas
Admire the Gothic Renaissance architecture and historic archives inside.
50 min · Dubrovnik · €5
open: Daily 10:00-22:00
14:45
Fort Lovrijenachistory & sagas
Stand atop the 37-meter rock and feel the historic fortifications around you.
50 min · Dubrovnik · €15, or free with City Walls ticket
open: Daily 09:00-19:00
15:35
Konoba Tabakseafoodlocal & traditional
Taste fresh fish and local delicacies, a favorite among locals.
60 min · Dubrovnik