Zadar
Croatia
- Safety rating
- 8.8/10
- Best time to visit
- May to September for warm seas, with shoulder months quieter and pleasant.
- Population
- 0.1M
Overview
A laid-back Adriatic city, Zadar charms with Roman ruins, a Venetian old town, and the mesmerizing Sea Organ that plays music with the waves. Spectacular sunsets and nearby national parks add to its appeal.
Top attractions
Experience the Sea Organ and Sun Salutation, the Roman Forum, and St. Donatus Church.
Getting around
The compact old town is walkable, with buses and a small ferry to surrounding islands.