Zadar Traveler Essentials
- 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.
Getting around
The compact old town is walkable, with buses and a small ferry to surrounding islands.
Local etiquette
Locals are friendly and unhurried; dress modestly when visiting churches.
Safety
Zadar is very safe; standard precautions against petty theft in summer crowds suffice.