The most famous beaches in Croatia

Croatia is one of the most famous tourist destinations in the world, known for its safety, beautiful nature, crystal clear sea and magical beaches. Croatia's great advantage is its location and proximity to many countries such as Slovenia, Austria, Germany and Hungary, whose guests are always happy to visit Croatia. In addition to guests from neighboring countries, Croatia is often visited by numerous guests from much more distant countries, as well as numerous celebrities. In addition to the natural beauty, warm Mediterranean climate and traditional food, what attracts guests the most is the crystal clear sea and many beautiful beaches. Croatia is known for many magical islands that hide beautiful beaches and secret coves. The most famous are: sunny Hvar, Brač, Korčula, Krk and the green island of Mljet. In Croatia, you can find many beautiful pebble or sandy beaches, and below we bring you some of the most famous:

1. Beach Zlatni Rat - Brač

Almost every foreign media or magazine has written about the unique Zlatni Rat beach on the island of Brač. The Zlatni Rat beach certainly belongs to one of the most famous beaches not only in Croatia, but also in this part of Europe, and surely is one of the most famous symbols of Croatian tourism. On top of its beauty, this beach has a special feature, which is that it often changes its shape. The very end of this beach changes its shape under the influence of various winds, waves and sea currents, which amazes all guests who spend their vacation here. Surrounded by pine forest, nature and fresh air, Zlatni Rat beach is an ideal choice for a family vacation with children, and it is only a 20-minute walk from the center of Bol. To visit this unique beach, we recommend accommodation in the wonderful Villa Petra, which is only 500 meters away from the beach itself.

2. Sakarun – Dugi Otok

Looking for a beautiful turquoise sea and an escape from the busy rhythm, then we recommend Sakarun beach, which is located on Dugi Otok. Dugi Otok is one of the longest Croatian islands, and its Sakarun beach is the ideal place for your haven of peace. The forest, fresh sea air and nature that surround Sakarun beach are an excellent choice for a vacation with children. Sakarun Beach is a sandy beach with very shallow sea, meaning that you will still be able to stand normally at greater distances from the shore. This will be especially appreciated by parents with small children who will be able to let their children enjoy the joys of the sea carefree. For guests who want an active vacation, we recommend riding a bicycle to get to the beach, and if you don't feel like an active vacation, you can use the train that will take you to the beach. For a break from the sun, there are restaurants nearby where you can refresh yourself or taste traditional dishes.

3. Punta Rata - Brela

Punta Rata is one of the most famous pebble beaches in the Mediterranean, and especially on social networks because of its attractiveness. The recognizable scene of a charming stone rock with nice greenery in the background is a picture that adorns numerous profiles on various social networks and world portals. It is located in the small town of Brela on the Makarska Riviera and is surrounded by a dense pine forest. The clean sea and greenery that provides natural shade are an ideal choice for families with children, but also for couples. On the beach you can find sunbeds and umbrellas with which you can fully relax and enjoy, and for additional refreshment there are cafes nearby where you can drink your favorite drink or coffee. The rocks that surround the beach are one of the symbols of Brela, and because of this, Punta Rata attracts more and more guests. For accommodation near this beautiful beach, we recommend booking Villa Brela or Villa Bacana.

4. Stiniva Beach – Vis

Stiniva beach certainly is one of the most special beaches in Croatia, and since 1967 it has been a protected part of nature in Croatia with the status of a significant landscape. It is characterized by extremely high and steep stone rocks that provide natural shade and are the biggest feature of this beach. In addition to the natural shade, the high rocks also provide shelter from ships that cannot come close to the beach. Stiniva beach is located on the southern side of the island of Vis and there is no road to reach it, only small steep paths between the rocks. It is precisely because of this that it managed to preserve its natural beauty and ensure a certain level of peace for guests who decide to visit this magical beach. Stiniva beach is very small, so you have to come as early as possible to secure your place. Due to all of the above, this beach is mostly visited by adventurers, the younger population, and less often by families with small children.

5. Banje - Dubrovnik

Visit beautiful Dubrovnik and the famous Banje beach, which is located right next to the city center. Banje is a pebble beach with a wonderful view of the walls of Dubrovnik and the island of Lokrum. This beach is enjoyed by many tourists from nearby luxury hotels, but also by many famous personalities. Banje Beach is a pebble beach that is suitable for many different groups of people, from families with small children, couples and mixed groups. You can rent umbrellas and sunbeds on the beach itself, and when you get tired of swimming and sunbathing, you can drink your favorite coffee in a cafe on the beach itself. After sunbathing and swimming, we recommend a tour of Dubrovnik, the famous main street Stradun and the old town. In the very center you can find numerous top restaurants where you can taste Mediterranean dishes. For your unforgettable stay in Dubrovnik, we recommend accommodation in Villa Paulina. Villa Paulina is located directly above Banja Beach and only a few minutes' walk from the center of Dubrovnik, making it an excellent choice for your vacation.

6. Beach Rajska plaža- Rab

The beach Rajska plaža, located on the island of Rab, is also among the most famous beaches in Croatia. Even the world-famous CNN portal included this beach in the top 100 beaches in the world. Two kilometers long, surrounded by lots of greenery, this beach is one of the most visited beaches in the region. If you want to refresh yourself or have something to eat, there are cafes and restaurants on the beach itself, and the forest surrounding the beach is ideal for sheltering from the sun. Thanks to the excellent quality of the sea, Rajska plaža has been awarded the blue flag, which is why many guests choose it. Also, the beach has numerous additional facilities such as a slide, beach volleyball and a water park, which will provide additional entertainment for all guests.

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