10-Day Croatia road trip from Rijeka to Zadar, Tučepi, Lika-Senj County, and Zagreb

Your road trip adventure in Croatia begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Rijeka. You’ll stay in Rijeka for 4 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Rijeka has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible City Clock Tower. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,339 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Rijeka, Konoba Tarsa. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,076 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Rijeka is Barbacoa. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,487 customers.

Locals recommend Konoba Fiume as one of the best restaurants in the city of Rijeka. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 933 customers.

Rijeka also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Rijeka is The Beertija Klub. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,087 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 10-day vacation in Croatia!

Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Rijeka has to offer. Cherish the 3 nights you have left in Rijeka by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Rijeka. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of Rijeka, like the extraordinary Trsat Castle. This attraction is a castle and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,516 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Rijeka is the spectacular Church of Mary of God of Trsat. This attraction is a church and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,485 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Petar Kružić Stairway. This top-tier point of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 799 visitors.

Maritime and History Museum of the Croatian Coast is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This museum is a popular destination among visitors in Rijeka. Rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,043 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

Your discovery of Rijeka does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Rijeka on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Croatia, be sure to eat at Boonker, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Rijeka. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,735 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Rijeka is the popular Bistro Mornar. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,156 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, River is one of the best bars in the city of Rijeka for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,197 customers.

Pet Jedan Tapas Bar is another of the most popular bars in the city of Rijeka. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 898 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Rijeka is Pub "Bačva". Pub "Bačva" has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 781 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Rijeka!

On day 3 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Rijeka, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 2 nights left in Rijeka.

Today you'll explore the city of Pula. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Forum Square. This incredible attraction is a top-tier point of interest and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 5,726 visitors.

Temple of Augustus is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Pula. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,904 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Pula is Pula Arena. This amazing attraction is a roman amphitheatre and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 58,562 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in Croatia to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Rijeka.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Rijeka, like King’s Caffe food pub. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,389 customers.

Submarine Burger Rijeka is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Rijeka. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,653 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Rijeka, Phanas Pub Rijeka est.2001. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 753 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Croatia!

Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Zadar. You’ll stay in Zadar for 2 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Lika-Senj County’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Lika-Senj County, start your day with a visit to the amazing Sundial on the 45th parallel. This much-appreciated must-see tourist destination and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 135 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Plaža Prva Draga. This top-tier point of interest and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,077 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Nehaj Fortress to make the most of your road trip across Croatia. The spectacular Nehaj Fortress is a fortress that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,527 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Lika-Senj County has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Zadar. Zadar offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Restoran 4 Kantuna. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 3,300 reviews.

The remarkable Konoba Rafaelo is another top restaurant in Zadar we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,104 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Pet Bunara Dine & Wine is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,856 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Zadar, the fantastic Deja Brew Pub Zadar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 735 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful BackStage Bar. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 508 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Harbor CookHouse & Club. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,272 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Croatia!

On day 5 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Zadar, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Zadar.

Today you'll explore the city of Zadar. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Sea organ. This incredible attraction is a tide organ and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 56,635 visitors.

Roman Forum is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Zadar. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,627 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Zadar is Church of St. Donatus. This amazing attraction is a church building and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,633 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Narodni trg. This best-rated sightseeing destination and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,549 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Market Zadar. This top-tier point of interest is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 7,601 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in Croatia to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Zadar.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Zadar, like Trattoria Mediterraneo. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 762 customers.

Restoran Bruschetta is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Zadar. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,370 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Zadar, Beach Bar Bamboo. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,578 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like La Famiglia. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,083 customers.

The Garden Lounge is another of the best bars in the city of Zadar. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,269 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Croatia!

Day 6 of your road trip through Croatia gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Tučepi for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Šibenik is the amazing Roski waterfall. This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,525 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible park, Krka National Park. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 58,359 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Šibenik is the outstanding Skradinski buk. This popular waterfall and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 9,042 visitors.

The spectacular Beach Mala Raduča is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating must-see tourist destination and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 5,107 visitors.

There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Croatia. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Tučepi, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Villa Spiza, one of the best restaurants in the city of Tučepi. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,322 customers.

Locals also recommend Šug Restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Tučepi. Šug Restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,279 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Tučepi is Fig Split. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,263 customers.

After dinner, visit Perivoj restoran i kavana, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Tučepi. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,279 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Daltonist Craft Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,191 customers.

Alternatively, Tennis Bar is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Tučepi. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,185 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Croatia!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 7 of your epic road trip in Croatia, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Tučepi. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Lika-Senj County. You’ll stay in Lika-Senj County for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Tučepi’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Tučepi, start your day with a visit to the amazing Diocletian's Cellars. This much-appreciated top-tier point of interest and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 892 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Diocletian's Palace. This museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 75,911 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Golden Gate to make the most of your road trip across Croatia. The spectacular Golden Gate is a memorial gates and arches that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,783 visitors.

The lovely Marjan is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 12,428 visitors have left this mountain average ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular Kašjuni Beach. This attraction is a beach rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 2,777 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Tučepi has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Lika-Senj County. Lika-Senj County offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Bistro & Pizzeria Tomislav. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 1,954 reviews.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Lika-Senj County, the fantastic The Highlanders pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 928 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Bistro @ izletište Travel. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 175 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Croatia!

Day 8 of your road trip through Croatia gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Zagreb for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Zagreb is the amazing Park Maksimir. This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 19,174 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible catholic cathedral, Zagreb Cathedral. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 16,381 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Zagreb is the outstanding Ban Josip Jelačić Statue. This popular top-tier point of interest and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 19,613 visitors.

There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Croatia. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Zagreb, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try HERITAGE - Croatian Street Food & Shop, one of the best restaurants in the city of Zagreb. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,369 customers.

After dinner, visit Vintage Industrial Bar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Zagreb. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,500 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Hub Cooltura Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,249 customers.

Alternatively, Mr. Fogg is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Zagreb. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,233 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Croatia!

Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Rijeka. You’ll stay in Rijeka for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Zagreb’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Zagreb, start your day with a visit to the amazing Stone Gate. This much-appreciated city gate and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,601 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Museum of Broken Relationships. This museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 6,957 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Croatian National Theatre in Zagreb to make the most of your road trip across Croatia. The spectacular Croatian National Theatre in Zagreb is a top-tier point of interest that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,945 visitors.

The lovely Botanical Garden of the Faculty of Science, University of Zagreb is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 6,528 visitors have left this park average ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular Bundek. This attraction is a lake rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 15,180 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Zagreb has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Rijeka. Rijeka offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Maslina. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 1,219 reviews.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Rijeka, the fantastic Public pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 521 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Kancelarija Bar. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 260 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Celtic Caffe Bard. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 239 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Croatia!

Day 10 of your road trip in Croatia is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Rijeka before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Kružna ulica is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Rijeka. This must-see tourist destination and popular site of interest has an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars by 2 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Rijeka and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Croatia.

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Rijeka at Conca d'oro before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,238 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Restoran Spagho for your last chance at a meal in the city of Rijeka. The Restoran Spagho restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,199 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Seafood restaurant Feral. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,111 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Rijeka. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Croatia!