Cheap 12-Day Croatia Road Trip from Dubrovnik to Metković, Šibenik, Zadar, and Split

Your exciting road trip through Croatia starts when you reach the incredible city of Dubrovnik, where you'll stay for 3 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Dubrovnik and begin your adventure in Croatia.

Dubrovnik is a popular cheap holiday destination in Croatia with something to offer every traveler. When you're ready to explore the city, stop at some of the best places to visit in Bosanka, Dubrovnik and get this road trip adventure rolling.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best budget-friendly hotels or places to stay in the city.

When you're hungry and ready to take a break from your adventure, treat yourself to a delicious meal at one of the best restaurants in Dubrovnik. An excellent example is the popular Konoba Dubrava. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,933 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in Croatia is Pantarul. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,208 customers, this famous restaurant is one of the city's most recommended places to eat.

If you wish to dine at a restaurant locals love, go to the wonderful Shizuku -Japanese cuisine-. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,123 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

Restaurant Panorama is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 3,604 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Dubrovnik we recommend is Gradska kavana Arsenal Restaurant, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,275 customers.

Dubravka 1836 Restaurant & Cafe is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 3,837 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Enjoy toasting the start of a terrific road trip vacation and cheap holiday experience in Croatia!

Day 2’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Bosanka, proving that cheap holidays in Croatia can be extraordinary.

You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary Porat Dubrovnik. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 4,594 travelers.

Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular Sponza Palace. This popular place of interest is a stunning palace that boasts an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,600 visitors.

To make your trip to Bosanka more memorable, spend time at the fascinating Rector's Palace, Dubrovnik. With an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars in 2,437 traveler reviews, it’s not surprising that the fantastic Rector's Palace, Dubrovnik is often mentioned in Croatia road trip itineraries.

The magnificent The Cathedral of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary is another stop you might want to add to your sightseeing plans. This church and popular travel destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 3,589 reviews.

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After exploring some of the most remarkable sights in Croatia, you also have the chance to experience the country’s food culture. Eat at Veranda 2.0, Dubrovnik, one of the best restaurants in Dubrovnik. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 706 reviews.

You can also check out Tavern Arka Restaurant. Offering appetizing foods and refreshing beverages at reasonable prices, this restaurant is an excellent choice for budget travelers in the city. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 732 diners.

Another great restaurant we recommend you go to after your road trip activities is Urban & Veggie - Vegan Restaurant Dubrovnik. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 671 customers, this restaurant is sure to provide you a memorable dining experience in Dubrovnik.

When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in Dubrovnik for an after-dinner drink. Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at Cave Bar More and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,438 customers.

Lucin Kantun Dubrovnik is another great place to hang out in and relax after a busy day in the city. This bar offers various drinks at affordable prices and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,154 customers.

If you want to have a drink or two with locals, you'll want to visit The Gaffe. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,223 customers, this bar is one of the best places to unwind and socialize in Dubrovnik.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible road trip adventure in the magical Dubrovnik!

On day 3 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Croatia, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Dubrovnik and end your day in the city of Metković, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Dubrovnik is the amazing Velika and Mala Petka Forest Park. This travel destination is a park that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,642 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Onofrio fountain. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,091 travelers, a visit to this well-known fountain and sightseeing spot in Dubrovnik is likely to make your vacation in Croatia even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Dubrovnik is the outstanding Lovrijenac. This fortress has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 8,073 visitors.

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At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Metković. Metković is another cheap travel destination in Croatia where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Croatia can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Metković that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Metković is Restoran Đuđa i Mate. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 808 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Metković, Pizzeria Milano is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 573 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Konoba Vrilo. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Metković enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 490 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Metković’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Croatia. For example, you can visit Carpe Diem Cafe. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 261 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Industry Pub. This popular bar in Metković has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 153 bar-goers.

You can also go to Kave bar MB by Zvonko as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Kave bar MB by Zvonko is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 143 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Croatia!

On day 4 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Croatia, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Drniš and end your day in the city of Šibenik, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Drniš is the amazing Roski waterfall. This travel destination is a park that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,525 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Krka National Park. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 58,359 travelers, a visit to this well-known park and sightseeing spot in Drniš is likely to make your vacation in Croatia even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Drniš is the outstanding Cikola Canyon. This top-tier point of interest has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 206 visitors.

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At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Šibenik. Šibenik is another cheap travel destination in Croatia where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Croatia can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Šibenik that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Šibenik is Konoba Vinko. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,094 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Šibenik, Kod Starog Bistro is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 810 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Atrium. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Šibenik enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 882 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Šibenik’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Croatia. For example, you can visit Azimut. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 993 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Vintage Bar. This popular bar in Šibenik has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 534 bar-goers.

You can also go to Fjaka Beach Bar as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Fjaka Beach Bar is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 1,140 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Croatia!

Day 5 of your road trip across Croatia offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Šibenik and the enchanting Primošten, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Šibenik and end the day in Primošten, where you'll stay for 4 nights.

Buckle up because day 5 of your affordable vacation in Croatia will take you to some of locals’ and travelers’ most recommended travel spots!

One place travelers keep coming back to in Šibenik is the magnificent St. Nicholas’ Fortress. Around 1,853 visitors have rated this excellent best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing Šibenik Cathedral on this leg of your self-drive tour in Croatia. This attraction is a well-known cathedral that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from around 7,405 travelers.

After capturing the beauty and rich culture of Šibenik, you’ll get back behind the wheels and continue your road trip to the fantastic city of Primošten.

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Plaža Velika Raduča. This popular site is a valued must-see tourist destination in Primošten and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 932 visitors.

Another must-visit in Primošten is the spectacular Statue of Our Lady Of Loreto. This outstanding place of worship and sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from more than 3,302 travelers.

You can also stop at the popular Beach Mala Raduča to make your cheap holiday experience in Primošten truly special. This top-tier point of interest and place of interest has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,107 visitors.

Exploring one unique site after another provides you the much-needed variety during your self-drive tour across Croatia. But to satisfy your curiosity or need for adventure, we recommend you add excursions in today’s agenda. You have a great selection of popular and low-cost activities to choose from in Croatia. Make your cheap holiday experience in Croatia more memorable by doing something new, bold, or inspiring.

Zadar offers many top-rated accommodations suitable for travelers on a budget vacation in Croatia. So anytime you need a break from your activities, you’re guaranteed a comfortable and affordable place to rest and stay in the city.

As this adventurous day progresses, satisfy your hunger at one of the best restaurants in the city. Many restaurants in Zadar offer good food at even better prices, the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in Croatia.

Restoran 4 Kantuna is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 3,300 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Zadar is Konoba Rafaelo, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,104 customers.

Pet Bunara Dine & Wine offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Zadar. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,856 customers, this restaurant can get packed very quickly. Make sure you get to the restaurant early to save yourself a seat.

When night has fallen and you feel like enjoying a drink, head to some of Zadar’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Deja Brew Pub Zadar is an excellent example of a great bar in Zadar offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 735 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at BackStage Bar, another of locals’ go-to bars in Zadar. BackStage Bar is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 508 customers having rated it an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Harbor CookHouse & Club is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Zadar. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from more than 3,272 bar-goers.

Celebrate another day of your adventure-filled road trip through Croatia with a toast. Cheers to a memorable cheap vacation experience in Croatia!

Day 6 of your exciting, laid-back road trip across Croatia is proof that there's more to the city of Zadar than meets the eye. Today's agenda is to explore Zadar and discover what this fabulous and cheap holiday destination offers. Expect amazing attractions, a great dining experience, and a wonderful time discovering the daily lives of locals with 3 nights left in Zadar.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Market Zadar. This incredible attraction is a must-see tourist destination that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from around 7,601 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Narodni trg. This spectacular best-rated sightseeing destination and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 6,549 reviews.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous Church of St. Donatus during a vacation in Zadar. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Church of St. Donatus has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 8,633 reviews.

This day of your road trip in Croatia is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding Zadar Cathedral. This popular place of interest in Zadar is a valued cathedral that has a rating of 4.6 out of a 5-star rating from 2,125 visitors.

You’ll be making the most of your time in Zadar when you include the fantastic Roman Forum to your road trip itinerary. This local attraction is a captivating best-rated sightseeing destination with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 4,627 travelers.

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After taking in the best of Zadar, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Zadar for a well-deserved rest. When you’re ready to eat, indulge yourself to a nice meal at one of the top-rated restaurants in the city.

Trattoria Mediterraneo is an excellent example. Here you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 762 customers.

Pizzeria Šime is another great restaurant option for budget travelers in Zadar. This restaurant serves a variety of delicious and savory meals at low prices and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,176 customers.

Locals enjoy dining at Restoran Bruschetta, and you might want to check it out too. This restaurant has an exciting menu and an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 4,370 reviews.

After a lovely dinner at one of the best places to eat in Zadar, visit one of the most popular drinking spots in the city. Relax, grab a drink or two, chat with friendly locals, and enjoy the rest of your evening in Zadar.

Beach Bar Bamboo is a fantastic bar many locals in Zadar recognize. This popular bar is an excellent place to unwind after a busy day and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,578 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at La Famiglia, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,083 customers.

The Garden Lounge is a local favorite and a great place to hang out and socialize with other travelers in Zadar. Customers have rated the exciting The Garden Lounge an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 1,269 reviews.

Raise your glass and savor every moment of your cheap holiday experience in Croatia!

You still have 2 nights left in the area, giving you plenty of chances to check out top-rated restaurants and try out unique activities that will enhance your road trip experience in Croatia.

Today’s adventure starts in Vir. Vir is a popular cheap holiday destination in Croatia and the home of the wonderful Plaža Jadro. This amazing attraction is a top-tier point of interest that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,571 visitors.

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When you’re done exploring, you’ll drive back to your accommodation near the city of Zadar.

When you arrive, we recommend eating at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like Restoran "Mamma Mia" Zadar. This restaurant serves delicious dishes at surprisingly cheap prices and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,587 customers.

Restaurant 2Ribara is another excellent restaurant we recommend for budget travelers in Zadar. This restaurant offers good food at even better prices and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,703 customers.

Another popular restaurant in Zadar you might want to check out is Restaurant Malo Misto. Restaurant Malo Misto is a local favorite with a variety of value-for-money dishes on their menu. Customers have rated this fantastic restaurant an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 1,645 reviews.

After your meal, finish off this busy day with a refreshing drink at one of the best bars in the city of Zadar, Yachting Bar & Club. This bar offers a variety of liquors at different price points and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,289 customers.

Pirate Bar is another popular bar in the area perfect for cheap holiday goers in Zadar. This bar has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 925 customers and is a great place to relax and enjoy a few drinks.

Locals also recommend Restaurant Taverna. This bar offers customers a terrific bar experience at low prices, making it one of the best spots in Zadar. Restaurant Taverna has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 825 customers.

Cheers for an adventure-filled road trip vacation in Croatia! Celebrate this incredible opportunity for an affordable travel experience in the city of Zadar!

Day 8 of your exciting, laid-back road trip across Croatia is proof that there's more to the hamlet of Parići than meets the eye. Today's agenda is to explore Parići and discover what this fabulous and cheap holiday destination offers. Expect amazing attractions, a great dining experience, and a wonderful time discovering the daily lives of locals with 1 night left in Zadar.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Solana Nin Salt Museum. This incredible attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from around 3,329 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Paški most. This spectacular road bridge and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 4,358 reviews.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous Maslenica Bridge during a vacation in Parići. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Maslenica Bridge has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 3,517 reviews.

This day of your road trip in Croatia is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding Pariževačka glavica. This popular place of interest in Parići is a valued landmark that has a rating of 4.9 out of a 5-star rating from 2,644 visitors.

You’ll be making the most of your time in Parići when you include the fantastic Paklenica National Park to your road trip itinerary. This local attraction is a captivating park with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 5,802 travelers.

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After taking in the best of Parići, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Zadar for a well-deserved rest. When you’re ready to eat, indulge yourself to a nice meal at one of the top-rated restaurants in the city.

Proto Food&More is an excellent example. Here you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,389 customers.

Restoran Urnebes is another great restaurant option for budget travelers in Zadar. This restaurant serves a variety of delicious and savory meals at low prices and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,305 customers.

Locals enjoy dining at Kh'rvatski restorant "Galiya", and you might want to check it out too. This restaurant has an exciting menu and an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 1,023 reviews.

After a lovely dinner at one of the best places to eat in Zadar, visit one of the most popular drinking spots in the city. Relax, grab a drink or two, chat with friendly locals, and enjoy the rest of your evening in Zadar.

Caffe Bar Kult is a fantastic bar many locals in Zadar recognize. This popular bar is an excellent place to unwind after a busy day and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 675 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at Back Door, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 164 customers.

Allegro caffe & lounge bar is a local favorite and a great place to hang out and socialize with other travelers in Zadar. Customers have rated the exciting Allegro caffe & lounge bar an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 138 reviews.

Raise your glass and savor every moment of your cheap holiday experience in Croatia!

On day 9 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Croatia, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Grad Benkovac and end your day in the city of Split, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Grad Benkovac is the amazing Vidikovac, Kamenjak. This travel destination is a top-tier point of interest that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 3,609 visitors.

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At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Split. Split is another cheap travel destination in Croatia where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Croatia can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Split that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Split is Villa Spiza. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,322 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Split, Šug Restaurant is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,279 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Fig Split. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Split enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,263 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Split’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Croatia. For example, you can visit Perivoj restoran i kavana. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,279 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is The Daltonist Craft Bar. This popular bar in Split has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,191 bar-goers.

You can also go to Tennis Bar as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Tennis Bar is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 1,185 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Croatia!

On day 10 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Croatia, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Split and end your day in the city of Makarska, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Split is the amazing Diocletian's Palace. This travel destination is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 75,911 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Golden Gate. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,783 travelers, a visit to this well-known memorial gates and arches and sightseeing spot in Split is likely to make your vacation in Croatia even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Split is the outstanding Kašjuni Beach. This beach has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,777 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Croatia, drop by the popular Mestrovic Gallery. This attraction, an amazing art gallery, has been rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,137 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Marjan. This mountain is a popular attraction rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,428 visitors from all over the globe.

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At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Makarska. Makarska is another cheap travel destination in Croatia where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Croatia can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Makarska that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Makarska is Tempera Streetfood & Bar. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,117 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Makarska, Restoran Don Antonio is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 900 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Restaurant Berlin. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Makarska enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 751 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Makarska’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Croatia. For example, you can visit Pivnica Pivac. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,076 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Neverin. This popular bar in Makarska has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 539 bar-goers.

You can also go to Restoran Bounty as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Restoran Bounty is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 3,426 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Croatia!

On day 11 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Croatia, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Makarska and end your day in the city of Dubrovnik, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Makarska is the amazing Osejava Forest Park. This travel destination is a park that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,226 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible St. Peter Forest Park. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,912 travelers, a visit to this well-known park and sightseeing spot in Makarska is likely to make your vacation in Croatia even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Makarska is the outstanding Parasailing Makarska. This top-tier point of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 391 visitors.

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At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Dubrovnik. Dubrovnik is another cheap travel destination in Croatia where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Croatia can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Dubrovnik that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Dubrovnik is Restaurant Maskeron. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 527 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Dubrovnik, Taj Mahal Old Town is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,542 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is TuttoBene Pizzeria & Fast Food. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Dubrovnik enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 3,218 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Dubrovnik’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Croatia. For example, you can visit DBC - Dubrovnik Beer Company. Rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 667 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Buzz bar. This popular bar in Dubrovnik has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 749 bar-goers.

You can also go to Peppers Eatery+Cocktails as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Peppers Eatery+Cocktails is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 691 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Croatia!

It’s soon time to say goodbye to Croatia as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 12 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Dubrovnik.

Depending on how much time you have before your flight back home, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing to make the most of your cheap holiday experience in Croatia.

If you'd rather pass time visiting some attractions, this is your chance to go to places you may not have had the chance to explore yet.

One fantastic attraction you could visit on your last day in Dubrovnik is the remarkable Park Orsula. This park and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 751 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Dubrovnik, consider a top-rated restaurant like CHIHUAHUA Cantina Mexicana. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,001 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Dubrovnik and begin your journey home. You’ll leave filled with unforgettable memories from your terrific and affordable travel experiences in Croatia!