Zadar travel guide

Home to plenty of top attractions, Zadar is more than just a wonderful city in Croatia. Zadar is a travel hotspot and a great place to experience a mix of the traditional and modern culture of Croatia.

One fascinating sight in Zadar is the unforgettable Sea Organ. Considered one of the most well-known attractions in the city, a visit to this spectacular travel destination is something you shouldn’t miss on your trip to Zadar.

Sea Organ is open for visitors at any time of the day and is located at Obala kralja Petra Krešimira IV, 23000, Zadar, Croatia.

For more information about what you can expect during a vacation in Croatia, check out our list of top attractions in Zadar below. Discover the best places to visit in Zadar, including the fascinating Sea Organ, Church of St. Donatus, Market Zadar, Narodni trg, and Kolovare Beach.

Use this map to find the location of all top attractions in Zadar.

Traveling is all about gaining new experiences. You can have that and more in the city of Zadar.

Zadar offers numerous tours and activities for travelers to choose from. Private Day Trips, Guided Day Trips, and Ports of Call Tours are only a few of the many experiences you can book for your holiday in Croatia.

Explore the most popular experiences you can join in Zadar by clicking on one of the top-rated tour categories below.

Travelers in Zadar can choose from 17 categories of top-rated tours and tickets. If you're curious about what the most frequently recommended experiences in the city are, Transfers and Transportation is the answer.

The most popular tour in Zadar is the fantastic Krka Waterfalls, Food & Wine Tasting, Boat Ride & Zadar Old Town. By joining this highly recommended tour, travelers get to learn more about what makes Zadar one of the best travel destinations in Croatia.

Zadar also offers plenty of budget-friendly tours and activities that promise travelers a unique experience in the city. The affordable Paklenica National Park Admission Ticket is the cheapest tour in the city. This experience costs around 5 EUR and allows travelers a great time in Zadar. Around 3 travelers have given this activity an average rating of 4 stars out of 5.

Secure an unforgettable experience for your upcoming trip to Zadar and book a top-rated tour in the city. Discover the best tours, activities, and tickets in Zadar below.

Discover the best things to do in Zadar. Choose from 184 fantastic tours and activities available in the city.

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The most popular way to experience Zadar is by visiting the city as part of a road trip across multiple destinations in Croatia. However, it is also common for travelers to go to Zadar on both shorter and longer getaways, to get a break from everyday life, relax, and experience something new.

With Guide to Europe you can find road trips, city breaks, and weekend getaways in Croatia, ranging from budget to luxury. Whether you’re planning a multi-day road trip across Croatia, or you just want to enjoy a few days exploring Zadar, there is a vacation package for you.

Discover the most popular vacation packages in Zadar below.

Travelers have a great selection of vacation packages to choose from in Croatia. In fact, you can choose from as many as 145 different top-rated vacation packages to take you to Zadar, and even more if you expand your search to include a bigger area of Croatia.

To help narrow your choices down, here are some of the best vacation packages for exploring the city of Zadar.

For an epic vacation, discover Zadar and other top destinations in Croatia on a top-rated holiday like the 10-Day Croatia Beach Holiday in Zadar. This vacation package provides travelers with tons of opportunities to experience not only the most popular attractions in Zadar, but also in other top places to visit in Croatia. If Narodni trg, The Greeting to the Sun, Sea Organ, Plaža Podbrig, and Port Authority Zadar are on your bucket list, this is the perfect vacation package for you.

If you would like to go on a budget vacation in Zadar, book the popular Cheap 3-Day Croatia Road Trip Vacation in Zadar and spend as little as 357 EUR. This vacation will take you on a journey to experience some of the most incredible attractions and sights in Zadar, including the fantastic Kolovare Beach, Narodni trg, The Land Gate, Market Zadar, and Church of St. Donatus.

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Discover and compare 145 vacation packages that take you to the wonderful city of Zadar.

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Over the years, more airlines have started offering flexible and direct flights to Zadar, making it one of the most accessible travel destinations in Croatia. However, it is usually cheaper to fly to Zadar, Croatia, in June.

The cheapest one-way flight to Zadar costs around 18 EUR and is offered by the airline Ryanair. The flight leaves on June 4 at 2 and departs from Milan Bergamo International airport in Milan, Italy.

The cheapest round-trip flights to Zadar cost approximately 46 EUR in total. The departure flight leaves on May 19 and the return flight is scheduled on May 21. The flight time is around 1 hour per way.

The return flight is operated by Pula.

Use the search tool below to find the cheapest flights to Croatia and the city of Zadar from your city of departure.

Travelers visiting Zadar in Croatia can fly to Zadar airport directly from 1883 destinations worldwide.

The three most popular routes to Zadar airport and the city of Zadar in Croatia depart from Zadar airport in Zadar, Croatia, Albany International airport in Albany, the United States, and Greenville–Spartanburg International airport in Greenville, the United States.

Travelers can fly to Croatia by choosing from from 1 weekly flight(s) from Zadar; from 1 weekly flight(s) from Albany; and from 3 weekly flight(s) from Greenville.

The airline that operates most flights to Croatia is Cambodia Airways. Cambodia Airways offers 7 scheduled flight routes to Croatia.

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A trip to the fascinating Zadar, Croatia, means opportunities to relax at any of the 7 different types of places to stay in the city. Overall, travelers can choose from the following: 1310 vacation rental apartments, 618 hotels, 96 cottages, 10 guesthouses, 5 resorts, 4 bed & breakfasts and 2 hostels. While each type offers varying amenities and rates, there is no denying that Zadar provides a great selection of lodging options ready to cater to every kind of guest.

Among all these choices available in the city, Hotel Kolovare is one of the top picks of travelers in Zadar.

The hotel is located at Bože Pericica 14 and boasts many great utilities, including Air conditioning, Restaurant, and Swimming pool.

Budget accommodations are also incredibly popular among travelers in Zadar. Cheaper alternatives allow travelers to save on accommodation costs and have more to spend on other experiences.

In Zadar, travelers looking for an economical yet top-rated place to stay usually choose Guest House Roki & Diva - Adults only. For approximately 31 EUR, guests can book a comfortable Unknown at this popular hotel.

Below is a list of all 7 different types of places to stay in Zadar. Select the type you prefer to compare options under each category and find the best accommodation.

Hotels are travelers' go-to accommodations in Zadar for the unique experience they provide. So if you're the kind of traveler who prefers staying at hotels, you'll be glad to know that the city is home to around 2,045 hotels.

Besides offering basic amenities, many hotels in Zadar provide meals and extras, such as shuttle services, spa facilities, tour desks, and other services. But because not all hotels in Zadar are created equal, finding the best in the city often requires careful research. For your convenience, we've done all the research to make it easier for you to check out all the top hotels in Zadar.

Luxury Residence Zadar offers the most luxurious rooms and is perfect for travelers looking for the ultimate 5-star hotel experience in Zadar. If comfort, convenience, and affordability are your non-negotiables, check out Hotel Kolovare, the top 4-star hotel in the city. When all you need is a pleasant place to rest and sleep in between your activities in Zadar, the highest-rated 3-star hotel, Hotel Porto, is for you.

Below is our hand-picked list of the best hotels in the Zadar. Travelers are encouraged to book early as these hotels quickly reach capacity.

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Use the Accommodation Search tool below to find available stays in the city of Zadar on specific dates. This handy feature also allows you to compare prices and amenities.

Enter the preferred check-in and check-out dates. Then, select the number of guests and rooms. Click the Search button to find all the available hotels and places to stay in the city of Zadar that match the information provided.

Discover and choose from our broad range of popular car rental options in the city of Zadar to find the best car for your travel plans. Travelers in Zadar can choose from small cars, medium cars, large cars, estate cars, mini vans, SUVs, convertibles, premium cars, camper vans, mini campers, vans, cars. All car rentals come with CDW insurance for added protection throughout your trip.

Renting a car is a popular choice among travelers who want to explore Croatia at their own pace. The most popular type of car rental among small groups of travelers in Zadar is a TopLevel.

Another very popular type of car to rent in Zadar is a TopLevel. This car is particularly popular among couples and solo travelers touring the city of Zadar.

Check out all options available in Zadar and book the car rental for your upcoming adventures in Croatia below.

Get ready to hit the road and explore the beautiful city of Zadar. Find the best deals on a variety of popular car rentals in Zadar, Croatia, or any other destination in Europe by using the search tool below.

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When unsure of where to go next, use the map below. This map shows the locations of all the best destinations in Croatia. Use the map to plan your trip and find the best routes.

Travelers in Croatia can catch flights to domestic airports in Zagreb, Split, Rijeka, Pula, and Dubrovnik. Domestic flights in Croatia are operated by 8 airlines: Croatia Airlines, Ryanair, Austrian Airlines, Eurowings, and easyJet. There are around 18 scheduled flight routes operating to Zadar on a weekly basis.

From Zadar, travelers can book scheduled flights to 7 domestic destinations. The most popular flights from Zadar depart to many top-rated destinations in Croatia and are offered by Croatia Airlines, Ryanair, and Austrian Airlines.

Traveling to another city or region in Croatia? Use the flight search tool below to quickly find the cheapest one-way or round-trip flights from Zadar to different local destinations.

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