11-Day Croatia road trip from Dubrovnik to Metković, Zadar, Lika-Senj County, and Makarska

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

Dubrovnik has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Velika and Mala Petka Forest Park. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,642 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 Dubrovnik, Pantarul. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,208 customers.

Dubrovnik also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Dubrovnik is Dubravka 1836 Restaurant & Cafe. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,837 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 11-day vacation in Croatia!

Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Dubrovnik has to offer. Cherish the 3 nights you have left in Dubrovnik 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 Dubrovnik. 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 town of Dubrovnik, like the extraordinary Dubrovnik Cable Car. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 9,355 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Dubrovnik is the spectacular Porat Dubrovnik. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,594 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Sponza Palace. This palace has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,600 visitors.

Rector's Palace, Dubrovnik is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This museum is a popular destination among visitors in Dubrovnik. Rated at an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 2,437 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider The Cathedral of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary. The Cathedral of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary is a church and popular attraction in Dubrovnik. More than 3,589 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Dubrovnik does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Dubrovnik 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 Urban & Veggie - Vegan Restaurant Dubrovnik, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Dubrovnik. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 671 customers.

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

Day 3 of your road trip across Croatia is another day in the magnificent Dubrovnik. You now have 2 nights left in Dubrovnik. Take the opportunity to experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city.

Dubrovnik offers plenty for you to see and do, and your hotel will be conveniently located near several of the area's best attractions.

One of the best travel destinations you can travel to in the town of Dubrovnik is the stunning Lovrijenac. This has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,073 visitors.

You could also spend some time visiting the spectacular Onofrio fountain in the town of Dubrovnik. This attraction is a fountain and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,091 visitors.

Another attraction you could visit in the town of Dubrovnik is the incredible Fort Bokar. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 420 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the fantastic Tvrđava Minčeta. This top-tier point of interest and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 778 visitors.

Today you’ll also have the opportunity to take part in a popular tour. You’ll be excited to learn that there are plenty of options for top-rated tours and activities in Dubrovnik you could sign up for on this day of your vacation. Choose among the best tours before or after booking.

When it’s time to eat, the city of Dubrovnik has restaurants and bars to fit all budgets.

We recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Dubrovnik, Restaurant Maskeron. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 527 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Dubrovnik, Peppers Eatery+Cocktails. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 691 customers.

Toast to another amazing day in the city of Dubrovnik!

Day 4 of your road trip through Croatia gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Dubrovnik and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Metković. You will stay in Metković for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Dubrovnik is the amazing Lokrum. This attraction is an island that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 646 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible fort, Fort Royal. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 574 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Dubrovnik is the outstanding Plaža Sveti Jakov. This popular natural feature and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,475 visitors.

The spectacular Trsteno Arboretum is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating arboretum and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,066 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Dubrovnik by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. 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 Metković, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Pizzeria Milano, one of the best restaurants in the city of Metković. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 573 customers.

Locals also recommend Konoba Lanterna as one of the best restaurants in the city of Metković. Konoba Lanterna is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 318 customers.

After dinner, visit Carpe Diem Cafe, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Metković. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 261 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Industry Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 153 customers.

Alternatively, Kave bar MB by Zvonko is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Metković. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 143 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 Zadar. You’ll stay in Zadar for 2 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Šibenik’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Šibenik, start your day with a visit to the amazing Krka National Park. This much-appreciated park and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 58,359 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Roski waterfall. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 3,525 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Šibenik 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 6 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 top-tier point of interest 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 7 of your road trip through Croatia gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Lika-Senj County for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Lika-Senj County is the amazing Velebit House. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,080 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible park, Northern Velebit National Park. With an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 1,504 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Lika-Senj County is the outstanding Nehaj Fortress. This popular fortress and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,527 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 Lika-Senj County, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Bistro & Pizzeria Tomislav, one of the best restaurants in the city of Lika-Senj County. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,954 customers.

After dinner, visit The Highlanders pub, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Lika-Senj County. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 928 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Bistro @ izletište Travel. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 175 customers.

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

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 8 of your epic road trip in Croatia, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Split. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Makarska. You’ll stay in Makarska for 2 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Split’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Split, start your day with a visit to the amazing Diocletian's Palace. This much-appreciated museum and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 75,911 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Diocletian's Cellars. This best-rated sightseeing destination and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 892 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Marjan to make the most of your road trip across Croatia. The spectacular Marjan is a mountain that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,428 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Split has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Makarska. Makarska 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 Tempera Streetfood & Bar. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 1,117 reviews.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Makarska, the fantastic Pivnica Pivac. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,076 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Croatia!

On day 9 of your road trip across Croatia, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Makarska. You’ll stay in Makarska for 1 night, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

We recommend you stay at the Hotel Biokovo, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Makarska. This hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 875 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Makarska is the 5-star Aminess Khalani Hotel. The hotel is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,241 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Makarska is the 3-star Maritimo. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 695 guests.

Our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best alternatives if these hotels are not available.

You'll have easy access to popular travel destinations in the town of Makarska, like the outstanding Parasailing Makarska. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 391 visitors.

St. Peter Forest Park is another popular attraction you could visit in the town of Makarska. This incredible attraction is a park and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,912 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the town of Makarska is the extraordinary Botanical garden. This park is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 235 reviews.

Come to Makarska prepared by adding some tours and tickets to your vacation package. Book a popular and budget-friendly activity you can do on this day in Makarska.

After a day of exploring, try one of the best restaurants in the city of Makarska.

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Vicenco Grill Bar - Makarska, after your day of exploring the city of Makarska. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 562 customers.

Locals recommend Špina bar, one of the best bars in the city of Makarska, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 332 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Makarska, Caffe Bar Smile. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 181 customers.

It's a perfect place to relax and enjoy another amazing evening in Croatia.

Day 10 of your road trip through Croatia gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Makarska and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Dubrovnik. You will stay in Dubrovnik for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Makarska is the amazing Malacological Museum. This attraction is a museum that is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 421 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible park, Osejava Forest Park. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,226 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Makarska is the outstanding Vepric - Shrine of Our Lady of Lourdes. This popular church and travel destination has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 2,158 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Makarska by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. 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 Dubrovnik, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After dinner, visit Promenada, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Dubrovnik. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 725 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Love Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 373 customers.

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

Day 11 of your road trip in Croatia is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Dubrovnik 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.

Park Orsula is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Dubrovnik. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 751 visitors.

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

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