6-Day Croatia Road Trip from Split traveling east to Makarska, Dubrovnik, and Metković

Your road trip adventure in Croatia begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Split. You’ll stay in Split for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Split has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Marjan. This attraction is a mountain and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,428 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 Split, Villa Spiza. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,322 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Split is Šug Restaurant. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,279 customers.

Locals recommend Fig Split as one of the best restaurants in the city of Split. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,263 customers.

Split also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Split is Perivoj restoran i kavana. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,279 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Split is The Daltonist Craft Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,191 customers.

Locals also enjoy Tennis Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,185 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 6-day vacation in Croatia!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 2 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 1 night. 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 Cellars. This much-appreciated best-rated sightseeing destination 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 Kašjuni Beach is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 2,777 visitors have left this beach average ratings of 4.4 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 Mestrovic Gallery. This attraction is an art gallery rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 1,137 reviews.

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.

The remarkable Restoran Don Antonio is another top restaurant in Makarska we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 900 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Restaurant Berlin is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 751 customers.

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.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Neverin. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 539 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Restoran Bounty. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,426 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Croatia!

Day 3 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 St. Peter Forest Park. This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,912 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 Botanical garden. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 235 visitors.

The spectacular Parasailing Makarska is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating top-tier point of interest and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 391 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 a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Konoba Dubrava, one of the best restaurants in the city of Dubrovnik. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,933 customers.

Locals also recommend Pantarul as one of the best restaurants in the city of Dubrovnik. Pantarul is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,208 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Dubrovnik is Shizuku -Japanese cuisine-. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,123 customers.

After dinner, visit Restaurant Panorama, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Dubrovnik. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,604 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Gradska kavana Arsenal Restaurant. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,275 customers.

Alternatively, Dubravka 1836 Restaurant & Cafe is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Dubrovnik. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,837 customers.

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

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 4 of your epic road trip in Croatia, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Dubrovnik. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Metković. You’ll stay in Metković for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Dubrovnik’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Dubrovnik, start your day with a visit to the amazing Lovrijenac. This much-appreciated fortress and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,073 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Dubrovnik has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Metković. Metković 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 Đuđa i Mate. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 808 reviews.

The remarkable Pizzeria Milano is another top restaurant in Metković we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 573 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Konoba Vrilo is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 490 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Metković, the fantastic Carpe Diem Cafe. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 261 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Industry Pub. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 153 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Kave bar MB by Zvonko. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 143 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Croatia!

Day 5 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 Omiš and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Split. You will stay in Split for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Omiš is the amazing Velika. This attraction is a beach that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,313 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible must-see tourist destination, Croatia Rafting. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 766 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Omiš is the outstanding Zipline Croatia. This popular top-tier point of interest and travel destination has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 2,164 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Omiš 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 Split, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Downtown Grill Split steak & seafood, one of the best restaurants in the city of Split. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,044 customers.

Locals also recommend PORTOFINO Steak - Pasta - Seafood as one of the best restaurants in the city of Split. PORTOFINO Steak - Pasta - Seafood is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 892 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Split is Radisson Blu Resort & Spa, Split. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,069 customers.

After dinner, visit Art Gallery Cafe Music Bar Split, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Split. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 616 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Makarun Split. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 532 customers.

Alternatively, Bokeria Kitchen & Wine is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Split. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,989 customers.

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

Day 6 of your road trip in Croatia is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Split 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.

West Bank is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Split. This must-see tourist destination and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,337 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Split at Chops Grill - Steak & Seafood before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,663 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Restaurant Bajamonti for your last chance at a meal in the city of Split. The Restaurant Bajamonti restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,569 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Dvor. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,763 customers.

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