In this video, we’re exploring the 20 most stunning destinations across Croatia. Get ready to be wowed by ancient walled cities, picturesque coastal villages, breathtaking national parks, and captivating Mediterranean views.
We’ll take you to famous spots like Dubrovnik with its red rooftops and old town walls, the terraced hills of Hvar Island, and the sparkling lakes of Plitvice National Park. You’ll also discover under-the-radar gems like the tiny fishing village of Cavtat, the ancient Pula Amphitheater, and the winding streets of Rovinj.
From the mountainous interior to the glistening Adriatic Sea, you’ll experience the full range of landscapes across this diverse country. Go sea kayaking along the coast, tour underground caves, wander medieval castles, or relax on quiet beaches surrounded by pine trees.
With so much natural beauty, rich history, delicious cuisine, and exciting activities, it’s impossible to pick just one dream destination in Croatia! Let us know in the comments below which place is at the top of your travel bucket list! And don’t forget to subscribe for more weekly travel inspiration. Now get ready to be dazzled by the highlights of Croatia!
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Timestamps📌
00:00 – Intro
01:31 – Motovun
02:54 – Varaždin
04:12 – Samobor
04:51 – Pag
05:46 – Kornati Islands
06:50 – Istria
08:14 – Brijuni National Park
09:39 – Šibenik
10:36 – Trogir
11:12 – Hvar
12:05 – Pula
13:16 – Korčula
14:27 – Mljet National Park
15:18 – Krka National Park
16:26 – Rovinj
17:43 – Zadar
18:49 – Zagreb
20:32 – Split
21:32 – Plitvice Lakes National Park
22:51 – Dubrovnik
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With historic cities breathtaking national parks and glistening Adriatic Coastline Croatia is an incredible European destination waiting to be uncovered from the winding streets of De brnik to the Lush plitvice Lakes this country has something to offer every type of traveler in this video we’ll count down the 20 best places you must
Visit in Croatia for a quintessential Balan experience you’ll see some of the most captivating Seaside towns imposing medieval fortresses pristine natural wonders and mouthwatering local Cuisine we’ll highlight top attractions can’t miss activities where to find hidden gems off the beaten path and the country’s unique culture with its irresistible charm and beauty Croatia
Will have you packing your bags to uncover its many Treasures from the sparkling Blue Waters of the dalmatian Islands to the dramatic mountain peaks see why this European Hotpot needs to be on your bucket List number 20 motoron as we wind upwards along narrow medieval lanes that thread dense forest This impossibly Charming Village reveals itself peach colored houses with red tiled roofs clustered together cascading down Terrace slopes offering irresistible views across Olive and Oak Groves blanketed in white truffles we’ll sample those pungent Regional Delicacies
Paired with the area’s Exquisite tan wins at welcoming kobas like konoba Mondo before browsing galleries showcasing Croatian Artisans and craft work later adventurous Forest hikes tempt seeking even better panoramas though it’s hard to beat those postcard Vistas over rolling Countryside unfurling from moton’s cafes lining its peaceful main Square as the sinking
Istrian Sun gilds weathered Stone and sends a crimson glow over Vineyards fading toward the sea the fairy tale magic woven over movon enthrals everyone lucky enough to wander through this Hilltown Beauty number 19 barasin the splendent Baroque city of vasin is a hidden design gem tucked amid Northern Croatia’s quiet Countryside nicknamed little Vienna for its harmonious central European charm vasin reveals one commanding Baroque facade after another as we amble pedestrian Oldtown streets lined in pastel Hues we’ll tour the gleaming
White Castle vasin its overlapping fortifications spanning seven centuries of regional history before descending into the meticulously curated City Museum inside former Manor rooms when night falls ornate lamps cast a warm glow across Church Steeples and the Gentile Mansions gracing Shady Parks ideal for open air Concerts [Applause] Number 18 samore wandering west of Zagreb brings us to the story book town of samore an offbeat day trip Escape where gurgling streams thread under Charming cottages and Whimsical architecture owes inspiration to neighboring Austria we’ll begin in Sour’s heart along Cobblestone Ferdinand devac Street passing candy colored homes with triangular gabled
Roofs and intricately carved door frames evoking the Baroque Era number 17 pag Croatia’s ruggedly beautiful island of PAG is a slender swap of cast Limestone and asphalt colored Pebble beaches orbiting the jewel cities of zadar and Rea as we Traverse Park’s moonlike terrain strange Landscapes unfurl at every turn from otherworldly salt Plains to Jagged Cliffs plunging vertically towards Sapphire Waters
Renowned for Daredevil cliff diving competitions at zeri beach we’ll watch local Artisans hand gather salt crystals into Mounds during summertime harvests then sample pungent award-winning sheep’s milk cheeses carefully aged in the salty seab Breeze from its surreal Salt Flats to Electric Beach Raves pag presents many faces in its slender
Limestone package bordering the sea number 16 katti Islands an aquatic Paradise of over40 uninhabited islands forms a surreal Seascape the sublime Corti AR archipelago as we Island hop aboard a private yacht or guided tour sailing these protected Waters deserted swaths of limestone aisles Fringe aure Waters
As far as the eye can see will’ll anchor in romantic CES like manuca Bay to snorkel glittering reefs alone but for the occasional yacht gliding past in the distance the crowning Jewel across this nautical playground is cornat Island itself the largest landmass home to Eerie moonscapes and sea caves carved by
The elements over eons bushwacking Inland reveals abandoned Villages evoking a bygone era and mazike plateaus waiting to be [Applause] explored number 15 istria Croatia’s enchanting istrian Peninsula is a magical realm dotted with with medieval Hill towns gourmet restaurants showcasing Regional Delights and rolling Vineyards producing some of Europe’s top wine varietals we’ll base in Charming renge exploring narrow cobbled streets stained with Crimson Bugan Vila before cycling through bucolic Landscapes to discover
Farm- totable restaurants like menetti Winery pairing wine flights with truffle infused dishes on their Vineyard estate Inland in motovun forested Countryside conceals an absurdly picturesque medieval village perching precariously a top a Green Hill lined with wine bars offering views across Olive Groves and Vineyards stretching toward the Sea by
Night Pula dazzles us with its immense one century Roman Amphitheater well preserved enough that we can still Glimpse Gladiator Battle Scars on Arena stonework with its happy mix of crystal clear waters romantic Vibes and foodie scene set amid Rolling Hills ideal for wine tasting and outdoor adventuring glamorous istria puts a
Spell on all who Visit number 14 Bruni National Park the Lush Island Playground of Bruni National Park tempts escapists with untouched Mediterranean Beauty across its two main aisles we’ll begin on the largest island of Val Bri touring motivational sites from Tito’s former summer residence to a second century Roman Palace before
Teeing off on Croatia’s only Island golf course but Bruni really shines through its Tranquility in Wildlife cruising between Pine Forest paths secluded Rocky Coes ideal for snorkeling giveway suddenly to open Plains where zebras elephants and other exotic form of zoo animals Rome having found Refuge when
The Park formed later we can paddle to to Tiny Island C gerim to investigate medieval AB ruins utterly alone but for trilling bird song or the splash of playful Dolphins nearby as Sunset nears we’ll set up a picnic along Sandy sacaran Beach popping open local wine as the sky ignites in pastel
Watercolors when day finishes leaving just stars and lapping waves exclusive hotels steeped in Old World Romance or private vacation Cottages both await our overnight Refuge for nature history and luxury Blended seamlessly on the sea impossible to resist Bruni Beckons number 13 Shick the under the radar town of shibon safeguards one of Croatia’s most astonishing man-made gems magnificent St james’ Cathedral as we crane our necks admiring the ornamented stone tracery wrapping around this 15th century Church Church what’s most unbelievable is that not a speck of mortar holds the entire
Structure together over a 100 years in the making incredibly Advanced medieval architecture and stone masonry miraculously fuse over 20,000 decorated stones into the Magnificent cathedral standing before us today and offshore islands like zlarin Tempt with secluded beaches Olive Groves and Vineyards reachable by quick Ferry for travelers looking to discover Croatia beyond the
Headline hotspots shibon and its one-of-a-kind world heritage Cathedral shine bright number 12 trogia the Charming Island Enclave of trogia an often overlooked treasure on Croatia’s glistening Dalmatian Coast is a highlight encircled completely by medieval walls and ston houses wandering troia’s Mosaic of atmospheric alleys reveals perfectly preserved Romanesque
Architecture from the 13th to 15th centuries alongside Noble palaces highlighting Stone Lions of St Mark recalling rule by Venice number 11 havar gorgeous VAR the glittering gemstone among Croatia’s treasured Dalmatian Islands famous for glamour Vineyards Azure Waters and vivacious nightlife is a highlight Wills zigzag vs Harbor aboard a water taxi absorbing 15th century walls and Towers encircling terracotta rooftops that spill toward yacht filled marinas then a dizzying Switchback
Ascent leads to the 16th century Spanish Citadel Shanola offering sweeping Coastal Panoramas Number 10 Pula rounding out our top 10 Croatia bucket list sites is the ancient coastal city of Pula while vibrant cafes and pedestrian walkways fill pula’s contemporary streets today its illustrious path Springs to life through extraordinary Roman ruins dotting this istrian port none shine brighter than one century Pula Arena among the largest
And most pristine surviving Roman amphitheaters anywhere on Earth we’ll stand amazed at its towering unbroken stone walls accented in Baroque trimmings before descending tunnels into the Gladiator pits below Imagining the Furious Roar of Spectators above during ancient blood Sports Number nine Cula anchoring brings us to the medieval Marvel of Cula a stunning fortified Island Town famed as the alleged birthplace of iconic Explorer Marco Polo we’ll begin our Cula Explorations within its iconic walls wandering a lattice of slim Stone streets that unfold to reveal Gothic Barack Cathedrals aristocratic
Palaces an intricate stonework around every turn that provide an atmospheric glimpse into Medieval Times intriguing museums document the Island’s nautical Traditions from ship building to sailing to deep sea fishing traditions still honored today as we sample the morning catch at Charming waterf front kobas Beyond Town cula’s densely forested
Interior tempts leisurely hikes and bike rides across the Island’s gentle rolling spine to swim spots like pnat Luca Bay backed by Vineyard slopes producing Croatia’s favorite indigenous white posip back within the golden Limestone walls as day Fades to Dusk number 8 imette National Park an island Sanctuary tranquil mulet National Park transports us to a peaceful world apart from Modern Life As We explore mullet’s forested interior this slender delmi Island feels Worlds Apart we’ll hike beneath Pine and Oak canopies keeping an eye out for shy
Muflon sheep wild boar and ipso facto king cobras while breathing deeply of mul Jet’s healing scense upon reaching the Emerald Lakes of velico jezero and Malo jezero their mirrored surfaces reflect dense Greenery on all sides creating an effect both disorienting and Serene number seven kirka National Park tumbling into our tour is the liquid Masterpiece of kirar National Park concealing a Wonderland of cascading waterfalls and emerald pools within its pristine reaches as we Meander along wooden footpaths draped in Moss each turn reveals new angles of Ker’s liquid Brilliance from torrential
Waterfalls like sadinsky book thundering through a horseshoe shaped Cliff to Placid green pools perfect for swimming in beneath roaring Falls we can tour authentic Mills and Cottages from an older rural Croatia then witness traditional craft live at scansen ethno Village but kirker’s magic heightens once the crowds dissipate by afternoon
Letting us connect more deeply with the utopian Tranquility as bird Song number six ring the enchanting Seaside Hamlet of Roven crowns the tip of Croatia’s westernmost istrian Peninsula This Charming fishing port proves irresistible with its cozy Labyrinth of cobblestone alleys threaded between tilting burnt orange rooftops and delicate bell towers pops of vibrant shutters and flower boxes fill each window reflecting the Italian influences
Of its Venetian heyday we’ll photograph the pastel hued Barack Balby Arch then duck into St euphemia Church Standing Tall above the district for Sublime sunsets over Ring’s quaint Harbor bobbing with boats for romance memorable meals and seaside Splendor that dazzles all who wander through Croatia’s atmospheric streets renge tops our List Number five zadar the captivating coastal city of zadar whose Rich history seamlessly fuses with interactive public art installations along its Scenic Waterfront prominade is a highlight of Croatia we’ll uncover Roman ruins like the mammoth Forum from ancient aada then gaze Skyward at ornate bell towers crowning medieval churches in compact
Old Town unique attractions await at the frictionless sea organ which produces harmonic tones from waves through underwater tubes and the sun salutation light show Illuminating zad’s Seaside after dark through multicolored solar panels both historic and contemporary sites blend seamlessly here affirming zad’s Rising Star status for explorers craving culture action and
Coastal magic along the Adriatic Riviera number four Zagreb an often overlooked European Jewel lovely Zagreb Wows visitors with its seamless blend of medieval Marbles and Grand austr Hungarian boulevards brimming with pops of colorful architecture winding Cobblestone Lanes unfurl one postcard scene after another in Old Town leading us to ornate neogothic and Baroque Cathedrals peering
Over bustling plazas nearby museum of broken relationships offers quirky yet compelling insights into love loss and the human by displaying ordinary objects tied to former couples alongside their stories contemporary Zagreb also impresses amid stately 19th century buildings lining wide streets blending Bell Epoch and Art Deco Styles flower stalls explode with
Scents and colors at doac market and don’t miss zagreb’s legendary museum for sweet tooths The Delectable Museum of chocolate Number three split stepping onto the shores of sapphire Adriatic Waters at number three is the Lively Port City of split our gateway to discovering Croatia’s gorgeous Central Dalmatian Coast we’ll Begin by exploring Mammoth dian’s Palace an ancient Roman structure occupied to this day by bars shops and even
Residents inside its Old Stone Wall walls then we can hike up Margin Hill overlooking split for gorgeous vistas of red roof tiles pouring down to the Sea like lava flows while sailboats Glide off towards dreamy offshore Islands quick Ferry rides unveil those forested aisles each fringed by aquamarine bays and
Temptation effortlessly blending past and future Coastal culture with Island Bliss split shines bright as Croatia’s most complete package Number two plit Vice Lakes National Park our runnerup for Croatia’s top attraction just might be its most spectacular natural Paradise the one and only plit Vice Lakes National Park as a prestigious UNESCO world heritage site plitvice unfurls like a watercolor painting brought to life Emerald Lakes linked by thundering waterfall that
Slice through Lush Forest we’ll wander dazzling boardwalks peppered with Vista points revealing new angles of plit vice’s liquid artwork around every turn another postcard worthy scene tempts our camera from tranquil Lakes reflecting electric blue skies to Roaring Falls that kick up an ephemeral Mist we can explore plit Vice by foot boat or
Panoramic train ride each revealing heart skipping views but be ready to get wet the velvety pools below invite us to swim across chilly Sapphire Waters split by gushing Cascades hours will pass seamlessly amid this Forest Sanctuary far from Modern Civilization number one duik claiming the prestigious top spot on our tour of Croatia’s 20 must visit destinations is the ancient Port City of De brnik known as the pearl of the Adriatic thanks to its marvelously preserved medieval old town and shimmering Coastal local de bronik immediately transports visitors back in
Time we’ll stand a struck as we first Glimpse the Towering Stone ramparts encircling vibrant orange rooftops still remarkably intact after 700 years Crossing through Monumental pile gate into the city we’ll Trace smooth Limestone streets past Noble palaces statues Cathedrals and intriguing museums Within These hallowed walls we can even climb up the ramparts
Themselves for bird’s eye panoramas out towards the glistening sea and neighboring Islands dotted on the horizon then we’ll catch a cable car up S mountain to soak in aerial views of dubrovnik’s entirety terra cotta tiles Fanning towards Sapphire Waters rimmed by little green eyelets under the beaming Adriatic Sun undoubtedly the
Pearl of the Adriatic fairy tale de brnik effortlessly earns its place as Croatia’s most breathtaking distinctive and memorable City
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