Dalmatia has holiday homes near the beach
If you are traveling with your family or friends, we recommend holiday homes near one of beautiful beaches alongside Dalmatian coast. Use all the advantages that holiday home has, relax in privacy and beautiful natural environment of Dalmatia. On Adriagate.com, you can check our selection of holiday homes in different locations and you can find largest number on islands of Hvar, Pašman, Brač, etc.
Family vacation homes in Dalmatia
Since majority of our guests are families with children, our selection is enriched with spacious holiday homes in Dalmatia, equipped with everything one can need on vacation, so every member of your family can feel comfortable. Choose a home with big garden so your children can play while you are testing your culinary skills on outdoor grill. Largest selection of holiday homes can be found on Makarska Riviera, which has everything for your perfect family vacation, including vast content and many activities.
Highlights & Things to do
Do not miss to visit Korcula, the birthplace of Marco Polo, that is, thanks to its walls, very similar to Dubrovnik. Book a holiday home in Dalmatia near the beach that offers safe swimming for your children. Choose one of the Makarska Riviera beaches, relax in the shade of the pines and enjoy the sounds of crickets and waves. Experience the after beach parties in the coastal towns famous for vivacious nightlife. Check out our fantastic offer of holiday homes on the Dalmatian islands.
Enjoy one of the best beaches on the Adriatic - Zlatni Rat on the island Brac, relax on the quiet islands of Lastovo and Vis or visit the famous Zrce beach on the island of Pag. Enjoy your stay in Dalmatia and discover the flavors of Dalmatian cuisine. Taste the wines from the vineyards of Peljesac, Hvar, Vis and Korcula in one of the many taverns. Book your holiday in Dalmatia and get away from the stress of daily life by practicing various sports: cycling, diving, water sports, paragliding, sailing, rafting and hiking.
Dalmatia
Are you interested in the historical creation of the cities, ruins from the Roman era, a perfect holiday on the beaches with the smell of salt and the sounds of crickets, magical natural beauty and gastronomic delights - Dalmatia is an ideal destination for you.
Meet Dalmatia through the stories of the UNESCO towns - monuments
Five UNESCO protected monuments in Dalmatia will certainly intrigue you to discover the secrets hidden in the ancient Dalmatian towns. Visit the oldest Croatian town of Sibenik and take a look at the most beautiful and most famous building and a unique symbol of the city - the Cathedral of St.Jakov from the 15th century. Stroll down to the summer villa of the Emperor Diocletian in Split, go back to the ancient days of of Diocletian, drink a glass of good wine in its cellars and enjoy the view of the most beautiful city in the world from the belfry of the cathedral of St. Duje. Fall in love with the UNESCO-protected town of Trogir and lose yourself in the small cobbled streets. Get to know all the charm of Dubrovnik and find out why celebrities love to spend their vacation in this city made of stone. Admire its beauty from Srđ, and like a true gentleman, walk down the Stradun and magnificent walls. Sail to the island Hvar, enjoy the intoxicating fragrance of lavender and a glass of good wine, and explore why the beauty of the Stari Grad was crowned by UNESCO protection.
National parks in Dalmatia - a green oasis for relaxation and peace
When you get bored of the usual crowded cities and crowded city beaches, find a piece of paradise in a number of national parks and nature parks that are located in Dalmatia.
Take a break from everyday stress, relax your body and soul and enjoy with your loved ones in the untouched nature of the Krka National Park, located near the town of Sibenik. During kilometers of walking paths trodden and idyllic wooden bridges, enjoy the smell of lush forests and magical azure waterfalls. Enjoy the charms of the largest waterfall Skradinski Buk and Roski Slap, take a boat adventure to the small island of Visovac, which is one of the most important cultural values of Croatia and take a swim in the clear river at the foot of the magical waterfalls. Visit the old mill, feed the donkey, and buy souvenirs at a nearby souvenir shop. A ticket for the National Park is 90 kn for adults and 70 kn for children.
On the southern slopes of Velebit mountain you have the opportunity to enjoy all the beauty of the National Park Paklenica. Impressive canyon, mountains, forested valleys and alpine meadows are ideal for those who want to explore the national park, but also enjoy many activities such as mountain climbing or hiking. Wildlife, dense forests, and diverse cultural heritage are just part of what Paklenica has to offer. If you want to visit this park in a season it is enough to pay 50 kuna.
"On the last day of the Creation, God desired to crown His work and thus created Kornati Islands out of tears, stars and breath" (George Bernard Shaw). This is an ideal invitation to visit the Kornati National Park and sail between 89 islands, islets and rocks. Enjoy the view of the scarce vegetation islands and find a small island Levrnak with crystal clear beach Lojena. If you want to visit this park you will need to set aside about 100 kuna, and more information can be found at http://www.np-kornati.hr/
In Dalmatia, you can also find the National Park Mljet, which inspires its many visitors by colors and smells of unspoiled nature. Specific indented coast, rich vegetation, belvedere Montokuc which offers spectacular view of Veliko and Malo Lake and numerous islands make this park special. Visit Ulysses cave and the most attractive beaches in this area Saplunara and Blace. A visit to the park is possible by ferry from Dubrovnik, and by many tourist boats from the surrounding islands. Entrance fee to the National Park is from 80 to 100 kuna, and more information can be found at www.np-mljet.hr .
Complete your holiday with the visit to the most attractive beaches in Dalmatia
Full day of enjoying on the beaches, warm sun caressing your body, the sounds of waves and irresistible smell of salt, swimming in the crystal clear waters are just what you need to enjoy your vacation?
The most attractive beach is definitely Zlatni Rat beach, located in Bol on the south side of the island Brac. This spectacular pebble beach, more than 500 meters long, is one of the most famous symbols of Croatian real natural phenomenon due to the long top that changes its shape depending on the wind and waves. The beach is ideal for families with small children because of the dense pine forest in which one can find a suitable shelter from the sun, as well as for surfers and young people because of the wide range of beach bars and restaurants. The beach can be reached by car, tourist train and on foot.
Near the town of Postira on the island Brac, a deep bay hides one of the most beautiful beaches in Dalmatia. Enjoy the beach Lovrecina, which was included by the Skyscanner in one of the 9 most beautiful beaches in the world. Easy access to the sea and a beautiful pine forest in the background make this beach ideal for the whole day with the kids. Refreshments can be found in a nearby café, and do not to miss the Brač specialties in the restaurant located next to the beach. As a picture is worth more than 1000 words, we suggest to take a look at the video.
The most famous pebble beach where you can enjoy the view on the old town of Dubrovnik is Banje beach. Always full, this town beach offers a number of additional facilities. Rent sun chairs and parasols for the maximum relax or go on an adventure pedal to the nearby island Lokrum. All adventurers can enjoy water sports or try paragliding, watertube, parachute flight with the help of boats and similar attractions. Enjoy a massage with the sounds of the sea by day and have fun in numerous cafes and restaurants during the night.
A great number of attractive beaches lie along the Makarska Riviera, and the special charm has the beach Punta Rata, located in Brela. It has been awarded by the Blue Flag for clean sea. American magazine Forbes has named this beach as Europe's most beautiful beach and the sixth most beautiful in the world. The symbol of this beach is the Brela Stone, a rock that rises from the sea. The beach can be reached by car, and the price of daily parking ticket is 80 kuna. In addition to the clear sea, there are many bars in which you can freshen up.
Zadar area hides Nin lagoon, an attractive beach located in a small romantic town of Nin, known as well as the Queen's beach. The beach is famous because of the therapeutic mud, which is believed to help in treating a number of diseases. The sandy beach is ideal for families with small children who will spend most of their time in the warm shallow waters or try making sand castle. After the beach volleyball or badminton, refresh yourselves in many bars right near to the beach.
Are you planning to spend your whole vacation on the beaches across the Adriatic, we advise you to keep out of the hot sun and to visit beaches in the early morning or in the afternoon after 5 p.m. Be sure to remember to protect sunscreen with a protection factor above 20. Bring a bottle of water, sunglasses, a favorite book and enjoy the clear Adriatic sea.