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Zadar, Croatia

Things to Do in Zadar

Top sights, the tours and tickets travellers book most, hidden gems and day trips.

Most booked:From Zadar Plitvice Lakes Guided Day Tour with Tickets

Most booked tours and tickets in Zadar

From Zadar Plitvice Lakes Guided Day Tour with Tickets

From Zadar Plitvice Lakes Guided Day Tour with Tickets

4.91,687 reviews10h
Zadar: 3 Islands Luxury Boat Tour with Aperol Spritz & Snorkeling

Zadar: 3 Islands Luxury Boat Tour with Aperol Spritz & Snorkeling

4.91,428 reviews3h
Zadar: Luxury Island Boat Tour, Snorkeling & Unlimited Wine

Zadar: Luxury Island Boat Tour, Snorkeling & Unlimited Wine

5.01,392 reviews4h
Zadar Highlights: Old Town, Sea Organ & Local Tastings

Zadar Highlights: Old Town, Sea Organ & Local Tastings

5.0478 reviews2h
Zadar: Half Day Island Hopping Tour & Old Town Panoramic Cruise

Zadar: Half Day Island Hopping Tour & Old Town Panoramic Cruise

4.9418 reviews4h
Excursion to Kornati National Park from Zadar

Excursion to Kornati National Park from Zadar

4.6323 reviews9h 40m

Tickets and tours by attraction

The best options for each of Zadar's top sights, compared.

Top sights in Zadar

  1. 1Sea Organ
  2. 2Sun Salutation
  3. 3Roman Forum
  4. 4St. Donatus Church
  5. 5Sunset at the Riva
  6. 6Kornati Islands Day Trip
  • Experience Architectural Alchemy: Where else can you hear a musical instrument played by the sea and watch a light installation powered by the sun? The modern Sea Organ and Sun Salutation on the Riva are globally unique artistic feats that interact directly with nature, offering a free, unforgettable sensory experience every day.
  • Walk Through Millennia in One Afternoon: Zadar's compact Old Town is an open-air museum. Stand on the original Roman pavement of the Forum, enter the pre-Romanesque St. Donatus Church, admire the gold and silver treasures in St. Simeon's Church, and stroll along 16th-century Venetian walls—all within a 15-minute walk.
  • Chase the World's Most Famous Sunset: Take Hitchcock's word for it. The daily ritual of watching the sun melt into the Adriatic from the western Riva promenade is a communal event. Join locals and travelers, find a spot on the steps or at a cafe like The Garden, and witness the sky perform in shades of orange, pink, and purple.

Tickets and passes in Zadar

Quad Tour the Hidden Trails of Dalmatia from Zadar

Quad Tour the Hidden Trails of Dalmatia from Zadar

5.038 reviews3h
TuLove 4L, Velebit Safari, 4x4 off-road and hiking

TuLove 4L, Velebit Safari, 4x4 off-road and hiking

5.013 reviews6h

Food and drink experiences in Zadar

Discover the Old Town of Zadar Through Food, Wine & History

Discover the Old Town of Zadar Through Food, Wine & History

5.0162 reviews2h
Guided Speedboat Tour with Organic Food, Oil & Wine Tasting

Guided Speedboat Tour with Organic Food, Oil & Wine Tasting

4.950 reviews4h
National Park Kornati & Telascica Nature Park for 15 people max

National Park Kornati & Telascica Nature Park for 15 people max

4.850 reviews8h 30m

Day trips and outdoor activities from Zadar

Visit 2 Islands of Zadar on a traditional wooden boat during half-day trip

Visit 2 Islands of Zadar on a traditional wooden boat during half-day trip

4.5199 reviews4h
Zadar: Zrmanja River Kayaking, with optional transfer from Zadar

Zadar: Zrmanja River Kayaking, with optional transfer from Zadar

4.8191 reviews5h
Zadar: The Best of Dugi Otok - Shipwreck, Sandy Beach & Sea Cave

Zadar: The Best of Dugi Otok - Shipwreck, Sandy Beach & Sea Cave

4.5181 reviews8h 30m

Hidden gems in Zadar

Places most visitors miss, many of them free.

The Gold and Silver of Zadar (St. Simeon's Church)

Inside the unassuming St. Simeon's Church lies an astonishing treasure: the ornate silver-gilt chest (ark) of St. Simeon, a masterpiece of medieval goldsmithing.

Arsenal Building & Museum of Ancient Glass

A beautifully restored 18th-century Venetian arsenal that now houses a modern museum dedicated to ancient Roman glassmaking, with an active glassblowing workshop.

Petar Zoranić Square (Trg Petra Zoranića)

A small, charming square tucked away behind the Roman Forum, centered around a beautiful old well and surrounded by picturesque stone buildings.

Beach Bar Bamboo (at Puntamika Beach)

A laid-back, rustic beach bar built into the rocks at the local-favorite Puntamika Beach, west of the Old Town.

The "Foša" Harbor Swimming Spot

The tip of the Old Town peninsula, near the ancient Foša sea gate, where concrete platforms and ladders provide easy access to the deep, clear sea.

Day trips from Zadar

Kornati National Park

1.5 - 2 hours by organized boat tour

A breathtaking archipelago of 89 mostly barren, rocky islands and islets. A day trip here is a journey into a stark, beautiful maritime landscape, perfect for sailing, swimming in crystal-clear coves, and hiking to cliff-top viewpoints.

Nin & Queen's Beach

30 minutes by car or bus

A historic town known as the first capital of the Croatian kings, set on a tiny island in a lagoon. Nearby lies its famous attraction: the vast, shallow Queen's Beach (Kraljičina plaža), perfect for families.

Paklenica National Park

45 minutes by car

A dramatic contrast to the coast, Paklenica is a canyon carved into the Velebit mountain range. It's a paradise for hikers and climbers, offering stunning gorges, dense forests, and panoramic views of the Adriatic.

Plan your Zadar trip

Things to do in Zadar: FAQ

What are the best things to do in Zadar?+

Top sights include Sea Organ, Sun Salutation, Roman Forum and St. Donatus Church. Away from the crowds, try The Gold and Silver of Zadar (St. Simeon's Church) and Arsenal Building & Museum of Ancient Glass.

What are the most popular tours in Zadar?+

The most booked experiences on Viator are From Zadar Plitvice Lakes Guided Day Tour with Tickets (4.9 stars, 1,687 reviews); Zadar: 3 Islands Luxury Boat Tour with Aperol Spritz & Snorkeling (4.9 stars, 1,428 reviews); Zadar: Luxury Island Boat Tour, Snorkeling & Unlimited Wine (5.0 stars, 1,392 reviews).

How much do tours in Zadar cost?+

The tours and tickets on this page start between €19 and €300 per person, depending on length and what is included.

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