Things to see in Croatia

566 places worth seeing in Croatia on an illustrated map: Šibenik Cathedral, Euphrasian Basilica, Zagreb Cathedral, Pula Arena and Cathedral of Saint Domnius, and more. Zoom in and watch the landmarks, museums, nature and fun appear.

Highlights

Šibenik Cathedral This basilica is considered as one of the major attraction in the city. It is on the UNESCO World Heritage list. Construction started in 143
Euphrasian Basilica A UNESCO World Heritage Site, rebuilt in the 6th century during the Byzantine Empire. The central basilica and surrounding complex feature a
Zagreb Cathedral The Zagreb Cathedral with its twin spires is the most well known landmark of the city. The original cathedral dates back to 1217 but the pre
Pula Arena The 6th largest surviving Roman amphitheatre. Towering over the nearby buildings, this huge structure was barely saved from destruction seve
Cathedral of Saint Domnius Built around 305 AD as a mausoleum of Roman emperor Diocletian's (the oldest cathedral building in the world). The cathedral is also a very
Church of St. Donatus The church is one of the best preserved pre-Romanesque buildings in the world. It is pretty difficult to miss, as it has become the most rec
Museum of Broken Relationships What remains after a break-up? Museum's permanent display is an opportunity to experience a unique emotional journey through dozens of love
Rector's Palace, Dubrovnik The former palace of the Major Council houses a museum dedicated to the city's history.
Dubrovnik Cathedral This impressive building is in the Poljana Marin Držić. Supposedly, the original church was built with money donated by Richard the Lionhear
Mirogoj Cemetery Mirogoj is the central cemetery of Zagreb. It was opened in 1876 north of the city centre. The mortuary, the impressive and picturesque arca
Monument to the Sun This monument of a 22-meter diameter circle made of 300 multi-layered glass plates. It represents the sun. There are 8 similar proportionate
Bjelovar Cathedral Set in front of pretty green parkland in stark white and pastel yellow colors, this Baroque cathedral is one of Bjelovar's major landmarks,
Zadar Cathedral In the cathedral there is an impressive organ that was nearly destroyed in the last war. Climb up the bell tower for a nice view over the ci
Sponza Palace Gothic Renaissance palace, one of the few buildings that has maintained its form from before the catastrophic 1667 earthquake. Hosts histori
Trogir Cathedral Famous for its spectacular carved portal, it is a former cathedral of Trogir. Also known as St. John's Cathedral (Sveti Ivan) after bishop J
Arch of the Sergii Ancient Roman triumphal arch dated 29 BC.
Peruća Lake The second largest artificial lake (dam) in Croatia.
St. Mark's Square St. Mark's Church is known for its colourful roof tiles depicting the coat of arms of Croatia and Zagreb. St. Mark's Church was constructed
Dubrovnik Synagogue This synagogue built by Sephardic Jews is supposed to be the second-oldest still in use synagogue in Europe today. A permanent Jewish commun
Mimara Museum Houses some 3,700 works of art donated by Ante Topić Mimara. The collection comprises more than 1,500 exhibits dating from the prehistoric p
St Blaise's Church Baroque Church dedicated to the city's patron saint.
Croatian Museum of Naïve Art Houses more than one thousand works belonging to Croatian naïve art.
Croatian Museum of Contemporary Art Follows and presents contemporary trends in fine arts.
Art Pavilion in Zagreb Designed by the Hungarian architects Korb and Giergl for the Millennium Exhibition 1896 in Budepest, its iron frame was transported to Zagre
Church of Holy Cross A Croatian Pre-Romanesque Catholic church originating from the 9th century in Nin.
Vidova gora It is the highest mountain of all Adriatic islands. It has a great view of the Zlatni Rat beach, place Bol and islands Hvar and Vis.
Temple of Jupiter, Split Ancient Roman temple which became St. John's church.
Onofrio fountain In the western (Pile) entrance of the old town, The fountain stairs are nowadays a favourite meeting place for local youth and where both th
Zagreb City Museum The permanent collection tells the history of the city but there are also temporary exhibitions
Nikola Tesla Technical Museum Has a lot of technical inventions, fire engines, a cabinet of Nikola Tesla, a planetarium and an underground mine.
Republic of Croatia Square One of the largest and greenest squares of Zagreb, with the Croatian National Theatre in its centre.
Clock tower On top of the tower are the famous 'Zelenci' (The Green Ones), bronze statues which strike the gigantic bell every hour. They have been repl
Korčula Cathedral The bell tower, while not particularly tall on its own, sits at the highest point of Korčula's old town and offers spectacular views of the
Church of St. Chrysogonus Roman Catholic Church church building in Zadar, Croatia.
Museum of Neandertals in Krapina The new museum is located near the world famous site of the Krapina Neanderthals „Hušnjakovo“ in Krapina (15 km from Krapinske Toplice). Siz
Vela Spila Cave and archaeological site in Croatia.
Archaeological Museum Zadar Houses artifacts that testify to Zadar's long and rich history. The third floor covers prehistory up until Roman times. The second floor cov
Grapčeva cave a typical Dalmatian cave with stalactites and stalagmites, where archeological findings, especially engraved and colored ceramics, have been
Bundek Park with lake, hosts horticultural shows, firework festivals, workshops, concerts and music festivals (mostly during the summer).
Archaeological Museum Split The oldest museum in Croatia (1820), about 20 min walk north of the old town. Many artifacts and monuments from Roman colonies Salona and Na
Presidential Palace, Zagreb Located on a hill overlooking the city centre, it was built in 1964 as a villa for Marshall Tito. Since 1991, it has been the official seat
Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art The museum collects works of art by Rijeka artists from 19th century and Croatian and foreign artists from 20th and 21st century.
Church of Saints Philip and James This is the main Catholic cathedral in the city. It is the 3rd longest church in Croatia and also has the 3rd most significant library in Cr
Skradinski buk Considered the major attraction of the park. It is a pleasant cascade of lakes and waterfalls which is close to the both main entrances.
Maritime Museum Considering how vital sailing and shipbuilding were to the growth of the Dubrovnik Republic, this is one of the city’s most important museum
Rijeka Natural History Museum Besides the botanical garden, the museum is a multimedia centre with an aquarium containing species from the Adriatic Sea. Besides fish, sha
Franciscan Monastery in Pula 14th century church and monastery
Roman forum in Zadar Remains of the Roman forum - One of the best preserves Roman forums in existence. This is a common place for locals to stroll, sit down amon
Rijeka City Tower A symbol of Rijeka and a good example of a typical round tower access-point, which leads into the fortified town. Today it dominates the cen
Naval Cemetery, Pula Sailors' cemetery (1866), about 150,000 soldiers of Austro-Hungarian nations were buried there, and Mornarička crkva, Sailors' Church

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