Ahead of us are carefree summer days, timeless lounging on the beach and enjoying the hot sun. You are probably also thinking about where you will wave it in the summer. Since Slovenians are still big fans of the Adriatic, we have prepared a list of the most beautiful beaches in Croatia. Regardless of whether you go to Istria, Kvarner or Dalmatia - you will definitely find the most beautiful beaches in Croatia there.
The most beautiful beaches of Istria for relaxation and excursions
Beach Hawaii, Pula
It is definitely one of the most beautiful beaches in Istria Hawaii Beach in Pula. It is located right next to the very popular Hotel Park Plaza Arena Pula. This bay fascinates with its wonderful atmosphere and breathtaking turquoise color of the sea, sparkling white pebbles and picturesque rocky background. The sea here is crystal clear and ideal for snorkeling.
Photo: Booking.comLone Bay, Rovinj
The real highlight of a beach holiday in Istria is the beautiful bay Lone in Rovinj. This beautiful pebble beach is located directly in the idyllic forest park of the picturesque coastal town. Here you will find wonderful natural shade under the fragrant pine trees. While swimming in the sea, you can enjoy top quality water and pleasant peace and quiet.
Girandella beaches, Rabac
Unique highlights of the sea atmosphere await you in Rabac, which lies in the southeast of Istria. The different beaches of Girandella are particularly beautiful – nudist, family and dog-friendly, pampering visitors with their pebbly coves. Most of all, it fascinates the paradise sea of turquoise color, which almost resembles the Caribbean.
Photo: ValamarValbandon beach, Fažana
The pebble beach is located in Pheasants, a popular seaside resort, and is ideal for families with children. A long pebble beach with beautiful snow-white sand awaits you here, where there is always enough space for sunbathing. In the immediate vicinity of the beach, you can find a fantastic tourist offer, which includes many restaurants and cafes, which you can reach along the beautiful coastal promenade.
Photo: istra.hrCyclon Beach, Pula
It is definitely one of the most beautiful beaches in Istria Cyclone Beach, which is located in the west of Pula. The beach is surrounded by beautiful scenery and rocks. It is a mixture of pebble and stone beach, which is surrounded by fragrant pine trees.
View this post on Instagram
Saint Andrea, Rabac
Saint Andrea Beach is located in Rabac. It has been awarded with a blue flag, which is a symbol of quality service and a clean sea. It is a mixture of pebble and stone bays, so everyone can find their own piece of beach. Here you will find a beautiful and picturesque landscape surrounded by the incredible colors of the sea.
Photo: ValamarThe most beautiful beaches of Kvarner for relaxation and fun
Beach Lopar, Rab
V To the racket there are two beautiful sandy beaches on Rab, an island of wonderful landscape diversity and centuries-old tourist tradition: Paradise Beach and Livacina Beach. Paradise Beach is located in Lopar, 14 kilometers from the town of Rab. It stretches for almost 2 kilometers and offers tourists various activities. The extremely shallow water is also suitable for families with children. This beautiful sandy beach has showers, bars, restaurants, various playgrounds, bike paths and a wide range of water sports.
Beach Livacina, Rab
It is one of the most beautiful and attractive beaches on the island, located near the famous Rajska plaža. The beach is sandy with easy access to the sea and is ideal for children. Under the shade of pine trees, just above the beach, there are several restaurants with excellent food and drinks. You can also rent equipment for leisure and entertainment as well as sunbeds and umbrellas.
View this post on Instagram
View this post on Instagram
View this post on Instagram
Vela beach, Baška, Krk island
The island of Krk is located in the Kvarner Bay and has many picturesque places, natural bays and beautiful sandy and pebbly beaches. A famous tourist center Baška, known for one of the most beautiful beaches in Kvarner, is located in the southern part of the island. In a sheltered bay, hidden by the massive Velebit, there is a long pebble beach Vela beach. On it, everyone will find their own place for a good rest or entertainment. Some parts of the beach are sandy, where children can enjoy making sand castles. Young people will be attracted by the rhythm of the music from the attractive bars on the beach. There are also many sports activities on offer.
View this post on Instagram
View this post on Instagram
Storišče beach, Krk
Storišče beach is another idyllic bay on the island of Krk, isolated and mysterious and far from civilization. The beach is accessible on foot along a steep and winding path, but you can also reach it by car, which you park in the parking lot 1 kilometer away and then continue to the beach on foot. The beach does not have any facilities or other services, but it is decorated with crystal clear sea, unspoilt nature and a wonderful view.
Chinese beach, island of Krk
Punat is located on the southwestern side of the island of Krk, in a beautiful bay surrounded by well-kept olive groves. At the entrance to Puntarska bay there is a beach with a name Punta Debij, which the young people named her Chinese beach. During the day, the beach is full of families with children, and in the evening, young people gather for live music. There is an excellent range of sports facilities: from parasailing, jet skis, water skis, wakeboards, tubes, bananas and trampolines to windsurfing and beach volleyball. Nearby restaurants offer relaxation and refreshment. The beach is equipped with chemical toilets, showers and changing rooms, and you can rent sunbeds and umbrellas.
Medane beach, island of Krk
Medane beach is synonymous with an oasis of peace. The beach exudes a true Mediterranean ambiance; olives, stone, lavender and other Mediterranean plants are only part of the preserved natural landscape and spread along the coast. The view of the crystal clear sea and the wealth of olive trees and the variety of coasts satisfy every visitor. In the immediate vicinity of the beach there is a bicycle path, which is also suitable for walking, as it is as long as 20 kilometers. A range of culinary delights is also provided. A children's playground is available for the youngest.
View this post on Instagram
View this post on Instagram
Gradska Beach, Crikvenica
The beach is only 200 meters from the center of Crikvenica. The sea here is crystal clear and blue. Above the beach in Crikvenica is a pine forest where you can cool off on hot summer days. Various sports equipment, umbrellas and sunbeds can be rented on the beach. There are also several restaurants and bars where you can try typical Kvarner dishes. The beach is suitable for disabled people and families with small children, as well as for young people looking for fun.
View this post on Instagram
View this post on Instagram
Beach Sv. Ivan, Lubenice, island of Cres
Watermelons were even declared one of the most beautiful beaches in the world in the past. It is located below the small town of Lubenica, on a steep cliff with a beautiful view of the white sandy beach. You can get to the beach on foot or by sea with a boat or sailboat. The beach is a bit more difficult for pedestrians to access, so you can expect fewer bathers. A walk to it will offer you unspoiled nature and the smell of Mediterranean vegetation, as well as enjoying the wonderful view and the beautiful sea. There are no bars and restaurants on the beach.
View this post on Instagram
View this post on Instagram
Vel Žal beach, Dugi otok
Veli Žal beach is located 2 kilometers from the town of Dragovode. You can get to the beach by car or boat, and the road is paved and well marked. Veli Žal beach is a pebbly beach with sandy parts and rocks. It is ideal for romantics who are looking for an escape from everyday life by the clean sea and beautiful nature.
View this post on Instagram
View this post on Instagram
Zabodarski beach, Mali Lošinj
Zabodar beach is one of the most beautiful wild beaches on Lošinj. It is decorated with rocks rising from the sea and a wonderful view of the island. It is located under the port of Mali Lošinj and is 8 kilometers from the center. You can reach it on foot, by bicycle or by car, which can be parked nearby. If you don't like crowds and noisy beaches, this beach is ideal. The surrounding pine forests give it shade, and their green branches create a relaxing atmosphere. Since the sea near the coast is shallow enough, Zabodarski beach is an excellent choice for families with small children.
View this post on Instagram
The most beautiful beaches of Dalmatia for unforgettable summer pleasures
Stiniva beach, Vis
Stiniva beach is located in the southern part of the island of Vis. It is surrounded by high cliffs. Part of this beautiful pebble beach is always in the shade, so it is suitable to hide from the hot midday sun. You can reach this beautiful bay on foot by boat or sailboat, and the wild landscape with clear turquoise sea makes for unforgettable moments. There is also a wonderful bar on the beach where you can have a refreshing drink.
Sakarun beach, Dugi otok
Sakarun Beach is located on the northwestern side of Dugi Otok. It is best known for its white sand, which is not very common in Croatia, as the beaches are usually completely pebbly. The beach is located in the bay and is about 800 meters long. This beach is one of the most beautiful beaches in Croatia, but also one of the best kept secrets. The water is calm and shallow, making it an ideal place for families with children. There are two facilities on the beach that offer food and drink, but apart from that, the entire west coast of the island is undeveloped, giving the experience of unspoiltness.
Raduča Beach, Primošten
Primošten it has beautiful long pebble beaches located in the center of the city. They are bathed in crystal clear sea and almost all of them are completely surrounded by lovely pine trees, which are the perfect hideaway from the midday sun. One of the most beautiful beaches is the Raduča beach, which is located in the Vela Raduča bay and stretches along the entire length of the peninsula of the same name.
Banje Beach, Dubrovnik
Banje beach is located 300 meters from the old town of Dubrovnik. The beautiful view of the city walls gives you a different experience from most beaches that usually face the open sea or islands. The beach is pebbly and has a wide variety of catering facilities. On the beach there are showers, changing rooms, deckchairs and umbrellas, which can also be rented. On the beach you can enjoy various water sports. There is also the possibility to take a boat to the beautiful island of Lokrum.
Podrače beach, Brela
Brela are a well-known tourist resort on the Makarska Riviera, where some of the most beautiful beaches in Croatia are located. It is located in the immediate vicinity of the equally famous Punta Rata beach. It is a small pebble beach surrounded by charming pine trees. The sea is crystal clear and is therefore an ideal place for diving and exploring the rich underwater life. The beach is small, so it is usually quite crowded during the summer season.
Saplunara beach, Mljet
Saplunara beach is a sandy beach located on the southeastern point of the island of Mljet. Saplunara actually consists of two main beaches, Velika and Mala Salpunara, both of which are surrounded by a pine forest. The water is shallow and warm, so it is also suitable for families. There is a small cafe with Mediterranean cuisine on the beach.
Beach Divna, Pelješac
Beach Divna is another spectacular beach located on the northern part of the Pelješac peninsula. This stunning 200 meter long beach is located in a small bay of the same name and offers a spectacular coastal landscape. There are no facilities on the beach, only a camp that offers some basic facilities. A special feature that you can enjoy in Divna Bay is a small inhabited island in front of the beach that you can swim to. With a somewhat Robinsonian appearance, the bay is perfect for those looking for a unique relaxing experience surrounded by unspoiled nature.
Zlatni Rat, Brač
This beautiful 500-meter-long beach is located on the southern coast of the island of Brač, just 2 kilometers from the beautiful town of Bol. Due to its elegance and attractiveness, it has become a symbol of the island and coastal Croatia. It has a unique shape, like a tongue that extends into the sea and changes its shape and position depending on the wind, tide and current. The Croatian government protects it as a geomorphological monument. Zlatni Rat beach has a blue flag, which guarantees the highest quality of water, facilities, safety, environmental education and management. The beach is also enjoyed by active tourists, as it is often a gathering place for windsurfers and windsurfers. Here you can find just about everything you need for swimming, resting, playing and a tasty bite when you're hungry and a refreshing drop when you're thirsty.
Pasjača Beach, Dubrovnik
Pasjača beach is located in the small village of Popovići in Konavle. It is hidden from view behind steep cliffs and can only be reached by a long and very steep staircase cut into the rock. The rock is at an altitude of 250 m, so the descent and ascent is a real adventure in itself. The beach is never crowded and the boats will not obstruct your view of the sea horizon. The beach is ideal for all those who want to relax in silence, beautiful nature and extremely clear and clean sea.
Betina Cave, Dubrovnik
Betina cave is a pebbly beach in Dubrovnik, located in a cave between Villa Šeherezada and Gjivovići beach. The beach was named after Beta, as the great Dubrovnik scientist Marin Getaldić was called, who conducted various optical experiments and research in the cave. The beach cannot be reached by land, but only by sea. The closest swimming is to Gjivovići beach, but there is also the possibility of canoeing to the cave accompanied by a guide. Since it is quite inaccessible, there are never many bathers here. There is complete peace and quiet and you feel disconnected from the world.
Jezero beach, Pelješac
A pebbly beach is located near the town Dube on Pelješac and is ideal for anyone looking for an escape from the crowds and the heat. It is a quiet and secluded beach, where even in the peak of the season you will not meet many people. Like most of the aforementioned beaches, the Jezero beach can only be reached by sea. The idyllic view of Biokova and the lake that surrounds this beautiful beach from the land ensures complete peace and idyllic surroundings.
Svitla Beach, Ugljan Island
Island of Ugljan it has many small, secluded coves where you can enjoy peace and quiet. One of them is Svitla Bay. It is located on the south side of the island, about 2 km from the town of Kali and about 3.5 km from the town of Preko. You can get from Prek to the bay on an unpaved road. There is only one cottage in the bay with a wonderful view of Dugi otok, the island of Iž and Kornati.
Island of Proizd, Korčula
The island can be reached by boat, which departs from Vela Luka on Korčula and takes about half an hour. The island is accessible by tourist boat only in summer, and the boat runs only a few times a day. It has a lot of lush Mediterranean vegetation, beautiful beaches and is surrounded by a warm, clean sea. There are four beaches on the island, one of which is nudist. Hiking trails lead to all beaches. The island is surrounded by crystal clear sea and beautiful pebble beaches in rocky bays. The power of the sea, sun and nature can be felt here in the true sense. It is truly a place for rest and relaxation, as there are no houses or shops on it.
