The 10 Best Things to do in Karlovac County, Central Croatia

August 24, 2021 Nobuko Falco

Karlovac County (Croatian: Karlovačka županija) is a county in central Croatia, with the administrative center in Karlovac.
Restaurants in Karlovac County

1. Ivanina Kuca Bajke

Trg Hrvatskih Rodoljuba 2, Ogulin 47300 Croatia +385 47 525 398 http://www.ivaninakucabajke.hr/
Excellent
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21%
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5.0 based on 19 reviews

Ivanina Kuca Bajke

2. Franciscan Museum Karlovac

Ulica Ivana Mazuranica 2, Karlovac 47000 Croatia +385 91 914 4351 [email protected]
Excellent
95%
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5.0 based on 21 reviews

Franciscan Museum Karlovac

Opened in 2008 at the 350th anniversary of Franciscan arrival to Karlovac, it represents one of the best preserved collections in the city with numerous artefacts dating centuries back. Located in the heart of the old town, offering a very interesting leap into the history of Karlovac with a good price - value ratio. It's possible to arrange a visit even outside of the work hours via email or by phone (both are listed). *NOTE - CREDIT CARD not accepted/cash only. :)

Reviewed By moranar2020 - Karlovac, Croatia

It is a pleasure to walk through the four centuries old history of Karlovac with an excellent guide. The church was built at the same time as the fort itself, with various parts added through the centuries, and is the very heart of the town’s spiritual life. It is also a part of the town’s religious heritage, and an unavoidable point for meeting history, people and one’s own self.

3. Mreznica River

Duga Resa Croatia
Excellent
75%
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21%
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4.5 based on 28 reviews

Mreznica River

4. Rastoke

Rastoke 25 At Slovin Unique - Rastoke, Slunj 47240 Croatia +385 47 801 460 [email protected] http://www.slunj-rastoke.com
Excellent
66%
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25%
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4.5 based on 830 reviews

Rastoke

A watermill village situated where the blue-green waters of river Slunjcica flows into the Korana river. Most of the houses were built at the end of the 19th and the beginning o-f the 20th century. Because of its extraordinary natural beauties and historical tradition, in 1962 Rastoke village fell under the protection of the State Directorate for cultural and historical heritage. Many ancient civilizations, as well as contemporary urban environments whitness that the water has always attracted people to come to its banks and settle there. For thousands of years, the waters of Korana and Slunjcica, and their flora and fauna, fought the laws of nature, and as a result of this struggle in the limestone plateau, a remarkable canyon was carved in for us to take pleasure in. Seeing this natural phenomenon, this "poured off" ("rastocen") terrain, a place where the waters of river Slunjcica pour off in several backwaters, leaving behind small elevations which then form watercourses and waterfalls, people built a village and named it RASTOKE. Here, they found everything they needed and stayed here, forever bound with nature. Rastoke is a village of ambiance value and authentic heritage when it comes to architecture, and according to some records, it was built in the 17th century, possibly even earlier. Most of the houses were built at the end of the 19th and the beginning of the 20th century. People have always lived in Rastoke. Grain from nearby villages was constantly being milled here, and since its location is by the main road - which connects southern and northern part of Croatia - it became the intersection of various buyers, dealers and live stock traders. This rich village constantly suffered war damages and other social-caused troubles that destroyed it and set its development back to the beginning. Although people were forced to move away, the nature always stayed and defied the odds with its distinctiveness. Because of its extraordinary natural beauties and historical tradition, in 1962 the Rastoke village fell under the protection of the State Directorate for cultural and historical heritage. During the Homeland War in the 1990's, the village was completely destroyed. It was renovated with the help of Croatian Ministry of Development and Reconstruction. Today, there are about 30 households in Rastoke, and their wish is to renew the water mills and start running businesses. The prerequisites to do that were met last year, when the sewage system was built in Rastoke. Most of the households started renting out rooms for tourists. The fear of the future when it comes to their businesses is increasing, because the old road Karlovac-Slunj-Plitvice is not as interesting to the tourists now that the motorway was built. This problem could be dealt with earlier, and today can be evaded by organized accomodation. This is exactly what prompted the Holjevac family, who already owned an estate in the centre of the village, to bulid a small complex of tourist facilities, and to offer those to domestic and foreign tourists. The family company Slovin Unique - Rastoke d.o.o. was founded in 1997, and is the legal bearer of all the services the company offers. With their own knowledge, hard work and strong will, and with the loan taken from Croatian Postal Bank, the family turned the old hayloft into a cosy catering facility. Today, the company has an elaborate vision of future activities.

Reviewed By zlatab2015 - Sydney, Australia

This was my second time I am visiting this magnificent place,and I really enjoy every step I do on this grounds. Ratoke are watermill village which offer a lot.I will recommend one hole day to take it easy to see and check everything in it.There are many places to seat and have a nice lunch/drink with the gurgling sound of water all around.Great waterfalls surrounding this place and so many paths leading through the village give you opportunity to see all of them with easy access.It`s only 25 km from National Park Plitvice. Great place to be and to stay .

5. Dulin Ponor

Ogulin Croatia +385 47 532 278
Excellent
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4.5 based on 21 reviews

Dulin Ponor

6. Opg Novkovic

Tocak 26, Slunj 47240 Croatia +385 91 411 0988 [email protected] http://www.opg-novkovic.com
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4.5 based on 12 reviews

Opg Novkovic

7. Dubovac Castle

Zagrad-Gaj ulica 5, Karlovac 47000 Croatia +385 47 615 980 http://www.gmk.hr/
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4.0 based on 61 reviews

Dubovac Castle

Dubovac Castle is the oldest Karlovac monument, not just because of its ample history, but also because of the pioneer decision to preserve it in the name of collective memory. To this day the castle on the hill above the Kupa River is the most prominent landmark of the cultural and historical landscape of Karlovac. In the Middle Ages, Dubovac developed as a settlement with a fort at the cross-section of river and road routes, and in an area of dense fortified locations. It was first mentioned in 1339, when it got its first parish priest. Frequently written in Glagolitic script, the testimonies of trade and crafts, legal and school life circumstances of Dubovac burghers-freemen, were most numerous in the several decades preceding 1578, when the Osmanlis devastated its city to the ground. Although not large in area, the Dubovac estate was important economically as a regional market town. Its owners were, among others, important noble families from 1387 to 1810.

Reviewed By damirr685 - Pula, Croatia

Newly renovated old castle is a nice place to visit both as an important historical site and a restful place for a romantic dinner. There is a restoran and a lovely atrium where one can enjoy both the meal and the atmosphere. Restoration of the castle was performer professionally and beside the tower and a floor offering an exhibition of traditional, folk costumes it seems there are other spaces to be open to public. Also, additional info on those artefacts exposed is exepected to be added. Although my visit was during covid19 pandemic I had a nice time visiting it. In the end I bought few souvenirs from the gift shop. Can’t wait to visit it again after this unfortunate pandemic.

8. The Museum of Army Collections from the Croatian Homeland War

Turanj ul., Karlovac 47000 Croatia +385 47 615 980
Excellent
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4.0 based on 121 reviews

The Museum of Army Collections from the Croatian Homeland War

The city of Karlovac and its defenders endured fierce attacks in the Homeland War and played a key role in the defence of the Croatian territory, as well as in the creation of the independent Republic of Croatia. Karlovac, a fortress city in the shape of a star, has always been an indispensable part of the European and Croatian history. This unique museum tells the story of the fearlessness of Croatian defenders and the invincibility of the city on four rivers. The permanent interactive museum exhibition containing 350 original artefacts and more than 3 hours of multimedia content through which visitors can discover contemporary Croatian history. The exhibition also presents 23 exhibits featuring large-scale combat technology, with an emphasis on the ones manufactured domestically. The museum also has a Memorial Room of the Fallen Karlovac Defenders from the Homeland War, a multi-purpose hall, library and a souvenir shop.

Reviewed By 279charw - Washington DC, United States

An excellent assemblage of materials and objects that facilitate understandings of both the broader elements of 1991-95 war in Croatia as well as specific insights into how the war was fought in the strategic town of Karlovac. Friendly staff and English-language audio guides available.

9. Aquatika Freshwater Aquarium Karlovac

Branka Cavlovica Cavleka 1a Aquarium is near the City Stadium, Karlovac 47000 Croatia +385 47 659 112 [email protected] http://aquariumkarlovac.com
Excellent
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4.0 based on 67 reviews

Aquatika Freshwater Aquarium Karlovac

Freshwater aquarium Aquatika presents the flora and fauna of Croatian rivers and lakes, geological history, traditional culture and history of the basin of four Karlovac rivers. Visitors can witness richness of life in rivers and lakes, and more than one hundred freshwater fish species, of which 40 are endemic. This is an EU project financed from European Development Fund. Additional services: Coffee Shop (open 8 am-9 pm), Souvenir shop, children playgrounds

Reviewed By ivanmrav

Being an nature lovers, we had great time visiting Aquatika! Beautiful setting on shores of river Korana, its new modern design blends nicely in the enviroment ... All types of of freshwater fish can be seen in pools, and some are in impressive size! But also relaxing caffe bar area or just walk to the dam are quite nice. A little bit dark in some areas(tunnel), and as well lack of the other wildlife from the water )like frogs, snakes etc) are areas which could be improved...

10. Stari grad Slunj

Slunj 47240 Croatia
Excellent
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3.5 based on 10 reviews

Stari grad Slunj

Ruins in ressurrection

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