Things to do in Hvar Island, Dalmatia: The Best Walking Tours

September 19, 2021 Brandee Mangan

Claiming to be the sunniest spot in all of Europe, the Croatian island of Hvar is the perfect destination for tourists seeking the beauty of Mediterranean beaches without the crowds associated with more well-known destinations. Pathways lined with lavender vines lead to secluded coves, small fishing villages and local vineyards, and ferries and catamarans carry visitors across the calm, blue waters to the surrounding islands, all worthy of exploration.
Restaurants in Hvar Island

1. The Best of Hvar Small Group Tour with Wine Tasting and Dinner

Hvar Bus Station, Croatia, Dolac 2, 21450, Hvar, Croatia Amazing Hvar Day Tours
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Enjoy this small-group tour encompassing scenic views, the towns of Stari Grad and Vrbovska, wine tasting (Carić or Tomić winery), lavender fields (seasonal June - July) and Authentic Dalmatian lunch/dinner in an abandoned ethno-eco village or an Olive grove Konoba. Menu: Appetizer: Local cheese and smoked ham with island extra virgin olive oil, marinated fish Main Course: Peka – traditional meal with lamb or mixed lamb and veal under the iron bell covered with the ash. Dessert: Simple traditional desert with almonds Beverage: Local wine, water, grappa – local brandy

Inclusions: Local taxes, Wine tasting, 3-course dinner, Driver/guide, Pickup and drop-off from your Hvar hotel, the bus station or the ferry port in Stari Grad, Bottled water

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By Fatemeh M

Me and my husband went on the wine tasting tour with Dinko as our guide that Urška arranged and it was amazing! Both the guided tour, the winery and the winery’s and best of all the Dalmatian dinner in the abandoned village. We truly recommend this activity. Also we felt very safe as it was just us and the Dinko in the car and not so crowded the places we went to :) thanks so much for the amazing tour of you beautiful island Hvar!

2. Hvar City Walking Tour

Amazing Hvar Day Tours
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Small-group Hvar city walking tour starts at Hvar’s Fortica fortress, which is the best place for the most amazing view of the entire city and island archipelago. After learning about the fortress we reach the old part of the town.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Bottled water

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Reviewed By Fatemeh M

Me and my husband went on the wine tasting tour with Dinko as our guide that Urška arranged and it was amazing! Both the guided tour, the winery and the winery’s and best of all the Dalmatian dinner in the abandoned village. We truly recommend this activity. Also we felt very safe as it was just us and the Dinko in the car and not so crowded the places we went to :) thanks so much for the amazing tour of you beautiful island Hvar!

3. Hvar Hidden Gems Small Group Half Day Tour with Lunch or Dinner

Hvar Bus Station, Croatia, Dolac 2, 21450, Hvar, Croatia Amazing Hvar Day Tours
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The island of Hvar offers many original and hidden places, together with stunning views, like Pakleni and the neighbouring islands. Enjoy the spectacular views and the scenery of amazing Hvar. Get in touch with rural life of the island of Hvar and 3-course lunch/dinner in abandoned village. 1. Local cheese and smoked ham with island extra virgin olive oil, marinated fish, Served with bread, wine and water. 2. Peka – traditional meal prepared under the iron bell covered with the ash. , We can offer you meet (lamb and veal) or Octopus Peka, baked with vegetables and served with salad. Vegetarian meal available. Please specify. 3. Simple traditional desert with almonds., Served with Grappa or Prosek (Desert wine).

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Bottled water, 3-course lunch or dinner, Local Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By Fatemeh M

Me and my husband went on the wine tasting tour with Dinko as our guide that Urška arranged and it was amazing! Both the guided tour, the winery and the winery’s and best of all the Dalmatian dinner in the abandoned village. We truly recommend this activity. Also we felt very safe as it was just us and the Dinko in the car and not so crowded the places we went to :) thanks so much for the amazing tour of you beautiful island Hvar!

4. Hvar Lavender Tour

Taxi Hvar Beleca/Rent a car, Dolac 2, 21450, Hvar, Croatia Hiking Hvar
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Enjoy one of the most attractive and easiest hiking route on Hvar, learn everything about Hvar and Mediterranean herbs, visit the old Hvar villages and taste the amazing local food. Highlights • Experience the astonishing nature of the Mediterranean island of Hvar as well as its rich culture and history • Learn everything about the Hvar’s lavender and other Mediterranean aromatic and healing herbs, including how they were used, cultivated, and distilled • Visit the very well-preserved ancient Hvar villages (Malo & Velo Grablje), taste the great local food and wine in a traditional Dalmatian “konoba” • One of the most attractive and easiest Hvar hiking routes

Inclusions: Local guide, Transportation (Hvar-Vidikovac / Milna-Hvar), Light snack & wine in Dalmatian “konoba, Accident insurance, Snacks, Alcoholic Beverages

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Reviewed By GG120

A less well known side of Hvar, is how well suited it is to star gazing. The skies are stunningly clear, which lends itself to some out of this world star gazing on the hills above. Because of these clear skies, Hvar has its own Observatory ( which you can’t visit as a tourist) and so we came by this company who organise stargazing evenings. It is run by a very knowledgeable Astro physicist called Yasha who just happens to work at the observatory and on occasion undertakes some advisory work with NASA! One of Yasha’s charming team took us to the hill top, which has panoramic views of Hvar from the other, non touristic side where we caught the sunset. Yasha then gave us a very informative and easy-to-follow presentation about Astronomy, before we headed to the telescope - a marvellous modern piece of machinery which linked to a software to point exactly towards what we wanted to see. We were very lucky to have Jupiter and Saturn within our sight and Yasha went on to show us stars and constellations together with far flung galaxies which were as far as 2.5 million light years away. Truly remarkable. It was such an enjoyable and informal evening where we were given the opportunity to literally see what was going on above us in real time, by a team of enthusiasts who supported a very knowledgeable, highly regarded scientist. I would highly recommend anyone to experience this ! Thank you team!

5. Blue Cave & Hvar Tour, 5 Islands speed boat

Matejuška, 2- Croatia, Trumbićeva obala 3, 21000, Split, Croatia Speed Line
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On this speed boat tour we are going to see 5 islands and 7 locations. Croatia is best known as a dream getaway for a perfect holiday. It has everything to satisfy the fantasy of any vacationer. Most famous historical places , untouched nature, hidden beaches where the water is so clear that the boats in sea appear like they are floating in the air, not to mention the gastronomy, and this is just the beginning. One of the most popular boat tours is certanly this one, it is one of those tours that make you ask for more, and it is a perfect way to discover the undiscovered.

Inclusions: Use of Snorkelling equipment, Bottled water, Sun shade, Bluetooth music, Driver/guide, Insurance, Safety equipment, Wind jackets, Blue Cave ticket

Exclusions: Food, Beach towels, Take some cash for lunch and souvenirs

Reviewed By RahulBhatia1234

We went with Vedran around a few islands courtesy of Go Asventure. Wonderful guy with a lovely boat, sound system and and all leather seating perfect fit for seven of us. Gave us free Cuba libres on board, couldn’t ask for a better day out. Very reasonable price for a great experience. Best thing to do in croatia.

6. Full Day Guided Boat Tour to Hvar and Stari Grad

21000, Split, Croatia Bonaca

For lovers of the sea and islands, we have prepared a slightly different boat trip. We will visit the island of Hvar and its two great gems; the town of Hvar and the town of Stari Grad. With the guidance of a licensed travel guide, we will let you explore the history and present of these must-see locations

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Fuel surcharge, Bottled water, Professional guide, Use of Snorkelling equipment and Stand Up Paddle Board (SUP), Private tour, Towels and Wind jackets

Exclusions: Lunch, Entry / Admission Tvrdava Fortica

Reviewed By Ronda F

Toni is the best! We traveled for a week with him as our capitan and had an amazing trip. Highly recommend him for any boating fun,

7. Walking Tour through historical Hvar

Saint Stephen I., Trg Sv. Stjepana, 21450, Hvar, Croatia Fun Top Fun Lithuania

So little and so rich Hvar is like a diamond of Adriatic crown. The best is to start the visit from cathedral’s square renaissance bell tower which is an unforgettable sight in the evenings when its white stone illuminated by the last light of the day and you can see right through the structure’s narrow arches. From there you take directly to the St. Stephen’s Cathedral and then down to the Town’s “place” (central square) - the center of Hvar’s social world, with cafes, restaurants, shops and the 16th-century fountain. After a short rest in one of outside coffees keep going to magnificent Renaissance monastery with a beautiful bell-tower, and then visit Hvar’s Loggia, which once was the Venetian governor’s palace. Moreover, finish your trip with Hvar Town’s main square with a stairway leading to the Porta di Datallo. Can you imagine that it was a Venetian fortress from the 1500s? It is a great pleasure of real history!

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Reviewed By gatuno2

The food wasn't warm and the waiters weren't fast and serious . The restaurant looks cool but it isn't .

8. Magic Christmas Tour in Hvar

Trg Sv. Stjepana, 21450, Hvar, Croatia Vaiduokliai, Ltd

The exclusive tour only in the Christmas period! These special times brings magic in The Hvar city. Together with the professional local guide, you will visit the most beautifully decorated places in Hvar- St. Stephen’s Cathedral, renaissance monastery with a beautiful bell-tower, Hvar’s Loggia. You will feel spellbound with the charming atmosphere in the Town’s “pjaca” (central square), which you can feel only this time of the year! What is the story of the Christmas tree? Who was the first to decorate it in the world? What magical things can happen during the Christmas period? Have you heard about Christmas spells? You will hear miraculous Christmas legends about Hvar. You will visit the old-fashioned Christmas Market in the city near Porta di Datallo. What makes it so popular? What local products is must taste at Christmas? Fill your heart with the joy and experience magic of Hvar.

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9. The Best of Hvar Walking Tour

Hvar Port, 21450, Hvar, Croatia Vaiduokliai, Ltd

Do you know that the oldest public theatre in Europe is in Hvar in Croatia? It was established in the 13th-century arsenal building. Do you know that Spanish fortress on a hill above the old town was built at the beginning of the 16th century? It was restored many times. And now you can have a beautiful panorama view of the town of Hvar and Pakleni Islands from the fortress. History is calling from the 15th-century Franciscan monastery, Benedictine Convent, Hvar town loggia, and a clock tower. In this city, history is not just in buildings. Before you finish the tour, try to see if you can find the historic cypress tree in the gardens that have been here since the 1700s.

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10. Walking Tour around Venetian Hvar

Hvar, Croatia Vaiduokliai, Ltd

Do you know that Hvar was once part of Venetian kingdom? Let’s discover that together! The best to start the walk from the fortress- citadel on a hill above the old town of Hvar. Do you know that it was built in the time of Venice? This fortress dominates over the city and the panorama view from it is just breathtaking. From there you can take the steep stairway passing through the Porta di Datallo, head down to Hvar Town’s main square. Here we start from the church of St. Anthony, which was built during the Venetian rule. It has a distaff-styled baroque bell tower. Impressive, isn’t it? Then the theatre on the first floor of Hvar town arsenal. And monastery, where you can see exquisite works of high renaissance art by the Venetian painters Palma Junior and Francesco Santacroce. End your walk in Hvar’s Loggia, beautiful piece of renaissance architecture. It was once part of the Venetian governor’s palace.

Inclusions: Certified tour guide for English, Spanish, French, German, Italian

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