Location: Ilok
Top Things to do in Ilok
Top Restaurants in Ilok
What to do and see in Ilok, Croatia: The Best Places and Tips
Ilok (Croatian pronunciation: [ilok]) is the easternmost town and municipality in northeastern Croatia. Located in the Syrmia region, it lies on a hill overlooking the Danube river, which forms the border with the Bačka region of Serbia. The population of the town of Ilok is 5,072, while the total municipality population is 6,767 (census 2011). The town is home to a Franciscan monastery and Ilok Castle, which is a popular day trip for domestic tourists.
Restaurants in Ilok
1. Old Wine Cellars
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 30 reviews
Reviewed By Gabriel H - Bellaire, Texas, United States
These cellars are located next door to the Odescalchi Castle (and Museum). The complex is formed by several buildings, including the historical cellars, the tasting room and wine shop and an outdoor cafe, in the shade, under some old trees. It is suirrounded by reasonably well kept Gardens, with a few romantic touches. it is a pleasant place to visit, so the River cruise groups stop here regularly. We visited with our fguide and the local winemaker gave us a guided tour of the entire place. Afterward, we had a brief wine tasting. We were offered four different wines, two whites and two reds. The whites were fruity, light and sweeter than we usually enjoy our wines. However, they were pleasant enough. The reds were also light, young and without much character. In fairness, we were not offered the reserve wines to taste, so those could have been better. The wines we tasted were quite inexpensive. Croatien and Slovenian wines can be found all over Europe, and they are well known for quality whites and low to moderate prices.
2. Castle Odescalchi-Museum of Ilok
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 22 reviews
The Odescalchi Castle is the central building situated in the medieval town of Ilok, housing Museum of the Town of Ilok.The Odescalchi Castle is an impressive building built on the foundations of the castle of King Nikola Ilocki from the 15th century. Nikola's medieval castle with the entire Ilok estate, which at the time occupied the greater part of Srijem, were given by Emperor Leopold to Pope Innocent XI Odescalchi and his family as a reward for their help in liberating Ilok from the Turks. The Pope's nephews, aristocrats from Italy, expanded the castle and changed its style. The castle was eventually rebuilt in the Baroque-Classicist style. They developed at the time very modern wine cellars beneath the castle and gave impetus to the growth of viticulture and wine production. After 1945, the Odescalchi left their Ilok estate, and their descendants remain a part of the Italian nobility, living near Rome.
Reviewed By Dan K - Braselton, Georgia
This museum, located in the old 15th century Odescalchi Palace, overlooks the Danube and presents the archaeological past to the present through the use of classical exhibits and multimedia presentations. Here in the rebuilt palace you can see the cultural, historic and social development of this area from ancient times through the world wars and homeland war, and view. the remains, repurposing and reconstruction of the palace and the town walls nearby that are no longer a part of the museum. The museum is located on two floors plus an attic and is very complete showcasing ancient times to today. It is filled with very informative displays and authentic re-creations. The same building houses the Art gallery and the Memorial gallery of prominent citizens.If you are staying at Stari Podum it is a five minute walk..One thing there wasn't a working elevator when we were there.
3. Principovac Country Estate
Overall Ratings
5 based on 17 reviews
Reviewed By Erohrv - Osijek, Croatia
We visited Principovas during our trip to Ilok and it was worth. View from this place is extraordinary and one can see a lot. There is a possibility to have a meal, coffee or something sweat, walk around or borrow bikes and drive around vineyards. Also one should try Traminac - local excellent wine
4. Medieval Ilok Fortress
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4.5 based on 13 reviews
Reviewed By Gabriel H - Bellaire, Texas, United States
Ilok Castle was at the center of a formidable fortress at one time. its location overlooking the Danube makes it strategically important. for that reason, Croatians, Hungarians, Ottoman Turks, Hapsburgs, Germans and Yugoslavians alternated control over it. It has been destroyed for a long time, and never restored or reconstructed. The remnants consist of a few stretches of thick wallsm some going down towards the Danube. The central castle has been restored and is now used as a museum.
5. Pro-Travel
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5 based on 2 reviews
Experience traditional Slavonia Ilok known for its wine brands and famous Old Cellars (15th and the 18th century) and its valuable archive of Traminer, Welshriesling, Rheinriesling... The restaurant "Stari Podrum", situated in the former old wine cellar, serves typical Slavonian dishes; fis-paprikas, Slavonian kulen, different types of sausages, etc. Top destination for wine lovers and gourmands.
6. Sanctuary, Church and Friary of St. John of Capistrano
Overall Ratings
5 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By Gabriel H - Bellaire, Texas, United States
St. John Capistrano (or Kapistrano) was a religious and military leader, who fought the ottoman Turks side-by-side with the Hungarian military leader Janos Hunyadi. He was a Franciscan friar of major influence and is credited with multiple healings in life. He was buried in Ilok, supposedly where the Sanctuary stands today. The Church and the Sanctuary inside, stand next to a Friary, which remains active today. The entire complex is on the land of the Ilok Castle, and historical castle of which only the main palace remains. This palace has been recently refurmished, reconstructed and today it houses the Ilok Historical and Archaelogical museum. The Museum is just a block or two from the church, so make time to visit both. The neo-Gothic church has lovely frescoes, both inside and outside, especially on the frontispice. Guided tours provide the best perspective of the historical significance of the complex. The view from the top of the belltower is spectacular.
7. Podrumi Kresic
Podrumi Kresic is a family company founded 11 years ago with the main office in Vukovar and winery in Sarengrad. The main activity is the production of wine of controlled Srijem vineyards origin. Podrumi Kresic use the latest production and wine storage technology. Its vineyard area covers about 20 hectares, with about 140,000 vine-stocks.
