What to do and see in Zadar, Dalmatia: The Best Things to do

October 9, 2021 Jeremy Dunfee

Zadar (Croatian pronunciation: [zâdar] ( listen); see other names) is the oldest continuously inhabited Croatian city. It is situated on the Adriatic Sea, at the northwestern part of Ravni Kotari region. Zadar serves as the seat of Zadar County and the wider northern Dalmatian region. The city proper covers 25 km (9.7 sq mi) with a population of 75,082 in 2011, making it the fifth-largest city in the nation.
Restaurants in Zadar

1. Zrmanja

Zadar Croatia +385 91 313 0010
Excellent
79%
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18%
Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 114 reviews

Zrmanja

Reviewed By benjamino916

Beautiful nature and fun activities. We went on rafting and had a wonderful time. The guide was very professional and polite

2. St. Roko Church

Bibinje Bb, Bibinje, Zadar 23205 Croatia +385 23 261 031
Excellent
50%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
13%
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4.5 based on 8 reviews

St. Roko Church

3. Sea Organ (Morske Orgulje)

Promenade Istarska Obala - Obale kralja Petra Krešimira IV, Zadar 23000 Croatia +385 91 339 2559 http://www.zadar.travel/it/guida-della-citta/attrazioni/19-04-2007/organo-marino#.Vx3ikjGE37o-author-of-the-Zadar-Sea-Organ.html
Excellent
65%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
1%
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4.5 based on 6,286 reviews

Sea Organ (Morske Orgulje)

Reviewed By 833lindab - Wolverhampton, United Kingdom

An enchanting experience whilst visiting Zadar was to listen to the natural music at the sea organ on the promenade and then watch the science light show after sunset, a lovely end to a perfect visit to this ancient city.

4. Paseo Maritimo

Obala Kralja vista sul canale Zara e isole Ugljan e Pašman, Zadar 23000 Croatia http://www.zadar.travel/it/guida-della-citta/attrazioni/15-07-2007/riva
Excellent
47%
Good
45%
Satisfactory
8%
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4.5 based on 447 reviews

Paseo Maritimo

Reviewed By peetajohn - Norton, United Kingdom

This is a lovely, relaxing walk around the edge of the city. You have rhe sea viwes on one side and the city on the other. Then if you continue around the end you walk on top of the old city wall overlooking the harbour area. From either end of the walk it is easy to cut into the city centre. We did it in the middle of the day so did not experience the sunset. An excellent stroll.

5. Zadar Cathedral

Trg Svete Stosije, Zadar 23000 Croatia http://www.zadar.travel/it/guida-della-citta/monumenti-storici/22-05-2007/la-cattedrale-di-santa-anastasia
Excellent
42%
Good
43%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
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4.0 based on 347 reviews

Zadar Cathedral

Reviewed By 629antev

Church is beautiful. I went up for a view on the bell tower. Amazing view. You can see whole Zadar and nearby islands. And its cheap. 20 kn

6. Church of St. Donat

Trg Sv. Stoshije 4 Trg Rimskog Foruma - Zeleni trg, Zadar 23000 Croatia +385 23 250 829 http://www.zadar.travel/hr/vodic/povijesni-spomenici/22-05-2007/crkva-sv-donata#.Vx3rVzGE37o
Excellent
40%
Good
39%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
4%
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4.0 based on 992 reviews

Church of St. Donat

Reviewed By jordanebeckforf - Dublin, Ireland

The church is very plain compared to a lot of others. Entrance fee is about 3 € and its worth to see on the way up inclouding the big bell. I would recommend and will visit again next time.

7. Zadar Land City Gates

Ul. Ante Kuzmanica incrocio Obala Petra Krešimira IV e Ul. Ante Kuzmanića, Zadar 23000 Croatia +385 92 229 3887 [email protected] http://www.oldtownparadise.com/
Excellent
42%
Good
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4.0 based on 1,151 reviews

Zadar Land City Gates

Reviewed By 72dujes - London, United Kingdom

Beautiful enterance to the city. Really interesting how well preserved it is over the years. Great place to take a selfie :)

8. Greeting to the Sun - Il Saluto al Sole

Istarska Obla Istarska Obala -Obala kralja Petra Krešimira IV, Zadar 23000 Croatia
Excellent
46%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
16%
Poor
4%
Terrible
3%
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4.0 based on 2,558 reviews

Greeting to the Sun - Il Saluto al Sole

Reviewed By AzzaOneill - Pula, Croatia

We got here early, sunset for us was 8.24pm so we arrived here for 7.00pm as it does get very very busy and we managed to find an excellent spot for the sunset. The lights were wonderful, we got some excellent videos and photos together and individually, it definitely worth a visit as you can see the whole town literally visit for this landmark as it is beautiful, you cannot miss this if you are in Zadar. We got here straight after sun set so lights started getting better throughout, but be warned as soon as sunset happens restaurant's become very busy as everyone is waiting for sunset before food, so make sure on what you want to do.

9. The Forum

Zeleni trg Crkva Sv. Donata - Trg Rimskog Foruma, Zadar 23000 Croatia http://www.zadar.travel/it/guida-della-citta/attrazioni/23-05-2007/il-foro#.Vx3o1zGE37o
Excellent
34%
Good
43%
Satisfactory
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Poor
3%
Terrible
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4.0 based on 497 reviews

The Forum

Reviewed By Isoza - Lichfield, United Kingdom

A great central place amidst the cafes, restaurants, bars, stalls and stores to see Roman remains amidst the tourist hubbub. Will send you online to read more about it or even visit the Archaeological Museum opposite.

10. Museum of Illusions

A. Poljana Zemaljskog Odbora 2, Zadar 23000 Croatia +385 23 316 803 [email protected] http://zadar.muzejiluzija.com/en/
Excellent
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Good
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Poor
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4.0 based on 324 reviews

Museum of Illusions

The Museum of Illusion in Zadar brings you a space suitable both for social and entertaining tours into the world of illusions which has delighted all generations. It's a perfect place for new experiences and fun with friends and family and it's unique in this part of Europe. Not only is it a place for children who adore coming, but also a place for parents, couples, grandmothers and grandfathers.

Reviewed By tomislavu2019 - Zagreb, Croatia

If you ever come across the city of Zadar you need to come to this museum the vortex tunnel is absolutely amazing and there is infinity room so much brain puzzles to crack it is absolutely amazing.

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