Croatia's Best Beaches, Coast and Islands

Curated bymartina-ri11 cardsUpdated Jul 2026
A curated guide to Croatia's best beaches, from the iconic shape-shifting Zlatni Rat to hidden island coves and city beaches. Start with the official tourist board and big-publisher overviews, then go deep by region: Hvar and Vis for island escapes, Istria's pebbly north, Split and Dubrovnik for a swim inside city limits, and Zrce if you came to party. Every link verified live and current as of mid-2026.
The best beaches in Croatia - sandy and rocky beaches of the Adriatic
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The best beaches in Croatia - sandy and rocky beaches of the Adriatic

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The best beaches in Croatia

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The best beaches in Croatia | Our top picks | Rough Guides
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The best beaches in Croatia | Our top picks | Rough Guides

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Zlatni Rat Beach Overview
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Zlatni Rat Beach Overview

Zlatni Rat is a famous beach located on the southern coast of Croatia, known for its unique shape and stunning natural beauty. The beach is a popular destination for tourists and offers various activities such as windsurfing, swimming, and sunbathing.

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Hvar's Best Beaches You Can’t Miss This Summer (2026)

We spent six weeks swimming every beach on Hvar. Here's every one worth your time, from the hidden south coast coves to the Pakleni Islands, honestly ranked for 2026.

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The 5 Best Beaches on Vis, Croatia's Most Distant Inhabited Island
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The 5 Best Beaches on Vis, Croatia's Most Distant Inhabited Island

Our search for the best beaches in Croatia leads us to the most far-flung inhabited island. Here are the 5 best beaches on Vis.

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I have spent the last several years exploring Istria in order to put together a list of the very best beaches in Istria. Find them here.

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Split Beaches: 10 Best Beaches in Split, Croatia - Jetsetting Fools
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Split Beaches: 10 Best Beaches in Split, Croatia - Jetsetting Fools

The shoreline around Split, Croatia is marked with incredible beaches. Find out our picks for the 10 Best Split Beaches!

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Banje Beach: stunning views of Old Town Dubrovnik and Lokrum
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Banje Beach: stunning views of Old Town Dubrovnik and Lokrum

Banje beach is the most attractive pebble beach in Dubrovnik, offering a beautiful view on Dubrovnik Old Town and the City Walls. Don't miss the sunsets.

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Zrce Beach - A Premier Party Destination
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The Zrce lifestyle is freedom, music, dancing and carefree time. The Zrce Beach on the Croatian island Pag is one of the best party beaches in the world.

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If you are planning a trip to Brač, Zlatni Rat is one of those places worth experiencing at least once. This guide provides essential information about the beach, activities, and tips for visitors.

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