Zadar

Although this blog is about a town visit, unlike my normal adventurous ones, but I honestly fell in love with this town and I felt that I’ve to write a blog about it:) I can even admit this, and if you know me then you’ll know it’s a big deal…after a few hours of being in this cute town, I decided to abandon a hike that I planned in the area in order to have more time to enjoy this marvelous town!! What also makes Zadar special is that its off the radar for the typical tourists, mainly only locals visit this town, so it will allow you to enjoy the closest experience you’ll get of the authentic Croatian culture.

I arrived Zadar by bus, the bus station is located just outside the walled part of the town and its just a 10 min walk till you reach the old town gates and start your amazing adventure in this cute little town.

Similar to other old towns across Croatia, the old town of Zadar is pedestrian only and upon entering the old city from Kopnena vrata Land Gate, you arrive at Kapetanova kula, or the captain’s tower.

From here you will start walking the maze of the old town streets and get immersed in the true Croatian culture, so I recommend that you abandon your map and allow yourself to get lost in the city’s small streets and alleys. From Kapetanova kula, you can start your tour from the city’s main street, which is very narrow by the way:) and visit its beautiful squares and churches.

But the beauty of this town is in its small side streets and their curbside cafes and shops. These streets are so narrow and buzzing with local life that instantly lift your mood and make you cheerful…no wonder I decided to abandon my hiking plans:)

The town is so laid back that you can even sit on the curb and order stuff from a nearby café and enjoy the local environment around you

There is even a small local beach here that you can use to cool off from the heat of the sun during the day

At night, the town is lively and buzzing and locals tend to go out till late. There are a number of cute bars in the old town, especially by the sea, and some more local ones in the new part of the town (outside the city walls), but beware of your surroundings when you venture out there.

I bet you can sense my enthusiasm in my tone here:) I truly fell in love with this town and hope that you’ll too…so enjoy:)