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Zadar
Croatia · ZAD
Roman forum, a sea organ, and Adriatic sunsets.
About
Zadar, historically known as Zara, is the oldest continuously inhabited city in Croatia. It is situated on the Adriatic Sea, at the northwestern part of Ravni Kotari region. Zadar serves as the seat of Zadar County and of the wider northern Dalmatian region. The city proper covers 25 km2 (9.7 sq mi) with a population of 75,082 in 2011, making it the second-largest city in Dalmatia and the fifth-largest in the country.
Source: Wikipedia — Zadar (CC BY-SA)
Known for
- nature · excellent
- affordability · good
- architecture · good
- beaches · good
- dining · good
Ratings reviewed by a person, not generated.
Weather through the year
- Jan51°F11d wet
- Feb53°F9d wet
- Mar57°F11d wet
- Apr63°F9d wet
- May70°F11d wet
- Jun80°F5d wet
- Jul85°F5d wet
- Aug86°F4d wet
- Sep77°F9d wet
- Oct68°F9d wet
- Nov60°F14d wet
- Dec53°F12d wet
Monthly averages from long-run climate normals. Bars compare months here, not places.
Things to do
Experience Zadar Archipelago with Antares sailing shared tourFrom $47 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Full Day Sailing TourFrom $82 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Private Boat Tour To Pakleni Islands and Red RocksFrom $545 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Private Speedboat tour "Hidden Gems of Dugi otok"From $196 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Private Full Day Tour | Food & Drinks | Kornati or VrgadaFrom $128 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Full-Day Tour in Dugi Otok with Stand-Up Paddle ExperienceFrom $113 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
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Plan the trip
Fly into Zadar Airport (ZAD), about 6.5 mi away.
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