Croatia is a travel destination in Southeast Europe. Its capital is Zagreb. April and October are its two best months to visit, ranked on 1991–2020 climate averages.
Top places to visit in Croatia
Dubrovnik (city, Dubrovnik-Neretva) — Pearl of the Adriatic — walled Old Town, sea kayaking, and Game of Thrones filming sites.
Plitvice Lakes NP (natural, Lika-Senj) — UNESCO cascading lakes connected by turquoise waterfalls in a beech-fir forest.
Split (city, Split-Dalmatia) — Diocletian's Palace — a living Roman ruin turned vibrant Dalmatian city.
Hvar Island (beach, Split-Dalmatia) — Lavender fields, ancient Greek walls, and buzzing summer nightlife on a sun-soaked island.
Korčula Island (landmark, Dubrovnik-Neretva) — Lush island of Marco Polo's birthplace — fortified town, vineyards, and sword dances.
Rovinj (city, Istria) — Picturesque Istrian port town — coloured houses climbing a peninsula, Italian flair.
Krka National Park (natural, Šibenik-Knin) — River canyon waterfalls you can swim beneath — one of Croatia's most loved day trips.
Zadar (city, Zadar) — Sea Organ, Sun Salutation art installation, and the world's best sunsets (Alfred Hitchcock said so).
Brijuni National Park (natural, Istria) — Island archipelago — Roman ruins, safari animals, and Tito's summer retreat.
Mljet Island (natural, Dubrovnik-Neretva) — Dense pine and evergreen forests surrounding two saltwater lakes — a true hidden gem.