Zadar is a coastal city that welcomes travelers with a calm balance of ancient heritage and Adriatic simplicity. This travel itinerary ebook is designed to help you move through the city and its surroundings with ease, whether you prefer to explore on foot, pause at historical corners, or spend time by the sea.
Every location included has been chosen to reflect the authentic rhythm of the area and give structure to a free and personal experience of the destination.
The historic center is a good place to begin, with Narodni Trg setting the tone for local life. From the nearby Roman Forum to the quiet strength of Saint Donatus Church, Zadar’s history is visible in layers that stretch from Roman times to the present.
As you walk through these spaces, you’ll notice how architecture and everyday life intersect naturally—cafés next to ruins, markets near churches, streets that have changed slowly over centuries.
Saint Anastasia Cathedral rises nearby with its Romanesque lines, and not far from it, the old city walls still define the edge between land and water. These are not just landmarks, but elements that shape how you experience movement through the city—where you turn, where you stop, what opens up before you.
The layout encourages walking, wandering, and returning to the same spots at different times of day.
The itinerary also guides you toward the natural rhythm of Zadar. The coastline offers several beaches within easy reach of the center, each with its own pace, whether for swimming, sitting, or simply watching the sky change over the sea.
These are not isolated spots but part of how the city lives with the water, accessible and integrated into daily routines.
Beyond the city itself, the Kornati National Park invites a different kind of experience. A short journey from Zadar, it opens up a world of uninhabited islands, clear water, and marine landscapes that feel distant from urban life. Visiting the park adds a broader perspective to your trip, placing the city within the context of its natural surroundings.
