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Best destinations for a cultural or beach holiday in CroatiaCroatia is an up-and-coming holiday destination set on the borders of Central and Southeast Europe. The country has many historic and beautiful cities to visit, full of art and culture, as well as the scenic countryside, gorgeous beaches and seaside resorts.
There is also a wide selection of holiday accommodation available throughout the country, including bed & breakfasts, hotels and holiday rentals. When going on holiday to Croatia, keep the following two destinations in mind. Zagreb – Capital of CroatiaZagreb is the capital and cultural hub of Croatia and is home to beautiful Austro-Hungarian architecture from the 18th and 19th centuries. In Upper Town, the Gothic Zagreb Cathedral, with its twin spires is a worthwhile visit, as is St. Mark’s Church, a place of worship from the 13th century featuring a colourful, tiled roof, which displays the emblem of Zagreb on the right and the medieval coat of arms of Croatia, Slavonia and Dalmatia on the left.
For outdoor dining, visit the pedestrian-friendly Tkalciceva Street, with outdoor cafes lining the street or head to Lower Town, with the city’s main square, Ban Jelacic and many shops, parks and museums. Among the city’s museums and art galleries, the Mimara Museum stands out for its exhibition of paintings by the European masters, including Velazquez, Goya, Van Dyck, Rubens, El Greco, Botticelli, Renoir, Titian, Raphael and more. Visit the impressive Art Pavilion, which hosts a variety of art shows.  
Evening entertainment can be enjoyed at the neo-baroque Croatian National Theatre, which offers opera, drama and ballet and the country’s annual International Theatre Festival. Summer fun is available at Jarun Lake, on the outskirts of the city, which is popular for sailing and swimming, as well as a range of nightclubs and restaurants. In winter, visitors can partake in snowboarding and skiing on Mt. Medvednica close by. Split on the Dalmatian Coast
Split
is a popular seaside town, renowned for its beaches and a Roman complex
in its ancient heart. Resembling a fortress, Diocletian’s Palace was constructed
in the 4th century for the Roman emperor. The sprawling ruins include the
remains of over 200 buildings. Within the walls of the complex is a cathedral
and several cafes, bars and shops. Visit the Split Archaeological Museum
which has exhibits dating from prehistoric to Roman times and the Middle
Ages. Art lovers will appreciate the Gallery of Fine Arts which exhibits
works by several major Croatian artists.
Split’s
seafront promenade is known as The Riva and is lined with restaurants and
palm trees. The main portion of the beach is Bacvice, but there are also
a number of smaller, pebble beaches, including the Ovcice. For more outdoor
activities, head to the end of the Split peninsula to Marjan, a forested
hill with walking trails and churches.
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