Sibenik

Travel Guide
Krka National Park showing a bridge and a river or creek
This fortified coastal city, home to medieval landmarks, is a gateway to a breathtaking national park and the largely uninhabited Kornati Islands.

The ancient city of Šibenik is the principal tourist center of the alluring Šibenik Riviera. Admire the architectural treasures of a labyrinthine Old Town, which sits above the glistening Adriatic Sea. Bask in the sun at lively beaches, hike to waterfalls and sail around an archipelago of rugged islands.

Šibenik is one of the oldest Croat-established towns on the country’s coastline. Discover historic monuments while walking through the zigzagging alleys of the medieval center. Count the 71 carved faces decorating the rear walls of the Cathedral of St. James. Examine Venetian frescoes at the enormous St. Francis Church. Learn about the city’s long history at the Šibenik City Museum, housed in the 14th-century Prince’s Palace.

Spot aromatic flowers, herbs and medicinal plants at the Medieval Mediterranean Garden, inside St. Lawrence Monastery. Enjoy panoramic city and sea views from the ramparts of St. Michael’s Fortress. The Aquarium Terrarium Šibenik features multicolored ocean life.

Experience the centuries-old folk traditions of the Dalmatia region at Dalmatian Ethno Village. Watch bird of prey flight demonstrations at the Sokolarski Raptor Center. Hike or join a ferry cruise around Krka National Park, home to the magnificent Krka Waterfalls such as Roški Slap Waterfall.

Relax on the beaches of the Šibenik Riviera. Jadrija Beach, Plava Beach and Solaris Beach Resort are all less than a 20-minute drive from the city center. Catch a boat to Prvic Island or rent a kayak and paddle to the car-free Zlarin Island. Sail around the Kornati Islands, a mystically serene archipelago of about 140 mostly uninhabited islands famous for dramatic rock formations.

Located in Croatia’s southern Dalmatia region, Šibenik is about a 1-hour drive north of Split’s Resnik Airport. The town has a lively summer festival season, which triggers its nickname as the City of Festivals. Among the many events are the Fair in the Medieval Šibenik, Off Jazz and Blues Festival, Salsa Beach Splash Festival and Sweet Sound of Summer electronic music festival.

Where to stay in Sibenik

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Sibenik Old Town

5/5(4 area reviews)

Sibenik Old Town is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Sibenik Aquarium and Benedictine Monastery of St. Lucia.

Sibenik Old Town
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Plišac

5/5(3 area reviews)

Though Plišac may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Sibenik Aquarium and Cathedral of St. James.

Plišac
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Grad

If you're spending some time in Grad, Sibenik Aquarium and Benedictine Monastery of St. Lucia are top sights worth seeing.

Grad
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Meterize

When in Meterize, you can plan a visit to St Michael's Fortress and Benedictine Monastery of St. Lucia, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Meterize
Armerun Heritage Hotel
Armerun Heritage Hotel
4 out of 5
6 Obala palih omladinaca, Sibenik, Šibensko-kninska županija
The price is HK$932 per night from 17 Apr to 18 Apr
HK$932
per night
17 Apr - 18 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Sibenik. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and onsite parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
10/10 Exceptional! (49 reviews)
"Just loved everything about the time here. Breakfasts were fantastic, the dinners sublime. Highly recommended."

Reviewed on 24 Dec 2023

Armerun Heritage Hotel
D-Resort Šibenik
D-Resort Šibenik
4.5 out of 5
Obala Jerka Šižgorica 1, Sibenik, Sibenik-Knin
The price is HK$1,089 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
HK$1,089
per night
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Sibenik. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the room service in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (188 reviews)
"We had a great time at D-Sibenik"

Reviewed on 30 Oct 2023

D-Resort Šibenik
Hotel Bellevue - Superior City Hotel
Hotel Bellevue - Superior City Hotel
4 out of 5
Obala hrvatske mornarice 1, Sibenik, Croatia
The price is HK$1,046 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
HK$1,046
per night
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Sibenik. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Church and Monastery of St.Francis and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (145 reviews)
"Good location!"

Reviewed on 10 Jan 2024

Hotel Bellevue - Superior City Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Apartments and Rooms Adriatic Suites
Apartments and Rooms Adriatic Suites
3.5 out of 5
Sibenik
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Sibenik. Enjoy a refrigerator, a dining table, and a travel crib. Popular attractions Uspenie Bogomatere Church and Church ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2 reviews)
Apartamento muy cómodo
"Apartamento muy cerca del centro y con muchos restaurantes alrededor. La comunicación con los propietarios fue muy eficaz. El apartamento está en muy buen estado y el baño es espacioso. La única pega es el parking, tuvimos que dejar el coche bastante lejos para no pagar. Hay opciones de parking justo ..."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2021

Apartments and Rooms Adriatic Suites
Spend your vacation in this charming stone house on the beautiful island of Zlarin.
Spend your vacation in this charming stone house on the beautiful island of Zlarin.
Zlarin
Stay at this vacation home in Sibenik. Enjoy private pools, WiFi, and onsite parking. Popular attractions St. Nicholas Fortress and Dalmatian Ethno Village are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Authentic Perfection
"We could not have asked for better accommodations or host. The home is very comfortable and it was easy to cook and enjoy easy living when we weren’t enjoying the variety of bars and restaurants in the village. The home is nestled into the residential heart of the historic town so you will get a ..."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2023

Spend your vacation in this charming stone house on the beautiful island of Zlarin.
Jerry & Oli Apartments
Jerry & Oli Apartments
3 out of 5
11 Ulica Grgura Ninskog, Sibenik
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Sibenik. Enjoy free WiFi, a flat-screen TV, and a bathtub or shower. Popular attractions Church of St. Ivan and Church of Saint ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (8 reviews)
"Great location but the rooms need air conditioning. The ceiling in the bathroom is too low."

Reviewed on 16 Jun 2021

Jerry & Oli Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Sibenik

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
27 Sep 2019

Lots to see and do in this area, from site seeing history and culture to shopping and entertainment. I’d highly recommend Krka National Park, Vransko Lake and Dubrava Falconry Centre nearby for nature and wildlife.

5/5 - Excellent

SHM
22 Sep 2019

Sibenik is a hidden gem! and we've had a great time!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
19 Sep 2019

Absolutely beautiful place! There are a lot of hills and steps that you need to be prepared for to get the best out of it, but it's definitely worth it!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
28 Aug 2019

A wonderful city.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
27 Aug 2019

Sibenik is stunning. Small beautiful lanes of old buildings, local restaurants. Lots of boats rides to other islands on offer. lots of shopping if wanted!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
13 Aug 2019

We didn’t spend time in Sibenik, we just parked there to go to the island.