Top Zadar Food & Drink

On this two-for-one, culinary-minded tour of Zadar, don't just explore the Old Town and its bustling markets—also shop for fresh ingredients in the company of a chef, and attend a hands-on cooking class. Begin the tour with a morning cup of coffee and short sightseeing excursion before meeting vendors and tasting what’s fresh at the market. Then, head to the kitchen, where you learn how to cook traditional Croatian dishes before enjoying the meal you prepared alongside a glass of wine.

Discover the untouched beauty of the Kornati National Park on this full-day tour from Zadar. Hop aboard your boat and cruise over the waves into the Kornati National Park — a haven of pretty islets, dense forests and soaring cliffs. Along the way, enjoy breakfast and swim in warm coastal waters at your leisure. Visit the Telašćica Nature Park with a guide and learn of the region’s diverse wildlife. Then, swim in Mir Lake — a salt-water lake near Telašćica Bay — and enjoy a relaxing lunch before touring the park in style.

Croatia is known for its spectacular scenery and one of its many outdoor highlights is Kornati National Park. Rather than traveling there on a large crowded boat, enjoy a more intimate alternative with this small-group boat tour. Sail from Biograd to Kornati National Park—with a snack and snorkeling break at Žut island, lunch and drinks at Kornat Island, and a short break at the picturesque Zizanj Island.

TRUE CROATIA STORY ENJOYING A DAY ON THE SEA...THE FISHERMAN WAY... Which day? Any day of the week you desire... Start? As early as you want or as late as you desire...we recommend leaving the Biograd marina/port between 9-11 a.m. to make the most of your day Meeting point? The local famous bakery Klara ("Klara Bakery Store") in the center of Croatian town Biograd na Moru (HR-23210 Postal Code), address Trg Petra Svačića 1 (next to the Biograd Main Bus Station) or at the entrance of the Biograd central marina ILIRIJA – or in case you cannot make either of the two, let us know and we will organize transport for you... Route & Duration? First decide length & type of your sea journey the local fisherman way – few hours cruise, half a day or full day cruise...check out these various options! Lunch&Dinner (the fisherman way – unique as never tasted before... including wine & beverages) Soft drinks & light snacks Local wine and grapes to taste Professional Crew (English & German Speaking)

Bypass the big tourist boats, and step aboard a 1960s motor sailboat that’s limited to just 12 passengers. Without the crowds, you’ll cruise from Zadar under Ždrijelac Bridge, around the Kornati archipelago, and back past the plunging cliffs of Telašćica. Breakfast, lunch, and stops to swim, snorkel, and try a stand-up paddleboard (SUP) are all part of the day-long cruise.

Discover Zadar in a way that few people get to, with a virtual reality walking tour. You'll visit eight of the city's must-see spots, using the virtual reality headsets to get a better grasp of how the city looked millennia ago. An assistant will be at your disposal throughout the experience, and you'll have an audio guide with information in seven languages to round out your tour.

Experience one of Croatia’s most beautiful archipelago’s during this full-day excursion to the Kornati Islands and Telascica National Park from Zadar. Consisting of over 100 islands, this area is perfect for a day of swimming, snorkeling, hiking, and exploring. Enjoy a personalized experience with a small group of no more than 12 travelers as well as lunch, snacks, and beverages.

Discover the beautiful Zadar Archipelago and spend a few hours relaxing in Sakarun Lagoon during this half-day excursion. Leave from Zadar and pass by stunning landscapes to reach the lagoon where you can swim, snorkel, and soak up the sun. Enjoy complimentary use of the snorkeling equipment as well as snacks and light refreshments included in your tour.

Take a break from the bustling city streets and discover a different perspective of the historic city on a family-friendly kayak tour of Zadar. Take to the Adriatic waters under the supervision of your guide, and admire views of city landmarks including the Sea Organ, Roman Forum, and Church of St Donatus as you paddle past, with free time included to swim and unwind on a beach.

Croatia’s Plitvice Lakes National Park and its lakes and falls lies northeast of Zadar. With this day trip, save the fuss of self-drive, public buses, and guided tours; and simply journey there and back with ease before exploring independently. Travel by air-conditioned minivan and enjoy ample time to experience the scenery, boat rides, and walking trails as you wish. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included; admission is excluded.

Very popular experience with friendly, professional skipper. Book in advance as it tend to sold out. Enjoy small group (up to 8 guests) sailing trip with friendly professional skipper. Get new experience, learn how to sail, swim and snorkel in a natural bay. Spend a day on a different way. Maximum number of people is 8 but the average is 4 people who book the trip so you'll have some full privacy. The yacht is a perfect choice for family as well as friends. We will set sails from port of Zadar, stop in a few bays to refresh while swimming, snorkeling or trying SUP. Zadar area is a perfect choice for newbies but also for those who have already sailed in this area. Lunch in not included but we will stop in a nice bay where is a small local restaurant (prices are very affordable). Come and experience the beauty of Croatian natural bays sailing on a beautiful yacht.

Immerse yourself in the amazing Croatian nature with this fun and easy canoe safari, enjoying pure spring water and magnificent Krupa waterfalls. Marvel at the Dalmatian nature and relax in canoe. End the tour by enjoying a snack in a local village.

The islands, sights, and bays of the Kornati National Park are an easy boat trip from Zadar. With this small-group cruise, swap the crowds and standardized sights-and-stops of larger boat tours for a more relaxed day of discovery on the water. Flit around the islands aboard a skippered motorboat: stopping to snorkel, go ashore, and eat at a taverna on route. Breakfast, lunch, and refreshments make everything complete and convenient.

Get acquainted with Zadar on this express walking tour of the city. Perfect if you’re short on time, the tour takes in the UNESCO-listed historical center along with tastings of local maraschino liquor and cheese from the island of Pag. You’ll hear the history behind the Zadar Cathedral (aka the Cathedral of St. Anastasia) and other landmarks as you stroll, and get tips for the best restaurants and shops to visit in town.

A tour designed for all the foodies who love to explore local cuisines. During a 3-hour tour, you will enjoy a variety of dishes from the Croatian coastal region - Dalmatia, ranging from traditional to modern classics, and find out more about local customs. It's a fun and informative tasting tour to the largest green market, but also local restaurants, and food shops in the very city center of Zadar. Piece of advice - come hungry!

The tour starts at you accommodation, where you will meet the driver and a tourguide for this experience. For short we will leave Zadar and drive bit on the south, while enjoying the beautiful landscapes of Zadar's hinterland, until we finally reach the entrance of Vransko jezero, park of nature at the small hill above the lake, called Kamenjak. An educated guide will welcome us there and tell a story abut the area, while we get to enjoy beautiful views to whole Vrana Lake, Kornati archipelago, Murter, Pirovac, Drage, Pakostane... We are not ready to drive back to Zadar just yet! On our way we will stop at the rural estate of ecological local producer of wines and extra virgin olive. The story about the estate, growing plants from gravel soil and production, we will get to hear while enjoying the wine, cheese, prosciutto and extra vergin olive oil, well know not only in Zadar Region, but internationally.

There’s no better way to learn authentic Croatian cookery than from a local chef. This private cooking class in Zadar delivers: with a market visit for ingredients and a hands-on lesson in creating a typical 3-course Croatian lunch. When your cooking is done, savor your meal accompanied by wine. Plus, as you stroll from the market to your class, stop to check out some of Zadar’s landmarks along the way.

Join us on beautiful experience. Over the course of the meal, 3 delicious dishes featuring fresh-from-the-market products are served. The menu changes weekly based on seasonal foods, and each course is matched with a generous pour of a perfectly paired wine. As you dine, your host will introduce each bottle and answer questions, and explain each pairing, offering tips on deciding which wines go well with certain foods. Pick up information on Croatian main wine regions, the types of grapes grown there, and the styles of wines they produce. Learn some oenophile jargon, delve into the concept of terroir to study how climate and soil impact a wine’s characteristics, discover what means what on a Croatian wine label.

Alfred Hitchcock visited Zadar in 1964. and said that the sunset in Zadar is the best in the world. We will give you the best view on it while serving you our best cuisine.

For those preferring physically less demanding way of enjoying the world of nature, the Vrana Lake Nature Park is perfect. Camp Vransko jezero Crkvine is the best site for a relaxed holiday in nature, fishing and birdwatching, right next to Vrana lake. Lake Vrana in Dalmatia is the largest lake in Croatia. The tour starts at you accommodation, where you will meet the driver and a tourguide for this experience. For short we will leave Zadar and drive bit on the south, while enjoying the beautiful landscapes of Zadar's hinterland, until we finally reach the entrance of Vransko jezero, park of nature at the small hill above the lake, called Kamenjak.

This excursion will start from your hotel in Zadar. Your first stop will be historical town of Trogir, 1,5 hours’ drive from Split. Trogir is a home to numerous well-preserved palaces from medieval time, protected by UNESCO. In the afternoon continue to Split (40 minutes ride), the old city center is part of UNESCO Heritage and is the most compelling ancient Roman monument in Croatia. After the sightseeing, the guide will accompany you to the famous olive oil bar where you will taste some delicious local products. Transfer back to Zadar.

This intimate experience gives visitors a genuine look into Croatian family life. Join your host Ana, a marine scientist who teaches conservation and biomimicry, for a meal in her Preko home. Take a small motorboat out to harvest your own shellfish, then prepare a traditional Croatian meal in Ana’s kitchen. You’ll also have time for a morning coffee, snack and swim before the class.

Most of the tours includes more navigating then enjoying the sea and we do exactly the opposite. We will provide you the best food and drink from local producers and make your day memorable.