Sibenik

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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 ParkOpens in a new window, 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

Riva u Šibeniku

Sibenik Old Town

5/5(15 area reviews)

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

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Mandalina

While there might not be top attractions in Mandalina, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Dalmatian Ethno Village and Sibenik Aquarium.

Mandalina
Šibenik

Grad

While visiting Grad, you might make a stop by sights like Sibenik Aquarium and Benedictine Monastery of St. Lucia.

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Plišac

5/5(1 area review)

While there might not be top attractions in Plišac, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Sibenik Aquarium and Cathedral of St. James.

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Meterize

While there might not be top attractions in Meterize, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Medieval Mediterranean Garden of the Monastery of St. Lawrence and Benedictine Monastery of St. Lucia.

Meterize
Heritage Hotel Life Palace

Heritage Hotel Life Palace

4 out of 5
Kralja Tomislava 12, Sibenik
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Sibenik. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Popular attractions Sibenik Aquarium and Church of St. Ivan are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (260 reviews)
Would stay again
"This hotel is really, really, cute and the people who work there are incredibly kind, giving it a bed-and-breakfast vibe. It’s not your typical hotel… it feels privately owned and operated although it isn’t. The location is great and while there isn’t super close parking, I found the garage nearby ..."

Reviewed on Aug 4, 2025

Heritage Hotel Life Palace
Hotel Bellevue - Superior City Hotel

Hotel Bellevue - Superior City Hotel

4 out of 5
Obala hrvatske mornarice 1, Sibenik, Croatia
The price is ¥27,476 per night from Sep 9 to Sep 10
¥27,476
¥31,737 total
Sep 9 - Sep 10
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Sibenik. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (195 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on Jul 25, 2025

Hotel Bellevue - Superior City Hotel
D-Resort Šibenik

D-Resort Šibenik

4.5 out of 5
Obala Jerka Šižgorica 1, Sibenik, Sibenik-Knin
The price is ¥39,205 per night from Sep 15 to Sep 16
¥39,205
¥44,991 total
Sep 15 - Sep 16
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Sibenik. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room service ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (229 reviews)
"Very nice and Modern Look"

Reviewed on Jun 12, 2025

D-Resort Šibenik
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.
Obonjan Island Resort (film set of Virgin Island show)

Obonjan Island Resort (film set of Virgin Island show)

4 out of 5
Obonjan Island, Sibenik
Stay at this 4-star beach campground in Sibenik. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
7/10 Good! (38 reviews)
"Lovely island, very special place. Go if you want something a bit different, somewhere to unwind and connect with the beauty of Croatia,"

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2019

Obonjan Island Resort (film set of Virgin Island show)
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. Popular attractions Uspenie Bogomatere Church and Church of Saint Spirit are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (12 reviews)
"Very clean, comfortable accommodation Great communication"

Reviewed on Aug 11, 2025

Apartments and Rooms Adriatic Suites
Amadria Park Apartments Šibenik

Amadria Park Apartments Šibenik

4 out of 5
Hoteli Solaris 86A, Sibenik
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Sibenik. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Dalmatian Ethno Village and ...
Amadria Park Apartments Šibenik
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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