Croatia · Charming villages
The most beautiful villages in Croatia
Colourful houses on an Istrian peninsula, small medieval towns on islands, the island of lavender and spa resorts from the Austro-Hungarian era: the most beautiful villages in Croatia.
Updated 20 October 2026 · How we make our guides
Istria and Kvarner
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CroatiaOpatija
An elegant spa town from the Austro-Hungarian era, with villas and a seafront promenade.
What to see in Opatija
Dalmatia
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CroatiaTrogir
A medieval town on an island, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, a stone’s throw from Split.
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CroatiaMakarska
Pebble beaches below Mount Biokovo, on the Dalmatian coast.
What to see in Makarska
Islands
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CroatiaHvar
The island of sunshine and lavender, with a lively harbour and coves to explore by boat.
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CroatiaKorčula
A little Dubrovnik on an island of vineyards, with herringbone streets.
What to see in Korčula
Frequently asked questions
What are the most beautiful villages in Croatia?
Rovinj in Istria, Trogir and Šibenik in Dalmatia, and Hvar and Korčula among the islands.
When to go to Croatia?
In May, June and September: good weather, a pleasant sea and fewer people than in July and August.
How do you get around the coast?
By car or bus along the coast, and by ferry or catamaran between Split, Hvar, Korčula and Dubrovnik.
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Reviewed 20 October 2026. Dates and seasonal warnings: the same data the Bagintravel app uses. Sources and method.
Cover photo: Isiwal (CC BY-SA 4.0), Wikimedia Commons.