Planning a visit

A few practical points will make a trip easier. Check current rules and prices before you travel, as they change.

When to go

• July and August: hot, busy and the most expensive on the coast.
• May, June and September: warm, with fewer crowds and a good chance of swimming weather.
• Winter: quiet on the coast, but Zagreb has its Advent season.

Getting there and around

Zagreb, Split, Dubrovnik and Zadar have airports. Buses link most towns. A car helps for Istria and inland areas, and ferries are needed for the islands, so book ahead in summer, especially if you are taking a car.

Money and language

Croatia uses the euro. The language is Croatian, and English is widely spoken in tourist areas.

Tips

• Book rooms early for July and August.
• Visit popular old towns early in the morning to avoid crowds.
• Wear shoes you can walk in on stone streets, and sea shoes for rocky beaches.
• Follow the rules in national parks.
• Stay on marked paths in the countryside.

Emergencies

The European emergency number 112 works in Croatia.