Zadar Old Town Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

An aerial view of a coastal city with a prominent island featuring historic buildings and a marina.
An aerial view of a coastal city with red-roofed buildings, a marina, and a prominent church.
Silhouettes of people at a beach during sunset with reflections on the wet sand.
A historic square with illuminated buildings and a prominent tower.
A reflective plaza with people gathered, overlooking a body of water and distant hills.

Stay near popular Zadar Old Town attractions

A waterfront promenade with steps leading to the water, buildings, and a clear sky.

Sea Organ

9.4/10 (622 reviews)
You can find out about the history of Zadar with a trip to Sea Organ. Wander through the seaside and beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.
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Activities

Zadar: Speedboat Tour on 3 Islands with Wine & Snorkeling

Zadar: Tour to 3 Islands with Snorkeling,Wine&Optional Lunch

NZ$46
per adult
Zadar: Tour to 3 Islands with Snorkeling,Wine&Optional Lunch
Zadar: Sakarun Beach & Dugi Island Speedboat Tour w/Diving

Zadar: Best of Dugi otok-Saharun beach Blue Cave sunken ship

NZ$125
per adult
Zadar: Best of Dugi otok-Saharun beach Blue Cave sunken ship
Zadar:Boat Tour to:Preko,Osljak,Kali & Snorkel+ Unlimit Wine

4 hrs-Boat Tour: Preko,Osljak,Kali & Snorkel+ Unlimit Wine

NZ$80
per adult
4 hrs-Boat Tour: Preko,Osljak,Kali & Snorkel+ Unlimit Wine
Full-Day Kornati islands Boat Trip from Zadar

Full-Day Kornati islands Boat Trip from Zadar

NZ$110
per adult
Full-Day Kornati islands Boat Trip from Zadar
Zadar:Authentic Wooden Boat Cruise with Dalmatian Platter

Zadar:Authentic Wooden Boat Cruise with Dalmatian Platter

NZ$44
per adult
Zadar:Authentic Wooden Boat Cruise with Dalmatian Platter
Zadar: Sail, Swim, Snorkel & Explore

Zadar: Sail, Swim, Snorkel & Explore

NZ$159
per adult
Zadar: Sail, Swim, Snorkel & Explore
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Our pick of the best Zadar Old Town Hotel Deals

Downtown Boutique Hostel

Downtown Boutique Hostel

2 out of 5
4 Ulica Kraljskog Dalmatina Zadar Zadarska zupanija
The price is NZ$94 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
NZ$94
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Zadar. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an airport shuttle (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (262 reviews)
"Hermoso hotel en el casco antiguo de zadar, excelente ubicacion, comodo y limpio. Nosotros elegimos habitacion con baño privado, todo de maravillas, cama y almohadas super comodas ! desayuno a la carta incluido tipo brunch . Nos guardaron las valijas en el check out, y nos consiguieron taxi al aeropuerto, ..."

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Downtown Boutique Hostel
Teatro Verdi Hotel

Teatro Verdi Hotel

4 out of 5
Ulica Prokonzula Grgura 3 Zadar Zadar
The price is NZ$220 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
NZ$220
5 Nov - 6 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Zadar. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Teatro Verdi Hotel
Boutique Hostel Forum

Boutique Hostel Forum

3 out of 5
Siroka Ulica 20 Zadar
The price is NZ$104 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
NZ$104
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Zadar. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
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Heritage hotel Bastion

Heritage hotel Bastion

4 out of 5
Bedemi zadarskih pobuna 13 Zadar
The price is NZ$367 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
NZ$367
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Zadar. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (548 reviews)
"The staff were wonderful, extremely helpful and friendly. The hotel was great, very clean and located in a very cool old building. Our room had a great view of the harbor. The room was large and well-kept. The hotel breakfast, while taking a bit of time, was made from scratch and worth it. I actually ..."

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2026

Heritage hotel Bastion
Almayer Art & Heritage Adults Only Hotel & Dépendance Rooms

Almayer Art & Heritage Adults Only Hotel & Dépendance Rooms

4 out of 5
Brace Bersa 2 Zadar
The price is NZ$261 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
NZ$261
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Zadar. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (291 reviews)
"Convenient location with many dining options nearby. The room was comfortable and we enjoyed the included breakfast each morning which was very good quality. Friendly staff and checkin. Very quick walk to the sea organ and sun dial."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2026

Almayer Art & Heritage Adults Only Hotel & Dépendance Rooms
Art Hotel Kalelarga

Art Hotel Kalelarga

4 out of 5
Ulica Majke Margarite 3 Zadar
The price is NZ$268 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
NZ$268
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Zadar. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (362 reviews)
"Great location in old town. Fabulous breakfast Breakfast staff exceptional"

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2026

Art Hotel Kalelarga
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Our guide on where to stay in Zadar Old Town

Find the best Zadar Old Town areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Zadar Old Town
Learn more about Zadar Old Town
A coastal town with red-roofed buildings, a clear blue sea, and small islands in the distance.

Brodarica

While Brodarica isn't home to many top sights, Marina Zadar and Sea Gate are some notable places to visit nearby.

A beach with clear turquoise water, a sandy shore, and a row of buildings along the coastline.

Borik

While visiting Borik, you might make a stop by sights like Borik Beach and Beach Puntamika.

A stone pillar on a cobblestone path by the sea.
Photo by Mario Draskovic
Open Photo by Mario Draskovic

Arbanasi

While Arbanasi may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Kolovare Beach and City Galleria.

A coastal town with a marina, clear turquoise waters, and red-roofed buildings.

Knež

While Knež isn't home to many top sights, Preko Harbor and Otočić Krknata are some notable places to visit nearby.

Komoševa

Komoševa might not have many top sights, but Preko Harbor and Otočić Krknata are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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