Top Croatia Culture in 2026

Make the most of your time in Zagreb with this guided walking tour through the city’s Upper and Lower Towns. Your guide will show you highlights around the city and tell you about Zagreb’s culture and history along the way. During the tour you’ll even go for a ride on the city’s funicular railway. This small group tour is limited to 15 people.

Get to know Croatia’s recent history on this group walking tour. In the company of your guide, stroll through Zagreb and learn about the city’s experiences of World War II, Yugoslavia and communism under Tito, and the war in the 1990’s. Visit WWII-era tunnels and see a multimedia exhibition about war.

Short on time in Trogir but long on stops on your sightseeing bucket list? This small-group guided tour lets you check off a range of the city’s top attractions in one fell (and fun) swoop—from Saint Lawrence’s Cathedral to the Town Hall to Kamerlengo Castle, and plenty more. You see it all through the eyes of your local guide, who shares their unique stories along the way.

Discover the best of Split and its 1,700-year history with an academically trained historian guide, for insights you won't find anywhere else. Along with a small group, explore on foot and take in sights including Diocletian's Palace, the Cathedral of Saint Domnius, and the Temple of Jupiter. Perfect for travelers with limited time in Split who want to get in some sightseeing.

The Plitvice Lakes National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage site and renowned for its dramatic waterfalls, glittering lakes, and lush forested cliffs. This admission ticket offers full access to the park’s hiking trails and boardwalks, so you can explore the natural wonders at your own pace. Also included is a ride on the park’s panoramic view, shuttle buses between the Upper and Lower Lakes, and an electric boat cruise around Kozjak Lake.

See Dubrovnik’s UNESCO World Heritage-listed Stari Grad, literally Old Town, from the Adriatic Sea aboard this romantic sailing cruise in a 16th-century ‘karaka’ (galleon) replica. Nurse a glass of sparkling wine and gaze at the horizon as the sun sets. Sit on the deck and gawk at the Old Town with its red-tiled roofs and thick medieval walls.

Experience the charm of Dalmatia with a walking tour of Split and Trogir, two of Croatia's most captivating UNESCO World Heritage sites. Your journey begins in Split, where ancient history and Mediterranean spirit blend seamlessly. Wander through the majestic Diocletian’s Palace, a living monument over 1,700 years old, with its labyrinth of narrow alleys, Roman temples, and vibrant local life. Feel the pulse of the city in Peristyle Square, admire the Cathedral of St. Domnius, and enjoy a stroll along the sun-drenched Riva promenade. Next, head to Trogir, a beautifully preserved town nestled on a small island. This medieval gem is a treasure trove of Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque architecture. As you walk its cobblestone streets, marvel at the stunning Cathedral of St. Lawrence, with its intricate Radovan Portal, and the elegant Cipiko Palace. Surrounded by ancient Venetian walls and lapped by the Adriatic Sea, Trogir feels like a storybook come to life.

Dive into the history of Split alongside a professor when you book this small-group walking tour. Go beyond Diocletian's Palace to explore medieval and modern Split with “Game of Thrones” locations, intriguing legends, and local life insights. Start at the Riva promenade, see the palace's substructures, Peristyle, and Vestibule, and discover landmarks like the Cathedral of Saint Domnius and the Golden Gate.

Plitvice Lakes National Park is one of Croatia’s natural wonders, but exploring with your own wheels means you have to keep your eyes on the road rather than the scenery. This stress-free day trip from Zagreb allows you to explore Plitvice’s natural wonders without the hassle of public transportation or renting a car, so you can fully focus on soaking up the splendor of the UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Dubrovnik’s location on the southern end of Croatia means it’s the perfect spot to explore nearby Bosnia. Set out on a trip from Dubrovnik to discover the historic city of Mostar in southern Bosnia and Herzegovina on this full-day tour. Take in the old town’s Ottoman architecture and stop for a bite to eat before heading out to explore the Kravice Waterfalls.

Stray from the beaten path and discover a side of Dubrovnik that’s usually reserved for locals on an electric tuk-tuk tour. Traveling by smaller tuk-tuk allows you to reach viewpoints and lesser-know spots that are inaccessible by larger tour vehicles. Plus, a small group ensures that you’ll receive personalized attention from your guide.

You can stroll down the Stradun and walk the wall of Dubrovnik on your own but it’s more meaningful if you know the fascinating stories behind the historic sites. This walking tour of Dubrovnik shows you what makes the UNESCO World Heritage site so special. Learn how to identify different styles of architecture, as well as the history behind the palaces, fountains, monasteries, and churches. Finally, walk the high walls and get a different perspective of the city.

Dubrovnik is known for its history and architecture, but appreciating its many sights can be difficult on a self-led tour. Forget the guidebook and learn from a local on a tour of Dubrovnik’s Old Town, exploring landmarks including the Franciscan Monastery, Stradun monument, Cathedral of the Assumption, and more. Enjoy the intimate perspective of a walking tour as you gain insight into the city’s far-reaching heritage and culture.

Admire the historic monuments of the Croatian capital and gain an insight into local life in Zagreb on this guided walking tour. Head underground to see WWII tunnels, tuck into street food specialties at Dolac Market, ride the funicular to the Old Town, and admire the architecture of the Zagreb Cathedral, and more.

While most Game of Thrones tours only visit the filming sites in Old Town, this tour takes you outside of the city walls to Lokrum Island—aka Qarth. A great choice for GOT fanatics, this tour includes the chance to sit on the original Iron Throne, which was given to Croatia after the HBO series was completed and is currently located on Lokrum Island.

Many of Dubrovnik’s “Game of Thrones” filming locations are easy to walk past without realizing. A guide leads the way through the Old Town, from Pile Gate to St. Lawrence Fortress (Fort Lovrijenac), pointing out where key scenes were shot and sharing behind-the-scenes stories. Extend the day with an optional visit to Lokrum Island, another filming location in the series.

Just because you might have limited time to spend in Split on your cruise shore leave doesn’t mean you have to limit your sightseeing wish list. This small-group tour of Split and Trogir is specifically designed for cruise ship passengers and ensures you see as much of both as possible without rushing or compromising on fun, relaxed free time.

Discover the history and culture of Zadar on this incredible walking tour through one of Croatia's most famous cities. Led by a fully licensed local guide, see the city's top attractions including its ancient Roman architecture, the Greeting to the Sun, the Sea Organ, and the Land Gate which famously forms a Triumphal arch. Choose from a morning or afternoon tour to better fit your schedule.

Get two experiences on one tour as you learn about Dubrovnik's history and visit a number of "Game of Thrones" filming locations. Exploring the city on foot lets you get up close to the sights, and you won't have to worry about navigating or getting lost thanks to your guide. Get incredible views of the Old City during built-in stops for photos on this 2- to 3-hour tour.

Explore Dubrovnik in a unique and fun way with a comfortable e-tuk tuk ride. Enjoy multiple photo stops at the best panoramic viewpoints, including Mount Srd, view point of river Ombla, and Franjo Tuđman Bridge. With a local guide sharing insider stories and flexible stops.

Seeing Dubrovnik’s Old Town—a UNESCO World Heritage Site—and its city walls separately can be time-consuming, but this guided combination tour brings both together in one efficient experience. Explore the Old Town with a guide, learning about its historic buildings and daily life from the Middle Ages through the conflicts of the 1990s, then walk the city walls for sweeping views of the Adriatic Sea.

Diocletian's Palace isn't a single building but a maze of lanes, squares, and cellars built into Split's Old Town, so it's easy to walk straight through without knowing what you're looking at. Join a local guide who leads a small group from the palace cellars to the Peristyle and Golden Gate, showing where the Roman emperor's retirement palace ends and the medieval city begins.

Discover Split’s highlight landmarks—and go on a tasting tour of the city's in-demand restaurants and eateries—on this half-day tour. Pick from morning or afternoon departure times and set off from a conveniently located meeting point. Explore the UNESCO-listed Diocletian’s Palace and discover its bustling squares and marketplaces. You’ll also enjoy classic Croatian dishes and drinks at five different culinary stops, from homey taverns to pastry shops. Come hungry, as the samples add up to a generous meal.