Bisevo Blue Cave (Modra Spilja) Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience Bisevo Blue Cave. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Blue Cave and Hvar Tour - 5 Islands Tour from Split and Trogir

• Blue Cave & Vis Island speedboat tour from Hvar

• Blue Cave and Pakleni Islands group Tour from Hvar

• Blue Cave & Hvar, 5 Islands Speedboat with Luxury Seats in Shade

• Blue cave & Hvar, 5 islands speed boat tour with unique boats from Split

Adult admission tickets for Bisevo Blue Cave range from €12 in low season and €18 in peak season; child tickets are half-price. Many travelers visit on a day trip from nearby Split, and full-day cruises start at around US$90 per person. Cave entrance fees are usually not included with the tour.

Yes. A hidden sea cave named for its luminescent waters, Bisevo Blue Cave is one of Croatia's most memorable natural attractions. Access to the cave is by guided tour only, which includes a short boat ride, and it can be tricky to reach on your own. Consider taking a full-day tour instead and combine a peek at the cave with swimming, snorkeling, and sightseeing on the surrounding islands.

Per one customer who booked the Blue Cave and Hvar Tour - 5 Islands Tour from Split and Trogir, "The main draw of the tour was the Blue Cave, but when we returned to Split, we were left with so many other great memories! From swimming in the crystal clear beach waters of the Blue Lagoon, to the relaxing town of Komiza where we enjoyed breakfast, to zipping across the seas in a speedboat, to scaling the heights of Hvar's fortress, we had a very memorable, adventurous day. Maria and Maslo, our guide and boat driver, were wonderful and explained everything well. If you're looking for an island-hopping day tour with the perfect blend of sightseeing and swimming, look no further!"

Island-hopping tours are the most popular way to visit the Bisevo Blue Cave. Many excursions are by speedboat to save time traveling between stops, which might include Komiza, a quaint fishing town; Hvar, famous for its gleaming white architecture; and Budikovac, with its excellent snorkel spots.

It’s best to visit the Blue Cave to see its famous blue light between 11am and 2pm when the sun is at its brightest. Be aware that this is a popular time for visitors, so it’s likely to be crowded with boats. Sea conditions mean you can only access the cave between April and November.

No, you can’t swim inside the Bisevo Blue Cave—it is unsafe due to strong year-round waves, and swimming affects the clarity of the water. However, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to dive into the Adriatic Sea on island-hopping tours, which typically make several swim and snorkel stops around the other islands.

Tours of the Blue Cave typically depart from Hvar, Split, or Dubrovnik. From Hvar, you can take an island-hopping tour or the public ferry to Komiza on Vis Island, from which many small boats depart for the Bisevo Blue Cave. If you’re starting from Split and Dubrovnik, you’ll likely take a speedboat to save time traveling.

There are tons of fun things to do when you're done visiting Bisevo Blue Cave. According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions in Split:

• Budikovac Island (Veliki Budikovac)

• Plitvice Lakes National Park

• Peristyle Square (Peristil)

• Stiniva Cove

• Riva Promenade (Riva Split Waterfront)

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in Split.