Šibenik

Lonely PlanetAug 10

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St James’ CathedralSight15th-century cathedral with a frieze of 71 comical faces.
St Nicholas FortressSightSea-bound fortification linked to the mainland via a walkway.
Barone FortressSightFortress with an excellent visitors center and interactive exhibits.
Elsewhere
Diocletian's PalaceAttractionSplit, CroatiaRoman palace maze with cafes, shops, and restaurants.
Plitvice Lakes National ParkSightPlitvice Lakes, CroatiaUNESCO-listed park with 16 interconnected lakes and waterfalls.
Hvar TownNeighborhoodHvar, CroatiaSeaside party town with beachside cocktail bars.
Korčula TownFerry terminalKorčula, CroatiaOld town with fish-bone lanes and cathedral carvings.
ForticaSightHvar, CroatiaMedieval castle looming on a hill above Hvar Town.
Pakleni IslandsAttractionHvar, CroatiaNearby islands accessible by taxi boat from Hvar.
Cape KamenjakSightIstria, CroatiaUndeveloped nature reserve fringed by pebble bays.
KutNeighborhoodVis, CroatiaNeighboring port town on Vis island.
Stiniva BaySightVis, CroatiaPicture-perfect bay on Vis's southern coast.
Marjan HillTrailSplit, CroatiaForested hill with lookout offering city and seascapes.
Kopački Rit Nature ParkSightKopačevo, CroatiaLarge natural wetland for bird-watching.
Trakošćan CastleSightTrakošćan, CroatiaMedieval castle with neo-Gothic exterior and romantic park.

Why You'll Love the History and Charm of Šibenik, Croatia