Dubrovnik and Dalmacija travel guide

Resort Hotels
The swimming pools, tennis
courts and other leisure facilities
at resort-style hotels will keep
kids happily occupied for hours.
Full- and half-board options are
worth considering, particularly
with younger children.
Swimming pool, Dubrovnik Palace Hotel
Cycling
Once you get away from the
busy highways and tourist resorts,
Dalmatia is replete with cycling
opportunities. Many hotels and
campsites rent bikes to guests;
some provide them free of charge.
Adventure Sports
If your older children crave
a little excitement, adrenalinepumping
white-water rafting, sea
kayaking, river canoeing, sailing,
mountain biking and organized
hiking trips can be arranged at
local travel agencies.
International Children’s
Festival
For a fortnight every year (June
to July), stages and public
squares in the historic city of
Šibenik (see p73) host lively
children’s theatre, music and
puppet shows. A tradition that
spans almost half a century, the
International Children’s Festival
appeals to younger children,
Croatian and non-Croatian alike.
There’s also an art programme,
including children’s workshops.
For more on outdoor activities See pp44–5
Top 10 Children’s
Attractions
City Beach, Dubrovnik
The banana boat rides are
always a popular distraction in
summer (see p42).
Croatia’s “Dead Sea”
Children are delighted to
find they can float with ease
in the salt waters of the Mrtvo
More, a sea-fed lake on the
island of Lokrum (see p94).
Bievo Grotto
On a sunny day, nothing
is more spectacular (see p84).
Beach Activities, Hvar
The beach just outside the
Amphora Hotel is a good place
to hire snorkelling equipment
and mountain bikes (see p84).
Spanish Fort,
Hvar Town
This 16th-century fort is a firm
favourite with all ages, and the
young ones can burn off some
energy on the steep ascent.
Split Football Stadium
Treat them to some thrilling
soccer action at the home of
premier-division Hajduk Split.
www.hnkhajduk.hr
Roman Ruins, Salona
Stimulate their imaginations
with a visit to this fascinating
archeological site (see p81).
St Ana Fort, ibenik
The kids can maraud
around this ancient fortification
while you take in the
stunning views (see p73).
Zvonimira, Zadar
The coastline stretching
south-east from the old town
has pleasant wooded parks,
and beaches with bathing
areas and diving boards.
Puppet Theatre, Zadar
If wet weather spoils your
plans, check out this fun venue.
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