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GETTING HERE
By plane
The nearest airports are Split and Zadar, with transfers and transport to the city.
By bus
Local, regional, and international lines from the city center bus station.
By car
A1 motorway, Šibenik exit, best routes, parking, and tolls.
By train
Ferry and boat lines to the islands of the Šibenik archipelago.
Getting around Šibenik
Public transport, taxis, and walking around the city—all options in one place.
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Why Šibenik
Est. 1066 and two UNESCO cultural heritage sites.
Explore and experience
Sights, activities, and experiences in the city and its surroundings.
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National parks, islands, and wineries within easy reach.
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the city is a stage
Events
Blog
Stories from the City
Gastronomy
Mussel farming in Šibenik
Rich in meat and nutrients, these shellfish are a gastronomic symbol of Dalmatia, the result of careful farming and ideal natural conditions.
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Gastronomy
Mussel farming in Šibenik
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Culture and Heritage
The Stone Heart of the City
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Culture and Heritage
The city of marenda and mid-morning meals
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Travel
3 days in Šibenik
Explore the heart of Šibenik over three days filled with tours of historic fortresses, boat trips to UNESCO monuments and nearby islands, and discovering the natural beauty of Krka National Park.
Culture and Heritage
The living heritage of the Šibenik region, a tradition that endures
The intangible heritage of Šibenik and its surroundings through customs, music, and traditional skills
Culture and Heritage
Šibenik waterfront: a heart beating by the sea
"I'll be waiting for you on the waterfront, when will you come to me, we'll enjoy the Šibenik night" are the lyrics of a famous klapa song that celebrates the Šibenik waterfront.
Gastronomy
Wineries of the Šibenik region
Explore Šibenik's wineries and discover the authentic flavors of Dalmatia
Nature and activities
Guide to all city beaches
An overview of Šibenik's beaches, from urban spots to natural locations by the sea and pine forests
Nature and activities
Inhabited islands of the Šibenik archipelago
Explore Zlarin, Prvić, Kaprije, Žirje, and Krapanj – five inhabited islands, each with its own character, unique features, and authentic story, all connected to the mainland by regular ferry lines.
Culture and Heritage
Krešimir's City - Guardian of Royal Heritage
On Christmas Day in 1066, King Petar Krešimir IV signed a charter in which the name Šibenik appeared for the first time. What does this mean for a city's identity?
Culture and Heritage
St. James's Cathedral: A UNESCO Masterpiece
For centuries, St. James's Cathedral in Šibenik has held the status of an exceptional structure, from the early records of Faust Vrančić to its recognition by UNESCO.
Travel
Travel to Šibenik by bus – direct lines from Zagreb, Split, Zadar, and Europe
Šibenik is connected to Croatian and European cities by regular bus lines throughout the year
Culture and Heritage
Šibenik today
Natural beauty, a Mediterranean atmosphere, and Šibenik's rich cultural and historical heritage
Culture and Heritage
Palaces and interesting details
Šibenik's palaces and stone details of the old town through centuries of construction
Media and Press
Congress tourism in Šibenik
A destination for conferences, business events, and incentive travel
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