Croatian places to catch the sunset
Despite the sun setting every day, it’s usually not until we’re on holiday that we take time to savour this natural spectacle. If you’re headed to Croatia, you won’t be disappointed with the skies complimentary light shows, which can be appreciated all along the country’s long west-facing Adriatic coastline.
No two sunsets are ever the same and whether you grab a blanket and settle on the sand or prefer to head to a bar along the harbour, this moment of fleeting beauty will be exclusive to you.
Rovinj
Filled with cobbled streets and coloured houses, Rovinj is regarded as the most romantic city in Croatia.
From the edge of the harbour you’ll enjoy stunning views of the charming old town and bell tower as the sun gently slips into the horizon. Along the pier are many restaurants and bars to perch outside, with small boats bobbing in the foreground adding a more scenic touch.
Pula
With its wealth of ancient ruins, you can be sure that the Romans enjoyed Pula’s spectacular sunsets long before you arrived. You can watch the sunset through the limestone arches of the imposing 1st-century oval amphitheatre overlooking the harbour, which remains a popular meeting point for locals. Alternatively, head down to the waterfront and watch the cargo ships disappear into the warm orange glow of the setting sun.
For panoramic vistas from out on the ocean, take a sunset paddle boarding excursion around Fratarski Island and Frasker Island, where you can gently glide across the calm water as you enjoy of the coastline and dipping sun.
Dubrovnik
The ancient city of Dubrovnik is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the Mediterranean, boasting marbled streets and baroque buildings. From the top of the city walls, visitors can watch the sunset over the beautiful skyline adorned with church tops. Or for a seated view, the Dubrovnik Cable Car up to Mount Srd also offers unrivalled vistas of the old city and numerous surrounding islands.