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Hvar, the largest town on the island (pop 3,979), for many years an independent commune and major naval base of the Venetian Empire. The town includes the settlements of Brusje (174), Hvar (3,519), Jagodna (43), Malo Grablje (3), Milna (77), Sveta Nedjelja (135), Velo Grablje (20) and Zaraće (8).
- Hvar Town. Hvar Town is often the first stop for visitors and it’s easy to see why. This picturesque town, with its cobblestone streets and historic buildings, offers a charming introduction to the island.
- Pakleni Islands. Just off the coast of Hvar, the Pakleni Islands beckon travelers with their lush landscapes and crystal-clear waters. Accessible by a short taxi-boat ride from Hvar Town, these islands offer a tranquil escape from the bustling mainland.
- Lavender Island. One of the coolest things to do in Hvar is to immerse yourself in its fragrant lavender fields. Known as the “Lavender Island,” Hvar has been a significant producer of lavender and its products for decades.
- Fortica. A compelling thing to do in Hvar is to delve into its rich history by visiting the Fortica (Španjola Fortress). Perched above Hvar Town, this impressive fortress offers panoramic views of the town, the Pakleni Islands, and the shimmering Adriatic Sea.
- EXPLORE HVAR ISLAND’S BEST BEACHES. If there's one thing Croatia knows how to do well, it's beaches - and the island of Hvar is no exception! Over the course of our six weeks spent on the island, we 'researched' Hvar's best beaches and got to know them pretty well.
- EXPLORE THE PAKLENI ISLANDS ARCHIPELAGO. We both agree that the best day we spent on Hvar Island was when we hired a small 'pasara' boat from Hvar Boats and explored the nearby Pakleni Islands (read our guide to the Pakleni Islands here).
- LIVE YOUR BEST LIFE EXPLORING HVAR IN A VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE. If you're a fan of the Herbie the Love Bug, the VW Beetle with a mind of his own who always seems to be getting into mischief (aka basically Mark in car form!)
- TAKE IN THE INCREDIBLE VIEWS OF HVAR TOWN FROM ŠPANJOLA FORTRESS (HVAR FORT) Hands down the most picturesque view of Hvar is from high above the town at the Španjola Fortress (Hvar fort, or Fortica).
- Gorge on gorgeous gregada. Hvar’s signature dish of gregada – a stew of fish, potatoes, onions, garlic and top-quality olive oil – is best sampled in the historic Venetian surroundings of Giaxa.
- Party by day. Hvar’s après-beach scene centres around a formerly secluded spot called Majerovića, just round the coast from the Hotel Amfora. Inevitably more commercialized than when it was the main hangout for in-the-know locals, Hula Hula Hvar still rocks when it comes to sunset cocktails in a Bali-meets-Adriatic setting.
- Dine in a deserted village. Away from the hordes that flock around Hvar Town harbour, much of the 42-mile-long island is deserted, just expanses of pine forest and lavender field and the odd depopulated hamlet.
- Discover Croatia’s first civilisation. Hvar’s main port of Stari Grad is also the oldest town in Croatia. Here the Greeks settled from 384BC, naming the community around this safe harbour Pharos.
The Croatian island of Hvar is by far the most popular island in the country. The island of sunshine, lavender and beautifully clean beaches is, beside Dubrovnik, Croatia’s top destination.
Nov 12, 2023 · Discover the beautiful island of Hvar, located in the Adriatic Sea in the South of Croatia. This stunning location is known for its fantastic coastline, home to crystal clear turquoise sea, fringed with pebble stone beaches and cliffside staircases, making it the perfect vacation destination!
Welcome to the island of Hvar, home to the most UNESCO heritage of any island in the world. An island with more sun than any other in all Europe, the birthplace of organized tourism in Europe in 1868, and home to the oldest public theatre in Europe, dating back to 1612.
