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Makarska - Tourism
The town of Makarska is one of the most popular tourist destinations of the Adriatic coast. It is situated at the foothills of the mountain Biokovo and here can be seen a beautiful merger of the mountain region with the sea. The beautiful beaches of Makarska, amazing nature, a great cultural and historical heritage and great tourist facilities offered here attract guests from all over the world.
Accommodation in Makarska is available in hotels, private houses, apartments and rooms and there is also one campsite.
In Makarska there are many beach bars and disco bars where guest can party till early morning hours and the most famous one of them is the beach bar Buba. During the summer season there are many cultural and entertainment programs organized in Makarska with many plays, classical and popular music concerts, Dalmatian choir concerts, exhibits in galleries and museums, poetry readings, folklore performances, Fishermen’s Nights, summer carnival and the evenings of Kalelarga.
The restaurants and taverns in Makarska offer excellent variety of traditional Dalmatian dishes but also serve international cuisine. There are also many pizzerias, sweet shops and café bars.
Sports enthusiasts can enjoy soccer, futsal, basketball, volleyball, badminton, tennis, handball, bowling, bocce ball, fitness and numerous water sports such as wind surfing, scuba diving, jet ski and surfing.
Nature lovers should not miss to visit the Nature Park Biokovo with many mountain paths and with breathtaking views from the heights of the mountain Biokovo that has sheltered the town of Makarska from both sea and land attacks in the past.
Makarska is situated in a great location for one day excursions to the islands and the other tourist destinations along the coast. Group or private boat excursions to the islands of Brac, Hvar, Solta and Vis are organized every day during the summer season. Private boat transfers are a great way to reach any destination on the islands or the coast quickly and comfortably. Guests can visit the towns of Omis, Split, Trogir and Dubrovnik also with a boat rental that can be hired with or without crew.
Accommodation in Makarska is available in hotels, private houses, apartments and rooms and there is also one campsite.
In Makarska there are many beach bars and disco bars where guest can party till early morning hours and the most famous one of them is the beach bar Buba. During the summer season there are many cultural and entertainment programs organized in Makarska with many plays, classical and popular music concerts, Dalmatian choir concerts, exhibits in galleries and museums, poetry readings, folklore performances, Fishermen’s Nights, summer carnival and the evenings of Kalelarga.
The restaurants and taverns in Makarska offer excellent variety of traditional Dalmatian dishes but also serve international cuisine. There are also many pizzerias, sweet shops and café bars.
Sports enthusiasts can enjoy soccer, futsal, basketball, volleyball, badminton, tennis, handball, bowling, bocce ball, fitness and numerous water sports such as wind surfing, scuba diving, jet ski and surfing.
Nature lovers should not miss to visit the Nature Park Biokovo with many mountain paths and with breathtaking views from the heights of the mountain Biokovo that has sheltered the town of Makarska from both sea and land attacks in the past.
Makarska is situated in a great location for one day excursions to the islands and the other tourist destinations along the coast. Group or private boat excursions to the islands of Brac, Hvar, Solta and Vis are organized every day during the summer season. Private boat transfers are a great way to reach any destination on the islands or the coast quickly and comfortably. Guests can visit the towns of Omis, Split, Trogir and Dubrovnik also with a boat rental that can be hired with or without crew.
Makarska - Attractions
In the town of Makarska guests can see:
- the musem of fish, crustaceans and mollucs,
- the museum of shells,
- city museum,
- galleries,
- Franciscan monastery and Malacological museum,
- Church of St. Mark,
- Shrine Vepric,
- Nature Park Biokovo,
- Botanical garden Kotisina on Biokovo,
- Monument to fallen antifascists in World War II,
- Baroque fountain in Kacic square,
- Monument of Napoleon and many more sights
The Franciscans came to Makarska in 15th century and their residence has been declared a monastery in 1518. The Venetians and Turks demolished the monastery on couple of occasions, but the Franciscans renovated it. Malacological museum was opened for public in 1963. It was established by theologian Jure Radic. In the museum guests can see numerous species of shells, fossils, collection of indigenous plants, collection Herbarium of Biokovo area and many more interesting things.
The Church of St. Mark is situated on the top of Kacic square in Makarska. It was constructed in 1700 and its bell-tower can be seen from any part of the town. The remains of St. Clement, who is the patron saint of the town, are kept at the altar.
The city museum was established in 1962. In the museum are kept many collections, drawings and copies of cultural heritage.
The Vepric Shrine was established in 1908 by the Split-Makarska bishop Juraj Caric who was buried in the shrine. Shrine is located in a cave with a statue of Mary, way of the Cross, chapel and altar.
The Nature Park Biokovo is situated on the mountain Biokovo. The highest peak is St. Jure (1762 m). It was declared a Nature Park by the Croatian Government in 1981. The church on the peak of St. Jura was built in 1968. There is also a mountain home.
The botanical garden Kotisina is a part of Nature Park Biokovo and has surface of 16,5 ha. There can be seen various numerous plant species, farmlands, canyon Proslap with waterfall, rockery and cliffs.
The Baroque fountain in Kacic square was constructed in 1775.
The monument of Napoleon is located in west entrance to the town and was built in 19th century. Napoleon had a great influence on the cultural heritage of Makarska and during his rule many roads were built connecting Makarska to the other towns of the coast.
From Makarska guests can join group or private boat excursions to the islands of Brac, Hvar, Solta and Vis which are organized daily during the summer season. Private boat transfers are easily arranged for a quick and comfortable transfer to any desired destination such as Dubrovnik, Split, Omis and Trogir. Boat rentals are available in Makarska.
- the musem of fish, crustaceans and mollucs,
- the museum of shells,
- city museum,
- galleries,
- Franciscan monastery and Malacological museum,
- Church of St. Mark,
- Shrine Vepric,
- Nature Park Biokovo,
- Botanical garden Kotisina on Biokovo,
- Monument to fallen antifascists in World War II,
- Baroque fountain in Kacic square,
- Monument of Napoleon and many more sights
The Franciscans came to Makarska in 15th century and their residence has been declared a monastery in 1518. The Venetians and Turks demolished the monastery on couple of occasions, but the Franciscans renovated it. Malacological museum was opened for public in 1963. It was established by theologian Jure Radic. In the museum guests can see numerous species of shells, fossils, collection of indigenous plants, collection Herbarium of Biokovo area and many more interesting things.
The Church of St. Mark is situated on the top of Kacic square in Makarska. It was constructed in 1700 and its bell-tower can be seen from any part of the town. The remains of St. Clement, who is the patron saint of the town, are kept at the altar.
The city museum was established in 1962. In the museum are kept many collections, drawings and copies of cultural heritage.
The Vepric Shrine was established in 1908 by the Split-Makarska bishop Juraj Caric who was buried in the shrine. Shrine is located in a cave with a statue of Mary, way of the Cross, chapel and altar.
The Nature Park Biokovo is situated on the mountain Biokovo. The highest peak is St. Jure (1762 m). It was declared a Nature Park by the Croatian Government in 1981. The church on the peak of St. Jura was built in 1968. There is also a mountain home.
The botanical garden Kotisina is a part of Nature Park Biokovo and has surface of 16,5 ha. There can be seen various numerous plant species, farmlands, canyon Proslap with waterfall, rockery and cliffs.
The Baroque fountain in Kacic square was constructed in 1775.
The monument of Napoleon is located in west entrance to the town and was built in 19th century. Napoleon had a great influence on the cultural heritage of Makarska and during his rule many roads were built connecting Makarska to the other towns of the coast.
From Makarska guests can join group or private boat excursions to the islands of Brac, Hvar, Solta and Vis which are organized daily during the summer season. Private boat transfers are easily arranged for a quick and comfortable transfer to any desired destination such as Dubrovnik, Split, Omis and Trogir. Boat rentals are available in Makarska.
Makarska - Location and Climate
Makarska is a coastal settlement located at the foothills of the mountain Biokovo. It belongs to the Split-Dalmatia County and has a population of about 13720 people. The inhabitants are mostly engaged in tourism.
Makarska is easily reached as it is located by the Adriatic state road D8. The nearest airpost is located in Split.
The distances from Cavtat to the other Croatian and European cities are:
- Split 61 km,
- Dubrovnik 152 km,
- Zadar 204 km,
- Rijeka 460 km,
- Pula 566 km,
- Zagreb 456 km,
- Ljubljana 513 km,
- Vienna 811 km,
- Budapest 796 km,
- Belgrade 845 km,
- Milano 954 km,
- Genova 1077 km,
- Berlin 1509 km.
The climate in Makarska is Mediterranean. The summer season is hot and dry and the winters are mild and rainy.
Group or private boat excursions can be joined from Makarska to visit the islands of Brac, Hvar, Solta and Vis. These tours are organized frequently in the summer. Private boat transfers are also available for a quick transfer to the destination such as Dubrovnik, Split, Omis and Trogir. Boat rentals services are available.
Makarska is easily reached as it is located by the Adriatic state road D8. The nearest airpost is located in Split.
The distances from Cavtat to the other Croatian and European cities are:
- Split 61 km,
- Dubrovnik 152 km,
- Zadar 204 km,
- Rijeka 460 km,
- Pula 566 km,
- Zagreb 456 km,
- Ljubljana 513 km,
- Vienna 811 km,
- Budapest 796 km,
- Belgrade 845 km,
- Milano 954 km,
- Genova 1077 km,
- Berlin 1509 km.
The climate in Makarska is Mediterranean. The summer season is hot and dry and the winters are mild and rainy.
Group or private boat excursions can be joined from Makarska to visit the islands of Brac, Hvar, Solta and Vis. These tours are organized frequently in the summer. Private boat transfers are also available for a quick transfer to the destination such as Dubrovnik, Split, Omis and Trogir. Boat rentals services are available.
Makarska - Useful tips
Accommodation in Makarska is available in hotels, private houses, apartments and rooms and there is also one campsite.
Tourist association of Makarska city +385(0)21 612 002
Airport Split +385(0)21 203 555
Bus Terminal Split +385(0)60 327 777
Jadronilija Split +385(0)21 338 333
Airport Dubrovnik +385(0)20 773 100
Bus terminal Dubrovnik +385(0)60 305 070
Jadrolinija Dubrovnik +385 20 418 000
General information 18981
Information on phone numbers in Croatia 11888
Information on international phone numbers 11802
Weather Forecast and Road Conditions +385(0)60 520 520
Croatia Traffic Info 0800 9987
Road assistance 987
Emergency number 112
Police 192
Fire department 193
Ambulance 194
Road help 987
Sea help 9155
Group or private boat excursions to visit the islands of Brac, Hvar, Solta and Vis are organized often during the summer and can be joined from Makarska. Private boat transfers are available for a transfer by sea to the destination of Dubrovnik, Split, Omis and Trogir. Boat rentals are available and boats can be rented with or without crew provided the guest has a valid skipper’s license.
Tourist association of Makarska city +385(0)21 612 002
Airport Split +385(0)21 203 555
Bus Terminal Split +385(0)60 327 777
Jadronilija Split +385(0)21 338 333
Airport Dubrovnik +385(0)20 773 100
Bus terminal Dubrovnik +385(0)60 305 070
Jadrolinija Dubrovnik +385 20 418 000
General information 18981
Information on phone numbers in Croatia 11888
Information on international phone numbers 11802
Weather Forecast and Road Conditions +385(0)60 520 520
Croatia Traffic Info 0800 9987
Road assistance 987
Emergency number 112
Police 192
Fire department 193
Ambulance 194
Road help 987
Sea help 9155
Group or private boat excursions to visit the islands of Brac, Hvar, Solta and Vis are organized often during the summer and can be joined from Makarska. Private boat transfers are available for a transfer by sea to the destination of Dubrovnik, Split, Omis and Trogir. Boat rentals are available and boats can be rented with or without crew provided the guest has a valid skipper’s license.
Makarska - History
The first inhabitants of the area where Makarska is located today were the Illyrians who formed a settlement called Muccurum in the 4th century.
Makarska was first mentioned in written records in a document dating from the 16th century.
The great battle of Makarska took place on September 18th 887 between the Venetian Republic and the Neretva Principality. The people of Neretva won the battle. After the fall of the Ottoman empire Makarska fell under the rule of the Venetian Republic and later of the Habsburg Monarchy.
By the beginning of the 19th century Napoleon took over Makarska and he ensouraged cultural development and built roads that connected Makarska to the other coastal settlements. A monument to Napoleon was built at the west entrance to the town. Even though Napoleon is to be thanked for the cultural development and the traffic connection of Makarska to the other cities, it was the Austro-Hungarian rule that started developing tourism in this region.
Makarska was first mentioned in written records in a document dating from the 16th century.
The great battle of Makarska took place on September 18th 887 between the Venetian Republic and the Neretva Principality. The people of Neretva won the battle. After the fall of the Ottoman empire Makarska fell under the rule of the Venetian Republic and later of the Habsburg Monarchy.
By the beginning of the 19th century Napoleon took over Makarska and he ensouraged cultural development and built roads that connected Makarska to the other coastal settlements. A monument to Napoleon was built at the west entrance to the town. Even though Napoleon is to be thanked for the cultural development and the traffic connection of Makarska to the other cities, it was the Austro-Hungarian rule that started developing tourism in this region.
Makarska - Interesting Facts
It is assumed that Makarska got its name after the nearby village of Makru. The name Makar is derived from the Phoenician word for purple (mucar). The sea of Makarska abounds with murex which is a type of sea snail Phoenicians used for producing purple color.
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