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Trogir, Croatia

Trogir, Croatia.

Trogir is a historic town and harbour on the Adriatic coast in Croatia, with a population of approximately 13,000. Today it is part of the greater Split metropolitan area or conurbation.

Trogir is a jewel of a town encased in 15th-century walls. Tiny medieval streets wind through the enchanting town revealing hidden restaurants and eye-catching galleries. A wide seaside promenade snakes around the town, culminating in a charming port full of sailboats waiting to take you to the islands of Drvenik Mali and Drvenik Veli with their pristine sand beaches and secluded coves.

Stretching out from the main land of Trogir to either side is an infinite number of beautiful beaches. A pleasing blend of Romanesque and Renaissance architecture. Trogir is a delightful little town from which to explore Central Dalmatia.

Turistička zajednica Grada Trogira (Tourist Board Of Town Trogir), Trg Ivana Pavla II br.1.

Get in

By plane

Split Airport is 5 km east from the town. There are a few options to reach Trogir from the airport or vice versa:

• Bus #37 (Trogir-Split) (departs from the east side of the bus station). A journey takes about 10 min. Buses are scheduled every 20 minutes during the day and every 30 minutes in the evening and on Sundays. 13 kn.

• Taxi (in Trogir the closest 2 taxi rank is located across the road at the west side of the bus station). about 100 kn, but it's worth checking with the driver beforehand.

• Friendly local. If going to the airport from Trogir bus station then some local might offer you a lift for half of the official price. About 50 kn.

By bus

• Autobusni kolodvor Trogir (Bus station). The station is a hub for local, regional and intercity buses. Regional bus #37 connects Trogir with the city of Split and the airport and Kaštela – a chain of settlements along the Kaštelanski Bay.

By car

Trogir is in about 25 km (30 minutes by car) from the centre of Split.

Get around

The old part of Trogir occupies an island which you can walk around in about 20 minutes. For those who are eager to venture somewhere out of the town there are a number car rental options.

What to See in Trogir

• Crkva sv. Lovre (St. Lawrence Church). Famous for its spectacular carved portal it is a former cathedral of Trogir. It is also known as St. John's Cathedral (Sveti Ivan) after bishop John, who died in 1111.

Cathedral of St. Lawrence.

• Knezev dvor. A 15th-century town hall.

Rathaus in Trogir.

• Kaštel Kamerlengo (Kamerlengo Castle) (at the waterfront). This tiny 14th-century fortress was built to control access to the harbor and the bay of Kastela. . You walk on top of the walls and go to the top of the big tower and enjoy the view over the town. 25 kn.

Kamerlengo fortress in Trogir, Croatia.

What to Do in Trogir

Explore stunning beaches, spectacular islands with lavender-covered hills, small medieval and renaissance towns and Roman ruins characterize the intriguing strip of land that comprises Central Dalmatia. Warm Dalmatian hospitality and cheer is sure to capture your soul as you explore the quaint towns and old fishing ports.

In Poljica you can take peaceful evening walks free of modern day noise. In the village you can find a restaurant, shop and cafe bar. Peaceful place for leisure time on the reach of attractive destinations (Trogir, Split, Šibenik, etc.)

Eat

• Mirkec Pizzaria, Budislaviceva 15 (At the harbour), +385 21 883 042, e-mail: info@pizzeria-mirkec.hr. Good food at reasonable prices 60 kn.

• The End, Matije Gupca 10 (in the middle of the old part), +385 21 88 42 84. Charming restaurant occupying the end of a very narrow street in the old part. Croatian and Italian food, mostly seafood. 80 kn.

Sleep

• Apartments Hrabar, Put dragulina 19d (150 m west from the small bridge, turn right (north) and drive for another 400 m), +385 91 5041736. Check-in: 14:00, check-out: 10:00. Well presented first floor 1- or 2-bedroom spacious and modern apartments 500 m away from the centre. The air conditioned apartments are fully equipped and comfortably furnished, with internet connection, satellite TV and a large south-facing balcony. Access to a shared garden complete with furniture and barbecue, and private parking. From €50.

• Apartment Hrabar Longo, Gospe kraj mora, +385 20 435 555. Check-in: 14:00, check-out: 10:00. 65 + 20 m². It is for 4-6 persons. €45-112/night.

In the old part

• Roso, Ribarska 21 (close to the waterfront), +385 91 7243148, e-mail: maja_roso@yahoo.com. Nice and clean in good location. En suite bathrooms and air conditioned. 250 kn.

• Hostel Trogir, Trg Sv. Jakova 7 (Across the bridge to the Island of Ciovo), +385 91 579 2190. From €14.

• Hotel Trogir, Sinjska 8, +385 21 884 756, e-mail: info@trogirhotel.com.

• Palace Derossi, Hrvatskih Mučenika 1 (close to bus station), +385 21881 241. From 600 kn.

Go next

• Split – Just a short drive away, visitors may explore this intriguing city with its busy commercial port, residential houses, shops and restaurants all rising from the incredible ruins of Diocletian’s Palace.

• Solin – with its Roman ruins are also just a short drive away from Trogir and make an extraordinary day trip.

• Island Hvar and Pakleni Islands

• Vis and Bisevo Islands

• Green and Blue Caves

• Stiniva Bay (Wikivoyage)