Explore Hvar

Hvar, a lush and tranquil Croatian island found in the Adriatic sea, is known for it,s scenic coves,vineyards, picturesque beaches and forests.It is well-known as a summer resort and hosts inland lavender fields, 13th-century walls, a hilltop fortress and a main square anchored by the Renaissance-era Hvar Cathedral.

Language Spoken
Language Spoken
Croatian; Italian; English are languages spoken on Hvar.
Currency & Time Zone
Currency & Time Zone
Croatian Kuna (HKR)
UTC+00:00
Cuisine
Cuisine
Meals
Inexpensive Restaurant meal 112,89 HRK, Mid-range Restaurant meal 903,14 HRK, Combo Meal 60,13 HRK
Drinks
Cappuccino 16 HRK, Banana milk 45 HRK, Hot Monaco 49 HRK, Stella Artois 47 HRK, Coca-Cola/Fanta/ Sprite 35 HRK, Ice tea 35 HRK, Jameson Irish Whiskey 47 HRK, Plavak 485 HRK, Whispering Angel 895 HRK, Rum Cola 75 HRK, Vodka Redbull 80 HRK
Transportation
Transportation
Taxis
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff) 22,61 HRK, Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff) 7,54 HRK, Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff) 67,83 HRK
General Transport
Buses ask for 27 HRK for a one-way trip, car rentals ask for 350 HRK per day, Scooters or Mopeds go for 250 HRK per day, the Water Taxi asks for 15 HRK to transport you from the Stari Grad Harbour to the ferry

Things to do in Hvar

St.Stephen,s Cathedral will give any visitor lasting memories, from the white-stoned renaissance bell tower, to the artworks held within.The central plaza leading away from it is the social centre to the whole town, with restaurants and cafes dotting the area.Inside the Franciscan Monastery more renaissance artwork can be found, among them a massive display of The Last Supper.

Medical Precautions

Medical Precautions

Recommended Vaccines

(Croatia) The following Vaccines are recommended when traveling to Croatia:

  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B and Rabies.The following vaccines are taken routinely when coming to Croatia: Measles Mumps Rubella (MMR)
  • TDAP (Tetanus
  • Diphtheria & Pertussis)
  • Chickenpox
  • Shingles
  • Pneumonia
  • Influenza
  • Meningitis and Polio.
Top 10 Packing Essentials

Top 10 Packing Essentials

  • (Croatia) Universal Power Adapter
  • Neck Wallet
  • Water Shoes
  • Travel Insurance for Croatia
  • Flats/Sandals
  • LifeStraw Water Bottle
  • Windproof Travel Umbrella
  • Sunglasses
  • Camera
  • Sunscreen and a First Aid Kit.
Passports & Visa Information

Passports & Visa Information

(Croatia) All visitors who are holders of valid Schengen documents; as well as of the national visas and residence permits of Bulgaria; Cyprus; and Romania do not require an additional (Croatian) visa to enter Croatia.