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Zadar in 3 Days: The Complete Itinerary

Three days based in Zadar lets you see islands and waterfalls. Here is how to spend three perfect days in Zadar — with the best-rated tours and day trips to book for each.

At a glance

  1. 1Day 1: Old town & Sea Organ
  2. 2Day 2: Island hopping
  3. 3Day 3: Plitvice or Krka
  4. 4Waterfalls & lakes

Day 1: the old town

Explore the Roman Forum, Sea Organ and a food tour.

Day 2: the islands

Cruise and swim on an island-hopping boat trip.

Day 3: Plitvice or Krka

Day trip to the lakes or waterfalls.

Zadar in 3 days — FAQ

Is 3 days enough to see Zadar?
Three days is ideal — the old town on day one, island-hopping on day two, and the Plitvice Lakes or Krka waterfalls on day three, combining culture, the Adriatic and national parks.
What is the best day trip from Zadar for 3 days?
The Plitvice Lakes are Croatia’s must-see natural wonder, Krka is the easier waterfall park, and the Kornati offer pristine islands; all are superb from Zadar.
How do I plan a 3-day Zadar itinerary?
Spend day one in the old town, day two island-hopping, and day three at Plitvice or Krka, booking the boat trips and park tours ahead in summer.