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Zadar in 2 Days: The Ideal Itinerary

Two days in Zadar lets you add the islands. This 2-day itinerary covers the old town on day one and island-hopping on day two — with the top-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Day 1: Old town & Sea Organ
  2. 2Day 2: Island hopping
  3. 3Swim & snorkel
  4. 4Sunset by the sea

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.

Evenings: the waterfront

Enjoy the Sea Organ, Sun Salutation and seafood.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Zadar — prices per person.

Zadar Authentic Food & Wine Walking Tour by Šušur
Zadar
Zadar Authentic Food & Wine Walking Tour by Šušur
5.0(140)·2 hours
from$64/ person
via Viator
Boat Tour to the Zadar Islands
Zadar
Boat Tour to the Zadar Islands
5.0(33)·4 hours
from$33/ person
via Viator
Full-Day Private Tour of Plitvice Lakes National Park from Zadar
Zadar
Full-Day Private Tour of Plitvice Lakes National Park from Zadar
5.0(35)·8 hours
from$232/ person
via Viator
Small-Group Dubrovnik Old Town Walking Tour – Morning/Afternoon
Dubrovnik
Small-Group Dubrovnik Old Town Walking Tour – Morning/Afternoon
5.0(47)·2 hours
from$23/ person
via Viator
Zadar : Traditional Boat Half Day Island Hopping
Zadar
Zadar : Traditional Boat Half Day Island Hopping
5.0(13)·4 hours
from$41/ person
via Viator
Full-Day Tour of Plitvice Lakes National Park from Zadar
Zadar
Full-Day Tour of Plitvice Lakes National Park from Zadar
5.0(64)·8 hours
from$151/ person
via Viator
NEW! Zadar Traditional Boat Ride & Old Town Walking Tour by Šušur
Zadar
NEW! Zadar Traditional Boat Ride & Old Town Walking Tour by Šušur
5.0(25)·2 hours
from$46/ person
via Viator
Zadar: 3 Island Hopping Tour With Snorkeling or Sunset Swim Tour
Zadar
Zadar: 3 Island Hopping Tour With Snorkeling or Sunset Swim Tour
5.0(222)·4 hours
from$23/ person
via Viator

Zadar in 2 days — FAQ

Is 2 days enough for Zadar?
Two days covers the old town — the Roman Forum, Sea Organ and a food tour — on day one, and an island-hopping boat trip on day two, a great mix of culture and the Adriatic.
What should I not miss in 2 days in Zadar?
The Roman Forum and St Donatus, the Sea Organ and Sun Salutation at sunset, a food tour, and an island-hopping or Kornati boat trip.
Are Zadar island trips worth it?
Absolutely — with crystal-clear water, hidden beaches, caves and stunning islands like Dugi Otok and the Kornati, an island-hopping boat trip is the highlight of a Zadar visit.

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