What to see in Omiš – sights and landmarks

Situated at the mouth of the river Cetina, just 21 kilometres south of Split, which is 25 kilometres away. Omiš is a town with a special, very favourable location, which allowed it throughout history to defend itself against attacks, and today it offers a great deal for tourism and for the development of the town in general.

Fortica Omiš

It is adorned by stone gates of impressive dimensions, which today are also a kind of symbol of this town.

If you visit Omiš and want to look around historic buildings, good cuisine and similar attractions, be sure to visit the Fortica fortress, the Mirabela fortress or the parish church of St Michael. These are all historic buildings of which the locals are proud and which attract large numbers of tourists every year.

Besides sightseeing these buildings, in Omiš you can have fun at the Festival of Dalmatian klapa, or enjoy rafting on the Cetina.

Lovers of tasty bites will enjoy local specialities – frog legs and eels.

Rafting in Omiš - Omiš rafting

Rafting through the Cetina canyon in Omiš is certainly the biggest tourist attraction today. Of course, there is also summer tourism, bathing on the town beaches and enjoying the restaurants, but adventurers simply adore rafting through the Cetina canyon. This adrenaline sport attracts many people from all corners of the world.

The descent through the canyon extends over 2 kilometres down the Cetina and offers an unforgettable feeling with a special adrenaline experience.

If you are looking for a destination where you want to spend your holiday, eat well and try some more demanding sporting challenges – Omiš is the place for you.

Beaches in Omiš

Besides being known for adrenaline sports, Omiš can also boast long sandy beaches. Read about them, and while you study them and look for the best one for you, we will write a few more lines about the tourist offer in Omiš.

Perhaps the most beautiful beach is Mala luka Omiš (photos and location).

It is known for its numerous pebble and sandy beaches. The main beach in the town is sandy, surrounded by numerous restaurants, cafés and shops. It is almost one kilometre long, and it is washed by shallow and pleasantly warm sea. It is one of the most famous sandy beaches in the whole of Croatia. The entire Omiš riviera is dotted with many sources of drinking water, the best known of which is the cove Vruja. It is located on the eastern side of the Omiš riviera, between Pisak and Brela. Many say it is the most beautiful place on the coast of Central Dalmatia.

Choose accommodation and let yourself go

If you have already wished to come and relax in Omiš, we suggest you look at the offer of apartments in Omiš. Find the best place for you to stay and enjoy your annual holiday.

A holiday in Omiš will stay in your memory for a long time. Many people, once they have come, keep returning to this town in the south of Croatia. The beauty of the town, the enchanting canyon and the long beaches with clean sea are more than one good reason to visit us. Here everyone will find something for themselves.

We look forward to welcoming you, to pleasant company and your stay in our town. Enjoy yourselves and come back to us again.