Makarska is a town in Croatia, located in Split-Dalmatia County. It lies at the foot of the high mountain Biokovo, and it is the centre of the Makarska Riviera.
The Makarska Riviera stretches from Brela in the north all the way to Gradac in the south of our coast.
The economic and social importance of Makarska has brought this town to the position it holds today. As a town, Makarska occupies the central position of this microregion, the Makarska Riviera, and is the centre of tourist activity on this part of the coast.
Today the town is the second largest economic and demographic centre of central Dalmatia, right after Split. The Makarska Riviera is today called the Makarska Riviera, and all of this thanks to the merits we have already mentioned. Since we have touched upon the Makarska Riviera, we must write that it is truly a beautiful part of our coast, which attracts a growing number of guests from every corner of the world each year.
The town itself relies on Mount Biokovo, which is a natural barrier with continental Croatia. On its seaward side Makarska is adorned with the most beautiful beaches and bathed in the crystal-blue colours of the Adriatic Sea.
See the beaches in Makarska
The main economic activity of Makarska is tourism. The town itself and the suburban settlements earn most of their income from tourist overnight stays. A large number of luxury hotels in Makarska are full to the last bed every season, as are the private accommodations, of which there are very many.
The tourist offer is rich, and the beauty of the Makarska Riviera is indescribable, which is why such a large number of guests come here every year. Private apartments in Makarska are sold out right at the very beginning of the season. To secure your share in this town, be sure to plan ahead and book in good time.
Today this small town has become one of the best-known tourist destinations on the Croatian coast. It is attractive for its natural and climatic features, its varied tourist offer and its hospitable hosts. Simply put, people love to come to Makarska.
Makarska has a little over 13 thousand inhabitants. That is not many, yet throughout the season several hundred thousand people pass through this small town. At one point Makarska becomes the capital of the region and the centre of events in that area. Makarska is the proud owner of numerous awards in the fields of tourism, urban and environmental care, and the quality and variety of its catering and tourist services. It is a town that lives primarily from tourism and for tourism. Makarska is said to be a town of youth, sport and entertainment.
Even from the introductory text it is easy to conclude how much Makarska contributes to tourism in the region and in the whole of Croatia. This town is one of the better-known centres for tourist arrangements, travel and pleasure at sea or in the nearby natural beauties.
Varied programmes and events, concerts and exhibitions are held in Makarska every season. Summer Culture is a varied programme adapted to seasonal guests, so that their arrival remains in the best possible memory and they experience an unforgettable time.
When you come to Makarska, for your overnight stay you can choose something from the rich hotel offer, private accommodation or nearby auto-camps. For a gastronomic treat, visit one of the restaurants, or a konoba furnished in the Dalmatian style, just like the konobas of long ago.
'In the tourist offer of Makarska we must certainly mention the many beer halls, pizzerias, caffe-bars, confectioneries and all other establishments of a similar kind. There are really very many of them, so choose your favourite corner for a rest with a tasty meal or a refreshing drink.'
A town of rich history certainly has much to offer. To explore Makarska, we suggest you start at the largest town square, Andrija Kačić Miošić Square. The square is adorned with a monument, the work of Ivan Rendić, erected in 1890. Various entertainments and other events are held on the square. The square was named after the most famous folk poet not only of the Makarska Riviera but of the whole Dalmatian people, Andrija Kačić Miošić, author of the most widely read book in Dalmatia after the Bible, which has so far gone through 64 editions. This is the well-known 'Pleasant Conversation of the Slavic People'.
On the northern side the square is closed off by the Church of St Mark, built in 1766. Behind the church stands an old school built at the end of the 19th century, with elements of classicism and neo-Renaissance. Today the Town Library, the Gojak Gallery and the Music School are housed within its walls. Right on this square, between the monument and the church, there is also a Venetian fountain from 1775. It is worth mentioning that carved on it is a ban on washing goods and watering livestock, which has been in place since the time Makarska received drinking water.
In the immediate vicinity of the popular Hotel Osejava there is a sports centre with pitches for football and rugby. In this sports centre you can also play basketball, handball, tennis or any other sport of your choice. This sports centre is active in the winter months too, mostly because it is partly roofed, and because of the favourable climatic conditions that are special to this part of our coast.
In Makarska you can also see museums, sanctuaries and other buildings left over from the town's rich history.
The Malacological Museum is housed in a Franciscan monastery, and today it holds over 3000 exhibited shells. The museum also keeps a valuable collection of herbarium plants from Mount Biokovo, and a somewhat smaller palaeontological collection. There are also numerous species of shells from tropical and subtropical seas, which are among the most attractive in colour and shape of all shells.
If you have come to Makarska, we suggest you visit the peninsula of St Peter, which lies in the southern part of the town and is special for the remains of an old church and its caves. On the peninsula there are wonderful long promenades that connect all the places of the Makarska Riviera.
The Sanctuary of Vepric is dedicated to Our Lady of Lourdes, and was founded in 1908 by Bishop Dr Juraj Carić. Many tourists visit this place every year, and all of them are delighted especially by the landscape and the general impression during the short excursion. The hills, the vegetation and the stream that flows nearby will awaken pleasant feelings in everyone, and the cave you can see if you come will enchant you and show you still more of the power and beauty of nature.
The Co-cathedral of St Mark is located at the top of Kačić Square. Construction of this church in the Baroque style began around 1700. Right at the entrance to the co-cathedral, on the right-hand side, there is an altar in which the bones of St Clement, patron of the town of Makarska and of the Makarska diocese, are kept. Lovers of history and art will enjoy this old building. It is well preserved and maintained. Be sure to come and see the co-cathedral in Makarska.
The position of the Makarska Riviera is excellent for organising interesting one-day or half-day excursions to nearby places.
Choose the tour that seems most interesting to you. The choice is large and varied, so we will mention just a few of the offers.
You can go on an excursion to Mount Biokovo or visit the islands of Brač, Hvar, Vis or Korčula. One-day boat trips to nearby islands depart from almost every place on the Makarska Riviera. On the boats you can enjoy fish specialities and excellent local wines.
For nature lovers the most interesting may be the excursion to Mount Biokovo. By car you reach the top of Biokovo in half an hour, and once up there you have time to look around in peace and quiet. The view from Biokovo will enchant you, and the journey up and back can be enriched further by a visit to one of the restaurants in the village of Gornji Tučepi.
We must boast of a rich offer of adrenaline sports. In recent years we have noticed a growing demand for extreme sports, so our offer now includes diving in all areas of the Makarska Riviera, free climbing on the surrounding hills and on Mount Biokovo, paragliding from Biokovo, exploring the caves of Mount Biokovo, and hiking, walking and cycling on Mount Biokovo.
As you may suppose, our gastronomic offer is shaped by Dalmatian cuisine, which is made up of dishes of fresh fish prepared in the most varied ways. You will enjoy fish specialities such as brudet, grilled fish, octopus under the peka and others.
All dishes are seasoned with domestic olive oil with the addition of various natural spices. Dalmatian prosciutto with cheese and olives dominates the local restaurants and is one of the better-known Dalmatian cold starters.
Besides the already mentioned specialities of fresh fish, be sure to try the Dalmatian pašticada too. It is a speciality made from veal, stuffed with bacon and garlic and cooked in red wine, with meat and potatoes under the peka, served with vegetable salads.
To finish, we will also mention the well-known dessert of the Makarska area, Makarska Rafioli.
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The economic and social importance of Makarska has brought this town to the position it holds today. As a town, Makarska occupies the central position of this microregion, the Makarska Riviera, and is the centre of tourist activity on this part of the coast.
Today the town is the second largest economic and demographic centre of central Dalmatia, right after Split. The Makarska Riviera is today called the Makarska Riviera, and all of this thanks to the merits we have already mentioned. Since we have touched upon the Makarska Riviera, we must write that it is truly a beautiful part of our coast, which attracts a growing number of guests from every corner of the world each year.The town itself relies on Mount Biokovo, which is a natural barrier with continental Croatia. On its seaward side Makarska is adorned with the most beautiful beaches and bathed in the crystal-blue colours of the Adriatic Sea.
Beaches in Makarska
See the beaches in Makarska
Development of tourism in Makarska
The main economic activity of Makarska is tourism. The town itself and the suburban settlements earn most of their income from tourist overnight stays. A large number of luxury hotels in Makarska are full to the last bed every season, as are the private accommodations, of which there are very many.
The tourist offer is rich, and the beauty of the Makarska Riviera is indescribable, which is why such a large number of guests come here every year. Private apartments in Makarska are sold out right at the very beginning of the season. To secure your share in this town, be sure to plan ahead and book in good time.
Today this small town has become one of the best-known tourist destinations on the Croatian coast. It is attractive for its natural and climatic features, its varied tourist offer and its hospitable hosts. Simply put, people love to come to Makarska.Makarska has a little over 13 thousand inhabitants. That is not many, yet throughout the season several hundred thousand people pass through this small town. At one point Makarska becomes the capital of the region and the centre of events in that area. Makarska is the proud owner of numerous awards in the fields of tourism, urban and environmental care, and the quality and variety of its catering and tourist services. It is a town that lives primarily from tourism and for tourism. Makarska is said to be a town of youth, sport and entertainment.
Tourist offer in Makarska
Even from the introductory text it is easy to conclude how much Makarska contributes to tourism in the region and in the whole of Croatia. This town is one of the better-known centres for tourist arrangements, travel and pleasure at sea or in the nearby natural beauties.
Varied programmes and events, concerts and exhibitions are held in Makarska every season. Summer Culture is a varied programme adapted to seasonal guests, so that their arrival remains in the best possible memory and they experience an unforgettable time.
When you come to Makarska, for your overnight stay you can choose something from the rich hotel offer, private accommodation or nearby auto-camps. For a gastronomic treat, visit one of the restaurants, or a konoba furnished in the Dalmatian style, just like the konobas of long ago.
'In the tourist offer of Makarska we must certainly mention the many beer halls, pizzerias, caffe-bars, confectioneries and all other establishments of a similar kind. There are really very many of them, so choose your favourite corner for a rest with a tasty meal or a refreshing drink.'
What to see in Makarska?
A town of rich history certainly has much to offer. To explore Makarska, we suggest you start at the largest town square, Andrija Kačić Miošić Square. The square is adorned with a monument, the work of Ivan Rendić, erected in 1890. Various entertainments and other events are held on the square. The square was named after the most famous folk poet not only of the Makarska Riviera but of the whole Dalmatian people, Andrija Kačić Miošić, author of the most widely read book in Dalmatia after the Bible, which has so far gone through 64 editions. This is the well-known 'Pleasant Conversation of the Slavic People'.
On the northern side the square is closed off by the Church of St Mark, built in 1766. Behind the church stands an old school built at the end of the 19th century, with elements of classicism and neo-Renaissance. Today the Town Library, the Gojak Gallery and the Music School are housed within its walls. Right on this square, between the monument and the church, there is also a Venetian fountain from 1775. It is worth mentioning that carved on it is a ban on washing goods and watering livestock, which has been in place since the time Makarska received drinking water.In the immediate vicinity of the popular Hotel Osejava there is a sports centre with pitches for football and rugby. In this sports centre you can also play basketball, handball, tennis or any other sport of your choice. This sports centre is active in the winter months too, mostly because it is partly roofed, and because of the favourable climatic conditions that are special to this part of our coast.
In Makarska you can also see museums, sanctuaries and other buildings left over from the town's rich history.
The Malacological Museum is housed in a Franciscan monastery, and today it holds over 3000 exhibited shells. The museum also keeps a valuable collection of herbarium plants from Mount Biokovo, and a somewhat smaller palaeontological collection. There are also numerous species of shells from tropical and subtropical seas, which are among the most attractive in colour and shape of all shells.
If you have come to Makarska, we suggest you visit the peninsula of St Peter, which lies in the southern part of the town and is special for the remains of an old church and its caves. On the peninsula there are wonderful long promenades that connect all the places of the Makarska Riviera.
The Sanctuary of Vepric is dedicated to Our Lady of Lourdes, and was founded in 1908 by Bishop Dr Juraj Carić. Many tourists visit this place every year, and all of them are delighted especially by the landscape and the general impression during the short excursion. The hills, the vegetation and the stream that flows nearby will awaken pleasant feelings in everyone, and the cave you can see if you come will enchant you and show you still more of the power and beauty of nature.
The Co-cathedral of St Mark is located at the top of Kačić Square. Construction of this church in the Baroque style began around 1700. Right at the entrance to the co-cathedral, on the right-hand side, there is an altar in which the bones of St Clement, patron of the town of Makarska and of the Makarska diocese, are kept. Lovers of history and art will enjoy this old building. It is well preserved and maintained. Be sure to come and see the co-cathedral in Makarska.
Excursions from Makarska and its nearby surroundings
The position of the Makarska Riviera is excellent for organising interesting one-day or half-day excursions to nearby places.
Choose the tour that seems most interesting to you. The choice is large and varied, so we will mention just a few of the offers.
You can go on an excursion to Mount Biokovo or visit the islands of Brač, Hvar, Vis or Korčula. One-day boat trips to nearby islands depart from almost every place on the Makarska Riviera. On the boats you can enjoy fish specialities and excellent local wines.For nature lovers the most interesting may be the excursion to Mount Biokovo. By car you reach the top of Biokovo in half an hour, and once up there you have time to look around in peace and quiet. The view from Biokovo will enchant you, and the journey up and back can be enriched further by a visit to one of the restaurants in the village of Gornji Tučepi.
Extreme sports in Makarska
We must boast of a rich offer of adrenaline sports. In recent years we have noticed a growing demand for extreme sports, so our offer now includes diving in all areas of the Makarska Riviera, free climbing on the surrounding hills and on Mount Biokovo, paragliding from Biokovo, exploring the caves of Mount Biokovo, and hiking, walking and cycling on Mount Biokovo.
Gastro offer
As you may suppose, our gastronomic offer is shaped by Dalmatian cuisine, which is made up of dishes of fresh fish prepared in the most varied ways. You will enjoy fish specialities such as brudet, grilled fish, octopus under the peka and others.
All dishes are seasoned with domestic olive oil with the addition of various natural spices. Dalmatian prosciutto with cheese and olives dominates the local restaurants and is one of the better-known Dalmatian cold starters.
Besides the already mentioned specialities of fresh fish, be sure to try the Dalmatian pašticada too. It is a speciality made from veal, stuffed with bacon and garlic and cooked in red wine, with meat and potatoes under the peka, served with vegetable salads.
To finish, we will also mention the well-known dessert of the Makarska area, Makarska Rafioli.
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