If you're planning a vacation and don't want to leave your beloved furry friend behind, Croatia has plenty of pet-friendly beaches where both you and your pet can enjoy the sun, sand, and surf together. In this blog post, we'll explore some of the best pet-friendly beaches in Croatia by region.
Dalmatia Region
Duilovo beach, Split - located near Žnjan in Split, part of the Duilovo beach in Split became a dog beach. There is also another one called Kašjuni Beach, located at the foot of Marjan hill.
Cvitačka, Makarska - only 2 km from the city center, this beach is the closest beach where dogs are allowed.
Solaris Beach, Šibenik - pet-friendly haven along the Croatian coast, with a sandy beach and calm waters.
Zarače Beach, Hvar - this beach now has a dedicated dog-friendly area for you and your furry friend to enjoy.
Zaton Holiday Resort, Zadar - this resort has a pet-friendly beach with amenities for your dog to enjoy.
Istria Region
Kanegra Beach, Umag - situated near Umag, Kanegra Beach has a designated dog-friendly area and is known for its crystal-clear waters.
Cuvi Beach, Rovinj - Cuvi Beach in Rovinj also has a dedicated dog beach. Other pet friendly beaches in Rovinj are beaches in Veštar bay, Cisterna bay and Kaštelan.
Punta Verudela Beach, Pula - this pebble beach offers a designated area for dogs to roam and play. Others in Pula are Seagull rocks and dog's beach in camp Stupice. On Cape Kamenjak near Pula there are also pet friendly Kamenjak Beach and beach Mala Kolumbarica.
Crikvenica - most famous is Crikvenica Dog Beach, Monty’s Dog Beach with snacks for dogs and Bar and Beach Podvorska - which is a sandy beach.
Medveja Beach, Opatija - Medveja Beach has a designated pet-friendly section, allowing you and your dog to have a pleasant beach experience.
Kostanj Beach, Rab Island - Kostanj Beach on Rab Island is a dog-friendly beach where you can enjoy the beautiful surroundings with your pet. Another pet friendly beach on Rab is Paradise Beach.