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Pag island guide
The island of Pag is located in the Adriatic Sea, between the islands of Vir, Olib and Rab. Pag is the longest island and one of the largest islands in the Adriatic Sea. It is characterized by numerous bays, headlands, various beaches and a large number of sunny days. The karst relief surrounded by crystal blue water is why it is often called Moon Island. Besides its natural beauty, the island has a rich historical and cultural value, and as a proof to this there are the Church of the Assumption of Mary, the tower Skrivanat, the Rector’s Palace, the Church of St. George, the Church of St. Francis, the Monastery of St. Margaret and the Old Town with the church of St. Mary with the remains of the former acropolis.
Sights&attractions
This historically and culturally interesting place will tell you its history through a number of valuable sites. If you take a walk to the old part of the city, you will get familiar with its roots. Top 10 sights and attractions that we recommend you to visit are: Pag, Novalja, Waterfront Pag, Gligora cheese, Church of St. Mary, Prosika City Beach, Party boat, Square Loggia Street, Fish Picnic, Lunj Olive Garden, Church of Our Lady, Watefront Novalja, Ski lift.
Nightlife
Pag features clubs with diverse music that will provide you with an unforgettable nighttime fun. Great music, hot rhythm, rich variety of drinks at affordable prices, after – beach and theme parties until the early morning hours will turn your holiday into a perfect summer adventure. One among the most popular places for wild nights out is the popular Zrće, which competes with the very Ibiza and Mallorca. Zrće is a favorite destination for many tourists who like electronic music, and how could it not be when all the world’s best performers regularly visit this place. David Morales, Tiesto, Avicii, David Guetta, Paul Van Dyk, Armin Van Buuren and Chemical Brothers are just some of the many famous names who are staying at the popular Zrće. This place is simply alive 24 hours a day. If you decide to visit Zrće, we guarantee that you will remember it for a long time and wish to come again. Top night clubs that we recommend you to visit are: Aquarius, Papaya, Euphoria, Cocomo nightclub.
Food
Pag offers you a variety of taverns, restaurants and pizzerias where you can taste the local specialties, and they will provide you with powerful flavors that will delight you. Pag kitchen boasts with tradicional lamb, goat cheese, Novalja fish stew, seafood, macaroon on the needle and many other culinary delights that can be enriched with a variety of wines.
Weather
Pag has over 2500 hours of sunshine per year. The average summer temperature is 25°C and during winter it is 5°C.
Island of Pag, Dalmatia
44.437060, 015.064695 (44°26’13.4″N, 015°03’52.9″E)
0 km
8400
Big
2 days
Prices on Pag island
Restaurants | Pizza 50 HRK (6.6 EUR) |
Spagetti 45 HRK (5.90 EUR) |
Ice-cream 8 HRK ( 1.1 EUR) |
Grocery shop |
Beer 6.5 HRK (0.85 EUR) |
Cigarettes 25 HRK (3.30 EUR) |
Bread 7 HRK (0.90 EUR) |
Domestic products |
Olive oil 90 HRK (12.10 EUR) |
Wine 25 HRK (3.30 EUR) |
Honey 40 HRK (5.20 EUR) |
Cafes | Caffe 10 HRK (1.30 EUR) |
Beer 18 HRK (2.30 EUR) |
Fizzy drinks 15 HRK (2 EUR) |
Overnight stay |
2 person hotel 700 HRK (90 EUR) |
2 person apartment 400 HRK (50EUR) |
1 person hostel 140 HRK (18.4 EUR) |
Generally | Flat 50 m2 65 000 EUR |
Monthly salary 5000 HRK (650 EUR) |
Monthly expenses 1000 HRK (130 EUR) |
Fuel | Euro 95 9.50 HRK (1.25 EUR) |
Euro diesel 8.50 HRK (1.10 EUR) |
Gas fuel 4 HRK (0.50 EUR) |
Find the best location for you to stay depending on your needs
We advise you where to find accommodation depending on what type of traveler you are.
For example, if you are more of a nightlife type, then you will find accommodation near popular tourist streets and night clubs, if you prefer a peaceful and quiet vacation, then it is best for you to accommodate near beaches or parks, and if you are a backpacker travelling without a car, then you should settle in the center, where all events and tourist attractions are located.
Look up for the marked locations on the map for accommodation and their distance from important points of interest.
You like going out until late at night, popular tourist streets abounding with people, night clubs and similar activities? Then accommodate in the center of events and don’t waste too much time on traveling.
You had enough of business stress and you went on vacation to relax far away from the everyday hustle? For you it is best to settle right next to a beach, park or in the old city center where at the evening you will visit popular sights after enjoying on the beach.
You are always willing to spend time with people, because of which you travel in a unique way so you could meet the local people and make new acquaintances. If you travel without a car and have a limited budget, we recommend you a favorable accommodation in the city centre so that everything is at hand’s reach.
Scams on Pag island
Sometimes, you could experience small theft on Zrće because of large amount of people who are going over there to party so we would recommend you to watch over your belongings.
One more thing you should be careful about is when you are driving with a taxi make sure that the taxi driver turns on the taximeter, because they are obliged to do that but sometimes they “forget” and charge you more then they should.
Taxi
Croatia boasts on numerous private taxis who are always there for you. In some cities, from your accommodation place to your destination it will take you 20kn/5 km, which is more than affordable. The friendly staff will show you a place where something is, explain where you can find something or simply answer your questions.
Bus
The entire Croatia has a highly developed and modern bus transportation. Affordable, friendly staff, comfortable seats and wifi in some. Simply enough for a pleasant journey.
Harbor
As far as marine transport in Croatia, we can say that we have good connectivity to many European cities. With the beautiful Adriatic sea, scenery, friendly staff, very clean and safe type of transport, your trip will be unforgettable and you will hardly wait to repeat it.
Budget
If you wish to afford a solid holiday in Croatia, here are a few tips. Please note that prices are different in different parts of the country, but the difference is not that big. For a single person’s seven days stay on Pag island it takes about 1050 HRK (140 EUR) for accommodation, 700 HRK (90 EUR) for food, 550 HRK (70 EUR) for pocket money and a few souvenirs.
Language
Croatia has a very good knowledge of foreign languages. The Croats skillfully communicate mostly in English, then in German, Italian, and French, Spanish, Hungarian and other languages known to a smaller number of people.
Religion
In terms of religion, Croatia provides its citizens with freedom of choice. However, the largest number of believers belong to Catholicism, Orthodox and evangelical religion, then to Islam and Protestantism. But there is also a certain percentage of people referred to as atheists or members of other religious communities.
Electricity
In Croatia there are type C, E and F outlets, so if you do not have an appropriate cable, we recommend that you take the appropriate adapter with you. The voltage in the country is 220, 240V.
Money
The currency used in Croatia is kuna (HRK). In order to have an idea of the value of the kuna, here is a couple of examples of it’s value: 1 EUR (7.50 HRK), 1 USD (6.80 HRK), 1 CHF (6.80 HRK) 100 JPY (6.10 HRK), 1 CNY (1 HRK).
Phone – SIM card
SIM card – pay as you go that are mostly used in Croatia are Bon-Bon, Tele2, Tomato. Prices for calls within the Croatia are quite affordable and you do not have to expect high costs. If you phone home, the price of outgoing calls to the Member States of the European Union amounts is 4.50 HRK (0.60 EUR)/min, and the price of the message is 0.99 HRK (0.13 EUR).
Top attractions in Otok Pag
