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St. Michael’s Fortress is a recognizable symbol of the city of Šibenik, and as such it bears great cultural-historical and...SEE MORE
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 |    Stari grad 43.736598, 015.890367 (43°44'11.8"N, 015°53'25.3"E) Šibenik, Hrvatska |
 | Opuštajući i obiteljski odmor 43.696467, 015.883321 (43°41'47.3"N, 015°52'60.0"E) Šibenik, Hrvatska |
 | Backpackers 43.735631, 015.890355 (43°44'08.3"N, 015°53'25.3"E) Šibenik, Hrvatska |
 | Brodska luka 43.731127, 015.894024 (43°43'52.1"N, 015°53'38.5"E) Šibenik, Hrvatska |
 | Noćni izlazak 43.737377, 015.887669 (43°44'14.6"N, 015°53'15.6"E) Šibenik, Hrvatska |
 | Autobusni kolodvor 43.732219, 015.893208 (43°43'56.0"N, 015°53'35.5"E) Šibenik, Hrvatska |
 | Željeznički kolodvor 43.730332, 015.897799 (43°43'49.2"N, 015°53'52.1"E) Šibenik, Hrvatska |
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Šibenik guide
Šibenik, which is the centre of Šibenik–Knin County, is located in central Dalmatia where the river Krka flows into the Adriatic Sea. This city is a political, social, transport, industrial and tourist centre of Šibenik–Knin County, which stretches along the coast between Split and Zadar. Initially, Šibenik was an old Croatian fortress located beneath St. Michael fortress. The city was mentioned for the first time under its present name in 1066 in a Charter of the Croatian King Petar Krešimir IV. The city was given the status of a town in 1167, and received its own Diocese in 1298. What set the trade and maritime affairs in motion was the Channel of St. Ante. At its entrance is the Renaissance fortress of St. Nicholas, which is, along with St. Michael fortress, St. John fortress and Šubićevac, the symbol of the brave town of Šibenik.
Sights&attractions
While touring around Šibenik, you cannot not notice its beautiful sights, such as the Co-Cathedral of St. James. Its sights make Šibenik a very proud city and it happily presents them to its visitors. Top sights and attractions we recommend you to visit are: St. James’ Cathedral, The Fortress of St. Michael, St. Anthony walking trail, St. Lawrence’s Church, Solaris Beach, The Šibenik City Museum, Banj beach, Falconry Centre, Kornati, Telaščica, Vransko jezero, Slapovi Krke.
Nightlife
If you visit the city of Šibenik, we can assure you that you will remember your vacation for a very long time. With great music and music events for traditional fans, or great entertainment in bars and nightclubs, Šibenik is the right place for you. Top clubs and bars we recommend you to visit are: Dolac nightlife, Hacienda nightclub.
Food
The whole Croatian coast prides itself on excellent dishes made from fresh fish and seafood from the Adriatic Sea. With the local traditional recipes, your palate will be grateful.
Weather
Šibenik boasts with 2534 hours of sunshine per year. The average summer temperature in Šibenik is 24° C and in winter around 7°C.
Šibenik 22000, Dalmatia
43.735767, 015.889209 (43°44’08.8″N, 015°53’21.1″E)
0 km
35000
www.sibenik.hr
Town hall: 00385 (0)22 431 000
Medium
2h
Prices in Šibenik
| Restaurants | Pizza 35 HRK (4.6 EUR) |
Spagetti 30 HRK (4 EUR) |
Ice-cream 7 HRK ( 0.9 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 15 HRK (2 EUR) |
Fizzy drinks 12 HRK (1.6 EUR) |
| Overnight stay |
2 person hotel 700 HRK (90 EUR) |
2 person apartment 400 HRK (50EUR) |
1 person hostel 130 HRK (17 EUR) |
| Generally | Flat 50 m2 80 000 EUR |
Monthly salary 4500 HRK (600 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.
Nightlife
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.
Relaxing vacation
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.
Backpackers
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 in Šibenik
During your stay in Šibenik, you do not have to be afraid of frauds and theft, because Croatia is a safe country, and you will be safe in it. You will rarely see a thief or a criminal running from the police in the street because they are almost no such occurrences. Also, as far as the retailers in Croatia, people are very friendly, sometimes they are even willing to negotiate the price, but they will definitely not try to trick you.
The only 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.
Train
Croatian railways cannot say that they have the most modern trains, but they are safe and neat. Although it will take you a longer time to reach your destination, with affordable prices, friendly staff and beautiful scenery, your trip will pass quickly.
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 in Šibenik 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).
