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City break in Vis Island. Active leisure ideas for Vis Island - attractions, recreation and nightlife

waterfall Vis is a perfect place not only for those who are interested in history. The island is not touched by civilization and it is an ideal place for long walks. You can choose one walk for a couple of hours or go on a camping trip for several days, sleep in a tent and admire amazing starry sky o stay at a local village. In general, you should choose a route according to your physical form time you have. During your walks be sure to climb Hum Mount which is 587 meters high. The road to the mount starts in Borovik village and goes through picturesque places. Moreover, there are amazing views on the top of the mount.
Shopping in Vis Island - main shopping streets, outlets and boutiques
A copy of the Vučedol Dove is an original Croatian souvenir. It is a copy of a vessel which was initially used in traditional ceremonies and this symbol reminds Croats about their past. Be … Open
However, you don’t have to move on foot. You can rent a mountain bike and ride on bike paths and highways. There is not much transport on the island and you can easily travel by bicycle here. If you love the comfort and want to have a joy ride, rent a car. You just need to be of age, to have an international driving licence and have driving experience. Nevertheless, public transport is also available for you on Vis.
Be sure to go on a sightseeing tour along the coastline of Vis. Boats depart from Komiža every hour. During the tour, you will enjoy amazing views and swim in small secluded bays where you can go only by sea. You can also go to the nearby islands. Be sure to visit Biševo. It is a small island in which the population is only 14 people. There are the ruins of a Benedictine monastery and a well-preserved church of Saint Sylvester. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
Guide to Vis Island sightseeing - things to see and to visit
The Croatian island of Vis has become open for visitors quite recently. It has the greatest distance from the mainland among Adriatic islands, which makes this beautiful site even more … Open
Yet, most of the tourists come to this small island in order to admire 11 caves. The most famous is the Blue Cave. You can reach the cave in calm weather only by boat. You should better come here from 1 to 3 pm. During this period of time, the cave is filled with blue light. One more idea for your holidays is to go on a sightseeing tour around Vis. There is a glowing blue light that appears because of light refraction at certain times of the day. You can swim inside the cave but there are many tourists during high season and you should be careful. There is also a sightseeing tour around the most beautiful places of this small but cosy island.
One of the most spacious beaches on Vis is sandy Stoncica. It is an organized beach where you can visit a restaurant and a beach bar or play volleyball and rent a boat and fish in the open sea. Zaglav is considered to be one of the most beautiful beaches of the Adriatic Sea. It is a perfect place where you can enjoy a peaceful atmosphere and swim in crystal clear water. However, if you want to sunbathe, come here only after 5 pm to hide under the shadows of the rocks, otherwise, the sun will catch you. Grandovac is a beautiful sandy beach surrounded by tamarisk trees. Stiniva is a small secluded bay where you can enjoy snorkelling.
Family holidays with kids in Vis Island. How to entertain your child, things to show to children.
Vis Island is extremely rich with various historical sites which will be interesting even for an incurious child. The island was settled in the 4th century BC. It was inhabited by Romans, … Open
Bili Bok beach is made of stone blocks. It is a nude beach. Mala Travna is a beautiful beach surrounded by the plains that slope gently into the crystal clear water. Vela Smokova is perfect for those who want to combine beach holidays with walking. There are several diving sets on Vis. Furthermore, you can try sailing, waterskiing, play beach volleyball, basketball and tennis with locals. If you want to dance or relax after a long day, visit Vis town and Komiža village. All of the craziest parties are held in these settlements and nearby beaches.
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Attractions and entertainment in Croatia

Mount Plak will be an ideal place for rock-climbers. Excellent conditions for climbing are also available in the Paklenica National Park. Tourists will be able to descend to a depth of more than 1 km in the Cerovac caves of the Velebit mountain. The walk down the cave gives a lot of new emotions and impressions. Fans of windsurfing should go to the island of Brač, which is considered the center of this sport. The largest windsurfing track to another island, Hvar, starts there. Skiing in Croatia is not the most popular sport, but fans of extreme skiing can ride at the resorts of Platak, Bjelolasica and the peak of Sljeme. … Open
Reference information
Map of all parks
National and city parks around Vis Island
♥   Forest Park 'Ošjak (Vela Luka)' , 45.4 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Forest Park 'Marjan' , 56.3 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Nature Park 'Biokovo' , 79.8 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   National Park 'Krka' , 91.5 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   National Park 'Mljet' , 108 km from the center. On the map   Photo

City break ideas for neighbours of Vis Island

Hvar
By nightfall, visitors will find numerous nightclubs and bars; each of them would tend to surprise visitors with an abundance of branded treats and fun entertainment. Much of the popular clubs are situated in the island’s capital. The Central Park club is notable. ... Open »
Hvar Island
If you wish, you can get a training at any local dive school. If you already have a diver's license, then safely order a boat to the point of immersion you are interested in – and start exploring the mysterious world of the flora and fauna of the Mediterranean ... Open »
Ciovo Island
Ciovo will appeal to those who like hiking and cycling. The island is literally entangled by a network of footpaths, connecting all the settlements, beaches, and main attractions. From the hills in the central part, there is a beautiful view of the neighboring ... Open »
Brac Island
The island of Brač is also suitable for pedestrian and bicycle enthusiasts. A bicycle can be rented here in every major city or town. The most beautiful routes will lead you to the Vidova Mountain, but it is worth taking into account that the way up there is not ... Open »
Split
Many tourists prefer to shop at local markets. Among the most popular are the souvenir market located at the walls of Diocletian's Palace and the fish market, which sells not only a fresh seafood, but also delicious treats. As for nightlife, among the many clubs and ... Open »
Korcula Island
You can spend a day or half a day on a voyage to the neighboring islands. In Badia, you can see the ancient monastery, on Oshak you will find healing mud, and Mljet will give you the opportunity to visit the secluded beaches, where sometimes you won’t meet a single ... Open »
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