Best Islands in Croatia – Four Islands for Travel Lovers

Croatia is a unique and beautiful country with many stunning places to visit. But what are the very best beaches and islands in Croatia? Here’s our list of some of the most amazing Croatian Islands:

Lokrum Island

Lokrum Island is one of the oldest and most visited nature reserves. The island has a rich history, dating back to Roman times when it was used as an ancient resort for wealthy Romans. Today, you can visit this UNESCO-protected site and explore its many beaches and hiking trails – all while enjoying stunning views of Dubrovnik’s historic city walls.

Lokrum Island can be reached by ferry boat from the city of Dubrovnik, Croatia. It is part of a group called Elaphite Islands and it’s small with walking trails around its shores. A peaceful place to relax in nature surrounded by beauty! The best way to get around is by bike or on foot – both are available for rent near the ferry terminal at very reasonable prices (less than $20 USD).

Lokrum was once an island monastery that has since been converted into a resort for visitors interested in history or just wanting some peace and quiet away from busy cities like Dubrovnik. The location provides views over both the Adriatic Sea as well as inland towards mountains covered with lush vegetation when at locations on higher ground. There are also beaches that line parts of this natural oasis including Lopud beach where you will find locals enjoying themselves during summer days at their boats they keep anchored and moored at the island’s port.

The island is covered with dense forests which are home to a variety of animals including squirrels, rabbits and deer. It’s also inhabited by various species of birds that you can sometimes spot in the treesor fly overhead during your walks around this natural habitat. When visiting Lokrum Island, it is recommended that you take time out from exploring its trails to have lunch at one of several restaurants available on the island where delicious Croatian cuisine will be served!

You will also be able to try the local wines and beers that are prepared in this part of Croatia.

Mljet Island

Mljet Island is a beautiful island in the Dubrovnik-Neretva County. It’s known for its two saltwater lakes, which are called Veliko and Malo Jezero. There are also several monasteries on the island that you can visit! The nature of Mljet is stunning, with scenic mountains covered in pine forests, limestone ridges, and karstic fields along most of the coastline.

Mljet National Park protects one-third of this gem among Croatian islands – it has been named ‘the Emerald Pearl’ by UNESCO because of its value to Croatia due to its natural beauty. The island is also home to Mljet Old Church, which was built in the 12th century. This historic building has been declared a national monument of Croatia! Visit it for some amazing views over Veliko Jezero lake – you can even take part in an organ concert here each summer if that’s your thing!

Mljet Island offers great opportunities for walks through lush forests where wild herbs grow along the paths, as well as long strolls on its beaches with rich vegetation all around them. You might like to visit one of two lakeside monasteries during your time on the island (we think both are equally worth visiting). We recommend walking down ‘the steps’, but there are other options too!

If you’re after an even more peaceful experience, there’s a third island just to the north of Mljet. It doesn’t have any commercial establishments and it is rarely visited by tourists – so if you’d like some peace and quiet this might be perfect for you. The only village on the island has two restaurants to eat at, but don’t expect many other facilities here apart from that! We recommend visiting in June or September when sea temperatures are still warm enough to swim in (and it won’t get too busy!).

Mljet Island has some truly stunning natural beauty that everyone should see at least once during their lifetime – we think most people will enjoy hiking through lush green forests and walking along secluded beaches more than climbing steep hills though! If you want to escape the crowds, this island is great for that (and there are no shops here so be sure to bring everything you need with you).

Hvar Island

Hvar is one of the most popular Croatian islands – it’s known for its sun-kissed beaches, great nightlife, and beautiful historic towns. It was once a popular destination for wealthy Europeans in search of relaxation during the summer months!

Hvar has some truly stunning beaches that are perfect for relaxing on or swimming at during your time here. You can also take part in some water sports while you’re here if that sounds like fun to you (we think parasailing looks pretty cool). If Hvar town isn’t enough excitement for you though, there are plenty more things to do on this island too! For example, why not visit an ancient fortress dating back to Roman times? The only problem might be finding somewhere quiet to stay – it’s a popular destination for tourists in the summertime!

Hvar Island is one of our favorite Croatian islands – it offers something for everyone, whether you’re looking to relax on beautiful beaches or party all night long. It has plenty of history too if that’s your thing (and some great ancient architecture!). And when you feel like getting away from the crowds again, there are several other lovely little villages along this island where you can find peace and quiet. Hvar Town itself gets very busy during July and August though so keep that in mind before visiting here!

Brač Island

Brac Island is one of the most popular Croatian islands. It’s known for its beautiful beaches (one of which is even considered to be Europe’s finest), history, and nightlife!

Did you know that this island has a town called Bol on it? We think it sounds like something out of Game Of Thrones – maybe you’ll see Khaleesi there someday 😉

If you’re looking for somewhere more peaceful than Hvar or Mljet, then perhaps Brač Island might be just what you need 🙂 There are several quiet little towns here with stunning views over the Adriatic Sea. While they don’t have much in the way of amenities such as restaurants and bars, these places really come alive during summer when tourists arrive from all over the world.

And if you’re looking for some more action, don’t forget to visit Supetar on this island – it’s really busy during July and August so keep that in mind before visiting!

Brac Island is one of our favorite Croatian islands thanks to its beautiful beaches, history, and nightlife (and did we mention how pretty Bol looks too?). It also has several quiet little towns with stunning views over the Adriatic Sea which are perfect for getting away from things when they get too hectic 😉 And don’t forget about bustling Supetar town either- it comes alive here during summertime but can be quite crowded at times so make sure you know what you’re letting yourself in for before planning your trip here!

This list only covers four islands in Croatia but there are so many other great places to visit in Croatia. You’ll love exploring this wonderful country once you discover all the hidden gems it has to offer. Did you know that Croatia is a fantastic destination for solo travelers?