WALKING TOUR ZADAR: Top rated guide, Tastings, Private tour
Zadar is a city with soul and irresistible charm that never left anyone indifferent. It has been capital of Dalmatia region for more than thousand years so it is full of interesting stories and historical monuments. Take a stroll through city's historical center, situated on a peninsula. Walk down Kalelarga, city's main street, said to be older than the city itself. Discover Roman ruins and the biggest Roman Forum in Croatia, built 2.000 years ago. Hear story about legendary bishop St. Donatus and its church that is the symbol of Zadar. See the largest cathedral in Dalmatia and learn more about St. Anastasia, city's patron saint. Find out why Zadar was the best fort-city in Venetian Republic and explore its defensive city walls, UNESCO site. Hear the story about Queen Elisabeth and glamorous chest made of 250 kg of silver. Visit beautiful sea promenade and find out fun facts about Monument to the sun and Sea Organ, modern installations that gained Zadar world wide popularity.
Options
For 1-15
For 1 - 15 persons
What's included in WALKING TOUR ZADAR: Top rated guide, Tastings, Private tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
ZadarPass-by Only
This tour is a journey through Zadar's historical center with licensed guide who will introduce you to city's turbulent history, culture and people. Zadar represents one of the oldest urban localities in the Mediterranean and it was populated from 1000 B.C. by its first permanent inhabitants - the Liburnians, skilled seafarers and merchants.
The Forum
2000 years ago Zadar became Roman colony and regular grid of streets and squares were formed. During that time, Forum was a main square and center of social life. You will learn more about the entire complex.
Church of St. Donatus
Church of St. Donat is one of the most recognizable historical sites of the city. It was built in 9th century as a private chapel for bishop Donat. You will hear the story about bishop Donat and find out more about the function of the church today.
Inclusions
- Licensed local guide in English/ German/ Spanish/ French/ Italian
- Private walking tour
- Maraschino tasting (fruit liquor whose unique aroma enjoyed C. Chaplin, E. Hemingway, C. Baudelaire)
- Start time of the tour can be adjusted to suit your cruise ship schedule
- Pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Meeting point: in Zadar old town, right next to the Sea Gate/Porta Marina - Souvenir shop in red building (address: Poljana pape Aleksandra III 7, Zadar 23 000). If you are arriving by car, parking lot is right next to the Gate at Liburnska obala.
