Dalmatian Coast, Croatia
The Dalmatian Coast is the bit of Croatia between the island of Rab and the Bay of Kotor. The dogs are named after the area, in case that was one of your first thoughts, but the name originally comes from the tribe of people who lived here originally.
Apart from having the same name as spotted dogs, this coast is known for its climate, which is Mediterranean on the coast, and alpine just inland of the coast, because the mountains roll right down to the sea in a picturesque way.
One of the best ways to see this coast is from the deck of a boat you've hired to island hop along the coast.
Top Dalmatian Coast attractions
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Holiday ideas featuring Dalmatian Coast
Croatian Island Hop
There are around 400 islands scattered off the Coast of Croatia, so you can't sail or cruise for long without running into one or another.
The European Music Festival of your Dreams
Make your music festival tickets into a proper break, by swapping the local locale and heading for one of Europe's Best Music Festivals instead.
Croatian Island Hop: Split – Hvar – Brač – Vis
The Split archipelago is good for spotting famous faces and good eating and drinking, but this holiday idea also visits Zlatni Rat, Croatia's most photographed beach.
Croatian Island Hop: Dubrovnik - Korčula
Cruise or sail your way out of Dubrovnik for the peace and natural beauty of the Elaphiti islands, whose fertility has also been harnessed to produce wines and grow olives, figs and almonds. Then finish in Korčula for the Venetian architecture.
Croatian Island Hop: Krk – Rab - Pag
Cruise or hop around Croatian's north islands for bucket and spade holidays, medieval architecture, interesting landscapes and naturist friendly beaches.
The Dalmatian Coast is one of the most beautiful places to visit in Europe. It is a strip of coast, dotted by hundreds of islands, on the west side of Croatia, bordered by the east coast of the Adriatic Sea.