While you absolutely shouldn’t miss all those dazzling islands and the beauty of Dubrovnik and Split, Croatia is so much more.

The country also offers sophisticated culture in Zagreb, baroque beauty in Varaždin, and a range of landscapes that promise both beautiful views and hair-raising adventures.

As you plan your trip to this magical destination, keep in mind our list of the best off-the-radar things to do in Croatia:

1. Brave the Skywalk Biokovo

Surrounded by the stark, barren beauty of the Dinaric Alps, the Skywalk is the glass horseshoe-shaped platform that hovers at 1228m. It boasts superlative views of the Adriatic, islands in the distance, and mountains that loom behind.

2. Take a boat ride through Kopački Rit Nature Park

The vast wetlands of Kopački Rit offer some of the most serene landscapes in the country. For a wonderfully soothing experience, hop on one of the boats that gently float through this peaceful nature reserve, where the Danube and Drava rivers meet – the birdlife is quite extraordinary.

3. Hit the white water in the Zrmanja River Canyon

With Croatia’s dramatic karst landscapes, it’s no surprise that superb rafting opportunities beckon. North of Zadar, the Zrmanja River slices through the limestone to create deep canyons that guarantee an exhilarating experience.

4. Explore baroque Varaždin

Briefly the capital of Croatia in the 18th century, Varaždin epitomizes elegance. Boasting a tapestry of rococo and baroque buildings, beautifully tended gardens, and a pedestrianized center that invites relaxed strolls, Varaždin is a must-visit!

5. Take a picnic in Lokrum

A 10-minute boat ride from Dubrovnik’s Old Port takes you to a totally different world. Little Lokrum manages to squeeze in a Benedictine monastery, a Napoleonic fort, a botanical garden, a couple of bars, and a restaurant – plus a saltwater lagoon (nicknamed "The Dead Sea") and several rocky beaches.

#discovercroatia #visitcroatia #croatiatravel #croatialove #thisiscroatia #lovecroatia #yescroatia #croatiafulloflife #croatiafullofcolours #croatiafullofmagic #croatiafullofnature #croatiaonmymind

‍