Local guide

You Have Time in Hvar? 🏝️

Must-see spots, where to eat, beaches worth the walk and local tips from a skipper who lives here. Short, honest, no tourist traps.

On the plate

Where to Eat

Restaurants we often stop at in Hvar town and on the islands — no official deal, just places we like and keep coming back to.

Map coming soonRestaurants we often stop at in Hvar town and on the islands — no official deal, just places we like.

What to do

Old Town, Beaches & Nightlife

  • Old Town & Fortress

    Walk up to Fortica Fortress at sunset — the best view of Hvar town and Pakleni Islands. Stop at the cathedral on the way down.

  • Pakleni Islands Beaches

    Palmižana, Stipanska and the quieter coves are a short water-taxi away. Turquoise water, pine trees, a few good lunch spots.

  • Beach Clubs

    Hula Hula for sunset drinks, Laganini on the islands for a long lunch. Both are reachable by boat.

  • Nightlife

    Carpe Diem on the seafront, Kiva Bar in the narrow streets of the Old Town. Weekends in season fill up fast.

Good to know

Local Tips

Currency
Euro (€). Most places take cards — small restaurants and beach bars prefer cash.
High-season hours
Restaurants 12:00–23:00. Most shops 09:00–21:00. Many venues close in winter.
Emergency
Dial 112 (all emergencies). Coast guard 195. The harbour master is on VHF channel 16.
Pharmacy & ATM
Multiple pharmacies and ATMs around the main square (Pjaca) in Hvar town.
Tap water
Safe to drink across Hvar. No need to buy bottled water.
Ferries & taxis
Ferry terminal is a 5-minute walk from the main dock. For yacht pickups, message us on WhatsApp.

On the chart

Hvar Local Map

Old Town, beaches, beach clubs, the local market, ATMs and the pharmacy — everything you might need in one place.

Map coming soonOld Town, beaches, beach clubs, the local market, ATMs, pharmacy and other useful spots.

From the sea

Want to Explore from the Sea?

You've seen Hvar on land. The best coves and restaurants are only reachable by boat. Pick your tour and we take you there.

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