Hvar is Croatia’s most famous island for a reason — 2,700 hours of sunshine a year, a harbour town that doubles as a nightlife hub, and an interior of lavender fields and stone villages that most visitors never see. It rewards two nights.
Climb Španjola Fortress
The 16th-century Spanish fortress above Hvar Town. A 20-minute uphill walk from the main square — steep but paved. The views from the top cover the harbour, the Pakleni Islands, and the open sea. Entry €8. Best at sunset when the light is golden and the town below glows.
Boat trip to Pakleni Islands
A cluster of small islands just offshore from Hvar Town. Water taxis run from the harbour (€10–15 return per person). Palmižana on St. Klement island has a beach bar, restaurant, and pine-shaded swimming. Marinkovac has quieter coves. Half a day is enough.
Visit Stari Grad
Hvar’s other town, on the north side of the island. Quieter, older, and more authentic than Hvar Town. The Stari Grad Plain — an ancient Greek agricultural landscape — is UNESCO-listed. The town itself has narrow streets, small galleries, and waterfront restaurants. 20 minutes by car from Hvar Town.
Explore the lavender fields
Hvar’s interior is covered in lavender, best seen in June–July during the bloom. The villages of Velo Grablje and Brusje are the heart of lavender country. Buy lavender oil, sachets, and honey directly from producers. The drive through the interior is scenic — arrange a car or private transfer.
Swim at hidden beaches
Hvar’s coastline is dotted with coves accessible by boat or footpath. Dubovica (south side, 20-minute drive then a walk down) is one of the most beautiful. Robinson Beach on Pakleni is secluded. For easy access, Hvar Town’s beach (Amfora area) is walkable but busy.
Where to eat
Hvar Town is expensive by Croatian standards — budget €20–30/person. Fresh fish and seafood dominate. For better value, eat in Stari Grad or the interior villages. Grilled octopus and local Plavac wine are the specialities.
How long to stay
Day trip from Split works but feels rushed. Two nights is ideal — Hvar Town + fortress one day, Pakleni Islands or Stari Grad the next.
Getting there
Catamaran from Split (1 hour to Hvar Town) or car ferry to Stari Grad. Private transfer from Split or Dubrovnik to the ferry port, then onward.
Getting to Hvar
Private transfer with scenic stops along the way. Fixed prices, local drivers.
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