Transportation
- Top Regional Airline
- Croatia Airlines
- Best Taxi/Ride App
- Bolt and Uber are very active and affordable; Cammeo for fixed rates
- Bike/Scooter Rental
- Nextbike (public bike sharing) or Zzuum (Ul. knezova Šubića Bribirskih 11) for rentals
- Best Beach Nearby
- Kolovare Beach (walking distance) or Borik Beach (3km from center)
- Top International Airline
- Ryanair (major hub for Zadar Airport ZAD), Lufthansa, Eurowings
- Highway Access
- A1 Motorway (Dalmatina) connects Zadar to Zagreb and Split
- Main Train/Transit Hub
- Zadar Bus Terminus (Autobusni kolodvor) - Trains are rare, buses are the primary transit
- Public Transport Passes
- Liburnija Zadar: €2.00 for a single ticket, €15 for a 10-ride pass
- Regional Travel
- Jadrolinija Ferries to islands (Ugljan, Dugi Otok) and Arriva Bus for intercity travel
Essentials
- City
- Zadar, Zadarska Županija, Croatia
- Population
- 75,000
- Internet Speed
- Average 70-100 Mbps (HT and A1 5G coverage is excellent in the center)
- Currency & Banking
- Euro (EUR), 1 EUR ≈ 1.08 USD. Croatia joined the Eurozone in 2023.
- Tap Water
- Safe to drink and of high quality
- Power
- 230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type C/F sockets
- SIM Card
- Hrvatski Telekom (HT), A1, or Telemach. Tourist SIM (unlimited data 10 days) for €10 at T-Centar, Supernova Mall.
- Banking for Expats
- Zaba (Zagrebačka banka), OTP Banka, Revolut widely used
- Accommodation
- Airbnb, Booking.com, and local groups like 'Iznajmljivanje stanova Zadar'
- Cashless Friendly
- Yes, cards accepted in most shops and restaurants, though small cafes often prefer cash
- Short Term Rentals
- Airbnb and VRBO; expect €60-€100 per night for central apartments
- Budget Accommodation
- Downtown Boutique Hostel (approx. €25/night), Sky Hostel
- Best Area to Stay for Tourists
- Old Town (Poluotok) for landmarks and history
- Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
- Borik, Diklo (coastal, quieter), or Voštarnica (local vibe, closer to amenities)
Working and Networking
- Best Coworking Space
- COIN Zadar (Put Murvice 16) - approx. €15/day or €130/month
- Best Cafe for Work
- Coffee & Cake Zadar (Ul. Braće Vranjanina 18) - great Wi-Fi and power outlets
- Networking Events
- Zadar Digital Nomad Meetups (check Facebook groups) and events at the Inovativni Zadar tech hub
- Social Events for Expats
- Expats in Zadar Facebook Group meetings at The Garden Lounge
Business
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. €3,000 per m² (e.g., 50 m² = €150,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. €3,800 per m² (e.g., 75 m² = €285,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. €2,800 per m² (e.g., 75 m² = €210,000)
- Corporate Tax
- 10% for revenues up to €1M, 18% for above
- Dividend Withholding Tax
- 10%
- Tax System
- Residence-based taxation; Worldwide income taxable for residents
- Highest Income Tax Bracket
- 30% (Standard brackets are 20% and 30%)
- VAT
- 25% (Standard rate)
- Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
- Yes, in accordance with EU ATAD
- Property Tax
- Known as 'Holiday Home Tax' for non-residents (varies by municipality, approx €0.60–€5.00/m²)
- Property Transaction Tax
- 3% Real Estate Transfer Tax
- Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
- Digital Nomad Visa (Residence Permit) offers 0% income tax on income earned from remote work for foreign employers
- Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. €4,500 per m² (e.g., 30 m² = €135,000)
- Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. €3,200 per m² (e.g., 30 m² = €96,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. €4,000 per m² (e.g., 50 m² = €200,000)
Health and Wellness
- Best Hospital
- Opća bolnica Zadar (Ul. Bože Peričića 5)
- Yoga & Wellness Centers
- Yogini Yoga Studio (Ul. bana Josipa Jelačića 12)
- Gyms & Fitness Centers
- Omnia Fitness & Sport (Ul. knezova Šubića Bribirskih 11) - approx. €45/month
- Laundry Services
- Laundromania (Ul. don Ive Prodana 11) - self-service
Food and Drink
- Best Food Delivery App
- Wolt and Glovo
- Best Local Dish to Try
- Peka (meat/octopus under a bell) or Black Risotto (Crni rižot)
- Vegan/Vegetarian Options
- The Garden Lounge (raw vegan options) and Art Kavana
- Best Dessert Spots
- Slastičarna Donat (famous for gelato) and Slasticarna Danica
- Affordable Shopping Spots
- Zadar City Market (Tržnica) for fresh produce and Olive Oil
- E-commerce/Online Store
- eKupi.hr and Amazon.de (ships to Croatia)
- Grocery Delivery
- Konzum Online or Tommy
- Bar/Nightlife Area
- Varoš district in the Old Town
- Local Brewery
- Varoška Pivovara (Craft beer: Ćale, Kolonlo)
- Wine Bars
- Degarra Winery Shop or Wine Bar Parentum
- Street Food Stalls
- Bezburger (quality burgers) and Gricko (grilled meat)
- Popular International Cuisine
- Ox Meet and Eat (Steakhouse/Fusion) and Maguro Restaurant & Sushi Bar
Culture and Attractions
- Must-See Landmarks
- Sea Organ (Morske orgulje) and Sun Salutation (Pozdrav Suncu)
- Museums & Art Venues
- Museum of Ancient Glass and Museum of Illusions
- Historical Sites
- Roman Forum and Church of St. Donatus
- Religious Sites
- Zadar Cathedral (St. Anastasia)
- Annual Events
- The Full Moon Festival (Noć punog miseca) in July/August
- Cultural Districts
- Poluotok (The Peninsula/Old Town)
- Theater Venues
- HNK Zadar (Croatian National Theatre)
- Local Markets
- Zadar Fish Market (Peškarija) - open daily until noon
- Music Scene
- Arsenal Zadar (multi-purpose heritage venue for concerts)
- Street Art
- Murals in the Voštarnica district
- Cooking Classes
- Cooking Class Zadar (local house experiences available via Airbnb Experiences)
- Art Galleries
- Galerija Umjetnina Zadar
- Historic Buildings
- Land Gate (Kopnena vrata) - Renaissance architecture
- Local Heritage
- Barkajoli di Zadar (rowboatmen who have crossed the harbor for 800 years)
Nature and Outdoor Activities
- Nearby Nature Escapes
- Nin’s Lagoon (sand beaches and medicinal mud), 15km away
- National Parks Nearby
- Paklenica (45 mins), Krka Waterfalls (1 hour), Kornati Islands (boat trip)
- Cycling/Walking Paths
- Punta Bajlo walking path and the coastline to Diklo
- Scenic Viewpoints
- Saint Anastasia’s Bell Tower - best view of the archipelago
- Birdwatching Locations
- Vransko Jezero (Lake Vrana) Nature Park
- Bonfire-Friendly Spots
- Generally restricted; allowed only in designated BBQ areas in campgrounds like Zaton
Other Services and Amenities
- Parcel Delivery Service
- Hrvatska Pošta (Main office at Kralja Tomislava 1), DHL
- Tech Repair Services
- Pro Servis (Ul. dr. Franje Tuđmana 11)
- Table Tennis Spots
- ŠC Višnjik (Sports Center Višnjik)
- Language Classes
- Linigra Language School
- Libraries & Study Spots
- Zadar Public Library (Gradska knjižnica Zadar) - very nomad friendly
- Community Centers
- Centar za mlade Zadar (Youth Center)
- Gaming Lounges
- Local internet cafes in the Relja district
- Casino & Gaming Halls
- Admiral Casino (City Galleria)