Explore Croatia: Campstars Top 10 Places

Croatia is a popular holiday destination, particularly sought-after by sun-seeking travellers. Whether you arrive by campervan, car or plane, there are many places worth visiting. Here are our top 10:  

1. The Pula Amphitheater

Pula is a beautiful city on the coast of the Istrian peninsula, not far from the Slovenian border. It has picturesque narrow cobblestone streets and an amphitheatre, that is a testament to the Romans of times long past. It is the sixth largest theatre and one of the best preserved of its kind. It can hold an audience of up to 26,000 spectators in a large area. Camping is possible close to the city, right by the sea, so you can experience all the beautiful sights up close without having to travel far.

2. Plitvice Lakes National Park

Picturesque lakes with waterfalls are waiting for you in the Plitvice Lakes Nature Park, which covers an area of 295 km². Camping is possible on two campsites north and south of the national park. The park is one of the most beautiful places in Croatia because of the many wild animals you will encounter. You can also discover rare plant species that are native to this region.

3. City Wall of Dubrovnik

Dubrovnik is a special highlight when travelling to Croatia by campervan. The city wall encloses the city almost completely and guards its city centre. It is 2 kilometres long and surrounds the city high above the sea and has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1979. The fortifications on the city wall include 5 castles, one of which, the Minčeta Fortress, has adorned the northwest side since the 15th century.

4. Split

Camping in Split can be a real adventure. Croatia’s second largest city in the south of the country has a lot to offer. Besides the harbour and the tower on Marjan Hill, you will find an ethnographic museum in the Venetian Loggia. The National Theatre is also worth a visit, especially for one of its evening performances. The famous St. Domnius Cathedral is known for its arches and ornaments.

5. Rovinj

The small town of Rovinj lies on a peninsula. On its highest point there is a bell tower that you can climb. From the top you have a unique view over the beautiful Adriatic coast of Croatia and the two harbours of the small town. Rough alleys lead up to the bell castle. When driving a campervan in Croatia, you should definitely make a stop here and enjoy the flair of the small town. It is considered one of the most beautiful places in Croatia. The surrounding area of Split also offers numerous sights, such as the Trinity Church and the Meštrović Gallery in two districts. There are about 10 museums in the city, some of which you can visit during your camping holiday here.

6. Stari Grad (Hvar)

One of the most beautiful places in Croatia is the island of Hvar with Stari Grad, a harbour town that attracts thousands of tourists every year. Most of the residents here live off tourism. Restaurants and souvenir shops characterise the old town centre. There are also numerous beaches nearby where you can park your campervan in Croatia. There are three campsites on the island of Hvar. They are located close to the sea. In the harbour of Stari Grad you can buy fresh fish and prepare it in your motorhome. This is what a real camping holiday on the coast is all about.

7. Krka National Park

Fancy camping in the middle of nature? Then Krka National Park is the place for you. It is one of the most romantic places in Croatia. The waterfalls that gush out of the rocks are simply wonderful. But also the river Krka, after which the park was named, offers a lot of charm and wildlife. Two of the 7 waterfalls in the park are called Skradinski buk and Roški slap. Besides the river, there are also numerous lakes in the area, as well as old fortresses, mills and monasteries, which are especially popular with hikers. The one-hectare island of Visovac was artificially filled in. Today it is home to the Franciscan monastery, which you can visit by boat.

8. Thalcicera

Thalcicera is probably the biggest shopping street in Zagreb. If you rent a campervan in Croatia, you should definitely take a detour here. Immediately after hiring a campervan, even before your camping holiday begins, you should take a stroll through Zagreb and take a look at this extraordinary street, as well as its numerous shops and boutiques. Especially in the evening, there is usually live music in many of the cafés and restaurants. You can enjoy your holiday with a glass of wine and mild weather directly on a sun terrace. The atmosphere is exceptional and the food here is traditional and delicious. The pubs are also rustic and homely.

9. Dubrovnik

The probably most beautiful city in the south of Croatia invites you to stroll, browse and shop, but also to relax and unwind. Stradun is the name of the main street here, which is full of shops and boutiques. You can end the evening in one of the city’s numerous street cafés and watch the people walk past. A delicious cappuccino or espresso in front of you will give you a feeling of peace. There, you will also find the Lovrijenac Fortress where Game of Thrones was filmed, which has since then become so famous that you should definitely visit it and take a walk. From the castle you will have a unique view over the sea.

10. Elaphite Islands

They are also called the magnificent front gardens of Dubrovnik: the Elaphite Islands. At the moment the beautiful islands are still considered an insider tip, because they are not as popular as other regions among tourists yet. You can reach them by boat and let your soul dangle on the beautiful beaches. Of course, there are also some sights to see, such as ruins of old churches and fortresses or picturesque rocky bays. The Elaphites are 13 offshore islands. Lopud and Kolocep are the two that are the most well-known. Numerous accommodation options and campsites are already available on the islands, so that you can enjoy your Croatian holiday here.