Situated between Zadar and Split, on the estuary of the Krka river it
represents a cultural, political, tourist and administrative center of
Central Dalmatia. Accommodation in Šibenik is excellent and at
reasonable prices. So there are many hotels, modern accommodation and
apartments, rooms for rent, pensions, campsites, but also villas and
highly equipped marinas and nautical centers.
What to see?
Cathedral of St. James - one of the main buildings which is listed in the UNESCO list of world cultural heritage.
Prince's Palace - home to an archaeological, ethnographic and cultural-historical museum.
Wells - located near the cathedral. They are built in the 15th century and served as the main source of the drinking water.
National Park Krka - (15 km from Šibenik)
Natinal Park Kornati - (35 km from Šibenik)
Šibenik town hall - one of the most beautiful city halls in the renaissance period.
For
those who look for an active holiday Šibenik offers many sporting
activities such as sailing, water skiing, windsurfing, biking, and
bungee jumping from Šibenik Bridge. Tourists who are looking for night
life the city offers numerous bars and discos. You can also enjoy in
''klapa'' evenings (sort of a choir), but also the International
Children's Festival.
Šibenik's gastronomy is based on the superb
dishes of fish, shellfish and mollusks, but also Drniš prosciutto,
grilled meats and wines.