What are the best things to do in Makarska?
Explore local landmarks, neighbourhoods and day trips around Makarska, Croatia. This guide covers attractions, food and where to stay.
Photo: SKas · CC BY-SA 4.0
Why visit Makarska
Travel guide for Makarska, Croatia — practical tips, places to visit, and planning help.
Makarska is a stop in Croatia, not a country-in-a-weekend. Most people stay 2–4 days. Mid-range ground costs are about 70–160 USD per person per day, excluding international flights. Best time: May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds. Rankings, stay length and cost bands on this page come from Global Itinerary’s trip-planning models.
Best time
May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds
Weather
Temperate, with warm summers and cool winters
Budget
Makarska trip cost
Budget
USD 30–55
per person / day
Mid-range
USD 70–160
per person / day
Luxury
USD 185–305+
per person / day
Typical on-the-ground spend in Makarska, Croatia. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury. Figures exclude international flights.
Trip budget estimator
Typical mid-range for Makarska
Estimated total (USD)
$2,390
≈ $1,195 per person · $341 per day group total
Ground costs ≈ $115/person/day (lodging + food + transport + activities)
Defaults match Makarska mid-range ground costs (budget 30–55 · mid 70–160 · luxury 185–305+ USD/day). Edit freely — flights vary by origin.
Where to eat
Local favourites
Jež
Kalelarga
Restoran Herc
Riva
Susvid
Jeny
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
Villa Buljubasic
Villa Alma
Villa Jarak
Hotel Dalmacija Sunny
Hotel Park
Nightlife
- Deep
In pictures
Makarska gallery
Photos: SKas, Marko Jukić -Majkl, Pudelek (Marcin Szala), Hedwig Storch, SchiDD — via Wikimedia Commons
Good to know
Makarska travel FAQs
When is the best time to visit Makarska?
May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds.
How many days do I need in Makarska?
Most travellers spend 2–4 days in Makarska, depending on how many day trips you want in Croatia.
Where should I stay in Makarska?
Popular stays in Makarska include Villa Buljubasic, Villa Alma, Villa Jarak. Book central areas if you want to walk to major sights.
How much does a trip to Makarska cost?
On the ground in Makarska (excluding international flights), budget travellers often spend about 30–55 per person per day, mid-range about 70–160, and luxury about 185–305+ (USD). Typical on-the-ground spend in Makarska, Croatia. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury.
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