based on 96 experiences from female travelers
My trip to Rijeka was quite fun - I ate some excellent seafood, wandered around the city, and then spent the afternoon reading at the beach with some wine. I felt quite safe, even during my walk in the late evening. It was a very fun experience, however after two days there was not that much for me to do. I would recommend for a short getaway for a solo trip!
Posted: October 16, 2024Experienced: April, 2024Jenny
Germany
Zadar felt extremely safe at all times of day. I recommend the local stores Limun and Liliput for one of a kind souvenirs by Croatian Artists. Luna Tours for a day tour to some nearby islands and Morita for the best Pizza I've ever had in my life!
Posted: October 2, 2024Experienced: August, 2024Savannah
Germany
10ā¬ shuttlebus from airport, nice cheap airbnb next to the famous baÄvice beach, colorful and creative bars at night, old town is made of stone and has those neat backyard areas, prices are mostly fixed in shops
Posted: September 5, 2024Experienced: August, 2024Isobel
United Kingdom
I have visited Split twice now within the last 2 years, first in 2022 and then this year 2024, I had a great experience every time! I felt very safe in the populated areas both day and night, anywhere throughout the day is safe, but iād say avoid some of the small bars outside of the bus station as it can be a bit daunting around there especially at night as there arenāt that many tourists in those bars. But overall I felt safe, the people are very lovely to get to know. If youāre visiting split go and love national parks, visit Krka national park, you can get a flix bus from the station direct to there! Marvlvs library jazz bar is super cool too, itās within the city walls, they have live music on throughout the week around 8pm! For food I recommend a place called Mendula in Bol area, itās inexpensive, ran by a group of women, and itās very good food. For food I also recommend the markets, the fruit and veg is very vibrant, even if you donāt fancy eating there itās a fun experience, they have flea markets on every day too with books, clothes, jewellery and more! The first time I visited split I stayed in an apartment on Put Plokita, itās around a 20 minute walk from the city centre, itās cheap and clean, however it can be a little daunting walking back home at night as itās a walk through a few unpopulated areas and side streets. I recommended staying at apartment Gorki or in an area nearby to that, itās a bit more expensive and convenient if youāre travelling as a two or three but itās just outside the city walls and the host (Marina) was kind and helpful. Transport wise, use the boats, go visit some of the islands! The jordanna boat companies sell their tickets just near the port and in the main boat terminal! I recommend taking the boat to Hvar and Supetar! As for busses, theyāre very easy to use, you can buy a ticket at the ticket stand in the bud station or get a flix bus ticket on their website, you can get to the beautiful town OmiÅ” via bus, and the busses are safe! I also recommend getting the bus to Zadar for the day to see the sea organ! If youāre visiting I hope you have the best trip, meet amazing people and see the beauty of Croatia!
Posted: September 3, 2024Experienced: May, 2024Wanda
Belgium
We were a group of 5 women. We feel safe anytime. We walked during the day to visit and during the night to find a restaurant. We parked the rentalcar in parking underground and we never feel unsafe. We rented a car to visit around the city. It's a realy beautiful country, I warmly recomend !
Posted: September 1, 2024Experienced: March, 2024Laura
Hungary
Dear Sister, I've been to Rijeka and Opatija In Croatia last summer (July), it was very stunning, nice and calm coast and food. I stayed in an airbnb what was pretty new.. Locals are friendly and Istria is a safe place to stay for a long weekend, even as a solo traveller. I highly recommend itš¼
Posted: August 25, 2024Experienced: June, 2023Last Summer i went to Croatia with my two best friends. We went camping near Rijeka. Overall I felt really safe, we met nice people and had a lot of fun. The sea is absolutely beautiful and clear, would recommend it.
Posted: August 20, 2024I love Croatia! The people are very open, warm and welcoming. The prices in general are cheaper average I would say, of course there are cheaper and more expensive areas. But if you book some time in advance you can find pretty cheap accommodations. I felt all the time very safe. :)
Posted: July 23, 2024Isabel
Mexico
This is one of my favorite moments in my solo trips. Since I took the bus in Milan to go to Zagreb overnight, I met a very kind old man that told me amazing storiesā¦ I was going for only 3 days and decided to stay longer and visit Trogir, Split and Dubrovnik. I loved the country but mostly I love their people š
Posted: July 18, 2024Lana
Croatia
I was in Novi Vinodolski for 5 days in September. As it was late summer there wasn't many tourists there so it was quite calm and I didnt notice any activities going on like converts for instance. If you want a calm vacation I would definitely recommend. I felt safe there. I stayed in an apartment held by Katarina. The price was 32 e/night (as it was late summer). It could host 4 people as it had one big bed, one smaller and one couch. Everything for cookings (utensils, dishes and some spices) were available. I didn't eat in restaurants so I can't give recommendations, but you can buy everything you need in a store in the centre. I only tried ice cream in Aroma Gelato - it's quite good. It's a small city so you can go everywhere by foot.
Posted: July 15, 2024Experienced: August, 2023Based on 32 local experiences
Based on 32 local experiences
Split is small and safe - walking alone at night is the norm for most local women here. We dont have a problem with homeless people and you wont see drug use on the streets. Catcalling isnāt part of the culture (can unfortunately still in rare instances happen, I noticed particularly to Asian women), muggings and assault never happen especially not by locals to tourists. Just watch out for pickpockets in the old town and beaches. When going out in clubs keep in mind some tourists from other European countries use this as a party town and travel in big groups to get drunk for cheap
Posted: December 1, 202465% safe for women, 40% safe for LGBTQIA+ members. I would stay off of suburubs, especially on the east side of the town. Sometimes local pubs have 40+ men day drinking and sexually harrasing. Generally, woman's place is in the kitchen, mostly catholic country, we have ultra wing parties who tried to pass on the law of marriage = one man+one woman. We also have very prominent kneelers at the main square who are kneeling weekly against abortion.
Posted: October 18, 2024Tamara
I'm Tamara and I'm 19. I love traveling and meeting new people. I also love spontaneous adventures and am always open for new things, places, people and exploring.
Silvia
I am 26 y.o. sociology student from Croatia. I love traveling so much that I decided to become a tour guide so I can do what I love the most as my job.
Nikolina
Pula
2 days
Hi, my name is Nikolina. I was born in December 1998. I enjoy spending time with my dogs, drinking coffee, and lounging in the sun. I love exploring and being active, but I don't mind relaxing and being lazy either, hehe.