Zadar for Families
ZADAR FOR FAMILIES
A wonderful and family-friendly destination, Zadar offers plenty of content for all age-groups, so experiencing it in its fullest will prove very easy and satisfying. Below you'll find a practical guide of highlights to enjoy in Zadar and the surrounding region, so everyone gets the most of their visit.
MUSEUM OF ILLUSIONS
A unique and mind-bending trip for the entire family, the Museum of Illusions is a thrilling pastime activity that tricks your mind and senses with optical illusions, installations and interactive puzzles. A world-famous attraction, set in Zadar’s Old Town, this shutter-friendly inning provides an ideal break from city-prowling and tours of ancient times, while keeping you engaged and ready for further exploration.
CITY GAME CROATIA – TREASURE HUNT
Fun and educational, this treasure hunt will make your trip to Zadar memorable and engaging by taking you on a guided tour through either Zadar’s or Nin’s history. Sponsored by UNESCO, but discovered by you, City Game Croatia will give you all the facts you need about the cities’ heritage through easy-going observation puzzles and subtle clues. Unravel their beauty, culture and secrets together.
BEACH DAY ACTIVITIES & DALMALAND
No trip to Dalmatia’s coast is complete without a relaxing beach day. Luckily for parents in need of downtime, most of the beaches offer content designed to keep the entire family occupied. Swim, frolic or snorkel in the warm Adriatic at any of Zadar’s many beaches, or the surrounding islands, rent out kayaks or pedal-boats for some fun in the sun or energised coast-discovery or find inflatable polygons in nearby shoals. For a high-adrenaline, fun and relaxed outing, plan a day trip to Dalmaland, a sunny aqua-park designed especially for family-friendly water fun.
CLUE-GO ESCAPE ROOM
Anno 1202, crusaders are threatening to invade the city and your family is the only one who can save it. Right next to Zadar’s vibrant Kalelarga, the main street and entrance to the Old Town, you’ll find an escape room ideal for an all-age activity in a fun, safe and engaging environment.
ZADAR VR
Discovering contemporary Zadar is amazing, but walking through the Old Town while its ancient streets speak to you is even better. Through VR-technology, 8 historic sites of Zadar are revived and rise to meet you and your family. Avilable in 7 languages, this guided tour provides must-see Zadar localities and gives an overview of key historic events throughout its exciting history.
ZADAR PUPPET THEATER
If you’re more interested in offline-fun that provides a taste of Zadar’s contemporary culture, a trip to Zadar’s Puppet Theater is an ideal way to spend the evening with your loved ones. With over 60 years of puppet-mastery and a repertoire full of age-appropriate plays, this theater is an indelible part of Croatian theater history. With both live-action children’s plays and a vast array of puppeting techniques, a quiet evening in the Old Town theater might be ideal for a well-rounded stay.