Luxury villas in Kastela

If you are looking for a destination for your holiday, you can visit Croatia and stay in Kastela. It is a city that consists of 7 settlements between Split and Trogir. Read everything you need to know about Kastela in this Travel Guide to help you plan your holiday.

How to get to Kastela

Kastela is a town located on the Adriatic coast, between the city of Split and the city of Trogir. The most common way to get to Kastela is by air or by road. The closest Airport is Split Airport (which is actually in Kastela), but you can also fly to Zadar or Dubrovnik and then drive to Kastela.

There are also two E65 highway exits (Prgomet and Vučevica). Thus, Kastela Riviera is one of the best-connected vacation destinations in Croatia.

Kastela aerial view

What to do in Kastela?

Kastela Sightseeing

Since there are 7 settlements of Kastela you have a lot to choose from when it comes to sightseeing.

Each of the seven Kastela towns has its own historic center filled with narrow streets, old stone houses, and charming squares. Wander through these towns to soak in the local atmosphere and history.

You can visit the Vitturi castle, the place famous for the tragic love story of Miljenko and Dobrila, most people say that they are the Croatia Romeo and Julia located in Kastel Luksic.

You can enjoy the “Kastela Cultural Summer” that takes place every year from July to August. It offers you theatre shows, various exhibitions, concerts (both pop and classical), folklore manifestation, museum shows, and others.

Explore the Stomorija Nature Park: Stomorija is a protected natural area near Kastela, offering opportunities for hiking and enjoying the beautiful Mediterranean landscape. You can also visit the Stomorija Monastery located within the park.

Another good place to visit is Kastilac Fort (also known as Braavos from the series Game of Thrones).

For nature lovers, there is a 1,500-year-old Olive tree called Mastrinka that you can visit in Kastela.

If you want to explore Kastela you can do the Kastela Wine Carriage ride, it takes you through 5 settlements and you can learn a lot about the place on the tour.

Wine tasting in Kastela

Day Trips from Kastela

Because of the location and connections, Kastela is a great starting point for tours and island hopping.

You can do boat tours to nearby islands (Brac, Hvar, Solta, Drvenik, and more) if you want you can do private tours or mixed tours. Another great idea is to do a sailing trip.

National parks are also a great way to spend your day, you can visit the Krka Waterfalls or Plitvice Lakes (the most popular ones).

Nearby cities like Trogir, Split, Primsten, Sibenik, or even Dubrovnik are a must-see if you are staying in Croatia and want to explore.

The city Makarska and Biokovo mountain with its beautiful Skywalk and amazing beaches is also close by for a day tour.

Kastela is also famous for its vineyards and wineries, which is a good way to spend your time if you are a wine lover. Visit the wineries in Kastela with your loved ones or friends and try different varieties of wine.

Two of the wineries we recommend are Winery Vucica and Bedalov Winery. Fun fact is that it was recently discovered that the popular American grape zinfandel originates from Kastela!

Food tasting in Kastela

Restaurants in Kastela

There are lots of excellent restaurants in Kastela where you can enjoy the good local cuisine. Our recommendations for restaurants are:

• Restaurant Štacija - All flavors of the Mediterranean are combined into the dishes of the Restaurant Stacija. It is in Kaštel Lukšić and offers you a beautiful sea view as well as delicious meals, friendly staff, and a great atmosphere.
• Intrada Tavern - Located in Kaštel Novi, the Restaurant Intrada offers you freshly made and authentic meals and a lovely rustic atmosphere. It has been one of the most popular restaurants in Kastela for years and locals as well as tourists visit it.
• Restaurant Odmor - The Restaurant Odmor is in Kaštel Kambelovac, where you can try out traditional homemade Croatian cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere.
• Restaurant Baletna Skola - The Restaurant Baletna Skola is in the same name location in Kaštel Kambelovac, it is immersed in a pine forest and only a few meters away from the sea.
• Mala Mora Restaurant and cocktail bar - The restaurant Mala Mora is in Kaštel Lukšić on the promenade, so you can enjoy a great sea view while dining with your loved ones.
• Restaurant Focus - At Restaurant Bar Focus, you can indulge in a delightful culinary experience featuring Mediterranean and Croatian dishes. This establishment is renowned for its exceptional mixed grill, pizza, and pasta.

Beaches in Kastela

Beaches in Kastela

Kastela has lovely beaches that are great for friends and families who want to go swimming. You can also visit the beaches in Split, Trogir, and any nearby cities that offer other great beaches and activities.

Weather in Kastela

As it is part of the Mediterranean climate, Kastela has hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters. It is a great destination for the summer season to go swimming with temperatures that range from 27°C to 30°C but can often climb higher, in the summer.

We hope you found the Kastela Travel Guide helpful and that it will help you plan your holiday.