Korcula Croatia Holidays
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The most beautiful island town in Croatia — a perfectly preserved medieval walled town on a small peninsula, claimed birthplace of Marco Polo, with extraordinary Venetian Gothic architecture, crystal-clear water, excellent wine and the most romantic and atmospheric island in Dalmatia
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Flight Time
2h 30m to Split + 3h ferry, or 2h 30m to Dubrovnik + 2h ferry
Best Time
May to June, September to October
Country
Croatia
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Korcula Holiday Guide
Korcula is the most beautiful island town in Croatia — the medieval walled town, the Marco Polo connection, the Moreska sword dance, the finest white wines in Croatia and crystal-clear water. Less crowded than Hvar and Dubrovnik.
May, June, September and October are ideal.
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Popular Areas in Korcula
Average Temperatures
Jan
11°C
Feb
12°C
Mar
14°C
Apr
17°C
May
21°C
Jun
25°C
Jul
29°C
Aug
29°C
Sep
25°C
Oct
20°C
Nov
15°C
Dec
12°C
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Call 01282 960 460Top 8 Things To Do in Korcula
The medieval walled town, the Marco Polo connection, the Moreska sword dance, the finest white wines in Croatia and the most romantic and atmospheric island in Dalmatia.
The Old Town
Korcula Old Town is the most beautiful island town in Croatia — a perfectly preserved medieval walled town on a small peninsula, with extraordinary Venetian Gothic architecture, narrow herringbone-patterned streets (designed to channel sea breezes and deflect winter winds), beautiful churches and palaces, and the most romantic and atmospheric old town in Dalmatia. The town is smaller and less crowded than Dubrovnik but almost as beautiful — the finest destination in Croatia for those who want medieval atmosphere without the crowds.
Marco Polo
Korcula is the claimed birthplace of Marco Polo — the most celebrated explorer in history, who is said to have been born in Korcula in 1254 (though Venice also claims him). The Marco Polo House (the alleged birthplace of the explorer, in the heart of the old town) is the most visited attraction in Korcula. The Marco Polo Tower (the finest viewpoint in the old town, with extraordinary views of the harbour and the surrounding islands) is the most photographed monument in Korcula. The Marco Polo connection gives Korcula a unique and romantic identity.
Moreska Sword Dance
The Moreska is the most extraordinary traditional performance in Croatia — a dramatic sword dance performed in Korcula Town, telling the story of a battle between two kings for the hand of a princess. The dance has been performed in Korcula for over 400 years and is the most important cultural tradition on the island. Performances are held every Thursday evening in summer (July and August) in the open-air theatre near the old town walls. The Moreska is the finest cultural experience in Dalmatia and is unmissable for visitors to Korcula.
Wine & Food
Korcula has the finest wine in Croatia — the island produces two extraordinary white wines: Grk (a unique grape variety found only on the Lumbarda peninsula of Korcula — the most distinctive and celebrated white wine in Croatia) and Posip (the most widely planted white grape on the island — a rich, full-bodied white wine with extraordinary complexity). The food on Korcula is excellent — the most celebrated dishes include grilled fish, lamb roasted under a peka, black risotto and the finest olive oil in Dalmatia.
Beaches & Swimming
Korcula has excellent swimming — the water is crystal-clear and warm (22–26°C in summer). The beaches are mostly pebble and rock (the island is limestone) but the water quality is extraordinary. The finest beaches include the beaches around Lumbarda (the most beautiful and sandy beaches on the island, 6km east of Korcula Town), the beaches of Vela Luka (the most sheltered bay on the island, on the west coast) and the beaches around Racisce (the most unspoilt and quietest beaches on the island).
Lumbarda & the Island
Lumbarda is the most charming village on Korcula — a beautiful, quiet village 6km east of Korcula Town, with the finest sandy beaches on the island (Przina Beach — the most beautiful sandy beach in the Korcula area), excellent restaurants and the most authentic and unhurried atmosphere on the island. The Grk wine vineyards around Lumbarda are the most distinctive landscape on Korcula. The island interior (the Smokvica and Cara wine villages) is the finest area for wine tourism in Dalmatia.
Island Hopping
Korcula is an excellent base for island hopping — the island is well-connected by ferry to Split (3 hours), Dubrovnik (2 hours by catamaran) and Hvar (1.5 hours). The nearby island of Lastovo (the most remote and unspoilt island in Dalmatia, 1.5 hours by ferry from Vela Luka) is the finest day trip from Korcula. The Peljesac Peninsula (the finest wine peninsula in Croatia, connected to the mainland opposite Korcula) is the best destination for wine tourism near Korcula.
Practical Tips
Korcula is accessible by ferry from Split (3 hours to Vela Luka or Korcula Town) and by catamaran from Dubrovnik (2 hours to Korcula Town). There is no airport on Korcula — fly to Split or Dubrovnik and take the ferry. May to June and September to October are the best times to visit — the island is much less crowded than Hvar and Dubrovnik and is at its most beautiful in spring and autumn. Book accommodation in Korcula Town well in advance for peak season.
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