Guidebook Updates for Croatia

For books printed before September 2025, the following may apply:

• Statehood Day, a public holiday across Croatia, is celebrated annually on May 30 (not June 25). June 25 is now Croatia's Independence Day (not October 8), but is no longer a public holiday, so travelers can expect businesses and sights to remain open as usual.
• Shops across Croatia are now closed on most Sundays throughout the year.

For books printed before August 2023, the following may also apply:

• As of January 2023, Croatia uses the euro and belongs to the Schengen open-borders zone.

For books printed before September 2025, the following may apply:

• In an effort to ease street congestion, Dubrovnik has enacted strict traffic regulations for the roads near the Old Town. This designated zone is accessible only to locals and to visitors who have pre-reserved parking (with a so-called "yellow pass"). Otherwise, you'll need to be careful to avoid this zone; if you enter it, even accidentally, you could be fined €260. If arriving by car, first check with your accommodations to see what they suggest; some may have a line on authorized parking nearby. If you're on your own, the easiest, most affordable choice is simply to park at Port Gruž, then ride a bus or taxi into town.
• A new public boat makes a single run from Dubrovnik's Port Gruž to Trsteno, then to Lokrum, and then back to Port Gruž four times a week in summer — handy if you want to visit both places in one day.
• Advance tickets are recommended for the boat to Lokrum to avoid long ticket-buying lines.
• The Red History Museum has changed its off-season closed day from Tuesday to Sunday.

For books printed before August 2023, the following may also apply:

• Dubrovnik's city walls now cost €40 to enter. While it's now possible to make reservations, you'll still have to contend with crowds and heat on top of the wall, so visiting early or late remains the best plan.
• The Pelješac Bridge has finally opened, making it possible to avoid the little stretch of Bosnian coastline when driving between Dubrovnik and Split.
• The interior of the Dominican monastery church may still be closed for renovation during your visit.
• The shuttle bus from the airport no longer stops at the Pile Gate in the Old Town. If you're staying near the gate, ride the airport shuttle to the bus station, then take a public bus (or taxi) to Pile Gate.

For books printed before September 2025, the following may apply:

• Hvar Fortress is now closed Nov–Easter.
• Pršuta 3 wine bar has closed.

For books printed before September 2025, the following may apply:

• The Rovinj Heritage Museum is closed indefinitely for extensive renovation.
• Pula's hop-on, hop-off bus is no longer running.
• The Archaeological Museum of Istria, in Pula, is expected to reopen after a lengthy renovation at some point in 2025.
• Rovinj's Villa Baron Gautsch is now Baron Gautsch B&B and has new contact info: +385 99 465 4328, [email protected].
• Elda Markulin Rooms/Apartments in Rovinj has closed.

For books printed before September 2025, the following may apply:

• The Marco Polo House has reopened as an interpretive center (on the same site at Ulica Depolo).
• The Town Museum is now closed Sundays year-round.
• Hotel Fabria is now San Teodoro, with a new owner, Teha, and a new email address: [email protected].

For books printed before September 2025, the following may apply:

• Plitvice Mirić Inn has a new phone number: +385 98 976 5846.

For books printed before August 2023, the following may apply:

• The City Museum's permanent exhibit remains closed for renovations, likely not reopening until 2026 at the earliest.
• Swimming is no longer allowed in the waterfalls at Krka National Park.

For books printed before September 2025, the following may apply:

• Samobor Museum is closed for renovations, likely through 2026.
• Several recommended restaurants have closed: ManO, Laria & Penati, and Green Point.