Pretty Zaton Bay
Zaton is a picturesque and charming little village that stretches around a horseshoe-shaped bay, perfect for relaxing in the sunshine and swimming in the sea.
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Is Zaton Bay close to Dubrovnik Old Town?
Zaton Bay is a short drive from Dubrovnik Old Town (around 10-15 minutes) so it’s a great place to be based on a Croatian villa holiday! It’s a pretty bay comprising Mali Zaton and Veliki Zaton (Little Zaton and Big Zaton) there are little coves and swimming spots and plenty of pine trees for shade. It’s really pleasant to walk along the shore or just to sit in one of the little sea-front restaurants sipping a glass of local wine! The sea in Zaton is a particularly vivid colour and Zaton was a favourite of the old Dubrovnik aristocratic families who used to holiday here.
Savour in a Selection of Culinary Delights
Zaton has an enticing selection of eateries, a number of which are right on the sea edge so there are plenty of relaxing locations for lunch or dinner! Wander around the bay and stop at the likes of Konoba Restaurant Vala for fresh fish and seafood, or Restaurant Kasar inside an old boat house on a terrace, overlooking the sea! All meat and fish is cooked on hot coals outside the restaurant which adds a lovely smokiness to the flavours of a quite simple menu based on that days catch – perfect…
Seafood Specialities: Restaurant Ankora is a must
Restaurant Ankora in Zaton Bay is a must for its delicious seafood prepared right on he waters’ edge. Choose fresh, locally caught, fish of the day or wonderful shrimps and calamari. A cold glass of crisp Croatian white wine and the sparkling turquoise water surrounding the tables here makes for an all round super lunch or evening meal experience. It’s hard to leave this Dubrovnik restaurant!
Pretty Beaches: Relax on Zaton’s Beaches around the Bay
Idyllic little coves are dotted around Zaton bay with calm, shallow water, perfect for paddling and young children. Or choose a fishing boat quay under the shade of the pine and cypress trees to relax! You’ll find it very practical with swimming pool steps into the calm water and showers conveniently placed nearby.
Boat Trips & Water Sports
Take a boat trip into the Old Town of Dubrovnik or do a kayak trip and kayak around the bay taking in the peaceful coves and picturesque views.
Explore the Coast & Beaches
Take a trip to stunning Brsecine Beach nearby or be wowed at the unspoiled beauty of Veliki Zali Beach.
Trsteno Arboretum: A Game of Thrones Filming Location
Escape into another dimension with a trip to the serene ambiance of the Trsteno Arboretum, a Renaissance garden with a meandering pathway down to a pretty sea edge grotto and fresh water stream! The beautiful gardens are full of exotic plants brought back from sea captains over the centuries and make for a truly lovely day out. A swim at the bottom is a must. Of course, Trsteno is also a filming location for the popular series “Game of Thrones.”
Swimming in Zaton Bay
