Romantic Holidays to Croatia

Croatia's smaller towns reward couples who want cobbled streets, sea views and dinners at a steady pace.

• Rovinj: Rovinj is a small Istrian fishing town whose old quarter rises from the sea on a peninsula, dominated by the Church of St Euphemia. We recommend it for couples who want an evening walk through narrow lanes that end at the water, followed by seafront restaurants where the menus lean toward fresh fish. The trade-off is that the old town is compact, so you will want to base yourselves nearby rather than expect a long list of nightlife options. For a quiet, picturesque romance built around the sea, it is hard to beat, and it is exactly the kind of relaxed escape that our Cheap Croatia Holidays deals are designed to deliver.
• Motovun: Motovun is a hilltop medieval town in the Istrian interior, where the streets climb to a view across surrounding vineyards and rolling countryside. It suits couples who enjoy wine and a slower pace, with truffle-themed dishes and local wines forming the backbone of many evenings. The town is small and inland, so you will need a hire car or a booked transfer to reach it, which is worth planning for. We find it works best as a day or overnight escape from the coast, offering a very different kind of romance, the same brief our Croatia All Inclusive Holidays deals are built around.
• Trogir: Trogir is a small medieval old town on an island, with a historic centre listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a waterfront lined with cafés. It sits a short drive from the nearby coastal city, making it an easy evening trip for couples who want history without the scale of a larger city. The downside is that it fills with day visitors in peak hours, so an early evening stroll or a late dinner is the better choice. For an atmospheric old town on the water, it offers a lovely balance.
• Korcula: Korcula is a walled island town reached by ferry from Orebic and from the neighbouring southern city, and it is often described as a calmer alternative to that busier coastal destination. Its harbour restaurants suit an unhurried evening out, and the narrow streets inside the walls are pleasant to explore on foot in the cooler hours. Ferry timings govern how easily you can reach it, so the crossing needs planning around your other stops. Its quieter pace makes it a strong choice for couples who prefer conversation over crowds. Croatia holidays
• Dubrovnik old town: Dubrovnik's walled old town is pedestrian only and atmospheric after dark, with lit stone streets and views over the sea from the walls. The city walls encircle the old town on a circuit of roughly two kilometres, and in the evening the light on the stone is especially flattering. Summer evenings can be busy, so we suggest visiting after the day crowds leave or choosing a quieter season. For couples who want history and sea views in one walk, it remains one of the strongest options. Dubrovnik holidays