Šibenik Accommodation

Searching for hotels in Šibenik (Croatia) or Šibenik accommodation?  Sibenik is a city and port in northern Dalmatia Croatia, not far from the estuary of the Krka River into the Bay of Sibenik. Sibenik is joined by narrow straits with the Sibenik Channel. The city is arranged amphitheatrically close to the natural harbour and on the surrounding hill slopes. The natural beauty in this region features a rich cultural and historical heritage of the city which attracts many tourists and excursionists.

The city, with an old fortress of St. Anne, St. John and Subicevac overlooking it, consists of the Old Town, characterized by narrow and steep alleys in the west, and the modern part in the north and south-east. The most favourite cultural events include the International Child's Festival (last week in June and first week in July), the Summer Organ School (in the last part of August). The Day of St. James (25th of July), the patron saint of the city, is festively remembered.

Sibenik lies at the intersection of the main roads Zadar, the railroad over Perkovic connects Sibenik with the railroad Zagreb .A ferry connects with the neighbouring islands (Prvic, Zlarin, Zirje, Kaprije, Obonjan). The historic town of Sibenik, associates itself with the expansion and development of the early Croatian state,which is rich in cultural and historical monuments. The most emblematic among them is the famous Cathedral of Sibenik, one of the most daring architectural designs of the late Middle Ages, primarily linked to the local maestro Juraj Matejev Dalmatinac (George of Dalmatia).

Sibenik is now a tourist centre situated in the area where the best-indented archipelago in Europe blends into the ecologically most attractive tourist and recreational zone on the Croatian Adriatic. Vacationing in Sibenik makes a good stop for those seeking a more authentic view of Dalmatian life. A historical site which is a must see is Croatia's most glorious church, the Cathedral of St James. Sibenik is the birthplace of one of the greatest world basketball players Drazen Petrovic.

There are many recreational sporting grounds, and Jadrija has beach-volleyball facilities. Water sports offer includes yachting and rowing. There are several diving clubs organizing diving courses and underwater photo-safari. Hunting of small game (hare, pheasant, etc.) is organized for advanced participants. There is a horseback riding school in Jadrtovac.

The city has a wide range of accommodation available to provide comfort and relaxation while in the city this includes the hotel resort of Solaris.
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