Making the most of Brac
Use these notes to shape a realistic day ashore, then confirm any time-sensitive information for the date of your call.
Arriving at the port
Brač is an island in the Adriatic Sea, in the Split-Dalmatia county of Croatia, near the city of Split. It is the largest island in Dalmatia and has a population of 14,000.
Cruise ships visiting Brač often dock (or mostly anchor) at Sumartin or at Bol, a port town on the southeastern coast of the island.
Sightseeing
Bol, nestled on the southern coast of Croatia’s island of Brač, is a charming town known for its stone-paved lanes, historic Dominican Monastery, and proximity to Zlatni Rat, one of Croatia’s most celebrated beaches, whose shifting horn-shaped tip moves with winds and tides. Brač’s legendary white limestone, used in landmarks from Diocletian’s Palace to the U.S. Capitol, adds to the island’s distinctive character, while nearby vineyards and olive groves offer a taste of traditional Dalmatian life. Travelers can stroll the scenic waterfront, swim in crystal-clear waters, and enjoy easy access to the island’s natural beauty and coastal charm.
Getting around
In almost every place, it is possible to rent cars, scooters also quads and bicycles to explore the island
Vidova gora. It is the highest mountain of all Adriatic islands. It has a great view to the Zlatni Rat beach, place Bol and islands Hvar and Vis.
Visit many pebble beaches and private coves, diving, kitesurfing and windsurfing in Bol.
Money
Euro
Staying connected
Each townlet and village on the Brač island has its own dialect but many people speak English, German or Italian, especially if working in tourism.