Travel Guide of Plitvička Jezera in Croatia by Influencers and Travelers

Plitvička Jezera is a municipality in central Croatia, in the eastern part of the Lika-Senj county, that lies in and near the eponymous Plitvice Lakes National Park, bisected by the D1 main road.

The Best Things to Do and Visit in Plitvička Jezera

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1 - Plitvice Lakes National Park

Plitvice Lakes National Park is one of the oldest and largest national parks in Croatia. In 1979, Plitvice Lakes National Park was added to the UNESCO World Heritage register.

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2 - D1

The state road D1 is a national highway in Croatia. It is a one-lane highway that spans from Macelj border crossing in the north via Krapina, Zagreb, Karlovac, Slunj, Gračac, Knin, Sinj, ending in Split. It is 421.2 kilometres long overall.

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3 - Paragliding in Plitvice Lakes National Park

   22 km away

The backcountry in Bjelopolje has stunning views of the mountains and greenery Croatia is known for. Get away from the city and float about the endless nature, allowing you to live in the moment. Glide across the face of the hillside as you take...

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4 - Rastoke

   27 km away

Rastoke is a village, located in the Town of Slunj, known for the Slunjčica river, which flows into the river Korana at Rastoke. At Rastoke, similar natural phenomena are occurring as at the Plitvice Lakes. Rastoke is sometimes known as "the Small Lakes of Plitvice", and is connected to the Plitvice Lakes by the Korana river.

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5 - Slovin Unique - Rastoke

   27 km away
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6 - Mountain bike in Plitvice Lakes National Park

   13 km away

Cut the queues for the best views on this guided e-Bike tour of Plitvice Lakes National Park! Voted Croatia's most popular tourist attraction, Plitvice Lakes National Park is a bucket-list destination that delivers on both postcard beauty and al...

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7 - Štrbački buk

   40 km away

The Una is a border river between Bosnia and Herzegovina and Croatia and a right tributary of the Sava river. It is part of the Black Sea drainage basin, and its watershed has a size of 10.200 km², of which 8.080 km² belongs to Bosnia and Herzegovina, and 2.120 km² to Croatia.

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8 - Mrežnica

   45 km away

The Mrežnica is a river in Karlovac County, Croatia. It is 63 kilometres long and its basin covers an area of 64 square kilometres. Mrežnica is considered special due to its large number of waterfalls, totalling 93.

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9 - Sightseeing Tours in Plitvice Lakes National Park

   9 km away

Embark on a walking tour through the abandoned Zeljava airbase, situated near the scenic Plitvice Lakes. This excursion promises an unforgettable adventure, blending thrills, rich history, and intriguing anecdotes as you delve into the mysteries of t...

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Plitvicka Jezera National Park is the oldest and largest park in Croatia. It is located in the Gorska Hrvatska region, between the Mala Kapela and Licka Pljesivica mountain ranges. Endowed with exceptional beauty, the Plitvice Lakes area has always attracted nature lovers. Established in 1949, it is the first national park in Croatia. The Plitvice Lakes were included in the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1979.

The area of the Plitvice Lakes National Park has been expanded so that today it represents a total area of almost 115 square miles (300 km2). It includes not only the Plitvice Lakes which form a group of 16 large lakes, connected by 92 waterfalls or small tormented rivers, but also the surrounding forest. Which is home to many rare animal and plant species, the best-known representatives being the brown bear and the wolf. The fauna and flora are thriving, as evidenced by the richness of the lakes' fish life.

There are numerous limestone caves dug by the water near the lakes. You can visit the Supljara cave or the Golubnjaca cave, located at the base of the canyon.

The region offers many excursions to discover the rich and green fauna and flora, you will be conquered by so much beauty.

After your visit to the national park, you can visit the underground military airport which is a former abandoned military base with tunnels under the mountain, for fans of history and urban exploration, this visit is for you.

To enjoy the park to the fullest, the ideal season is from May to October, when temperatures are mild and there are not too many tourists.

Frequently Asked Questions by Travelers planning a trip to Plitvička Jezera

Is it possible to swim in the lakes of Plitvicka Jezera?

In order to preserve the Plitvice National Park, swimming is not allowed, but at the Krka waterfalls, you can take a bath in the lower part of the river.

Any restaurants and hotel recommendations near Plitvicka Jezera?

On site, you will find accommodation and food. At entrance 2 of Plitvice there are hotels, but also outside the park. There are some campsites in the area too. Book your accommodation for Plitvice in advance! At port P3, there are restaurants to eat before or after a good day of walking.

How to get to Plitvicka Jezera?

The Plitvice National Park is located between the cities of Zagreb and Zadar. It is 2 hours from Zagreb by the E65/E71 freeway and the D1 road. And 1.5 hours from Zadar by the E71freeway and the D1 road. There are two entrances to Plitvice National Park, entrance 1 is less frequented than entrance 2.

Do I have to pay to enter Plitvicka Jezera?

Yes, the entrance ticket gives access to the Plitvice National Park, with the right to use electric boats and mini-trains that allow you to save time inside the park.
The ticket price changes in high and low seasons. You can buy a 2-day pass.

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