A Croatian coastal town with red-tiled roofs sits beside a deep blue sea dotted with boats.

Dalmatia

Primošten

A small old town on a peninsula between Šibenik and Trogir, surrounded by stone-walled vineyards.

Region

Dalmatia

Best time to visit

May–June, September

Ideal trip length

1–2 days

Main highlights

Old town peninsula, St George’s church, Bucavac vineyards

Primošten is a compact old town on a small rounded peninsula between Šibenik and Trogir. Its church of St George stands at the top of the hill, and the town is almost completely surrounded by sea.

Why visit

Walk up through the lanes to the church and cemetery for one of the classic views of the Dalmatian coast. Pine-shaded pebble beaches run along the bay on both sides of the old town.

Just outside, the Bucavac vineyards are a striking landscape of tiny plots enclosed by dry stone walls, where the local Babić red wine is grown. Primošten is a quiet base for Šibenik, Krka National Park and Trogir.

Where to stay

Stay in or right next to the old town to walk to beaches and restaurants. Apartments on the Raduča side are close to the longer beaches.

Getting there and around

Primošten is just off the coastal road, about 30 minutes from Šibenik and under an hour from Split Airport. Buses on the Split–Šibenik route stop here.

Parking

The old town is pedestrian. Use the paid car parks at its edge, which get busy on summer evenings.

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Travel guides

Frequently asked questions

Is Primošten good for families?

Yes – the beaches are close, the town is small and calm outside the peak weeks.

Can I visit Krka National Park from Primošten?

Yes, the park entrances near Šibenik are around half an hour away by car.

Photo gallery

Primošten in photos

13 photos

  • Primošten’s red-roofed old town sits beside a bright blue bay, framed by green coastal trees.
  • Pebble beach and tree-lined promenade in Primošten, with the old town across the clear blue water.
  • Pebble beach on the Croatian coast with swimmers, anchored sailboats and a white sun umbrella
  • Rows of gravestones in a coastal cemetery overlook the blue sea and small islands.
  • A pale stone church with a bell tower stands among pine trees near the coast in Croatia.
  • A stone church and clock tower beside a shaded garden with a bench.
  • Swimmers in clear turquoise water beside a rocky cove on the Croatian coast
  • A small motorboat floats in clear water beside a Croatian town beach and waterfront buildings.
  • Two bronze figures sit in a small rowing boat in clear harbour water, with sailboats in the background.

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