Vis Island

Located off Croatia’s southern Adriatic coast, the island of Vis is one of the most remote in Dalmatia. Once a military base, it remained off-limits to visitors for decades. Yet despite its hidden past, this enchanting island has become synonymous with an authentic Croatian holiday experience.

Though the island presents itself with modesty regarding its natural wonders, Vis offers captivating landscapes that enchant visitors with their authenticity and unspoiled nature. Its coastline is adorned with numerous bays, while the inland is covered with vineyards, olive groves, and lush vegetation.

Two main ports are Vis and Komiža, located at opposite ends of the island, both unique in their own ways. It is an island where time seems to stand still, and days pass by in their own languid rhythm. Welcoming to yachtsmen, wine lovers, and nature enthusiasts alike, the island of Vis is also a major draw for divers.

There are numerous dive sites, especially along the southern coast of the island, where you can take your time exploring sunken ships, planes, and submarines, as well as many broken amphorae and fascinating marine life.

A sailors’ haven is the small island of Ravnik, located just a few hundred meters from the southeastern tip of Vis, where you can visit the Green Cave, illuminated by emerald-colored light.

Northeast of Ravnik is another small island called Budikovac, a popular sailing destination due to its breathtaking lagoon, pebble beaches, and a lovely bay.

The island’s landmark, however, is the unforgettable Stiniva Beach. Usually listed as one of the most beautiful beaches in Europe and protected as a nature reserve, this white-pebbled beach will enchant you with its steep, 35-meter-high cliffs that form a dramatic entrance to the sea.

Due to its world-famous beaches and the recent Hollywood film shooting that took place here, the island of Vis is enjoying a moment of fame and has piqued the interest of many holidaymakers. However, the island still remains what it has always been: a slice of heaven undisturbed by the outside world.

Vis (The Town)

The town of Vis is located on the northeastern part of the island of Vis. Surrounded by a well-protected bay, this charming coastal town is a Mediterranean vision in olive green, terracotta, and azure.

Once you dock here, you are immediately at the center of everything, facing a long waterfront promenade lined with intimate cafés, restaurants, and shops.

As one of the oldest urban centers in Croatia, the town of Vis boasts numerous historical sites.
You can find the remains of an ancient theatre built on the foundations of the Franciscan Monastery on the Prirovo Peninsula, as well as a Hellenistic cemetery and the Perast Tower.

There is an Archaeological Museum housed in a 19th-century Austrian fortress, featuring the largest collection of Hellenistic artifacts in Croatia.

Built by the British during Napoleonic times, Fort George adds a stunning historical ambiance to its Sunset Bar and Club, an open-air lounge with mesmerizing views. Here, you will also find a restaurant and an art gallery.

During the summer months, Fort George hosts numerous DJs, making it the town’s main party venue.

With a wide range of dining options across the island, food lovers will feel at home here. One of the best-known restaurants on the island is Pojoda, which pays homage to Vis's culinary heritage by serving fresh, top-quality seafood.

If you're in the mood for something simpler, try the best pizza in town at Pizzeria Karijola.

Once here, it would be a pity not to try two of the indigenous grape varieties that have been cultivated in local vineyards for centuries: Plavac Mali and Vugava.

You can visit former military bases and enjoy numerous sports activities such as tennis, basketball, cricket, or paragliding.

Komiža

Located at the foot of the 600-meter-high Mt. Hum, Komiža is one of the two most important settlements on the island of Vis.
A cluster of quintessential stone buildings, colorful window shutters, narrow alleyways, and a waterfront promenade lined with restaurants draws many visitors to Komiža.

Both the western and eastern sides of the town are surrounded by lovely pebble beaches, including Kamenica Beach, where you will find Aquarius, an open-air discotheque.

Just off the coast of Komiža are numerous little islands worth exploring. However, the islet of Biševo, located southwest of Komiža, is home to the area’s biggest attraction: the Blue Cave. Accessible only by boat, the cave becomes flooded by amazing shades of blue, a natural phenomenon that occurs most intensely between 11 a.m. and 12 p.m.

As an old fishing port, Komiža is home to the Fishermen’s Museum, set in a 16th-century Venetian tower. You can also enjoy amazing seafood and other specialties. Two of the most unique and famous restaurants here are Konoba Bako and Konoba Jastožera, where, apart from great food, you get to enjoy wonderful sea views.

Bakery Cukar, on the other hand, is an unavoidable stop for all chocoholics and dessert lovers. After some fine dining, you can head to an open-air cinema or take a leisurely stroll along these quaint streets, whose Mediterranean charm quickly gets under your skin.