BEST PLACES TO ELOPE IN CROATIA

(advice from the photographer who has seen them all)

Hvar is a true gem of Croatia.

Hvar is great place to elope for several reasons. Firstly, it is a beautiful and romantic destination with stunning beaches, crystal clear waters, and picturesque landscapes, providing the perfect backdrop for a memorable and intimate wedding ceremony.

Secondly, Hvar offers a range of luxurious and charming accommodations, from boutique hotels to private villas, ensuring that you and your partner can enjoy a romantic and enjoyable elopement experience.

Additionally, Hvar is known for its delicious cuisine, vibrant nightlife, and rich cultural heritage, allowing you to celebrate your love in style and create lasting memories together.

Here are few of my favorite spots to exchange your vows in Hvar

Pakleni Islands is for or a more secluded and intimate elopement, consider taking a boat to one of the beautiful Pakleni Islands off the coast of Hvar. These islands offer pristine beaches, crystal-clear waters, and breathtaking natural scenery.

Hvar Fortress offers a dramatic and unique elopement location, consider exchanging vows at the historic Hvar Fortress, which offers panoramic views of the town and surrounding islands.

Lavender fields Hvar is known for its fragrant lavender fields, which bloom in the summer months. Consider eloping in a lavender field for a romantic and picturesque setting.

Private villa or beach For a more intimate and personalized elopement experience, consider renting a private villa or beachfront property in Hvar. This will allow you to have a secluded and exclusive ceremony with just your partner and any guests you choose to invite.

A stunning backdrop

for your love

Dubrovnik is one of the most well-preserved towns in the world. Being a UNESCO World Heritage site with its majestic ancient walls, charming streets and breathtaking views, Dubrovnik is at the top places both for luxury weddings and for intimate ones.

Some of the most romantic places to elope in Dubrovnik include:

The Old Town: With its charming cobblestone streets, historic architecture, and stunning views of the Adriatic Sea, the Old Town of Dubrovnik is a popular choice for couples looking to elope in a romantic setting.

Srđ hill: Sad hill offers the best views of Dubrovnik old town and nearby islands. It is especially good very early in the morning or at the sunset. You can not privatize a place for your elopement. But there are no fees required to have an intimate ceremony there.

Sponza Palace: Sponza Palace is a fine example of Renaissance architecture in Dubrovnik boasted a colonnaded courtyard and an elegant facade. It's a dreamy place to elope. It very popular wedding venue  and it needs to be booked ahead.

Park Orsula: Park Orsula offers wonderful views of Dubrovnik and the area. A privatization fee is required.

Lokrum Island: Just a short boat ride from Dubrovnik, Lokrum Island offers secluded beaches, lush gardens, and peaceful walking trails, making it a perfect spot for a private elopement ceremony. A privatization fee is required.

Sveti Jakov Beach: This beautiful pebble beach is located just a short distance from Dubrovnik's Old Town and offers breathtaking views of the city walls and the crystal-clear waters of the Adriatic Sea, making it a picturesque location for a beach elopement. This place can not be privatized therefore should be avoided in highest season.

Fort Lovrijenac: Perched high on a cliff overlooking the Adriatic Sea, Fort Lovrijenac offers panoramic views of Dubrovnik and its surrounding islands, making it a dramatic and romantic setting for an elopement ceremony.

Dubrovnik Riviera: Stretching along the coast of the Adriatic Sea, the Dubrovnik Riviera is home to a number of picturesque villages and secluded coves, making it a perfect location for a private and intimate elopement ceremony.

Overall, Dubrovnik offers a variety of romantic and picturesque settings for couples looking to elope in this beautiful coastal city.

Your elopement in a vibrant city

Split is a vibrant city located on the eastern shore of the Adriatic Sea, in Croatia. It’s known for its stunning waterfront, historic center, and the Diocletian’s Palace, which was built by the Roman emperor Diocletian in the 4th century AD. Today, Split is the largest city in the Dalmatia region and a popular tourist destination, offering visitors a mix of ancient history, beautiful beaches, and lively nightlife.

If you’re looking to elope in Split, here are some beautiful locations to consider.

Diocletian’s Palace: A UNESCO World Heritage Site, this ancient palace complex offers stunning architecture and historical charm. I will handpick for you the best locations to have romantic photos away of tourist crowds. It gets very crowded during the high season, therefore early morning elopement is advisable.

Marjan Hill: For a picturesque outdoor ceremony with panoramic views of the city and the Adriatic Sea. It's a perfect place for a sunset elopement. 

Ivan Meštrović Gallery: A gorgeous art museum and serene lush garden with sculptures, ideal for intimate ceremonies. I s majestic architecture inspires and sets a stunning backdrop for elopement photography. It's less touristy compared to the Diocletian's Palace and elopement can be done both in the mornings and during the sunsets. The fees of the venue may apply. 

Sustipan Park: Just a short walk from a Diocletian's Palace and you arrive to a beautiful peninsula overlooking Diocletian's palace and nearby islands. It's an ideal place to hide away from summer heat under big pine trees. No entrance fee.

Salona in Solin: Located between Split Airport and Diocletian's Palace, this is a secluded place to elope amid historical backdrop. Ideal for an intimate ceremony. Privatization fee is required.

Kasjuni Beach: A stunning beach with crystal-clear waters and beautiful scenery. Since a part of the beach can not be privatized, the best time to elope is during April, May, September & October.

These locations provide a mix of historic charm, natural beauty, and romantic ambiance, making them perfect for a memorable elopement in Split.

Šibenik offers unique picturesque settings for an elopement.

Sibenik Old town: Let Sibenik old town be your elopement ground. Depending on the time of the day, I will choose the best locations for you to create romantic photos.

St. Michael’s Fortress offers a gorgeous view of Sibenik old town. It's a beautitufl historic backdrop to say "Yes". Fees may apply

Krka National Park is a great place for nature lovers. Eloping near a breathtaking waterfall sounds like a dream. It can be very crowded during the summer months. Be sure to do it either early in the morning or late in the evening, right before the park closes.

D-Resort Sibenik is located on a peninsular overlooking Sibenik old town and its bay. Its sunset position is ideal. And what can be even better than having an intimate ceremony at the roof of the hotel styled as wooden deck with a sunset view?

Kornati islands: Take a sail boat and go to Kornati islands to see raw beauty, the Mediterranean as it once was. Eloping on a sailing

boat? Sounds so romantic!

Korčula  offers enchanting locations for an elopement.

Consider the secluded beaches along the southern coast, such as Pupnatska Luka or Žrnovo’s Žitna Bay, for intimate ceremonies with stunning sea views.

Alternatively, the historic Old Town of Korčula, with its charming narrow streets and medieval architecture, provides a romantic backdrop for exchanging vows.

You can also explore nearby vineyards or olive groves for a unique and picturesque setting.

Moro beach set on Stupa Vela island is a laid back venue for an intimate elopement. 

The island of Brač is all about stunning natural beauty, diverse landscapes, and rich cultural heritage.

Golden Horn beach is  known for its unique shape and clear turquoise waters.

Vidova Gora is a nature lovers' paradise.  Its the  highest peak in the Adriatic islands, offers panoramic views of the Adriatic Sea and surrounding islands, making it a memorable spot for an elopement ceremony.

Villa: Island of Brac offers great choice of private villas right by the sea or set on a hill top with a fantastic view. Setting an elopement ceremony in a private atmosphere is a wonderful idea. After the ceremony you can have catering or dinner with a private chef and cocktail master.

Pučišća or Škrip are charming villages if you a re looking for more intimate and traditional settings.

Let's discuss the best 
option for your elopement