Villas in Zadar
Zadar suits couples and families who want a walkable Adriatic city with a Roman forum, a free Sea Organ and island ferries nearby. Summers are hot, and our homes are spread across the wider area rather than sitting in the old town. Most sleep around four, and nearly all have air conditioning.
- Villas
- 93
- From, per week
- £354
About Zadar
Zadar's old town sits on a promontory that was once cut off from the mainland by a deep moat, now filled in, facing the islands of Ugljan and Pašman across the narrow Zadar Strait. It has the largest Roman forum on the eastern Adriatic, founded under Augustus, and the round 9th-century church of St Donatus. The seafront Sea Organ, which makes music from wave motion through 35 pipes, is free and best at sunset. Our homes are scattered over a wide area around the city, so check each position. Beaches near the centre include Kolovare, Borik with its hotel complex, and family-oriented Vitrenjak. About a quarter of the homes have a pool. Some bars, such as Mango, open only in summer, and flights thin out in autumn and winter.
Is Zadar right for you?
- Best for
- Couples and families wanting a walkable old town and island ferries
- Not for you if
- You want a house in the old town itself, because our homes are scattered around the wider Zadar area.
Near Zadar
Ugljan
The island directly across the Zadar Strait, served by local boats from the city.
Pašman
The second island facing Zadar across the strait, alongside Ugljan.
Kornati Islands
A national park of more than 80 islands, reached by chartering or renting a boat.
Getting to Zadar
Zadar Airport is at Zemunik Donji, about 8 km from the centre, with seasonal flights from London Stansted with Ryanair and Gatwick with easyJet. Airport buses run to meet arriving flights. Buses to Zagreb take about three and a half hours. A car helps for homes outside the centre.
When to go to Zadar
July and August are the hottest months, with highs of roughly 28 to 30 degrees and a sea of about 25, and swimming is possible from May to October. May and June are best for sailing winds. July is the driest month, October and November the wettest. Autumn and winter bring fewer flights.
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Silvija
Zadar, North Dalmatia, Croatia
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Villa Amfora with heated pool, wellness and tennis
Zadar, North Dalmatia, Croatia
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Zadar villa holidays: questions answered
Is Zadar old town walkable?
Yes. The centre is easy to walk, and the old town sits on a small promontory. Local buses run from the Mala Pošta hub, but our homes are spread out, so check how far yours is.
Is the Sea Organ in Zadar free?
Yes, it is free. The Sea Organ uses wave motion and 35 pipes to make music, with a light display, and the seafront walk is a good place to be at sunset.
Which beach is nearest to Zadar's centre?
Kolovare, which is close to the centre and popular with locals. Borik has a large hotel complex with parasailing and water slides, and Vitrenjak is mostly families, near the Uskok sailing club.
Is Zadar too hot in August?
August is among the hottest months, with highs of roughly 28 to 30 degrees and a sea of about 25. July is the driest month. May and June are cooler but still allow swimming from May.
Which airport serves Zadar?
Zadar Airport, about 8 km from the centre. Ryanair flies seasonally from London Stansted and easyJet from Gatwick, and airport buses run to meet arriving flights. Fewer flights run in autumn and winter.
Can you reach islands from Zadar?
Yes. Local boats serve Ugljan, Dugi Otok, Olib, Mali Lošinj and Premuda, and the Kornati Islands, a national park of more than 80 islands, can be reached by boat charter.
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Written by the TrustedVillas team. Last reviewed October 2026.
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