• Narodni trg u Zadru - People’s Square traces its origins back to the Middle Ages, originally known as Platea Magenta, the hub of public life. On the northern side stands the City Guard (Gradska straža), designed by Venetian architect Michele Sanmicheli and constructed in 1562.
• Narodni trg u Zadru - St Lawrence Church
  The remnants of this pre-Romanesque church from the 11th century are the oldest part of Narodni trg and can be accessed through Cafe Lovro on the square.
• St. Simon’s Church - In the Church of St Simeon in Zadar, a silver casket of immense artistic value holds the mummified body of Simeon the God-receiver (Šimun, Šime), a devout elder who cradled the infant Jesus. According to the New Testament Gospel of Luke, Simeon the Elder, inspired by the Holy Spirit and regarded as a prophet, visited the Jerusalem temple to embrace the Child of God and acknowledge the one who would bring salvation to all. His body is preserved in Zadar, where Saint Simeon is the patron saint, and the casket is considered the most valuable piece of Medieval goldsmith art in Croatia.
• Five Wells - The Square is situated between the medieval City Walls with a cornice and the Renaissance bastion Grimani, home to Croatia’s oldest park named after Queen Jelena Madijevka. The Square features five wells aligned in a row. In the Middle Ages, a defensive ditch lay beneath the old city walls. In the 16th century, the Venetians aided the city in resisting Turkish sieges by constructing a large water cistern with five decorative wellheads, giving the square its name.
• Perivoj kraljice Jelene Madijevke - Queen Jelena Madijevka Park
  Named after Queen Jelena Madijevka (Medici), this park was built atop the Grimaldi bastion by Five Wells Square. Established by Austrian commander Baron Franz Ludwig von Welden in 1829, a passionate botanist and admirer of Dalmatian flora, it was the first public park in Dalmatia. Creating a garden on a military structure was an unusual decision, but one for which Zadar is eternally grateful.
• Trznica Zadar - Zadar’s main green market, located in the city’s old part on the peninsula, along with a closed fish market, is a vital, traditional hub of urban life in Zadar. Known as Trzhnica, or Pijaca by Zadar Radio, it boasts the longest uninterrupted history in Zadar. Although the main market has been at its current location since 1952, it was previously at the expansive ancient Roman Forum. This site is a continuous exhibition with a permanent display of locally grown organic food, including fruits, vegetables, freshly caught fish, home-grown meat, traditional local products, and souvenirs.
• Church of St. Krsevan - The Church of St. Chrysogonus (Croatian: Crkva sv. Krševana) is a Roman Catholic church in Zadar, Croatia, named after Saint Chrysogonus, the city’s patron saint. The Romanesque church was consecrated by Lampridius, Archbishop of Zadar, in 1175. Built on the site of a Roman emporium, it replaced the Church of Saint Anthony the Hermit and is the only remaining part of a large medieval Benedictine abbey. In 1387, Elizabeth of Bosnia, the murdered queen dowager of Hungary and Dalmatia, was secretly buried in the church, where her body remained for three years before being moved to the Székesfehérvár Basilica. Construction of a bell tower began in 1485 but was abandoned in 1546 and never completed.
• Cathedral of St. Anastasia - Constructed in the 12th and 13th centuries, Zadar’s cathedral features a richly decorated facade and an impressive three-nave interior with fresco remnants in the side apses. The cathedral suffered significant damage during WWII but has since been restored. In the left apse, a marble sarcophagus holds the relics of St Anastasia, while the choir boasts intricately carved stalls. A glass vestibule allows a view inside when the cathedral is closed, which is often.
• Church of St. Donatus - One of Zadar’s most fascinating aspects is the way Roman ruins appear to emerge from the city’s streets. This is particularly evident at the ancient Forum site, built between the 1st century BC and the 3rd century AD. As in Roman times, it remains the center of civic and religious life, with St Donatus’ Church dominating one side.
• Church of St. Donatus - Dating back to the early 9th century, this unique circular Byzantine-style church was named after the bishop who commissioned it. As one of the few structures from the early Croatian kingdom to survive the 13th-century Mongol invasion, it holds significant cultural importance. The simple, unadorned interior includes two complete Roman columns, repurposed from the Forum, along with paving slabs revealed after the original floor was removed. The church has not been used for services for about 200 years and now often serves as a concert hall or exhibition space.

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Discover Zadar’s Old Town with a Local Guide | History, Culture & Hidden Gems

Travel back in time and explore the rich history of Zadar on this walking tour led by a licensed local guide. Stroll through the picturesque stone streets and see landmarks such as the Roman Forum, St. Donatus Church, and the Cathedral of St. Anastasia.

Listen to captivating stories and legends as you walk through the Land Gate, Sea Gate, and along the historic City Walls. Explore the Square of Five Wells and secret spots known only to locals.

Conclude the tour with some free time at the renowned Sea Organ and soak in the enchanting atmosphere as the sun sets over the Adriatic Sea. Your guide will be happy to offer recommendations on local restaurants, shops, and activities to enjoy after the tour.

✅ Small group experience
✅ Excellent introduction to Zadar
✅ Ideal for first-time visitors
✅ English-speaking licensed guide

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.