Luxury holidays in Hvar

When to go

Visit Hvar during the summer to experience the region’s crystal-clear waters and Mediterranean climate. Coming here out of season – say, October and November – will mean fewer crowds and will give you the opportunity to attend the local Big Game Fishing event and the squid fishing championship of Peskafondo.

Getting there

• Planes

  Hvar’s closest international airports are found in Split and Dubrovnik with ferries leaving from both harbours several times a day and arriving directly into the Old Town. Travelling from Split to Hvar is typically the preferred route due to shorter travel times of around two hours.

• Automobiles

  For those looking to explore beyond the tourist-centric Old Town, driving around this 76-square-mile island is a great way to reach the quieter regions of Stari Grad, Jelsa, and Vrboska. Given the simple roads, driving around Hvar is a stress-free way to discover the hidden beauty that sits along the coastlines of Croatia’s answer to St. Tropez.