Getting around
High
Updated July 2026 · Sources cited: bookiscout.com, bolt.eu
Overall7.7/10Easier to get around than about 75% of cities
Good to know
Good to Know
- You do not need a car if staying in or near Zadar's Old Town, as all major attractions, restaurants, and a city beach are easily accessible on foot, and a car is only useful for day trips to regions outside the city.
- Zadar's historic Old Town is primarily a pedestrian zone, with narrow cobbled streets illuminated by streetlights and the glow from restaurants, creating a romantic atmosphere perfect for an evening stroll.
- Avoid local taxis at the airport unless you like giving away money, as even if they use the meter it will be outrageous; use Bolt or Uber instead.
- Zadar was recently recognized by the New York Times as one of the top seven cities worldwide offering an unparalleled pedestrian experience, sharing the spotlight with Paris, Marrakech, Seoul, Sydney, St. Louis, and Rio de Janeiro.
Car Rental
- Average Daily Rate
- €25
- Age Requirements
- The youngest age for securing cheap car rentals in Croatia is 18, but you will most likely have to pay a daily Young Renter fee if you are under 21, and at most cheap car rentals in Zadar you will not be subject to this fee if you are 21 or older.
- Price Range Note
- The average price to rent a car in Zadar is $25/day. October is the cheapest month at an average cost of $14/day, while July is the most expensive at $40/day on average.
Vehicle Types
- Medium
- €32
- Compact
- €20
- Economy
- €20
Walkability
- Getting Around Tier
- high
- Getting Around Tier Rationale
- The historic core is a pedestrian-friendly peninsula approximately 1.5 km long and 500m wide, where you can explore almost all major attractions on foot, eliminating the need for constant transport, combined with reliable local buses and ride-hailing apps for longer distances.
- Description
- Zadar is exceptionally walkable, particularly its historic Old Town peninsula (Poluotok), which is largely pedestrianized, with key attractions, restaurants, and the Sea Organ all within a 15-minute stroll. The Old Town is largely car-free, with only residents and delivery vehicles with special permits allowed at certain times, making it very safe and pleasant for walking.
Public Transit
- Description
- Local bus network operated by Liburnija is efficient for reaching areas like the main bus station or beaches, with a single ticket costing around €1.50. Zadar has a local bus service operated by Liburnija which is efficient during the day, but when it comes to getting around at night, most bus lines typically stop running around midnight or shortly thereafter, with very few, if any, operating through the early morning hours.
Airport Transport
Rideshare
- Description
- A taxi or Uber from airport will cost €25-€30.
Cost Range
- Low
- €25
- High
- €30
Shuttle Bus
- Cost
- €4.50
- Description
- Zadar Airport is located 12 km from the city center, with a dedicated airport shuttle bus meeting every arriving flight taking 25 minutes and costing approximately €4.50.
Bike And Scooter Rental
- Availability
- Bolt scooters available
- Notes
- Bolt scooters and e-bikes are a more sustainable alternative to private cars, safe, reliable, and eco-friendly. Specific pricing not found in current sources.
AI-generated estimateData refreshed July 2026
Sources cited for this category
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