Croatia legalized homosexuality in 1977. While the LGBT community can’t marry, and homosexuality remains generally frowned upon, common-law marriage rights are given to same-sex couples who have lived together for over three years. Finally, while sharing a double hotel room in larger cities won’t ruffle feathers, it may cause a stir in small cities.
Gay Activity:Â Legal
Lesbian Activity:Â Legal
Gay Marriage:Â Civil Unions
Right to Change Gender:Â Legal, but requires surgery
Same-Sex Adoption:Â Single gays may adopt, but gay couples may not.
LGBT Discrimination:Â Illegal
Equal Age of Consent:Â Equal
There’s a small but growing gay scene in Croatia’s larger cities and tourist destinations such as Zagreb, Split & Rovinj. Keep in mind public displays of affection could attract negative attention.
Gay Villages in Croatia
There are no gay villages in Croatia.
Pride Festivals in Croatia
Zagreb Pride: Annually in May/June.
Best Gay Bars in Croatia
Zagreb:Â Hotpot
Zagreb:Â Rush
Zagreb: G-Bar
Best Lesbian Bars in Croatia
We are not aware of any Lesbian-specific bars or parties.
5. Plitvice Lakes National Park
18km of boardwalk snake around a series of postcard-perfect waterfalls cascading together into the country’s famous lakes.
4. Zagreb
From Upper Town’s red roofs to Lower Town’s neo-baroque and art deco buildings, Zagreb is an architecture fanatics’ dream destination.
3. Bol
This tourist-heavy island is home to some of the Dalmatian Coast’s best beaches, not least of which includes Zlatni Rat.
2. Hvar
Visit the UNESCO World Heritage region of Stari Grad Plain on the fertile island of Hvar to wallow in the long-lasting impact of Greek colonization in Croatia.
1. Dubrovnik
Beloved Dubrovnik has seen a new rise in tourism thanks to HBO harnessing the city’s grand beauty as a major filming location for Game of Thrones. Wander the grand city walls for an awe-inspiring view of Dubrovnik’s limestone streets, baroque buildings and the endless azure Adriatic.
Best Time to Visit:Â June and September
Electricity:Â C- and F-type sockets
Time Zone: (GMT+01:00) Sarajevo, Skopje, Warsaw, Zagreb
Covid-19 Vaccination Requirements: We’re dedicated to ensuring our tours are safe for everyone, but it is our belief that each traveler has a responsibility to protect themselves and their fellow travellers from COVID-19. As of May 1, 2023, Out Adventures no longer requires guests to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination on most of our tours. If vaccination is a requirement for entry, or on select cruises, this will be communicated at the time a trip is confirmed to depart. Before booking, we recommend that you read our COVID-19 Information Page and our COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions to understand what we’re doing to minimize risk, and what will happen if you contract COVID-19 before or during an Out Adventures tour.
Other Vaccinations: Based on the entry requirements for Croatia, there are no other vaccinations needed for entry. To determine if you should take preventative measures to reduce the risk of illness, you should consult your doctor or a travel medical clinic, as Out Adventures cannot provide vaccination recommendations.
Visas: Visit Croatia’s Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs website for up-to-date information on Visa requirements.
Last updated on Sept 24, 2021. Disclaimer: The information provided was accurate at the time of publishing, but cannot be guaranteed.