Church of St. Donatus

Overview

The Church of St. Donatus is a 9th-century circular church in Zadar, Croatia. It is one of the most significant prehistoric monuments in the country and a symbol of the city's rich history.

The church is a notable example of early medieval architecture and is named after St. Donatus, the Bishop of Zadar.

Historic Site Cultural Landmark

Location

Address

Grgura Mrganica, Zadar, Zadar

Neighborhood: Old Town

Coordinates

44.119400, 15.227800

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

tuesday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

wednesday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

thursday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

friday 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM

saturday 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

sunday 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Admission

Adults

50 kn

Children

25 kn

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

April-June, September-October

Best Time of Day

Early morning

fewer crowds

Duration Recommendations

Minimum

30 minutes

Recommended

1 hour

Full Experience

2 hours

Seasonal Highlights

spring

mild

• flowers
• gardens

summer

hot

• extended hours

autumn

cool

• fall colors

winter

cold

• holiday lights

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

Book ahead
Bring ID
Check weather

What to Bring

essential

ID water tickets

seasonal

jacket umbrella

not allowed

large bags drones

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: moderate

• stairs

Medical facilities: first aid available

Payment Information

Accepted

cash, cards

Currency

HRK

Typical Costs

entry 50 kn

parking 20 kn

food 50 kn

souvenirs 100 kn

Dress Code

casual, comfortable shoes, walking shoes, inappropriate clothing

Booking Tips

• 2 weeks
• official website
• 48 hours
• available

Amenities

Restrooms

Gift shop

Atm

Wifi

Lockers

Wheelchair rental

Stroller rental

On site restaurant

Cafe

Picnic areas

Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

Official App

Size: 50 MB

Features: Map, Audio guide, Tickets

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: Visitor center, Cafe

Charging Stations: Rest areas

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: Zadar International Airport

Distance: 12 km

Travel Time: 15 minutes

taxi

150 kn 15 min

public_transport

25 kn 20 min

From City Center

Distance: 1 km

walking

15 min

taxi

50 kn 5 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Historic importance

Historical Significance: Important events happened here

Insider Tips

Free entry early morning
Best food at back entrance

Local Recommendations

• Try local cafe
• Ask for guide John

Language Help

Useful Phrases

hello Bok

thank_you Hvala

where_is Gdje je

how_much Koliko košta

beautiful Lijepo

ticket Ulaznica

Guide Languages: English, Spanish, French

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Main entrance

Best Time: Golden hour

Tips: Low angle

Result: Great shot

#travel #history

Photography Rules

allowed areas outdoor areas

prohibited areas exhibitions

flash photography not allowed

commercial photography permit needed

drone policy prohibited

tripod policy restricted

selfie sticks allowed

Nearby Attractions

Ancient Roman Forum

Distance: 100m

Walking: 2 min

Type: Historic Site

St. Donatus Square

Distance: 50m

Walking: 1 min

Type: Square

Reviews

4.7

Based on 500 reviews

Recent Visitor Tips

"Book online"
"Visit early"
"Great views"

Contact Information

+385 23 202 145

info@zdarantiquities.hr

www.zdarantiquities.hr

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