The beaches are quite numerous in Split and its surroundings. On this page visitorscan find a list of beaches that we definitely recommend to visit if they decide to spend their vacation in Split.
Bačvice beach is the most popular and most famous beach in Split. This beach is specific in that bathers are present throughout the year. This beach is always full of people and you can’t have your privacy. Very shallow at a distance of 100 m and is suitable for various activities. The most popular game on this sandy beach is "Picigin". Picigin is a traditional, old game with a small ball that you have to hit with your hand all the time, but the ball must not fall into the sea and the game must not stop. It is assumed that Bačvica beach is the only beach where 'Picigin' is played and is protected as a cultural heritage. Bačvice is located in the nightlife area, where there are many beach bars, including the famous Split Beach Festival. The water on this beach is very clean.
The Bene Beach is located in the middle part of the park (forest) Marijan on the north side of the peninsula, which is also called the "lungs of the city of Split". This beach is partly rocky and sandy, filled with many facilities: restaurants, tennis courts, small football fields, a playground for children, an amusement park and pony riding for the youngest. The other part of the beach is great for people with disabilities for easier access to the sea. Bene Beach has a rescue service, changing area, showers, drinking water, etc.
Trstenik beach is perhaps one of the best maintained beaches in Split. The beach is pebbly and is great for families with small children. Also, the beach is great for those who do not like big crowds.The beach is not completely natural because it is filled with pebbles, but it is well equipped with beach furniture. It is very clean, there are cafes in the area, the sea is very clear due to the openness to the open sea. There is also a VIP section on the beach run by a nearby hotel, but the rest is quite open to visitors and there are no restrictions
The Kaštelet beach is located in the southern part of the Marijan peninsula. The beach is visually divided into two parts. The beach is covered with small pebbles. The sea is a beautiful turquoise color, crystal clear mostly calm. The beach offers a variety of water sports activities. In the eastern part of the beach there is a cafe Obojena Svjetlost which is very popular
The Kasjuni Beach is a pebble beach located west of the city. This beach is great for young people because the beach hosts after beach parties. If you want to completely relax during your vacation on the beach, you can also find massage tents. Joe’s Beach Lounge & Bar, which occupies the entire central part of the beach, is nearby. After the renovation in 2016, this beach has become extremely popular, so it is quite crowded during the season. The sea on Kašjuni is always quiet and crystal clear, emerald in color.
