Zaton

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Zaton is a village in southern Croatia, administratively located in the City of Dubrovnik. It is located on the coast of the eponymous bay, 8 km northwest of Dubrovnik, next to the village of Orašac. Chief occupations are tourism, fishing farming, viticulture, and olive growing. ()

Alternative names: Population: ~990 pplCoordinates: 42°41'28"N, 18°2'25"E

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Dubrovacko-NeretvanskaCroatia

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Zaton – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Srđ, Franjo Tuđman Bridge, Lapad Beach, Copacabana.

4.5 miSE
Round hill with a fort and a cablecar
Srđ, Dubrovnik
115 min walk • Perched atop the hills overlooking the historic city of Dubrovnik, Croatia, Mount Srđ stands as a sentinel offering breathtaking panoramas of the Adriatic Sea and the ancient city walls. This limestone mountain, rising to a modest height of 412 meters, is not only a...
2.6 miSE
Bridge
Franjo Tuđman Bridge, Mokošica
66 min walk • The Franjo Tuđman Bridge is a cable-stayed bridge carrying the D8 state road at the western approach to Dubrovnik, Croatia across Rijeka Dubrovačka near Port of Gruž. The original bridge design was developed in 1989; however, construction was stopped at the onset of the Croatian War of Independence.
2.9 miSE
42°39'18"N • 18°4'12"E
Lapad Beach, Dubrovnik
75 min walk • Beach, Outdoor activities, Park
2.3 miSE
42°39'50"N • 18°3'54"E
Copacabana, Dubrovnik
58 min walk • Beach
4.4 miW
42°40'44"N • 17°57'16"E
Šunj, Lopud
114 min walk • Beach
3.8 miSE
Synagogue
Dubrovnik Synagogue, Dubrovnik
98 min walk • The Old Synagogue in Dubrovnik, Croatia is the oldest Sefardic synagogue still in use today in the world and the second oldest synagogue in Europe. It is said to have been established in 1352, but gained legal status in the city in 1408.
4.6 miE
42°40'13"N • 18°7'34"E
Dubrovnik, Dubrovnik
117 min walk • Sailing, Marina
4.6 miSE
Universities and schools
University of Dubrovnik, Dubrovnik
117 min walk • The University of Dubrovnik is a public university located in Dubrovnik, Croatia. It has its roots in various successive institutions dedicated to the teaching of maritime engineering and naval architecture.
2.4 miNW
Locality
Trsteno
62 min walk • One of the main attractions in Trsteno is the Trsteno Arboretum, a magnificent garden that dates back to the 15th century. The arboretum is home to a diverse collection of plant species, including exotic trees, colorful flowers, and fragrant herbs.
3.7 miSE
Watersports, Swimming pool
Swimming Pool Gruž, Dubrovnik
95 min walk • Swimming Pool Gruž or Jug Swimming Pool is a swimming pool in Dubrovnik, Croatia.
3.9 miSE
Sport, Sport venue
Športska dvorana Gospino polje, Dubrovnik
100 min walk • Športska dvorana Gospino polje is a multi-purpose indoor sports arena located in Dubrovnik, Croatia. The arena hosts basketball, including occasional Croatian national team matches and basketball club KK Dubrovnik. It has also hosted international futsal qualifiers.