Cetina River (Omiš), Croatia

Cetina River Omiš

A green river canyon reaching the sea at a pirate town.

  • May–Sep
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Cetina River

Day 1

  1. MorningGo rafting or canoeing down the green Cetina river canyon from Slime or Radmanove Mlinice.
  2. AfternoonClimb to the Mirabella fortress above Omiš for the view of the canyon meeting the sea.
  3. EveningHave dinner in Omiš's old town, once home to pirates.

Day 2

Fly over the canyon on a zipline, or day-trip to Split.

What to eat

Soparnik, a thin pie filled with chard, and a glass of Dalmatian wine.

Local tips

Make the most of Cetina River

Beat the crowds

Busy in summer with rafters. Mornings are calmer.

Best photo spot

Omiš from the fortress above the town, with the river reaching the sea.

Getting there

Buses run from Split, about 40 minutes.

Don't miss nearby

Split and the Makarska Riviera.

Good to know

The Fortica fortress climb is steep. The river is great for rafting and kayaking in summer.

Secret spots

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Plan your visit

Getting to Cetina River

Getting there

  • Brač Airport (BWK)18 km away
  • Split Airport (SPU)35 km away
  • Split20 km away
  • Zadar140 km away

Reachable by car or public transport; a car gives you more freedom to explore the area. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeMay–Sep
TypeNature spot
Good forNature, Coast
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountryCroatia

Questions

Cetina River: good to know

Is Cetina River worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like nature and the coast. A green river canyon reaching the sea at a pirate town.

How many days do you need in Cetina River?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Cetina River?

The best time to visit is May to Sep. Busy in summer with rafters. Mornings are calmer.

How do you get to Cetina River?

The nearest airport is Brač Airport (BWK), about 18 km away. Buses run from Split, about 40 minutes.

What is there to see near Cetina River?

Nearby hidden places include Split (21 km), Krka (Skradin) (74 km) and Mostar (91 km).

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