The 10 Best Beaches in Nin
The beautiful beaches of Nin are, alongside the historic old town, one of the true highlights of the Zadar region. Typical for this area are the soft sandy beaches, the gently sloping sea and the constant pleasant breeze that provides refreshing cooling, especially on warm summer days. The most famous beach is the idyllic Queens Beach, also known as the Queens Beach of Nin, which is among the most popular beaches in the area. Actually, it is even considered by many to be one of the most beautiful beaches in Croatia. However, the surroundings of Nin along the Nin Riviera also offer several outstanding beaches. Secluded pebble coves, quiet natural beaches, and long sandy shores invite you to swim, relax, and enjoy a perfect beach vacation in Nin.
In this travel guide, we present the 10 best beaches in Nin. You will also find plenty of helpful tips and useful information that will definitely support your vacation planning.
Beach Ninska Laguna
A very popular beach is the Ninska Laguna, an enchanting headland just near the center of Nin. This beautiful sandy beach is popular with tourists, but also locals appreciate this long dream beach. Especially families with small children love to swim here because the sea in the lagoon is mostly only knee-deep and, thus, even the youngest can play safely in the water. There are almost no natural shady places on this beach, but you can rent umbrellas and sunbeds for a fee.
At the beginning of the Ninska Laguna you will find a wide range of water sports activities, but also some snack bars and cafés. A wooden path leads to half of the lagoon and further out there, the beach gets much quieter.
Tip: The beautiful Apartments Vito are literally just a stone’s throw away from the sandy beach, and therefore the perfect accommodation for a vacation in Nin by the sea.
Queen’s Beach
The most famous beach in Nin is Queen’s Beach, also known as Kraljicina Beach. It is located in the west of the old town, about 3 kilometers from the city center. This dream beach owes its name to the wife of the first Croatian king Tomislav, who fell in love with this impressive sandy beach. With a length of about 3 kilometers, it is the longest sandy beach in Croatia. There is a lot of space to sunbathe, the beach is sloping gently, and also the sea inspires with a top water quality.
Especially, families appreciate this long beach section, where children can build sandcastles and splash around in the shallow sea. Food and drinks are provided by 3 beach bars, which all spoil with fantastic views. Behind the beach there are enough parking spaces, if you prefer to take the car.
Tip: Accommodations in direct beach location are not available. However, about 600 meters away from the beach you will find the Kartini Apartment, which scores with perfect equipment.
Beach Bilotinjak
The beach Bilotinjak is a real dream beach and is therefore one of the most beautiful bays in the whole Zadar region. Only 4 kilometers away from Nin old town, this beautiful sandy beach delights with an extraordinary picturesque scenery of red rocks, blue crystal-clear sea and fine sand. A beach like this can only rarely be found in Croatia! Here you should bring your own food because beach Bilotinjak is a natural bay with no restaurants and bars. Toilets and showers are not available here either.
Tip: For a vacation on this dream beach, we recommend the Apartments Lily. Guests love the quiet and excellent location directly behind the beach, sunset view included!
Beach Sabunike
The Sabunike beach is truly idyllic and a real insider’s tip among the most beautiful beaches in Nin. This picturesque sandy beach is about 5 kilometers from the center and can only be reached by a gravel road. Maybe that’s why it’s still really quiet and chilly on this dream beach. While swimming in the clear sea, you will enjoy a unique ambience and a wonderful view of the mountains of the opposite island of Pag. The sea is quite shallow here and you can wade through the water for a long time. A gorgeous beach for those who are looking for something individual!
Tip: The nearest accommodations for a beach holiday can be found in the small village of Sabunike, such as the modern Casa Vito with a nice pool.
Beach Zaton Holiday Resort
A really popular beach in the surroundings of Nin is Zaton beach in the same named Zaton Holiday Resort. Here, a 1.5-kilometer long, spacious family beach awaits you, which is a mix of pebble, concrete and sand stretches. Thanks to its good infrastructure and quality, it was awarded the Blue Flag. The sea is wonderfully clear and shines in the most beautiful blue colors. This fantastic beach is free of charge for resort guests only, external visitors have to pay an admission fee.
The Zaton Holiday Resort is a large vacation resort directly by the sea. There is a wide range of accommodations, such as camping sites, apartments, mobile homes and even glamping is offered here. Guests also enjoy a large pool area and a really cool aqua park provides action during their vacation.
Beach Duboka Draga
As beautiful and unique as the pictures in a travel magazine is the beach Duboka Draga. This outstanding beach is located about 7 kilometers from Nin and is a real highlight among the most beautiful beaches of the Zadar region. Here, an unbelievably beautiful natural bay with a bright pebble beach and crystal-clear sea awaits you. Thanks to the natural environment, you can also snorkel there and admire an interesting underwater world. In the bay there is a small, cozy beach bar, which provides refreshments. Accommodations and restaurants have not yet settled here.
Tip: There are some great accommodations and vacation homes in the area for a peaceful vacation, including the beautiful Villa Angelina with a pool and great furnishings.
Beach Plaza Ricina
The Plaza Ricina is a picturesque sandy beach in the Jasenovo Bay, away from typical vacation hotspots, which amazes visitors with an extremely beautiful flair. This slightly remote bay is about 8 kilometers away from Nin. The idyllic surroundings, the deep blue sea and the fantastic view of the mountains opposite are particularly impressive. The beach has a very shallow slope and is therefore also very suitable for children and non-swimmers.
On the beach, 2 small cozy beach bars provide food and cool drinks. There is no natural shade here. Therefore, sunshades and sunbeds are available for rent.
Tip: The nearest accommodation is in Vrsi. Highly recommended is the Akrapovic apartment with a wonderful sea view and good facilities.
Beach Uvala Ljaljkovacai
Another beach highlight is Beach Uvala Ljaljkovacai. This lonely natural beach is located in the northeast of Nin and is a real eye-catcher. Here you can expect quiet bathing pleasure in an extraordinary beautiful scenery. Embedded in a karstic natural landscape, this beach shines in the most beautiful turquoise sea colors. The water here is crystal clear and is ideal for snorkeling. There are no tourist facilities, such as cafés or restaurants, here yet. So you should bring your own food and sunscreen!
Prodorica Beach
The Prodorica Beach is a popular beach in Nin, especially among families with children. This charming sandy beach is located at the edge of the town of Nin and offers a relaxed holiday atmosphere, beautiful shades of blue in the sea and a truly unique setting. Thanks to the very shallow entry into the water, Prodorica Beach is ideal for children and non swimmers. During the summer months, an inflatable water park is often set up offshore, providing plenty of fun and action. The beach is also well equipped with showers, changing facilities, sun umbrellas and a small beach bar, which adds to the overall comfort.
Tip: Just behind the sandy beach, you will find a small vacation settlement. A great option is Assi Accommodation, located only a few steps away and perfect for a relaxing beach holiday in Nin.
Vrsi Mulo Beach
The Vrsi Mulo Beach is located just a short drive from Nin and is the main beach of the coastal village of Vrsi. Set along a picturesque seaside promenade, it is especially lively during the summer months. Guests staying in the surrounding vacation apartments in particular enjoy coming here for swimming and sunbathing. Visitors can expect a well maintained pebble beach with a gentle entry into the sea, making it ideal for families with small children. In addition, the beach offers attractive straw umbrellas for shade, as well as a playground and various water sports activities.
Tip: Highly recommended are the Apartments Akrapovic, located directly behind the beach and offering a perfect location combined with modern amenities.
Vrilo Beach
One of the true hidden gems of the Nin Riviera is Vrilo Beach, a beautiful sandy beach near Privlaka. It is located in a slightly secluded spot along the romantic northern coast, close to the historic Church of St Vid, and is especially popular with independent travelers and those seeking peace and quiet. The beach can only be reached via a gravel road, which ends at a small parking area. Once you arrive, you are rewarded with a wonderfully idyllic setting featuring sandy cliffs and fantastic views of the mountains across the water. The shallow entry into the sea makes Vrilo Beach ideal for children and non swimmers.
Tip: During the shoulder seasons, this beach is a real hidden gem. In summer, it becomes livelier and a stylish beach bar opens, providing refreshing drinks and a relaxed atmosphere.
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