Major city · Croatia
Nin
Half-day trip from Zadar (25 min drive) for the sandy beach and 9th-century church, or a quiet overnight if you want the mud spa and salt pans.
Nin is a compact walled town on a lagoon, reachable by a short bus or car ride from Zadar. Its main draws are the tiny Church of the Holy Cross (9th century), a long sandy beach and therapeutic mud baths. Most travellers see it in a few hours, but the salt pans and spa justify a night.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- EUR
- Best months
- May–Sep
- avoid Jul–Aug (crowded, peak prices)
- Airport
- ZAD
- Nights
- 0–1
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Rules in force · 8Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window…Mine-suspected land still exists in Bosnia and Herzegovin…
- Europe ↗Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window, counted across all 29 Schengen states together — not per country; the Entry/Exit System now logs each crossing, so an overstay is detected automatically.
- Europe ↗On the first Schengen entry since EES began, non-EU travellers give four fingerprints and a face photo at the border instead of a passport stamp; there is nothing to apply for or pay in advance.
- Balkans ↗Mine-suspected land still exists in Bosnia and Herzegovina and in pockets of Croatia's former front line: outside towns keep to tarmac and waymarked paths, and treat red triangle signs and taped-off fields as absolute.
- Balkans ↗Serbia refuses onward entry to travellers who reached Kosovo from a third country and then try to cross straight into Serbia; route Kosovo–Serbia legs through North Macedonia or Montenegro, or start the loop in Serbia.
- Balkans ↗Hire cars need written permission from the rental company and valid insurance for every country on the line; Kosovo sells its own border insurance and some contracts exclude Albania, Kosovo or Bosnia outright.
- Croatia ↗Croatia is in the EU and the Schengen area; the EU Entry/Exit System applies to non-EU visitors. Check the official EU and Croatian sources for your passport.
- Croatia ↗Book car ferries and popular catamarans ahead in summer; foot passengers still need to be early for the busiest routes.
- Croatia ↗Split and Dubrovnik fine visitors for walking shirtless or in swimwear away from beaches; carry a cover-up.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Nin192 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Nin, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the euro (EUR) since 2023.Croatia-wide
- SIM or eSIMHrvatski Telekom, A1 and Telemach sell prepaid SIMs at kiosks (Tisak) and shops; ID required.Croatia-wide
- Tap waterTap water is safe and good everywhere, including islands (some small islands rely on piped or tanked water — ask).Croatia-wide
- TippingRestaurant: About 10% for good service, in cash.Croatia-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/F. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Croatia-wide
- SafetyNin is very safe.
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- RestroomsFree in cafés for customers; public toilets in old towns cost €0.50–1 (≈ US$1–2).Croatia-wide
- Emergency numbers192 police · 193 fire · 194 ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysMany island restaurants, hotels and museums close November–March.Croatia-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportcheckZAD Zadar Airport (About 25 km (16 mi) south; bus to Zadar then local bus to Nin, or taxi direct (about €35–50 (≈ US$45–60), check)).ZAD Zadar Airport (About 16 mi (25 km) south; bus to Zadar then local bus to Nin, or taxi direct (about €35–50 (≈ US$45–60), check)).
- Getting aroundNin is walkable.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee€1.50–2.50 (≈ US$2–3)
- Sit-down mealFish or meat main course€12–20 (≈ US$14–25)
- BeerBeer (0.5 L)€3–5 (≈ US$4–6)
- Metro or bus rideBus Zadar–Nin one waycheck€3 (≈ US$4)
- Museum or sight ticketMud spa entrycheck€10–20 (≈ US$12–25)
- Budget bedApartment (sleeps 2–4), a night, per room€60 (≈ US$70)
- Mid-range bedApartment (sleeps 2–4), a night, per room€100 (≈ US$120)
- High-end bedApartment (sleeps 2–4), a night, per room€180 (≈ US$250)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget €50 (≈ US$60) · Mid €80 (≈ US$95) · High €130 (≈ US$160)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- ZAD Zadar Airport (About 25 km (16 mi) south; bus to Zadar then local bus to Nin, or taxi direct (about €35–50, check))ZAD Zadar Airport (About 16 mi (25 km) south; bus to Zadar then local bus to Nin, or taxi direct (about €35–50, check))
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
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11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
Feb
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12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Mar
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14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
Apr
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18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
May
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Jun
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Jul
Care
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Aug
Care
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Sep
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Oct
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21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Nov
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16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
Dec
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12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Best: May–Jun, Sep. Mixed: Jul–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)), coolest Jan (4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C) low), wettest Nov (11 rain days), driest Jul (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Nin: next 7 days
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Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
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Feb
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
9 rd
Mar
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
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Apr
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
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May
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
9 rd
Jun
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
8 rd
Jul
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
5 rd
Aug
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
6 rd
Sep
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
8 rd
Oct
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
10 rd
Nov
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
11 rd
Dec
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
11 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Nin is walkable. The old town is car-free. Parking is at the east bridge (Zvonimirova ul.). Bikes can be rented in summer.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Zadar
goDoor to door: About 30 min
Bus (about 25 min) or car
Sea organ, Roman forum, sunset.
Šibenik
goDoor to door: About 1 h
Car via A1, about 50 min
Cathedral and Krka waterfalls.
Plitvice Lakes
overnightDoor to door: About 1 h 45 min
Car via A1, about 1 h 30 min
Too far for a day trip from Nin; sleep near the park.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Nin old town
Quiet, within the walls; limited accommodation, mostly private rooms and small hotels.
Nin beach area
Along the lagoon; more apartments and guesthouses, closer to the mud spa.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- €50–80 (≈ US$60–95) excl. bed
- Mid
- €80–130 (≈ US$95–160) excl. bed
- High
- €130 (≈ US$160)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Apartment (sleeps 2–4)1 × 1 night × €100 | €100 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × €80 | €160 |
| Bus Zadar–Nin return2 × €6 · check | €12 |
| Mud spa entry2 × €15 · check | €30 |
| Salt shop souvenir2 × €10 | €20 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | €32 |
| Trip total≈ €177 per person per day, bed included | €354≈ US$450 |
2026 estimate in euros; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | €1.50–2.50 (≈ US$2–3) |
| Ice cream | €2–4 (≈ US$3–5) |
| Fish or meat main course | €12–20 (≈ US$14–25) |
| Beer (0.5 L) | €3–5 (≈ US$4–6) |
| Bus Zadar–Nin one waycheck | €3 (≈ US$4) |
| Mud spa entrycheck | €10–20 (≈ US$12–25) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Parking fills by 10:00 in July and August; arrive early or use the bus from Zadar.Parking fills by 10:00 AM in July and August; arrive early or use the bus from Zadar.
- The mud spa is outdoors and seasonal (check opening months).
- Church of the Holy Cross is small; visit at opening to avoid tour groups.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 192
- Fire
- 193
- Ambulance
- 194
- General emergency
- 112
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My bed tonight
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Na ovu adresu, molimTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police192
- Fire193
- Ambulance194
- General emergency112
Embassy
The US has an embassy in Zagreb; most other countries have consulates in Zagreb or Split.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Bus Zadar–Nin: about €3 (≈ US$4), about 25 min (check)
- Taxi Zadar–Nin: €35–50 (≈ US$45–60) (check)
- Parking at east bridge: about €1–2 (≈ US$2–3) per hour (check)
Say or show
- Bok — Hello (bok)
- Hvala — Thank you (hva-la)
- Koliko? — How much? (ko-lee-ko)
- Račun, molim — The bill, please (ra-chun mo-leem)
- Gdje je plaža? — Where is the beach? (gdye ye pla-zha)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Nin. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: May–Sep · avoid Jul–Aug (crowded, peak prices) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Place pages for Church of the Holy Cross, mud spa, salt pans.
- Eat pages with last orders.
- Golden and hostile arrival fixtures for Zadar Airport and bus station.
Sources
- officialNin official website
- secondaryWikivoyage: Nin, revision 5136821 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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