Major city · Croatia
Bol
Stay 2 days in Bol for beach, windsurfing and a short hike; add a half‑day trip to Split or Vidova Gora if time permits.
Bol is a small seaside town on Brač, best for beach‑side relaxation and water sports. The town centre and Zlatni Rat beach are within a 10‑minute walk, so two full days cover the main attractions and allow a short day‑trip to nearby points of interest.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- EUR
- Best months
- May–June, September–October
- avoid July–August (peak crowds, higher prices)
- Airport
- BWK
- Nights
- 2
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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
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- 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
Emergency numbers for Bol112 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Bol, 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
- SafetyBol is safe for tourists; watch for occasional strong winds on the beach and keep valuables secured on crowded ferries.
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- RestroomsFree in cafés for customers; public toilets in old towns cost €0.50–1 (≈ US$1–2).Croatia-wide
- Emergency numbers112 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.
- AirportBWK Brač Airport (≈9 km (5.6 mi) north of Bol; seasonal summer flights from Zagreb.).BWK Brač Airport (≈5.6 mi (9 km) north of Bol; seasonal summer flights from Zagreb.).
- Getting aroundThe town is walkable; buses run the island hourly in season; rent a scooter or car for north‑south travel (≈40 min).
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee€1–2 (≈ US$2–3)
- BeerBeer (pub)€3–5 (≈ US$4–6)
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Taxi (5 km (3.1 mi))Taxi (3.1 mi (5 km))€10–15 (≈ US$12–18)
- Budget bedHostel dorm bed, a night, per person€15 (≈ US$18)
- Mid-range bedOne‑bedroom apartment, a night, per room€75 (≈ US$90)
- High-end bedOne‑bedroom apartment, a night, per room€100 (≈ US$120)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget €30 (≈ US$35) · Mid €55 (≈ US$65) · High €80 (≈ US$95)
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
- BWK Brač Airport (≈9 km (5.6 mi) north of Bol; seasonal summer flights from Zagreb.)BWK Brač Airport (≈5.6 mi (9 km) north of Bol; seasonal summer flights from Zagreb.)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
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12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Feb
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13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
Mar
not flagged
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Apr
not flagged
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
May
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Jun
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Jul
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Aug
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Sep
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Oct
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Nov
not flagged
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
Dec
not flagged
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
Best: May–Jun, Sep–Oct. Avoid: Jul–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)), coolest Jan (5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C) low), wettest Jan (10 rain days), driest Jul (4). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Bol: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
10 rd
Feb
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
9 rd
Mar
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
8 rd
Apr
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
7 rd
May
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
6 rd
Jun
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
5 rd
Jul
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
4 rd
Aug
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
5 rd
Sep
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
6 rd
Oct
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
7 rd
Nov
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
8 rd
Dec
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
10 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
The town is walkable; buses run the island hourly in season; rent a scooter or car for north‑south travel (≈40 min).
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Door to door: ≈1 h 15 min
Ferry from Bol to Split (≈1 h), then walk or bus in town
Historic palace and waterfront; good for a half‑day.
Vidova Gora
goDoor to door: ≈1 h
Local bus or scooter north 30 min, then hike 20 min
Highest point on Brač; panoramic views of Dalmatian coast.
Door to door: ≈1 h
Ferry from Bol to Hvar (≈45 min) – seasonal
Check summer schedule; may be limited in shoulder season.
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.
Funky Donkey Hostel
8 min from bus/ferry port; 15 min walk to Zlatni Rat; free Wi‑Fi, 24 h access.
Bluesun hotels & resorts
3‑ and 4‑star options (Elaphusa, Borak, Bonaca) near town centre.
Bol apartments
Luxury apartments, €75 per night, 300 m to beach.
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
- €30–45 (≈ US$35–55) excl. bed
- Mid
- €45–70 (≈ US$55–85) excl. bed
- High
- €70 (≈ US$85)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| One‑bedroom apartment1 × 2 nights × €75 | €150 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 2 days × €55 | €220 |
| Ferry Bol–Split (round‑trip)2 × €15 · check schedule | €30 |
| Scooter rental (1 day)2 × €30 · check availability | €60 |
| eSIM data (7 days)2 × €15 | €30 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | €49 |
| Trip total≈ €135 per person per day, bed included | €539≈ US$650 |
2026 estimate in euros; flights and inter‑island ferries excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | €1–2 (≈ US$2–3) |
| Beer (pub) | €3–5 (≈ US$4–6) |
| Fish dish | €8–12 (≈ US$10–14) |
| Sundae (ice cream) | €2–3 (≈ US$3–4) |
| Taxi (5 km) | €10–15 (≈ US$12–18) |
| Ferry Bol–Splitcheck | €12–20 (≈ US$14–25) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Buses stop after 19:00; take a taxi if you arrive late.Buses stop after 7:00 PM; take a taxi if you arrive late.
- Summer ferry schedules vary; check Krilo Shipping or RAFT Croatia before travel.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 112
- Fire
- 193
- Ambulance
- 194
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Do ove adrese, molimTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police112
- Fire193
- Ambulance194
Embassy
US consulate in Zagreb; other embassies in Zagreb or Split.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Ferry Bol–Split: about €15 (≈ US$18) each way, 1 h (check)
- Scooter hire (full day): ≈ €30, 40 min ride to Zlatni Rat
Say or show
- Oprostite — Excuse me / Sorry (o-pro-STEE-te)
- Hvala — Thank you (HVA-la)
- Koliko košta? — How much is it? (KO-lee-ko KOS-ta)
- Gdje je autobusna stanica? — Where is the bus stop? (GDYE ye a-oo-TOOS-na STA-nee-tsa)
- Molim kavu — I would like a coffee (MO-lim KAH-voo)
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 Bol. 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–June, September–October · avoid July–August (peak crowds, higher prices) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a bike or scooter rental for flexible island travel.
- Combine a windsurfing lesson with a guided hike to Vidova Gora.
- Use the seasonal ferry to Hvar for a longer island hop.
Sources
- officialBol official site
- officialKrilo Shipping Company
- officialRAFT Croatia
- secondaryWikivoyage: Bol, revision 4728166 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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