Take three white-stone Christian quarters of Jerusalem, minimize them twofold, then add a pinch of Bruges and a little bit of Venice. Complement this mix with perfect meat, seafood dishes, and the delicious Croatian white wine Malvasia—and you will have the medieval seaside town of Trogir in Croatia.
Trogir at night
One of the medieval streets of Trogir
Trogir traces its history from antique times, when it was called Tragurion, and was founded by the Greeks in 3rd century BC. Then, it grew into a big port.
Narrow streets paved with stone—some ancient, some newer, but always white—bring you to picturesque views on almost every street corner. You take your camera and shoot practically non-stop.
Venetian window in Trogir
Getting tired, you enter one of the numerous cafes and order a glass of cold white wine from Croatian vineyards. A wonderful drink picks you up in a moment, and you are ready to hunt for the nice views again.
Local white wine
You may visit any café for lunch or dinner, if a good pasta or pizza is enough for you. But if you are a foodie, we made some investigations for you, having compared the culinary art of different chefs. As it turned out, the best steaks and rumpsteaks, as well as seafood dishes, in Trogir are cooked in the restaurant named Capo.
Restaurant Capo in Trogir
The best steak in Trogir. The restaurant Capo.
Afterwards, you may sit for hours in any café on the embankment under the palms (but dont order anything except water or white wine there) and observe mooring yachts and promenading people. It is peaceful and calm in the evening, warm and dry, but already not so hot. Enjoy.
Dominican convent
Maybe you like night promenades? Very wise. Try to walk along Trogir at night, and you will be in a fairy tale. Trogir at night is very enchanting, like any small European medieval town.
Camerlengo fortress of Trogir
View on ACI Marina Trogir
Are you irritated with crowds of tourists dressed in shorts and T-shirts? No problem. Come to Trogir in October. There will be no shorts and T-shirts anymore; however, the weather will be still warm. Restaurants will be open, prices in hotels will be lower by 30%, excellent Croatian cuisine will be at your disposal, and all the medieval atmosphere of ancient Trogir with its white walls and pavement will be fully yours. Enjoy peace and quiet.
The Cathedral of St. Lawrence
The marble sarcophagus of St. Ivan Trogirski
Sv. Maria
Just kidding 🙂
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September 17, 2012 at 9:49 am
Stunning photographs. It looks like a wonderful place. Thank you. Blessings from Lizzie Joy
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September 17, 2012 at 10:58 am
Thank you, Lizzie. God bless you!
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September 17, 2012 at 10:39 am
Thanks for the tour. Very clean place.
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September 17, 2012 at 10:54 am
If you only know HOW clean is this city! Thank you.
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September 17, 2012 at 10:56 am
And it’s beautiful too by the sea. Nice photos.
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September 17, 2012 at 12:30 pm
The next post will be about our sailing over there. You will like it.
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September 17, 2012 at 11:15 am
I see what you mean about this gorgeous looking city being reminiscent of Venice, Brugge and even Jerusalem – what a treasure! Great post, and photos – but my favourite is the courtyard with washing line – just gorgeous 🙂
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September 17, 2012 at 11:35 am
You are right. This was a wonderful place, and Trogir has many such courtyards. But the best time to check them is night. I like night photo sessions.
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September 17, 2012 at 1:03 pm
🙂
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September 17, 2012 at 11:39 am
Victor… anyone wonderful article.. I think I would just love to bring you on all my vacations with me so you can take pictures! The ones at night are especially beautiful.. many many thanks for sharing your photos and your thoughts!
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September 17, 2012 at 12:22 pm
🙂 Thank you very much, Charlotte. I like to take night photos best of all.
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September 17, 2012 at 1:11 pm
If you don’t mind me asking, what kind of camera do you use? My night pictures do not come out even close to the quality that yours do.
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September 17, 2012 at 10:29 pm
It is Sony WX50 and tripod. I don’t use professional cameras, deliberately.
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September 17, 2012 at 2:10 pm
Fabulous photos, as always. I love the moon trick, very clever.
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September 17, 2012 at 10:34 pm
Thank you very much.
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September 17, 2012 at 2:28 pm
The name itself is so quaint. Felt like I was taken back to a different period. Fabulous pics Victor:)
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September 17, 2012 at 10:35 pm
It is medieval.
Thank you.
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September 17, 2012 at 4:47 pm
Stunning photos! Makes me want to plan a trip there next October! 🙂
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September 17, 2012 at 10:53 pm
You shall not regret, Kourtney.
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September 17, 2012 at 6:20 pm
Looks gorgeous. I’m traveling to Croatia next March and these stunning pictures made even more excited (of possible). Thanks for sharing!
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September 17, 2012 at 10:58 pm
Wish you a good journey.
Thanks a lot.
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September 17, 2012 at 7:48 pm
Beautiful photos Victor. This place really looks and is from another place in time. I can see the woman dressed in medieval attire roaming those narrow streets.
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September 17, 2012 at 10:57 pm
Unfortunately, they don’t do it like in Venice or Tallinn.
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September 18, 2012 at 3:10 am
I see what you mean about the steak, it made me hungry and I have only just eaten breakfast! great photos too
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September 18, 2012 at 5:15 am
In reality, it is much more better, at least, in the cafe Capo.
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September 18, 2012 at 4:49 am
J’adore vos photos!!!!! ils sont vraiment magnifique!!!!!
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September 18, 2012 at 5:18 am
Merci 🙂
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September 18, 2012 at 10:53 am
Victor, thank you for checking out my blog! Your pictures of Croatia are beautiful!!
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March 15, 2015 at 10:57 am
Thank you, Melysses.
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September 18, 2012 at 4:05 pm
Love the pix!! you are one awesome photographer!! carry on!!
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March 15, 2015 at 10:58 am
Many thanks.
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September 19, 2012 at 7:01 am
Love the photos. Curious what time of day you took them as there were no crowds.
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September 19, 2012 at 10:17 am
From 5 to 7 a.m. as a rule. But sometime it was a day, and we was waiting for the moment without people to take a shot.
Thank you.
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September 20, 2012 at 3:59 am
beautiful pictures! I like it very much.
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September 22, 2012 at 10:10 am
Tnank you.
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September 21, 2012 at 6:13 pm
travelling with your photos is fantastic!
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September 22, 2012 at 10:09 am
I can say they same about your blog, but… write more often 🙂
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September 24, 2012 at 8:53 am
I know I know!!!!
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September 30, 2012 at 1:33 pm
Great pictures of Trogir! especially the ones at night, you really seem to like the place.
We also love it so much that we bought a house there a few years back and can’t wait to spend more time in Croatia…. will continue to follow your blog and your travels!
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September 30, 2012 at 10:48 pm
Yes, I like Trogir and Croatia, and I read your blog. Your villa is very nice.
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January 30, 2013 at 7:18 am
An excellent post of Trogir, Victor! My husband and I are headed to Trogir next week, and we’re really excited. We’ll be on the lookout for a small apartment, and were wondering if you stayed anywhere that you’d recommend? How long were you there in all? It seems to be a great spot to explore from!
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January 30, 2013 at 10:15 am
Tricia, I have one friend blogger who have a villa in Trogir. Of course, I have redirected your question to her. She sent me a ton of recommendations, therefore, I think it will be better if you visit her blog and ask her all the questions yourself. I am sure you will receive exhaustive answers and recommendations.
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January 30, 2013 at 3:42 pm
Victor, how kind of you to to put me in touch with Elisa! Thank you for that gesture, as well as this lovely photo essay of Trogir. Until next time, I wish you splendid travels!
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January 30, 2013 at 9:59 pm
You are welcome, Tricia. Enjoy Trogir!
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February 23, 2013 at 1:46 pm
Great photos and description of my town. Glad you enjoyed it. Thank you Victor….
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February 23, 2013 at 10:16 pm
Thank you, Valerija 🙂 It is very hard to don’t enjoy Trogir.
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April 7, 2013 at 8:46 pm
Lovely pictures and great find. I really want to go here now!
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April 7, 2013 at 10:20 pm
This is a very cozy town.
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December 16, 2014 at 3:05 am
Lovely small town and perfect clear sea:)
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December 16, 2014 at 4:23 am
Exactly, Mario. The city is historical too.
Thank you.
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April 29, 2015 at 12:25 pm
I had to compare your photos of Trogir to ours Victor 🙂 Beautiful as always.
Frank (bbqboy)
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April 29, 2015 at 1:16 pm
Thank you, Frank. But you’re so modest. Our posts and pictures are very similar.
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January 2, 2016 at 2:05 am
I seriously can’t wait to walk the narrow streets of Trogir. I found your blog whilst searching in Pinterest – love your photos and can’t wait to gorge myself on all that beautiful Croatian food when I’m there next.
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January 2, 2016 at 8:57 am
Thank you, John. If you like sun, sea, and good meat food, Croatia is your country.
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