4 Star Places To Visit in Lika-Senj County, Croatia (28)

4.0 Nehaj Castle (295 reviews)
- Historic fortress with fine views.
Speciality Museums

We stopped here on our trip from Rijeka to Senj. This 1558 Nehaj Fortress sits boldly and starkly alone with a commanding view over the Adriatic to Krk Island. Although it was closed, today’s fine weather also gave nice views of the mountains to the back and historic Senj below. See more..
4.5 Bear Sanctuary (204 reviews)
- Great place to stop to break up the drive between Zadar and Zagreb
Nature & Wildlife Areas

I was looking for a place to stop on the drive between Zadar and Zagreb as staying in the car for that long is bad for my back. Kuterevo is signposted as 15km from the A1 Otocac exit so it was ideal as a quick place to stop pretty much half way between Zadar and Zagreb. Our family of 2 adults and 2 children aged almost 5 and newly 7 arrived about 1pm and stayed for about an hour. The volunteer who greeted us also mentioned that they usually feed the bears at 9am but could also do it another time if there was excess veggies so we were able to witness some lettuce feeding about 1:30pm. There is a sign with a suggested donation of 20 kuna per person although we had already decided to give more. There are lots of colorful signs made by the volunteers and even some with info on the bears. The (very clean) toilet is halfway between the enclosure for the 3 small/younger bears and the big bears. Bear in mind (no pun intended!) there doesn't seem any places to eat nearby. See more..
4.5 Lukovo Beach (133 reviews)
- Nice place to visit. Small town with nice beach.
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Beaches

We stay in Sveti Jurai. We did not have a nice beach. This is nearest place from us 15 km. Road is nice! Take a look. See more..
4.0 Memorial Center of Nikola Tesla (118 reviews)
- Excellent History
Sunday: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • Historic Sites

Come and visit the birth house of the great inventor! Dođite i posjetite rodnu kuću velikog izumitelja! See more..
4.5 Uvala Zavratnica (78 reviews)
- In love with Zavratnica
Spent More than 3 hours Bodies of Water

Had to leave few words about this amazing fjord. I'm coming to Zavratnica since I was a little girl and since I saw it for the first time I was blown away with beauty. There is hiking tray from beach area to the top of Velebit mountain. The legend is saying that in 615 AD earthquake struck the area and 3 of Roman cities were whipped off in it. However there is Italian ship from Second World War there that u can snorkel around. Also Zavratnica and Velebit has 79 endemic species. Highly recommend to visit. See more..
4.5 Northern Velebit National Park (59 reviews)
- Wonderful hiking in fall’s clear weather.
Mountains • National Parks • Nature & Wildlife Areas

We visited here on our trip from Senj to Pag Island. Departing at 8:30 AM, we had the curvy paved highway nearly to ourselves, arriving at the Babić Siča Northern Velebit National Park station at 9:30 AM. After paying 60 kn for 2 seniors, we continued upward for 5 km on a decent but narrow dirt/gravel lane until arriving at the large Zavizan parking area (half filled with hiker cars) with restrooms and detailed trail signage. The clear sunny weather was a delight at this mile high mountain as was the UNESCO information board describing the 2017 addition of 2 nearby ancient and primeval beech forest reserves. We walked toward the beautiful small St Antun Chapel passing several large gnarled beech trees and groves among the dramatic limestone outcroppings. See more..
4.5 Grabovaca Cave Park (51 reviews)
- Nature gem outside tipical crowded destination and great guidance !
Spent 2-3 hours Caverns & Caves • Parks

Cave Samograd is the only touristic cave within the Grabovaca cave park. Appropriate footwear and long sleeves are required for the visit (the temperature is around 8°). See more..
4.5 Tatinja Beach (38 reviews)
- Day at the Beach
Spent More than 3 hours Beaches

Great secluded cove right off the Adriatic Highway Magistrala.. Enjoyed a beautiful sun kissed day with a bit of a breeze and no dogs.. Lots of families because of ghe small pebble entrance to the water, and many natural jumping platforms. See more..
4.5 Zip Line Pazi Medo (31 reviews)
- Great fun.
Sunday: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM Zipline & Aerial Adventure Parks

We went as a family of four and I would highly recommend it. It cost us £120 . You go to the base and complete all paperwork, staff are friendly and helpful and there is a coffee shop and lounge to wait around in if needed. You are then driven about 5 mins drive up the nearby mountain , after being kitted out in all your safety gear. Once at the top you are all connected up and off you go . The first section over the tree tops is great . You then emerge out over the valley and back to base ,all in about 90 seconds I would guess. Great sensation. Worth a stop if in the area. See more..
4.5 Velebit Nature Park (30 reviews)
- Winter hike
Sunday: Nature & Wildlife Areas

For anyone loving nature - this is a MUST GO! Winter wonderland!!! Fabulous nature, wild and pretty at the same time! We were not (un)lucky enough to see some wild animals but it was fantastic adventure and perfect hiking trip! Yes of course it was cold but not too cold so we could really enjoy. We were walking from Bacic sica where normally is ticket point for national park Northern Velebit to Vucjak peak where is Mountaineer house Zavizan and back. See more..
4.0 Prizna-Zigljen Ferry (30 reviews)
- Instead of driving quick route to pag
Ferries

My partner and I drove the coast route and ferries to pag for a change. Quick turn around . Maybe 45 mins to an hour instead of a 1/2 hour drive. Depending on which route you are taking. Beautiful scenery while waiting. Toilets and cafe. See more..
4.0 Planjka - Trinćel (22 reviews)
- Great and safe place for everyone
Spent More than 3 hours Beaches

It is brilliant place to spend a day with children on the beach. Also it is lovely to go for a drink with friends. All in all great people at service See more..
4.0 Prva Draga Beach (18 reviews)
- Bit crowded, large rocks
Spent More than 3 hours Beaches

We stayed for few days in Senj, and were advised by our host to go down to Prva Draga beach... Kind of small, crowded, so we went left passed by some large rocks and enjoyed smaller areas with less swimmers and smaller rocks... For first time in Senj, not bad, but noting special... See more..
4.5 Una Mamea Park (13 reviews)
- Great vacation
Sunday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent 1-2 hours National Parks

Una Mamea Park is located in the southern part of the continental Croatia, on the border of Croatia and Bosnia and Herzegovina, Lika-Senj County, in the municipality of Donji Lapac, and includes the headwaters of the river Una on the part of the right bank, near the waterfall Strbacki buk (for now the length of 3 km), and on the left bank in Bosnia and Herzegovina lies Una National Park. The area in the Republic of Croatia was declared on 26.04.2010 (Una Mamea Park), and the area in Bosnia and Herzegovina was declared on 29.05.2008 (Una National Park), which confirms the excellence of the Una River, particularity of its natural phenomena, cultural and historical monuments. See more..
4.5 Velebit House - Visitor Center (11 reviews)
- An excellent museum exhibit
Sunday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Visitor Centers

The best museum I've ever been to. He is seen to be set up with love and knowledge. We adults enjoyed it just as much as our children. Exceptional experience and no one will regret visiting it. Be sure to go down with the elevator from the second floor where the Velebit caves are shown. See more..
4.5 Majerovo Vrilo (10 reviews)
- Beautiful
Points of Interest & Landmarks

The place is just beautiful. Crystal clear water. Old water mills. Unfortunately they didn't work cause we head that you can buy stone milled flour See more..
4.0 Korana River (9 reviews)
- great for rafting and kayaking
Spent 1-2 hours Bodies of Water

we had a great time kayaking voor several hours at the river. swimmed a vie times and jumping of rocks into the river See more..
4.5 Kubus, Ura (9 reviews)
- Nice views
Spent < 1 hour Lookouts • Observation Decks & Towers

If u are near Karlo Bag, u should take 20min to drive there to take a look at the amazing view. U wont have any regrets after. Believe me See more..
4.5 Suncanik Sculpture (8 reviews)
- Cool to be there!
Monuments & Statues

Not a lot to see, but cool anyway. A pleasant 15-20 min walk from the village (path along sea not road) and nice views and just cool be at the spot. See more..
4.5 Velebit Association Kuterevo (7 reviews)
- Incroyable..!
Nature & Wildlife Areas

Si vous êtes de passage en Croatie, n’hésitez absolument pas à passer pas le sanctuaire des ours.

Des bénévoles s’occupent quotidiennement de leurs protégés, tout est fait de leurs mains, des enclos jusqu’aux souvenirs.

Les bénévoles expliquent très fébrilement la vie de l’association et présentent leurs ours à chaque enclos.
Il est possible de tout visiter à pied, les chemins sont un peu escarpés donc il faut être équipés.

Des abris, des lieus de rafraîchissement sont disponibles pour les animaux ! Tout est prévu pour leur confort ! See more..
4.0 Sokolac Castle (5 reviews)
- Enjoyable free of charge leg-stretcher
Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Ancient Ruins • Historic Walking Areas • Castles • Churches & Cathedrals

Brinje town is located on Route 23 approximately midway between Karlovac and Senj. The solitary remaining tower of the once substantial C13th castle is visible from a long way. Having driven round the base of the hill, we chose to park in the only car-park we could find - on route 23 as it runs through the town. The grass of the hill is maintained through sheep grazing and as their are no defined paths beware sheep droppings. There are several visible parts of the castle including a renovated tower, which is now a church/chapel. The modern aluminium steps are accessible but when we were there (June) the doors were locked. As with all the castle we visited in Croatia, the views were amazing. See more..
4.0 Udbina Overlook (5 reviews)
- Nice break
Lookouts

A nice and relaxing place to have a beer from the local store and make a break on your way from split to zagreb See more..
4.0 Špoljarić Watermill (5 reviews)
- Watermill was the hook
Points of Interest & Landmarks

Although the mill was what got us to Korana it was nothing special - there are better examples in Slunj and further South in Krka. What was appealing, just along from the watermill, were the tranquil blue waters of the stream/river that serves the village and the mill. There is a narrow grassy bank by the water which makes a good spot to picnic and sunbathe. Cars can be parked at the other side of the road on the verge. The waters are crystal clear and inviting, especially when the temperature was in the mid thirties. An excellent spot to relax after visiting the other attractions in the area. Very popular with the locals in the late afternoon, early evening. See more..
4.0 Lika River (5 reviews)
- Sadly, few take this tour
Bodies of Water

I was incredibly lucky to be asked to take a tour down the Lika River when in Croatia in September and I'm glad I did. This 80 minute boat ride up and down the Lika River was relaxing and spectacular. I not only did still photo's but made a video from those photos because of the beauty of this man made River. Notes: This is the longest river in Croatia. It is the second longest man made river in Europe. The river is drained every 10 years and cleaned. Seven hundred families once lived where the river now exists. The River was created by the dam which is down river. The river was built 50 years ago. Locals come here to fish. See more..
4.5 National Park Sjeverni Velebit (5 reviews)
- A beautiful scenery
Sunday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent More than 3 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Lookouts • Scenic Walking Areas

I visited several national park in Croatia and I must say that this was not the most interesting one. There are two tops from where is quite nice scenery both to the mountains and to the sea. There is a restaurant and a nature trail. I guess the nature trail is lovely during spring time or in June-July but in September everything was withered. The restaurant was nice and the bean soup was tasty. See more..
4.5 Madi Tours (4 reviews)
- The Best boat in Karlobag
Boat Tours • Boat Rentals

Great course with Madi ! And The adventure in caves ! Super atmospher ! The Best boat in Karlobag ! Pozdro z Polski ! Hvala! See more..
4.5 Strbacki buk (2 reviews)
Spent More than 3 hours Waterfalls

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4.0 Svetiste Gospe od Krasna (1 review)
Churches & Cathedrals

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