From Wikitravel

Korčula [1] is an island in the Adriatic Sea, in Southern Dalmatia, near Dubrovnik. Marco Polo may have been born there.

[edit] Understand

Korčula is also the name of the most eastern town on the island. Another town is Vela Luka, 43km in the west, from where many ferries go. There are many small villages, including Blato, Smokvica, Cara, Pupnat, Zrnovo, Lumbarda and Racisce all worth visiting if you have more time to spend. Korcula is the most populated island on Croatian Adriatic coast. It has very good facilities for cycling with lots of small tracks with spectacular view. Cycling on Korcula is developing fast since the island has a very mild winter therefore all seasons are ideal for cycling.

[edit] Talk

Croat is the local language, but English is spoken at most restaurants, internet cafes, tourist information centers and travel agencies. Italian is also widely understood, especially amongst the elderly.

[edit] Get in

[edit] By car

From Dubrovnik

Follow the coastal road (E65) in direction Split. Then you drive on the peninsular Pelješac until Orebić. In Orebić you take the ferry to Domince/Korčula. The ferry goes every hour, except in the night between 24-4 o clock.

From Split

Follow the coastal road (E65) in direction Dubrovnik about 100km. In Drvenik you take the ferry to Korčula (it goes at 8:30 and at 17:30 costs: per person €5/ car €25/ motorcycle €10/ camping-bus €40). The camp is situated 500m from their.

[edit] By ferry [2]

from Split

You take the ferry to Vela Luka (around 10 euros per person). You can take a bus to Korčula from there.

from Dubrovnik

You take the Marko Polo (Jadrolinja) ferry to Korčula (80 kn).

from Dubrovnik

Libertas bus to Orebic (14:15 every day except Sunday) then passenger ferry from Orebic to Korčula (12 kn).

from Rijeka

10 hours, overnight (Marko Polo ferry), 210Kn

from Bari, Italy

12 hours, (Marko Polo ferry)

from Hvar, 1.5 hours, 33kn

By catamaran Krilo, daily leaving Korčula harbour to Hvar and Split at 6:00 am. Split-Korcula: 16:30. Three hours travel.

[edit] By Water Taxi

If arriving on Orebić you can get your self a ride on one of the Water taxis, or order a speed taxi boat that will get you across the chanell in under 7 minutes (Water express - water taxi service)098 757043

[edit] By bus

From Zagreb

There is a direct bus to Korčula, which takes 10 hours.

From Dubrovnik

There is a bus which takes 3 hours.

[edit] Get around

Korčula town has no public transportation. The town is small enough to walk everywhere. The layout of the town is quite simple, with a single avenue as the spine bisecting the village with roads branching from this central avenue toward the sea. A pedestrian avenue circles the village as well.

Bike rentals are available.

If visiting costal villages its best done with a water-taxi since Korcula has a big archipelago with many small islands well worth seeing (Water-express water taxi service 098 757043)

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[edit] Itineraries

[edit][add listing] Do

There are a bevy of activities to engage in Korcula. If you are the relaxed traveler looking for a quiet getaway, it's possible to soak up the sun on some of Croatia's most beautiful beaches. Be mindful that the beaches in Korcula are quite liberal, and most residents and tourists will be fully nude.

It is important to recognize that Croatia's beaches are quite rocky, so it is imperative to wear the correct footwear. If you plan to swim, wear shoes or swim fins in the water--there are many sea urchins! The beaches on Korcula offer gorgeous views of the karstic coastal ranges. One can see the nearby coastal village of Orebic as well.

Rent a kayak (200 kn per day for a double from Kantun tours.)

Rent a snorkel, mask, and swim fins from Kantun tours (25 kn/day or 110 kn/week) and go snorkeling around the island. Or, rent the kayak and snorkel set and go paddle to some of the islands around Korčula and snorkel there! Recommended is the southeast coast of Barija island--there is a nice small beach for your kayak and some lovely snorkeling.

Rent a bicyle (9-12 Euro/day) and ride around the island.

[edit] Excursions

Excursion to Mljet is organised daily by many travel agencies. Mljet is one of nine Croatian National parks, the greenest island in the adriatic which has two salt lakes and a small island with a monestary on the big lake. A perfect getaway to get in touch with nature, Mljet is a must see if you visit the Dubrovnik county. You can also get a return trip to Mljet by a speed boat it takes cca. 30-35 minutes to get to Mljet(250kn return trip Water express-water taxi service)098 757043

Orebic

Just a twenty minute ferry ride away. Orebic is a picturesque coastal village with lovely beaches and fantastic views of the Adriatic. Ferries depart Korcula seven times per day between sunrise and mid-afternoon. On Orebic, tourists can sample local crafts and Adriatic cuisine. The restaurants offer a seafront atmosphere and the best Octopus salad you ever tasted!

For the Active Traveler

Korcula offers a few activities for those seeking a bit more action. In addition to two nightclubs, tourists can take part in the old island tradition of the Sword Dance, where actors stage a historical battle with eloquent choreography. Tourists can also visit what the town claims is the birthplace of famed explorer Marco Polo (although "Marco Polo's House" was built at least a century after he died!). Additionally, local shops offer bike rentals if you choose to explore the island proper.

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There are plenty of restaurants on the island, ranging from traditional Adriatic fare to Italian influences.

Konoba ADIO MARE, Korcula Old Town - Sv. Roka 2, 20260 Korcula tel: (020) 711253 and 098 243845

Restaurant FRESH - Kod Kina Liburna, 20260 Korcula

Restaurant GRUBINJAC - Grubinjac, Grubinjac, Zrnovo, Island of Korcula

Restaurant KANAVELIC, Korcula Old Town - Sveta Barbara 12, 20260 Korcula, tel: (020) 711800, 711078

Konoba MALTA - Korcula, Sveti Antun - more info on Konoba Malta

Konoba MARINERO - Korcula Old Town - more info on Konoba Marinero

Konoba MARETA - Korcula Old Town - more info

Konoba MIJO - Pupnatska Luka ; Tel 098 168 5047 - more info

Restoran PLANJAK , Korcula - Plokata 19. travnja 1921- 20260 Korcula tel: (020) 711015, 711202

Pizzeria CINCICULJAK, Nova Riva - Korcula - (020) 715822

MARCO POLO MISTIQUE, Restaurant and Cafe, Nova Riva, Korcula

Buffet TRAMONTO, Korcula - Ismaelli 12, 20260 Korcula tel : 098 1921048

Konoba MATE, Pupnat, Korcula Island

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[edit] Stay

• Kaleta booking center.Right in the middle of town, across Old town main gate, offers it all rooms, apartments,transfers,excursions the lot. Friendly young staff will take good care of you.

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• Camping: Kamp Kalac [4], 20 min walking from Korcula town, directly at the beach. There is a small taxi boat between the harbour of Korcula and the Campsite/Hotel, operating twice an hour, for 10 Kn.

• Hostel Dragan's Den is located 10-15 minutes from Korcula town centre and a short walk away from sandy beaches. The hotel is well-suited for a couple or a larger group. Equipped with en-suite bathrooms and kitchens. There is free Internet access as well and a swimming pool.

• Maria's Place is right in the center of town, steps from Katedrala Sveti Marca. It has three double rooms with ensuite bathrooms, wifi, and a refrigerator. It is a good, nice, clean, quiet place for the budget traveler. Rooms from 20-35 Euro/person/night, depending on the season.

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[edit] Get out

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