You might be free to wander around today, but St Michaels Fortress hasn't always been so welcoming! Find out the story behind this stronghold and exactly what it was built to defend.

This history-filled fortress is in Sibenik Old Town, a place that has plenty of things going for it! Cathedral of St. James, Skradinski Waterfalls, and Vodice Harbor are other worthwhile sightseeing options close by when you're done at St Michael's Fortress.

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Heritage Palace Varos - MAG Quaint & Elegant Boutique Hotels

Varoš

$1,073

per person

Jan 16 - Jan 21

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Roundtrip flight included

Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Split (SPU)

8.6/10 Excellent! (272 reviews)

I stayed in one of several ground floor (actually semi-basement) rooms that opened directly off the relatively quiet street. Noise was a major issue. This was for three reasons: (1) a window facing street and hidden outside by shutters and inside by curtains behind desk was left ajar. Closing it required moving desk, and a shorter person would have needed to stand on a chair. (2) Noise travelled from floor above easily - everything from footsteps to phone conversation was audible at 2am. (3) During heavy rain, the gutters somehow ran internally above the bathroom ceiling creating an echo chamber of dripping water noises! The front desk was not open for all of the advertised hours. I only stayed because I got three nights for price of two and location was conveniently close to the old town but not on busiest strips.

Reviewed on Oct 24, 2025

Cornaro Hotel

Old Town Split

$1,352

per person

Jan 16 - Jan 21

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip flight included

Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Split (SPU)

9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)

Great hotel! The spa was excellent and the breakfast was delicious. The staff was Very helpful and professional. The location is close to everything you need including restaurants , shopping , the ferry , and all the tourist sights . The room was modern , and although the roof top terrace , pool and bar were closed for the season, it looked modern , clean and had an AMAZING VIEW. The hotel is in a very safe area , (even though Split is very safe anyways ) I would totally recommend this hotel . Great Stay !

Reviewed on Nov 23, 2025

PIETRA ROSSA Luxury Rooms

Bacvice

$1,091

per person

Jan 16 - Jan 21

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Roundtrip flight included

Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Split (SPU)

8.6/10 Excellent! (59 reviews)

A clean and spacious room with lots of character. Ana the host was very helpful.

Reviewed on Jun 10, 2025

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Private Krka Waterfalls with Wine and Prosciutto Shore Excursion

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Private day trip to Šibenik & Zadar from Split or Trogir

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Private ATV Ride Experience in Grebaštica

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Crystal Islands - Jet-Ski Safari

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Private day tour to Krka Waterfalls, Primosten & Trogir

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Cathedral of St James and Kanal-Luka in Šibenik, Croatia. The cathedral was added to the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in 2000. Photograph taken from St. Michael’s Fortress.

Sibenik Aquarium

Make time to visit the sea animals who live in Sibenik Aquarium during your travels in Sibenik. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

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St. Nicholas Fortress

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Sibenik with a stop at St. Nicholas Fortress. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Medieval Mediterranean Garden of the Monastery of St. Lawrence

3/5(1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Medieval Mediterranean Garden of the Monastery of St. Lawrence, a lovely green space in Sibenik. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Benedictine Monastery of St. Lucia

4/5(1 review)

You can browse the exhibits at Benedictine Monastery of St. Lucia, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Sibenik. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Church of St. Krsevan

You can browse the exhibits at Church of St. Krsevan, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Sibenik. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.