Travel Guide: Makarska

According to the monthly climate data, the warmest and sunniest stretch is in the summer months, with July and August showing the highest average sunshine and temperatures. June and September offer a balance of warm weather with slightly fewer peak-season crowds and good sunshine totals. Late autumn and early winter show markedly higher rainfall, so those months are less favorable if you prioritize sunshine.

In Makarska

• Makarska Old Town
  The historic centre and waterfront of Makarska form a compact tourism:attraction where visitors stroll narrow streets, enjoy seafront views and discover small squares and town architecture. It is typically explored on foot as part of a leisurely walk along the riva and suits travelers who enjoy coastal townscapes, heritage walking and people-watching.

Around Makarska

• Punta Rata Beach
  A well-known natural:beach on the Brela coast, Punta Rata is popular for swimming, sunbathing and scenic photography of its distinctive shoreline. Visitors usually relax on the pebbles, wade in clear water and walk the nearby coastal paths; it suits beachgoers, families and anyone seeking a celebrated Dalmatian beach setting.
• Biokovo Nature Park
  A large protected mountain park dominating the Makarska hinterland, Biokovo Nature Park is a natural:park where visitors explore high karst landscapes, alpine flora and panoramic trails. Travelers typically hike, drive scenic roads, and visit viewpoints; it suits outdoor enthusiasts, photographers and those seeking mountain walks away from the coast.
• Brela Stone
  A small offshore natural:rock and local landmark off Brela’s coast, the Brela Stone is often photographed from the beach and surrounding viewpoints for its photogenic silhouette. Visitors typically view it from the shore or boat trips and enjoy coastal walks nearby; it suits photographers and day-trippers exploring the Riviera’s scenic highlights.
• Cetina River Gorge
  The Cetina River Gorge is a rugged natural:gorge near Omiš where visitors enjoy river scenery, canyon views and outdoor activities such as short boat trips, rafting and riverside walks. It is commonly visited for its striking limestone walls and active-day excursions; it suits adventure seekers, photographers and those wanting dramatic river landscapes.
• Tučepi Beach
  an extended natural:beach backed by a seafront promenade that invites swimming, sunbathing and casual seaside walks. Visitors often combine beach time with strolling the coastal path and enjoying nearby amenities; it suits families, active beachgoers and travelers looking for a lively stretch of the Makarska Riviera.