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Located about 30 minutes south of Split, Omis is a small town mounted where the Cetina River flows into the Adriatic Sea. The town’s development dates back to the 15th century, thanks to the piracy industry. Now a center for adventure travel, visitors can engage in canyoning, rafting, rock climbing, and kayaking. Omis is famous for its rich culture, beautiful history, tradition, and beautiful landscapes that will leave travelers in awe! The small-town features some of Croatia’s longest zip lines. There is so much to visit Omis for. This is why every traveler should include it in their bucket lists.
Experience The Nature Around Omis
The natural environment in Omis is very impressive, and travelers can engage in a lot of activities exploring nature. Before reaching the sea, the Cetina River flows about 100 km of the Dalmatian hinterland. Travelers can go canyoning, rock climbing, and free climbing along the river, and witness Omis' nature at its best. Visitors can also engage in white-water rafting in this place. There is also a zipline, offering incredible views, but it is only for the true adventurers with no fear. Watching as the non-forested Dalmatian rocks meet the sea offers a great deal of fulfillment. The Cetina River, its canyons, the sea, and the hills make a beautiful combination of nature.
Explore The Old Town
The old town of Omis is small but lovely. It has beautiful alleyways situated around St. Michael’s Square. One can also explore the Romanesque Mirabella Fortress and the old town gate. The gates of the old town were constructed in the 15th century under Venetian rule. A good trick is beginning the tour from Port Terraferma on Omis’ eastern side, passing through Pjaca, the main historic thoroughfare of the town, until one reaches the western gates on the river. Along the way, visitors will find several bars. There is a protected church of St Peter, located on the river’s western bank. This church dates back to the 10th century, and many people consider it one of pre-Romanesque sacral architecture’s most important examples. Travelers shouldn’t leave the old town without exploring the medieval wall’s terraces, on the riverbed. The medieval wall was constructed by the pirates as a means of stopping their enemies from invading the Cetina. The pirates used their smallest ship to pass through a secret passage.
Dining In Omis
Travelers can never have enough of Omis' local dishes. In fact, one won't be short on sit-down meals and fast foods. One of the most visited food eateries in town is Bastion, having a good reputation for serving the best seafood. The eatery offers their guests sharing platter options, which can usually vary, depending on what’s available. Brzi Gonzalez is another food eatery to consider, located about one km south of the town’s bridge. This restaurant is widely recognized for serving the tastiest Mexican cuisine. They only lack authenticity, but their effort and the massive portions of meals they offer surely make up for it. On Cetina’s banks, about two kilometers inland, is Kastil Slanica, a beautiful restaurant that was once a secret hideout of pirates. The restaurant provides a unique riverside atmosphere and a menu offering Dalmatian staples, including peka and sometimes the rare cuisine of the Dalmatian hinterland, such as meals prepared with eels, frogs, and river fish. Travelers looking to get a seating space directly overlooking the river should ensure they specify when booking because they are always limited, and only available on a first-come, first-serve basis. When one moves about one kilometer more towards the river, they’ll reach Radman Mills, a beautiful dining spot with a less formal dining experience.
Omis’ Beach Experience
Croatia’s beaches are known to be rocky, but Omis is one of the country’s few places where visitors can find plenty of beautiful sandy beaches, offering plenty of sunbathing and swimming opportunities. The town has small, secluded coves as well as long shallow beaches perfect for families with kids and deep ones too. Omis has it all when it comes to beach life. This is why tourists can have a beautiful summer vacation in this small town, and have an amazing beach experience. The sandy beaches are full of activities and many forms of entertainment, and travelers opting for them can visit the campgrounds at the town center or the Big Beach situated at the town center. This beach is always crowded with visitors, especially in summer. Travelers can enjoy jet-skis, boating, and kayaking on most of Omis's beaches or those in the Omis Riviera. The villages in the Riviera offer endless options for tourists looking for remote settings, like the stunning coves, such as Stanici, Medici, Lokva Rogoznica, Marisici, Brzet, just to mention a few. The coast side of Omis Riviera is brimming with swimming opportunities, and finding a beach for a summer holiday won’t be a problem. Most of Omis’ beaches are accessible by car, but the most spectacular ones located in the remote settings are accessible from the sea only.
With a strong history, impressive nature, incredible beaches, and amazing food culture, Omis is definitely worth visiting.