Public spaces
Respect local norms and avoid misunderstandings
Rules of conduct in public areas
- Follow the rules of conduct in public areas posted on notice boards.
- Respect the municipal regulations of cities and municipalities by behaving and dressing appropriately, and avoiding the consumption of alcohol in public areas
Cultural attractions and sights
- Check the services offered with your tourist guides and information centres
- Respect cultural attractions and sights by adhering to set rules
Video surveillance
- For your safety, a large part of public spaces in cities are under video surveillance
- Avoid areas that are not maintained
Cultural awareness
- People in Dalmatia are considered as loud as their other Mediterranean neighbours, but they like peace and quiet during downtime, especially at night in residential areas
- Afternoon break from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. is the time to rest and prepare for the evening
- Exploring the city without clothes or in a bathing suit is subject to a fine
- Bathing suits are worn on city beaches, and nudist beaches are properly marked
Tips for public transport
Public transport
- Use accessible and safe public transportation
- A valid ticket is required while using public transportation
Taxi
- Use valid apps for taxi services just like in your home country
- Prior to using taxi services, make sure you check the provider, price and payment method
- Use designated taxi stops
- In case of any inconvenience, please memorise the vehicle registration number before reporting
Tips for cycling safety
Helmet
Wear a helmet while cycling.
Visibility
When riding on a public road at night or during the day in case of reduced visibility, marking with lights and a reflective vest is mandatory.
Riding
Riding is allowed on bike paths or bike lanes; if there are none, ride as close to the right edge of the road as possible. If you are riding in a group, ride one behind the other.
- Avoid overtaking or passing a line of vehicles on a section of the roadway intended for oncoming traffic.
- Change lanes, overtake or turn carefully with the turn signal on.
Tips for protecting your bicycle against theft
- Do not leave your bicycle unsupervised
- Use a chain lock
- Do not leave your documents in bicycle bags
Tips for electric scooter safety
Helmet
Wear a helmet while riding.
Visibility
Wear a reflective vest or clothing.
Riding
Use bike paths, and if there are none, ride carefully in pedestrian areas.
Safety tips
- Do not use earbuds in both ears
- More than one person per e-scooter is not allowed
- Children under the age of 14 are forbidden from using an e-scooter
- Avoid theft by applying proper safety measures and using designated parking spaces
Nightlife
Clubs
- Before going clubbing, make sure to check prices and payment methods
- Drug use is prohibited in the Republic of Croatia
Safe areas
- Avoid areas that are not maintained
- Be careful around strangers who offer party organisation
Lost or stolen documents
- In case of loss of a valuable item, passport or important document, contact the nearest police station.
- If the police find your belongings, they will keep them safe and, if they belong to foreign citizens whose names and citizenship can be determined, they will notify the competent diplomatic mission or consular office of the discovery.