8 Sunset Cruises in Zadar to Build a Day Around

1.Sunset & Nighttime Cruise with Sparkling Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 397 reviews · from $40Our pick

Spend 90 minutes on a small boat off Zadar with sparkling wine and an English-speaking skipper such as Dom, Sabrina, Danko, Tony, or Luka. Watch the sun set over the Adriatic, hear the Sea Organ from the water, and see the Lion Gate, city walls, bridge, and Old Town lit at night.

“Very amazing activity to see the city from different angle. I loved everything about it, very nice skipper that knew a lot about Zadar, nice drinks served, and good choice of music. Really recommend this experience!”

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2.Sunset Cruise on Traditional Boat with Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 168 reviews · from $40

Join an English-speaking crew aboard Branimir, a 120-year-old two-masted Croatian wooden boat. From the pier near the small white lighthouse, you’ll cruise for 1.5 hours toward sunset with unlimited white wine, juice, and water. It’s a simple, scenic outing with Old Town views, music, and a front-row seat to Zadar’s famous evening colors.

“Very nice! Great view of the sunset, perfect timing! Nice music and drink variety.”

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3.Sunset Boat Tour with Aperol Spritz

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 125 reviews · from $30

Cruise from Foša Harbor for 75 minutes as Zadar’s rooftops turn gold. Your English or Croatian-speaking guide shares city stories, plays relaxed music, and pauses for sunset photos. The $30 fare includes an Aperol Spritz, though some departures have served prosecco. Meet the Molo boat 5 to 10 minutes early.

“Very efficient and nice guide with a small explanation of city Zadar ;) def a beautiful sunset scene by the ocean and worth for money ! And who hates Prosecco on boat ? Nah ;)”

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4.Sunset Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 72 reviews · 1 hour · from $50

Meet your English-speaking skipper by the City Bridge and cruise around Zadar as the sun drops. You’ll see the Old Town, 16th-century UNESCO-listed walls, and city lights from the water. The small boat carries up to 13 people, with gasoline and snorkeling gear included. Food, drinks, and hotel transfers are not included.

“We had the best time! It was only an hour but our tour guide was great and showed us a lot! It was beautiful to see the sunset right on the water. Highly recommend!”

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5.Romantic Sunset Cruise from Zadar by Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 60 reviews · 1h 15m · from $34

Join skipper Mario for a 75-minute sunset speedboat ride from Zadar harbor. With space for up to 10 people, you’ll cruise past the Dalmatian coast and islands, hear local stories, enjoy drinks, and watch the sun set over the Adriatic before returning to town.

“Very insightful tour, Mario was so lovely and even gave us drinks to enjoy while watching the sunset, such a beautiful experience, I would recommend to anyone coming to Zadar.”

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6.Romantic Sunset tour around Zadar with Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 35 reviews · from $26

Join Alice Travel for a 75-minute sunset cruise from Foša, with drinks, Adriatic breezes, and views of Zadar’s Old Town and Sea Organ from the water. English-speaking skippers such as Rocco and Nikša guide the small group around the nearby archipelago. Expect a romantic, easygoing outing, with a €5 cash docking fee added on arrival.

“It was great, drinks without an end! Best drive! My girlfriend loves me now more, because I booked that”

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7.Sunset Fishing Half-Day Guided Boat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · 4 hours Top rated

Join Captain Goran Longin for a private four-hour fishing trip from Zadar to the waters around Ugljan Island. Try jigging, bottom fishing, and deep-sea fishing aboard a 20-foot SeaRover, then swim, taste local seafood and olive oil, and watch the sunset with drinks and snacks.

“we loved every minute of this sunset fishing. Goran was extremely friendly and knowledgeable! his olive oil was delicious and he provided homemade tiny fish in oil (both anchovies and sardines)! We swam off the back of the boat and caught various types of fish! would recommend this experience to anyone young or old who want to try out fishing in the Adriatic Sea!”

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8.Sunset boat tour with champagne

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $20Best value

Cruise from Zadar’s INA pier past the Sea Organ and waterfront toward Foša during golden hour. Your English-speaking skipper provides local tips and old-town context while you enjoy music, a complimentary drink, champagne, and views of the Adriatic. The listed price is $20, plus a €7.50 port fee per person.

“It was a fantastic experience. We enjoyed this trip a lot.”

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