Supetar City
Main ferry port and administrative center on Brač
Brać’s main ferry town with a sunlit harbour, palm-lined promenade and pebble beaches. Visitors arrive by boat to rent scooters, sample island lamb and explore inland olive groves and quiet coves.
Supetar at a Glance#
Costs: Moderate island prices - $80-150/day for midrange hotels, seafood meals and ferries.
Safety: Safe and welcoming - very safe and relaxed, typical of Croatian island towns.
Best Time: May-September (summer) - peak season is May-September; May-June and September are warm but less crowded.
Why Visit Supetar?#
As the principal port of Brač island, this sunlit seaside town is prized for its relaxed waterfront and island life. The Vela Riva promenade and St. Peter’s Church offer a pleasant old-town stroll, while local kitchens serve Dalmatian specialties such as gregada (fish stew) and island wines. Ferries from Split make it an easy entry point to golden beaches and the famous Zlatni Rat at Bol. Travelers come for laid-back Adriatic charm, local stone architecture and fresh seafood.
Best Things to Do in Supetar#
Supetar Bucket List#
Tositsa Museum of Folk Art - Explore the Tositsa Museum showcasing Metsovo’s traditional costumes, tools and local crafts.
Metsovo Main Square (Central Plateia) - Sit at the central plateia, enjoy local cafes and view traditional stone-built houses.
Local Wine Cellars (Savedikes) - Taste local wines at family-run cellars specialising in regional Epirus grape varieties.
Averoff Gallery - See the Averoff family collection of paintings and Orthodox icons in a small gallery.
Katsani Viewpoint - Walk to the Katsani viewpoint for sweeping highland panoramas and quiet photo spots.
Traditional Cheese Workshop - Visit a local producer to learn about and sample Metsovone cheese production.
Ioannina - Day trip to Ioannina for its lakeside castle, island museum and lively old bazaar.
Vikos Gorge (Vikos-Aoös National Park) - Drive to Vikos Gorge for dramatic gorges, hiking paths and traditional mountain villages.
Best Time to Visit Supetar#
Supetar enjoys classic Mediterranean summers - hot, dry and beach-perfect - and mild, wet winters. Visit May-June or September for warm sea, fewer people, and easier ferry connections.
December - February
6°C to 14°C (43°F to 57°F)
Mild, rainy winters make it low-key and quiet; ferries run but schedules are reduced and many tourist services close for the season.
June - August
22°C to 31°C (72°F to 88°F)
Sunny, hot and lively - perfect for swimming, nightlife and island-hopping; expect busy ports, family crowds and peak prices in July and August.
March - May & September - November
12°C to 22°C (54°F to 72°F)
Warm, pleasant shoulder seasons ideal for walking, cycling and quieter beaches; water is comfortable by late spring and returns to warmth in September.
Temperate climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 5°C to 30°C. Moderate rainfall (780 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Acceptable | 5° - 11° | 6° | 73 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 3.3 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.2h |
| February | Acceptable | 5° - 12° | 6° | 60 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 3.5 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.3h |
| March | Good | 7° - 14° | 11° | 67 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 3.7 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Good | 10° - 18° | 14° | 64 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 3.3 m/s | 1.1 high | 13.3h |
| May | Excellent | 15° - 23° | 19° | 54 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 2.9 m/s | 1.5 very high | 14.5h |
| June | Excellent | 18° - 27° | 23° | 44 mm | some cloud | 66% | 2.7 m/s | 1.9 very high | 15.2h |
| July | Ideal | 21° - 30° | 26° | 30 mm | mostly sunny | 58% | 2.8 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 14.9h |
| August | Excellent | 21° - 30° | 25° | 46 mm | mostly sunny | 58% | 2.6 m/s | 1.7 very high | 13.8h |
| September | Excellent | 17° - 26° | 21° | 66 mm | some cloud | 65% | 2.9 m/s | 1.1 high | 12.4h |
| October | Very Good | 14° - 21° | 17° | 84 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 3.0 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.9h |
| November | Good | 9° - 15° | 12° | 102 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 3.7 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.5h |
| December | Acceptable | 6° - 12° | 7° | 90 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 3.7 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.8h |
How to Get to Supetar#
Supetar is the main ferry port on Brač island and is reached via Split (SPU). Fly into Split, then take the short transfer to the ferry terminal and the regular ferries or fast catamarans to Supetar.
Split Airport (SPU): For Supetar (on the island of Brač) the nearest major airport is Split. From Split Airport take the local airport shuttle or taxi to Split ferry port (Stobrec / Split harbour) - transfer time to the port is about 30-40 minutes and airport shuttle buses cost roughly 30-40 HRK (€4-€6). From Split harbour take a Jadrolinija car ferry or passenger catamaran to Supetar: car ferries take about 50 minutes and passenger catamarans are about 35-45 minutes, with one-way fares typically 20-50 HRK (€3-€7) for foot passengers (car fares are higher).
Zagreb (ZAG) / Dubrovnik (DBV): Zagreb and Dubrovnik are alternative gateways but are much farther by road and sea. From Zagreb you would travel by road or rail to Split and then ferry; travel times and costs are significantly higher than using Split (SPU).
Train: There is no direct rail link to Supetar because it is on Brač island. The nearest mainland rail hub is Split (Split Glavni Kolodvor). From Split station take local transport or a short taxi/transfer to the ferry port - allow 20-40 minutes for the transfer depending on traffic.
Bus / Ferry: Intercity buses arrive at Split bus station; from there it is a short transfer to the ferry port. Ferries (Jadrolinija and other operators) run regularly to Supetar - car ferries (for vehicles) take about 50 minutes, and fast passenger catamarans are quicker. Combined bus+ferry travel time from Split is typically 1-1.5 hours including transfer times.
How to Get Around Supetar#
Use Split (SPU) + ferry to reach Supetar; ferries are frequent and straightforward. On the island, walking and local buses work well, while a rental car gives maximum freedom.
- Ferry (Jadrolinija / local services) (20-50 HRK) - Ferries link Split and Supetar frequently; car ferries (~50 minutes) and passenger catamarans (~35-45 minutes) operate seasonally and year-round. Book tickets at the port or online; ferries are the principal connection to the island.
- Airport shuttle / bus (Split) (30-40 HRK) - Split Airport is connected to the city and ferry port by scheduled shuttle buses and local buses. The shuttle is affordable and timed to many flights; a taxi is faster if you have tight connections or lots of luggage.
- Taxi / private transfer (~HRK 150-250) - Taxis from Split Airport or station to the ferry port are quick and handy, especially with luggage or on tight schedules. Expect fares higher than the shuttle but reasonable for short trips into town.
- Car rental (€30-€70/day) - You can rent a car on the mainland and take it on the car ferry to Brač. This is convenient for exploring the island but check ferry car reservations in high season. Driving gives access to beaches and interior villages that public transport may miss.
- Walking - Supetar’s town centre and waterfront are compact and very walkable; once you arrive on the island most amenities are easy to reach on foot.
Where to Stay in Supetar#
Village centre - €25-55/night
Budget guesthouses and family-run pensions offer warm, traditional stays. Expect simple breakfasts and stone-built character in the mountain village.
Metsovo pensions and guesthouses - Cozy, economical mountain rooms
Local guesthouse listings - Traditional guesthouses and rooms
Central Metsovo - €60-110/night
Mid-range options include comfortable boutique hotels with mountain views and regional cuisine - good for exploring nearby ski areas and trails.
Traditional boutique hotels - Comfortable rooms with local cuisine
Regional mid-range hotels - Well-equipped hotels nearby
Scenic village centre - €120+/night
Metsovo has a few upscale guesthouses and lodges offering refined meals and elevated comfort, but no large luxury resorts in town itself.
High-end mountain lodges (regional) - Luxury bootique lodges nearby
Premium guesthouses - Upscale rooms with refined dining
Where to Eat in Supetar#
Breakdown of cuisine types found across Supetar’s restaurants and food venues, based on OpenStreetMap data.
Shopping in Supetar#
Shopping in Supetar centres on local shops, small groceries and souvenir stalls along the waterfront. You’ll find shops selling olive oil, wine and regional products; for wider retail options head to Split. A weekly market or outdoor stalls often appear during the tourist season selling fresh produce and island specialties.
Nightlife in Supetar#
Supetar’s nightlife is relaxed but livelier in summer: waterfront bars, tavernas and occasional live-music nights keep things going after dark. The scene is more about social dining and drinks than big clubs. Outside the tourist season many venues have reduced hours and the town becomes very quiet in the evenings.
