Should I spend 1, 2, or 3 days in Novalja?

Q: Is one day enough time in Novalja?

One day is usually not enough time to experience the energetic town of Novalja, so you may find yourself somewhat rushed. You don't want to miss the nightlife, the beaches, and the beautiful scenery. And you'll want even more time to just relax at the beach, too. So, you'll likely want more than one day, as many tourists set aside around two to four days for their visit. However, if your schedule is tight, we have a handful of recommendations to make the most of your journey.

Should you spend 1, 2, or 3 days in Novalja?

Not sure how much time you'll need in Novalja, Croatia? Most people spend two to four days in Novalja during their visit. After all, the energetic town will let you take advantage of the local nightlife, swim at the beach, and admire the wonderful scenery.

Novalja is a town on the north side of Pag Island. The town is about 20 minutes from the famed Zrce Beach, which is world-renowned for its wild party scene. During the summer months young travelers flock to the area for its music festivals and crazy all night beach parties.

Do you have one or two days to visit Novalja? Here's our comprehensive breakdown of how much time you might need for your trip along with some suggestions for things to do.

Is one day enough time in Novalja?

One day is usually not enough time to experience the energetic town of Novalja, so you may find yourself somewhat rushed. You don't want to miss the nightlife, the beaches, and the beautiful scenery. And you'll want even more time to just relax at the beach, too. So, you'll likely want more than one day, as many tourists set aside around two to four days for their visit. However, if your schedule is tight, we have a handful of recommendations to make the most of your journey.

How to spend a day in Novalja

Don't miss Zrce Beach during your trip to Novalja, as it's one of this destination's most well-known attractions. You should make sure to set aside enough time to see it.

This town is very popular for nightlife. After the sun goes down, head out to one of the many popular venues around town. This is a party island, and you'll find most of the action around Zrce Beach, which is about a 20 minute drive from town. The party scene appeals to the young, backpacker crowd and there's live music, DJs, and parties that last well into the morning. Zrce Beach has a huge number of bars and clubs including three clubs that are listed on the Top 100 DJ's Magazine Best Clubs List.

Public transit in Novalja is easy and efficient. In just a few days, you should be able to get around the town quite easily. There are local buses around the island or you can rent a personal vehicle like a motorbike or scooter.

Is a weekend (two to three days) enough time in Novalja?

Novalja, renowned for its numerous sights and attractions, is a major draw for tourists. So with a weekend, you'll probably feel rushed to take advantage of the local nightlife, swim at the beach, and admire the wonderful scenery. You really need more time to appreciate everything that the energetic town has to offer. Many visitors prefer to have two to four days to enjoy the beach and other sights. If you have a weekend or less, we still have some great ideas for what to do while you're here.

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How to spend 2 days in Novalja

Having a weekend (two to three days) in Novalja will provide you with more time to take in the best activities in the town.

The beautiful beaches await you in Novalja, so spend the day (or several, if you can) relaxing on the sand or swimming in the water. You'll find a mix of beaches near town including hidden gems that feel remote and undiscovered as well as wild party beaches like the famed Zrce Beach. Many beaches are pebbly or have coarse sand with turquoise blue waters.

Novalja is known to be such a beautiful destination, so just exploring and taking it all in should be one of the top things to do on your list. The moon-like setting is a bit surreal and stunningly beautiful. The striking blue waters contrast the landscape in a breathtaking way.

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