Villa Barbara
Recommendations

Barbara's Guidebook

Our personal favourites nearby — from walkable restaurants to day trips and historic sights.

Sightseeing

  • Salona Archaeological Site

    Roman ruins — 10 min bus or car ride from Villa Barbara.

  • Plitvice Lakes National Park

    Amazing national park with waterfalls. Recommended as an excursion or day trip by car.

  • Krka National Park

    River Krka, waterfalls and national park — a perfect day trip.

  • Diocletian's Palace, Split

    Over 1700 years of history. Very easy access from Villa Barbara by public transport (train or bus).

Neighbourhoods

  • Coffee Bar on the beach

    5 min walk from Villa Barbara.

  • Beach Kamp, Kaštel Gomilica

    Beautiful beach bordering Marina Kaštela with a Kastilac view (Game of Thrones sight).

  • Trogir Old Town

    Amazing little coastal city — 20 min bus ride from our villa.

Getting around

  • Bus #37 to Trogir / Split

    Bus #37 stops right on the road — to Trogir in one direction and Split in the other, passing through Kaštela and Solin. Download the Promet Split app to purchase tickets.

Food scene

  • Marina Kaštela

    Walk through the marina with a view of Split across Kaštela Bay.

  • Strada Restaurant

    Typical Mediterranean restaurant walking distance from our villa. Ask for local food recommendations — you won't be disappointed.

  • Angolo

    Great steak house only 100 metres from our villa. Conveniently located and friendly service.

  • Restaurant Baletna škola

    A 20-minute walk by the sea takes you to this old family restaurant famous in the area.

  • Restoran Spinnaker, Marina Kaštela

    Upscale restaurant in Marina Kaštela. Absolutely phenomenal views and great food.

  • Restoran Odmor

    Family restaurant famous for barbecue options.

  • Pizzeria Rode

    Typical Neapolitan style pizza. You can't get any better than this.

  • Pizzeria Laguna

    Family-run restaurant with great menu options.

  • Mala Pjaca

    Fast food restaurant 4 minutes from us — pizza and grilled options.

  • Magic Pancho

    New fast-food spot, just a 4-minute walk from the villa.