The Atlas Obscura Guide To Šibenik

2 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Šibenik, Croatia

Updated October 21, 2021

Unusual Attractions in Šibenik

Just the sight of the arrow-shaped fortress intimidated would-be attackers.

Šibenik, Croatia

St. Nicholas Fortress

Large, airy hallways hide within an impenetrable fortress that beckons urban explorers.

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Šibenik, Croatia

Sea Tunnel at St. Anthony’s Canal

This unique structure allowed boats to bypass underwater mine barriers in the channel to enter the harbor.

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Visovac Monastery.

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Visovac Monastery

This picturesque medieval monastery guards a small trove of historic treasures.

9 miles from Šibenik

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