Should I buy Plitvice Lakes National Park tickets in advance?

Yes, it’s best to book your Plitvice Lakes National Park tickets at least four days to a week in advance. The park is a very popular destination and attracts large numbers of visitors, especially during the peak summer season. Tickets are limited and tend to sell off quickly.

Can I keep my luggage while visiting the national park?

If you’re carrying any big bags, you can keep them at the luggage storage facilities near the national park’s two entrances. There are also many lockers inside the park, near the hiking trails and popular attractions, for your luggage.

Are pets allowed at Plitvice Lakes National Park?

Except for service animals, pets are not allowed inside the national park.

Is photography allowed at the national park?

Yes, you can take photographs and videos. However, the use of drones is not permitted at the park.

Is Plitvice Lakes National Park wheelchair accessible?

Certain areas of the national park are accessible for people using wheelchairs through ramps and wooden boardwalks. Visitors can also rent electric mobility scooters if required. However, due to the location and the terrain, not all paths and trails are accessible for wheelchair users or those with impaired mobility.

Plitvice Lakes National Park Tickets

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Tickets to Plitvice Lakes National Park with Panoramic Train & Boat Ride

Flexible entry to Plitvice Lakes with boat, train, and trail access, plus optional guided tour.

Everything you get: Enjoy flexible entry to Plitvice Lakes National Park from either entrance or join a full-day guided tour from Split with AC transfers. Walk along wooden trails, cruise across turquoise lakes by electric boat, ride a panoramic train, and explore both the Upper and Lower Lakes at your own pace or with a guide.
Why choose this: Access all hiking trails, forested paths, and wooden walkways as you explore the Upper and Lower Lakes, passing turquoise pools, moss-covered cliffs, and cascading waterfalls.
Upgrades: Add a full-day guided tour with AC transfers from Split and an English-speaking guide for a hassle-free trip.

Flexible entry to Plitvice Lakes with boat, train, and trail access, plus optional guided tour.

Everything you get: Enjoy flexible entry to Plitvice Lakes National Park from either entrance or join a full-day guided tour from Split with AC transfers. Walk along wooden trails, cruise across turquoise lakes by electric boat, ride a panoramic train, and explore both the Upper and Lower Lakes at your own pace or with a guide.
Why choose this: Access all hiking trails, forested paths, and wooden walkways as you explore the Upper and Lower Lakes, passing turquoise pools, moss-covered cliffs, and cascading waterfalls.
Upgrades: Add a full-day guided tour with AC transfers from Split and an English-speaking guide for a hassle-free trip.

Inclusions

Entry ticket to Plitvice Lakes National Park
Choice of entry via the North Entrance (ideal for travelers from Zagreb) or South Entrance (best for those coming from Zadar or Split)
Full-day guided tour from Split (based on option selected)
Air-conditioned transfers from Split (based on option selected)
English-speaking tour escort (based on option selected)
Scenic electric boat ride
Panoramic train ride

Tip: Observe how the colors of the lakes change throughout the day. Depending on the angle of sunlight and mineral content, the lakes can display vibrant turquoise, emerald green, or deep blue hues!
Note that the following are not allowed during this experience: Photography for commercial purposes, cycling, and drones.
The park is not entirely wheelchair accessible.

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From Split: Full-Day Tour to Plitvice Lakes National Park

Explore Plitvice National Park, home to 16 beautiful emerald-turquoise lakes, a place of abundant natural beauty.
The lakes are connected and surrounded by luscious greenery. A perfect place to unwind and relax.
Explore this National park that houses various species of plants and animals.
Don't forget to bring your cameras along to capture the picturesque views of this park that has been protected since 1969.
For a hassle-free experience opt for the "Guided tour with entrance tickets" variant of this tour.

Explore Plitvice National Park, home to 16 beautiful emerald-turquoise lakes, a place of abundant natural beauty.
The lakes are connected and surrounded by luscious greenery. A perfect place to unwind and relax.
Explore this National park that houses various species of plants and animals.
Don't forget to bring your cameras along to capture the picturesque views of this park that has been protected since 1969.
For a hassle-free experience opt for the "Guided tour with entrance tickets" variant of this tour.

Inclusions

Transportation in an AC vehicle
Pick-up and drop-off at the central meeting point
Free wifi in the vehicle
Boat ride in the National Park
English-speaking tour escort
Insurance
VAT

Exclusions

Entry ticket to the park

Lunch

Students must present a valid student card to obtain the discounted price.
This experience is not recommended for children aged 3 and under.

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From Zadar: Full-Day Tour of Plitvice Lakes National Park

Experience the beauty of Plitvice Lakes National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with tour escort at your service.
Embark on a 30-minute train ride to experience the vastness and beauty of the clear blue-green waters of the lakes in the national park.
Motor across Lake Kozjak on an electrician boat while admiring the thick forests and lush meadows.
Check out Veliki Slap and Sastavci waterfalls situated at the Lower Lakes and snap Insta-worthy pictures of their beauty.

Experience the beauty of Plitvice Lakes National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with tour escort at your service.
Embark on a 30-minute train ride to experience the vastness and beauty of the clear blue-green waters of the lakes in the national park.
Motor across Lake Kozjak on an electrician boat while admiring the thick forests and lush meadows.
Check out Veliki Slap and Sastavci waterfalls situated at the Lower Lakes and snap Insta-worthy pictures of their beauty.

Inclusions

Tour of Plitvice Lakes National Park
Walking tour through Zadar
Tour escort
Access to a boat ride
Access to an electric train ride

Exclusions

Entry tickets to the National park (pay in cash on the day)

Tip: You can stop for lunch at the Lička kuća Restaurant at Entrance 1 of Plitvice Lakes. Try their local soft cheese “Basa”, potato rolls, homemade breads and plum jam.
Keep in mind drones, swimming, cycling, and fishing are not allowed on this experience. Pack wisely!
Individuals with mobility issues are not allowed on this experience.
This experience is not accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers.
Please be aware that this ticket does not cover entry to the National Park. Payment can be made in cash on the day of your visit.

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From Zagreb: Full-Day Guided Tour of Plitvice Lakes National Park & Rastoke Village

Explore the beautiful village of Rastoke and surround yourself with nature at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Plitvice Lakes National Park on this tour.
Enjoy hotel transfers and learn about the history of the Rastoke Village and expand your knowledge about nature and wildlife from a licensed guide.
Situated at the confluence of the Slunjčica and Korana rivers, see the quaint little houses built between the 19th and 20th centuries in the Rastoke Village.
Listen to how in 1962 the village fell under the protection of the State Directorate for cultural and historical heritage.
Marvel at the spectacular beauty of the Plitvice Lakes National Park with 16 lakes and around 90 waterfalls!

Explore the beautiful village of Rastoke and surround yourself with nature at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Plitvice Lakes National Park on this tour.
Enjoy hotel transfers and learn about the history of the Rastoke Village and expand your knowledge about nature and wildlife from a licensed guide.
Situated at the confluence of the Slunjčica and Korana rivers, see the quaint little houses built between the 19th and 20th centuries in the Rastoke Village.
Listen to how in 1962 the village fell under the protection of the State Directorate for cultural and historical heritage.
Marvel at the spectacular beauty of the Plitvice Lakes National Park with 16 lakes and around 90 waterfalls!

Inclusions

Day tour of Rastoke Village & Plitvice Lakes National Park
English-speaking guide
Transfers by air-conditioned vehicle
Plitvice Lakes National Park entry ticket
Hotel pick up and drop off (selected hotels only)

Exclusions

Food and drinks (available for purchase)

Tip: The best time to visit the Plitvice Lakes National Park is during spring and summer when the park is full of greenery and life. The warm weather is also perfect for hours of hiking and exploring the forest.
The experience is not accessible for wheelchair users.
The experience is not pram/stroller accessible.
Depending upon the weather conditions, some parts of the park might be restricted.
The experience is restricted for guests aged 3 and under and those with health issues.

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10 hr.

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From Split: Full-Day Guided Tour of Plitvice Lakes National Park

Croatia's most popular national park, Plitvice Lakes National Park awaits you on this full-day guided tour.
Listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage, there is so much to explore and learn about the biota and natural landscape of the park, you won’t know where to begin!
Take a 1.5-mile hike through the rich biota of the park and get to see how each lake is colored differently by the minerals and minerals that inhabit the waters. Enjoy a boat ride and an electric train that will take you around the park.
Home to numerous lakes that are connected by waterfalls and ten-thousand-year-old travertine barriers you are bound to be taken aback by what nature can offer you.
Accompanied by an English-speaking guide, you can experience nature at its best with unique flora and fauna that live in the park owing to its environmental factors.

Croatia's most popular national park, Plitvice Lakes National Park awaits you on this full-day guided tour.
Listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage, there is so much to explore and learn about the biota and natural landscape of the park, you won’t know where to begin!
Take a 1.5-mile hike through the rich biota of the park and get to see how each lake is colored differently by the minerals and minerals that inhabit the waters. Enjoy a boat ride and an electric train that will take you around the park.
Home to numerous lakes that are connected by waterfalls and ten-thousand-year-old travertine barriers you are bound to be taken aback by what nature can offer you.
Accompanied by an English-speaking guide, you can experience nature at its best with unique flora and fauna that live in the park owing to its environmental factors.

Inclusions

English-speaking guide
Panoramic boat ride
Electric train ride
Insurance

Exclusions

Entry tickets to National Park Plitvice lakes

Tip: While there are restaurants in the park, why not pack a picnic and enjoy lunch surrounded by nature? It’s the perfect way to make the most of your visit!
Photography is allowed.
It is necessary to arrive 15 minutes earlier at the meeting point.

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Plan your visit to Plitvice Lakes National Park

General timings:

November to March: 8am to 4pm
April to May: 7am to 7pm
June to August: 7am to 8pm
September to October: 7am to 7pm

Note: Tours of the national park begin when it opens at 7am or 8am and can last the entire day until closing time.

Best time to visit: The best time to visit Plitvice National Park is May, June, September, and October. During these months, the weather is mild, and the park is less crowded. You can also experience its beauty in different seasons when you plan your visit during these months.

Plitvice Lakes National Park Opening Hours

Address: Znanstveno - stručni centar "Dr. Ivo Pevalek" | HR 53231 Plitvička Jezera

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Getting There

Your ticket includes transfers from a central location. However, if you need to get to the National Park on your own, here is how:

By Bus: Intercity buses from Zagreb, Zadar, or Split.
Nearest bus stop: There are bus stops near both entrances for visitors to arrive at and depart from the national park.
By Car: The distance from Zadar airport to Plitvice Lakes National Park is 120 km.
Nearest Parking: There are 3 parking areas at Plitvice Lakes National Park. The largest parking lot is P1, which is located near Entrance 1. Two smaller parks-P2 and P3, are also available. These are located near Entrance 2.

How to get to Plitvice Lakes National Park

There are two entrances to Plitvice Lakes National Park:

Entrance 1: Also known as the North entrance, it is located near the Lower Lakes.

Entrance 2: Also known as the South entrance, it is located next to the Upper Lakes.

More information on Plitvice Lakes Entrances

Accessibility: Due to the location of Plitvice Lakes National Park and its terrain, not all paths, trails, and areas are accessible to people using wheelchairs or those with impaired mobility. Park employees can recommend the most accessible route, however visitors who need assistance in moving around should keep in mind that they will not be able to access many areas of the park.

Restrooms: Restrooms are available at both entrances of the national park.

Luggage storage: Visitors can keep their luggage in the free luggage storage areas, which are located near both entrances to the national park.

Accommodation: Hotel Plitvice, Hotel Jezero, and Hotel Bellevue are among the many hotels located in or near the national park.

Plitvice Lakes National Park Restaurants

Plitvice National Park has many restaurants located in and around its premises:

Lička Kuća: Situated close to Entrance 1, Lička Kuća restaurant offers culinary delights from Croatia's Lika region.

Plitvice Restaurant: In addition to a wide range of traditional Croatian delicacies, diners at Plitvice Restaurant can also enjoy stunning views of the park's cascading waterfalls from the terrace.

Restaurant Korana: Located near the Korana campsite, Restaurant Korana provides guests with spectacular vistas overlooking the breathtaking Korana River Canyon.

With many other restaurants and cafes located throughout the national park, visitors have no shortage of dining choices.

Swimming is strictly prohibited in all the lakes of Plitvice Lakes National Park.
While hiking, don’t stray away from the marked trails.
Don’t disturb any of the animal or plant life that you see in the park. Feeding any of the wildlife and picking flowers or plants is strictly prohibited.
Camping, lighting fires, fishing, and cycling are not permitted inside the park.

Marked trails at Plitvice Lakes National Park

For panoramic views, don’t miss the train ride and electric boat tour, both of which are included in most Plitvice Lakes National Park tickets.
Carry plenty of water, particularly if you plan on taking the longer hiking trails in the park.
Bring adequate rain and sun protection such as umbrellas, sunscreen, hats, and sunglasses, and wear comfortable shoes.
Photography is allowed so be sure to carry your camera to capture the scenic landscapes.