What are the best things to do in Karlovac?
Start with The Star (Zvijezda), Museum of the Homeland War Turanj, and Klek above Ogulin. This guide maps 43 curated places in Karlovac, including sights, activities, food and shopping.
Photo: Szeder László / CC BY-SA 4.0
Your complete guide to Karlovac: the landmarks worth your time, the food locals love, the quiet corners most visitors miss, plus what's on while you're here. Discover it all in the CroVenture app.
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Karlovac travel questions, answered
Quick answers based on 43 curated places.
Where can I find hidden gems in Karlovac?
The guide currently includes 7 hidden gems in Karlovac. Start with The Star (Zvijezda), Museum of the Homeland War Turanj, and Klek above Ogulin and use the city sections to see each place alongside nearby sights and routes.
How should I plan a day in Karlovac?
Use the category sections to combine nearby sights, activities and places to eat. All 43 curated places are grouped so you can build a plan that fits your interests.
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Hidden gems in Karlovac
Legendary
Sight
The Star (Zvijezda)
A 1579 Renaissance star-fortress, the core of Karlovac.
Photo: Szeder László / CC BY-SA 4.0
Legendary
Activity
Museum of the Homeland War Turanj
Tanks and true stories on Karlovac's former front line.
Photo: VitVit / CC BY-SA 4.0
Legendary
Activity
Klek above Ogulin
The witches' mountain above Ogulin, a rocky head with huge views.
Photo: Zorro.mstitel01 / Public domain
Places
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Sights
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Sights
15 Legendary
Sight
The Star (Zvijezda)
A 1579 Renaissance star-fortress, the core of Karlovac.
Photo: Szeder László / CC BY-SA 4.0
Hidden gem
Sight
Stari grad Novigrad
A historic fortified site near Karlovac, a witness to the area's turbulent past.
Photo: Šeki / CC BY 3.0
Sight
Dubovac Castle
A medieval hilltop castle above Karlovac, with a view.
Photo: Bearcro / CC BY-SA 3.0
Sight
Ban Jelačić Square
The main square inside the Star, lined with baroque facades.
Photo: Suradnik13 / CC BY-SA 3.0
Sight
Holy Trinity Church
A baroque church on the Star's main square.
Photo: Suradnik13 / CC BY-SA 3.0
Sight
Music Pavilion
A worthwhile landmark for a richer Karlovac route.
Photo: Zblace / CC BY-SA 4.0
Plus 9 more, unlocked as you explore in the CroVenture app.
- Karlovac Milestone
- Croatian Home
- Katzler Pavilion
- Radićeva Street
- Turanj Old Town
- Wooden Bridge
- Banija Bridge
- Four Rivers Marker
- Karlovac Railway Station
Activities
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Activities
24 Legendary
Activity
Museum of the Homeland War Turanj
Tanks and true stories on Karlovac's former front line.
Photo: VitVit / CC BY-SA 4.0
Legendary
Activity
Klek above Ogulin
The witches' mountain above Ogulin, a rocky head with huge views.
Photo: Zorro.mstitel01 / Public domain
Hidden gem
Activity
Dubovac Viewpoint
The castle hill of Dubovac, with Karlovac and the Kupa at your feet.
Photo: Bearcro / CC BY-SA 3.0
Activity
Karlovac City Museum
The fortress-city's history in the baroque Vraniczany palace.
Photo: Suradnik13 / CC BY-SA 3.0
Activity
Foginovo Beach
Karlovac's beloved river beach on the clear Korana.
Photo: Bukovacka / CC BY-SA 4.0
Activity
Zorin Dom Theatre
Karlovac's grand old theatre, still the city's cultural heart.
Photo: Suradnik13 / CC BY-SA 3.0
Plus 18 more, unlocked as you explore in the CroVenture app.
- Kupa and Korana Confluence
- Star Fortress Moat
- Aquatika Aquarium
- Vrbanić Gardens
- Karlovac Promenade
- Edison Cinema
- Nikola Tesla Experience Center
- Šanac Walk
- Kupa Riverbank
- Korana River Promenade
- Marmont Alley
- Kozjača Forest
- Ivan Goran Kovačić Library
- Vjekoslav Karas Gallery
- Mrežnica River Stop
- Dobra River Stop
- Rakovac Park
- Sveta Gera / Trdinov vrh
Shopping
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Shopping
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Shopping
Karlovčanka Shopping Center
A worthwhile practical stop for a richer Karlovac route.
Photo: Szeder László / CC BY-SA 4.0
Plus 3 more, unlocked as you explore in the CroVenture app.
- Karlovac City Market
- Supernova Karlovac
- KTC Karlovac
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