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The most affordable highest rated hotels in Trogir include:

• Villa Moretti starting at $60
• Villa Maslina starting at $40
• Villa Kampanel starting at $74
• Bifora Heritage Hotel starting at $74
• Hotel Monika Trogir starting at $62

Tips to Save Money on Accommodation in Trogir

The effecient public transportation in Trogir allows for cheaper accommodations outside the town, but commuting might take a bite out of your travel budget and time.

By traveling in the off-peak times like the low or shoulder season, and steering clear of summer, you'll find cheaper lodging and smaller crowds.

Many people love to walk around Trogir, so you'll want to choose accommodation in a central area. However, this can mean a higher price point.

The town's historic old town is a significant draw for tourists. Hotels here may be more expensive, but they often feature a lot of character and a prime location for easy access to attractions.

Transportation Tips

When driving, it's important to check that your hotel has good parking options.

Some of the standard hotel transfers and transport options include:

• Airport Transfer for $43 details
• Private Transfer from Split Croatia Airport to Hotel for $60 details
• Private Transfer from Trogir to Split Airport (SPU) for $40 details

When dining out, the average daily cost for food in Trogir is around $62 (€57) per person, with previous travelers spending from $27 to $116. Generally, breakfast and lunch cost less than dinner, but this will depend on the type of restaurant and what you order.

Typical meal prices in Trogir are as follows:

• Breakfast: $6 to $19
• Lunch: $9 to $25
• Dinner: $19 to $43
• Coffee: $5
• Fast Food or Street Food: $9

As can be expected, authentic Trogir dishes are oriented to sea food. That means that the food is easy to prepare, light and healthy. The secret of the fabulous taste of fish, meat, or other cooked Trogir Gastronomy dishes lies in its simplicity. Yet the idea that simplicity means everyone everywhere could prepare them would be deceiving. The tradition of grilling and roasting fish and delicacies of the sea in this region has been carried on from generation to generation, whereby the proper grilling technique often depends on the type of wood or wood briquettes chosen to do the grilling. In addition to this come the tantalizing Dalmatian olive oil, grilling technique, and the particular taste of the fish and delicacies of the sea. This is what leaves every guest, once they have tried it, with unforgettable memories to take back home. Famous Trogir specialties include dishes like: mussels, shrimp (scampi), roast fish, delicious fish stew with rice, and meat specialties like sour marinated beef (pasticada) with noodles (njoki).

Food & Dining Tips

Lots of hotels throw breakfast into the room rate, but some will charge for it. The quality and price can differ by hotel. Understanding this in advance can help you figure out if you'll need to spend extra money. It may be worth splurging on the hotel buffet, or you could find a less expensive option at a nearby bakery or cafe.

Bring a water bottle instead of buying beverages everywhere. It helps the environment, too.

Before booking a tour, make a point of knowing which meals are part of the package. You may be responsible for some of your food costs, which can increase your overall budget.

Sightseeing in Trogir is a joy. It's a small town and Trogir's sights are conveniently clustered together, making it an easy walk and easy to understand why it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The magnificent cathedral of St Lovro, built from the 13th to the 15th centuries and considered one of the Adriatic's most architecturally and artistically important monuments. It represents the first example in Dalmatia of the Gothic style that was sweeping continental Europe. The significance of this work is how the Romanesque structure of the portal encloses the Gothic tendency to humanize the Biblical story it depicts. Notice the central scene of the tympanum in which Radovan conveys the Madonna's intimate relationship with the child by showing her uncovering the face of the infant. Beneath, Christ is depicted as a normal baby resisting the women bathing him. Perhaps the most striking figures are the freestanding sculptures of Adam and Eve in which he achieves a remarkable fluidity in the human figures he molded. Adam and Eve are depicted nude--a first in Dalmatian sculpture. The interior of the Cathedral is no less astonishing than the exterior. The Chapel of Blessed John Orsini is a Renaissance masterpiece. Although it took four decades to complete, the freestanding sculptures of Christ and the twelve apostles topping a basamento of nineteen energetic putti are remarkable of the harmony of the whole and the humanism of the individual pieces.

The east side of the town square is devoted to two palaces: the "Old" Cipiko palace is the smaller and displays a beautiful triforium. The "New" Cipiko palace has late-Gothic triforia on the first and second floors. Also on the east side of town, don't miss the church of St John the Baptist, dating from the 13th century with a magnificent portal and bell tower.

On the waterfront is the imposing Kamerlengo fortress which used to be connected to the city walls. It was built by the Genoans in the 14th century and in 1941 it was the site of a massacre of locals by the Fascist occupiers. A memorial plaque notes the event.

A pleasing blend of Romanesque and Renaissance architecture, Trogir boasts a spectacular Venetian Cathedral of St. Lovro, a 15th-century town hall, the Church of St. John the Baptist with its gorgeous carved portal. Trogir is a delightful little town that is conveniently located to explore Central Dalmatia.

Just a short drive away, visitors may explore the intriguing city of Split with its busy commercial port, residential houses, shops and restaurants all rising from the incredible ruins of Diocletian's Palace. The ancient ruins of the Roman city of Solin are also just a short drive away from Trogir and make an extraordinary day trip.

About 3km from Trogir, on the island of Ciovo (connected by the bridge) is a town called Okrug Gornji. It has 1km long beach with lots of bars right next to sea. If you like having a drink on a beach, jumping in the sea from the bar or a good night out then this is the place for you.

Charter your own boat. Right on the Riva embankment by Kamerlengo fortress, Filip's Marina is the setting-off point for charter boats and all-day sightseeing trips to Maslinica on Solta and Krknjasi on Drvenik Veli, with swimming, a picnic lunch and wine available. Also available is the Princess Mercy, a three-cabin, 14-metre boat equipped with air-conditioning, a TV and cooking facilities, which can be chartered or reserved with your own captain.

Swim amid colorful coral. Great diving sites are located nearby and provide an exciting adventure. Some of the best sites are found around the island of Solta. The abundant coral and sponges here offer divers a rich diversity of flora and fauna to explore, along with conger eels, octopuses, and lobsters. The plethora of local sites also allows available diving trips for all levels.

Scale a medieval fortress! Standing guard over the south-west corner of Trogir island, Kamerlengo was built by the Venetians in the 1400s after the conquest of Constantinople and the increasing threat from the Turks. Given its potential importance, Kamerlengo is surprisingly small, but ascending it gives superb views of Trogir's watery surroundings. Looking back, you also get a wonderful panorama of Trogir's historic center. Kamerlengo is used in summer for outdoor shows and performances, even open-air cinema screenings.

Local tours that last a few hours can be a great way to explore Trogir. Prices vary by the type of activity or tour, the dates, and the size of the group. Here are a few of the highest rated tours by previous visitors:

• Trogir walking tour with a local guide for $21 details
• Tour Electric Bike Ride Through the Krka National Park for $184 details
• Blue Lagoon and 3 Islands Half Day Tour by Speed Boat - Trogir for $65 details

Nightlife Tips

Enjoying the nightlife is exciting, but if you want to save money, drinking less is an easy way to do it.

When you're out at night and drinking, be aware of what's going on around you. You could become a target for pickpockets or other crimes, so it's safest to stay in groups.

Tasting tours and nightlife activities are very popular in Trogir. A few of the favorites from previous visitors include:

• Family-run Vineyard Tour & Award Winning Wine Tasting/Delicacies for $141 details
• Krka Waterfalls and wine tasting Tour from Split or Trogir for $45 details