Where is: Supetar is on the northwest coast of the island of Brac (395 km2), the transportation center and tourist resort well connected with Split by ferry (45 min) and with villages of the island by daily bus lines. Airport of Brac is 25 km from the Supetar.
About Supetar: situated in the Bay of Saint Peter, which named the town, is the biggest settlement on the island of Brac (over 3,500 inhabitants). Blessed with over 134 sunny days and 2,700 sunny hours a year, Mediterranean climate with long-hot summers and mild winters.
Supetar originates from the time of Romans and the first Christians, since it is obviously an ideal place to relax. Evidences are the remains of an early Christian basilica in the foundations of today's parish church, Roman villa rustica remains on the coast to the sandy beach.
The parish church (18th century), bell tower, museum with an early Christian mosaics (6th century) and baroque paintings, monumental staircase built on the ruins of a 5th century basilica. The Petrinovic family Mausoleum with portraits and sculptures by Toma Rosandic.
Supetar's cultural and historic sites include: from the Neolithic period Kopacina Cave, in the vicinity of the town, cemetery church of St. Nicholas with old Christian sarcophaguses and the ruins of Roman Villa Rustica...
Supetar is a typical Dalmatian town, pictorial promenade, numerous fish boats, palm trees, cultural monuments, characteristic Mediterranean charm. There are plenty of restaurants where you can taste local, Mediterranean cuisine as well as some Croatian specialties.
Theatrical performances, concerts, folklore evenings and many other events are organised as part of the Supetar Cultural Summer. The museum of the island of Brac bears witness to the rich history of picturesque village which attract tourists with their tranquillity and simplicity.
Among the beach bars, bars, cafes, restaurants, disco club, dance terraces, you can always find a quiet place to have a nice conversation over a glass of wine or just enjoy the surroundings. Well known Dalmatian hospitality is present on each corner.
Various sports and recreation programs: swimming pools, boat trips, fitness club, tennis courts, mini golf, sailing, diving school, fishing, water skiing, boat rental, bike and scooter rental, kayak, pedal boats, beach volley, table tennis, water polo, mini golf...
Beautiful fine pebble and rocky beaches, some have sandy areas in the water, surrounded by tamarisk and rich pine forests. Excursions to Bol - Zlatni rat, Vidova Gora - the highest peak of the island of Brac (778 m), Blaca Desert, Dragon's cave...
Rich cultural and historic heritage, extensive gastronomic offer, entertainment programs, sports and recreational facilities. Excursions to the surrounding islands. Accommodation is available in hotels, annexes, villas and apartments. In short, Supetar meets high tourism standards.
