Hvar is Croatia’s famous party island, and from Split it is an easy day trip by catamaran. Many stag groups base themselves in Split and spend one day on Hvar. Here is how to plan it.
Hvar at a glance
~1 h
catamaran Split–Hvar town
~2 h
car ferry to Stari Grad
Jun–Sep
beach club season
Pakleni
islands opposite Hvar town
€
prices in euro
How to do it
⛴️ Catamaran
Fast catamarans run from Split to Hvar town in about 50–80 minutes.
🛥️ Own boat
A private boat from Split lets you stop at bays on the way – and return when you want.
🏝️ Pakleni islands
Small islands opposite Hvar town with beaches and a well-known summer beach club.
🌅 Back for the night
Most groups return to Split for the night out.
🔊 Respect the rules
Hvar has strict noise and behaviour rules in summer.
A Hvar day
Morning
Catamaran
Early boat from Split – about an hour.
Afternoon
Beach and lunch
Pakleni islands, a beach club or the old town.
Evening
Back to Split
Return in time for dinner and the night out.
Boats from Split
FAQ
How long does it take from Split to Hvar?
About 50–80 minutes by catamaran to Hvar town, or about 2 hours by car ferry to Stari Grad.
Can we do Hvar as a day trip?
Yes – most stag groups take an early boat and return to Split in the evening.
Is a private boat better?
For a group, often yes: you leave when you want and can stop for a swim on the way.
Is Hvar open all year?
Hvar is quiet outside summer – the beach clubs run from June to September.
