Beach Borik
Beach Borik is a long, kilometer-stretch beach north of Zadar's center with a mix of fine pebbles, sandy sections, concrete and shady grassy areas under trees. It offers shallow, clear water ideal for families, plus a full range of facilities including showers, changing cabins, toilets, bars, restaurants and water-sport rentals. It gets crowded around the service areas but stays quieter farther along the shore.
- Best time:
- Summer for swimming and the lively beach bars; mornings for calmer swims and evenings for the sunset, with winter suited to relaxing walks.
- Who it's for:
- Families with children and anyone wanting a well-equipped, easily accessible beach day near Zadar.
The facts
- Sand / surface
- mixed
“some parts sandy, some part stoney”
- Water quality
- clear, clean
“crystal clear and even it was not a sandy beach”
- Family friendly
- yes
“recommended for families with small children”
- Bar
- yes
“There is a bar beside it with drinks and food”
- Restaurant
- yes
“The local restaurant is good and great prices”
- Showers
- yes
“fresh water showers were a bonus”
- Toilets
- yes
“Toilet 3kn, shower free”
- Parking
- yes, hotel parking €20/day or park farther and walk
“Parking is €20 if you choose hotel parking”
- Sunbeds
- yes, for rent low cost
“plenty of stretch beds for a low cost for the entire day”
- Cleanliness
- clean
“Nice warm and clean water!”
- Crowd level
- busy near facilities, quieter farther away
“very crowded around the restaurants and service areas”
- Water sports
- jet ski, SUP, pedal boat
“Possible to rent jet skis, SUP etc.”
- Changing facilities
- yes
“Showers and changing cabins available here”
- Blue Flag
- yes
“The "Blue Flag" testifies to its high water and beach quality”
- Beach size
- large
“The kilometer-long Borik Beach”
Good to know
- Slippery rocks and uneven depth underwater — “rocks are not so sharp with a aquashoes but a little slippery”
- Deep water offshore, better for confident swimmers in places — “this is a place is for those who can swim safely”
Pros
- +Long beach with varied surfaces: sand, pebble, concrete and shady grass
- +Clear, warm and clean water
- +Shallow, family-friendly shore with a kids' sea pool
- +Full facilities: free showers, changing rooms, toilets, bars and restaurants
- +Water sports available (jet ski, SUP, pedal boats)
- +Plenty of shade from trees
Cons
- −Fixed €20 hotel parking fee even for partial days
- −Crowded around restaurants and service areas
- −Slippery, uneven rocks in places; aqua shoes recommended
- −Small entry/facility fees mentioned (e.g. ~15kn ticket, 3kn toilet)
- −Some facilities may be out of order and smoke near the bar reported
FAQ
- Is Beach Borik sandy or pebble?
- It is mostly finely pebbled with some sandy sections, plus concrete and grassy shaded areas.
- Is there parking at Borik Beach?
- Yes, hotel parking is around €20 for the day, or you can park farther away in town and walk.
- Is it good for families with kids?
- Yes, the shallow shore, calm atmosphere and a small in-sea pool for children make it popular with families.
- What facilities are available?
- Showers (often free), changing cabins, toilets, beach bars, restaurants, sunbed and umbrella rentals, and water sports like jet ski and SUP.
- Is the water clean?
- Reviewers describe crystal-clear, warm and clean water, and it is noted as Blue Flag certified.
Location
Ul. Majstora Radovana 7, 23000, Zadar, Croatia
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