Plaža Karma
Plaža Karma is a relaxed pebble-and-rock city beach in Zadar with clean, clear water and pleasant sea views. It stays notably less crowded than nearby Kolovare, making it a calm spot for a swim, with bars and restaurants close by. The rocky shoreline and sea urchins make water shoes essential.
- Best time:
- Arrive early on summer mornings to claim a shaded spot under the trees; it stays relatively quiet even in high season.
- Who it's for:
- Families and travelers wanting a calm, easy-to-reach city beach who don't mind rocks and bring water shoes.
The facts
- Sand / surface
- pebble
“small stones sandy beach”
- Water quality
- clean, clear
“beautiful clear water”
- Family friendly
- yes
“Good for families”
- Bar
- yes
“There’s also a bar which has cheap drinks and ice cream”
- Restaurant
- yes
“A lot of restaurants are close”
- Showers
- yes
“Showers also free”
- Toilets
- yes
“Only 1 mobile toilet, but that's free”
- Parking
- street parking near the beach
“Parking is possible at the street near the beach”
- Snorkeling
- yes
“loads of fish to see”
- Cleanliness
- clean
“Pretty clean, large coast”
- Crowd level
- not too busy
“the beach was not crowded at all”
- Beach size
- medium
“large coast to set yourself somewhere”
Good to know
- Sea urchins — “some have sea urchins hidden in them, so be careful”
- Sharp/slippery rocks — “the rocks on thr beach and in the sea as well are sharp and uncomfortable to walk on”
- Rocky, difficult water entry — “Not easy to go down in the water as some rocks are quite dangerous”
Pros
- +Clear, clean water good for swimming
- +Less crowded than other Zadar beaches
- +Free showers and toilet
- +Bars and restaurants nearby with fair prices
- +Easy to reach, short walk from drop-off
- +Some natural shade under trees
Cons
- −Rocky, sharp entry — water shoes strongly recommended
- −Sea urchins present in the water
- −No sand (small stones/pebbles)
- −Limited facilities (single mobile toilet)
- −Can get busy at peak times
FAQ
- Do I need water shoes?
- Yes — reviewers strongly recommend them due to sharp, slippery rocks and sea urchins.
- Is there parking?
- Street parking is available near the beach.
- Are there toilets and showers?
- Yes, there is one free mobile toilet and free showers.
- Is it crowded?
- It's generally calm and less crowded than nearby Kolovare, though it can fill up at peak times.
- Is it good for families?
- Yes, many families visit; just note the rocky entry and bring water shoes for kids.
Location
23000, Zadar, Croatia
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