Plaža Šimuni
Plaža Šimuni is a well-loved pebble beach on the island of Pag, prized for its natural pine-forest shade, crystal-clear water and relaxed, non-commercial vibe. Several beach bars and small restaurants line the shore serving drinks and food, and the gentle entry makes it suitable for families. It draws crowds in high season but stays peaceful in the evenings.
- Best time:
- Late spring to early autumn for warm water; visit early morning or evening in peak summer to avoid crowds and enjoy the calm.
- Who it's for:
- Families and nature-loving travelers seeking shaded, clear-water swimming without loud commercial beach clubs.
The facts
- Sand / surface
- pebble
“A clean pebble beach, gently shelving water”
- Water quality
- crystal clear, clean
“the water is crystal clear, perfect for swimming”
- Family friendly
- yes
“the beach is suitable for small children”
- Bar
- yes
“You have 5 bars directly on the beach”
- Restaurant
- yes
“Two restaurants very close”
- Toilets
- yes
“amenities handled by the beach pubs (food, drinks, toilets)”
- Parking
- yes, paid nearby (~3-5.5 EUR via machine) plus free street parking
“Paid parking is available in the immediate vicinity”
- Sunbeds
- yes (rentable; parasols only via adjacent camp)
“you can't rent parasol, just sunbeds”
- Snorkeling
- yes
“can admire the sea floor from the clarity of it”
- Diving
- yes
“Nice place for diving”
- Cleanliness
- clean
“A clean pebble beach”
- Crowd level
- moderate; busy in peak season, quiet otherwise
“In the main season it's crowdy but on the evening it can be very peaceful”
- Water sports
- paddle boats, SUP
“SUPable shores”
- Beach size
- small
“In a small space you have the neatly shade of the trees or enjoy the sun on the stones”
Good to know
- Deep water close to shore in places — “the water is pretty deep in a couple of meters”
- Cold water — “Clean but quite cold water”
- Rocky sections underfoot — “a more rocky approach for the water”
Pros
- +Abundant natural shade from the pine forest
- +Crystal-clear, clean water good for swimming and snorkeling
- +Several beach bars and restaurants with food and drinks
- +Family-friendly with gentle, gently-shelving entry
- +Relaxed, non-commercial atmosphere
- +Parking available (paid and some free street options)
Cons
- −Pebble/stone beach can be uncomfortable underfoot
- −Water can be cold and deepens quickly in spots
- −Parasols aren't rentable on the beach itself
- −Crowded during peak season and parking fills up
- −Bar menus are similar and cafe quality is just average
FAQ
- Is Plaža Šimuni sandy or pebble?
- It's a pebble and stone beach, ranging from small pebbles to larger stones, with some rocky sections near the water.
- Is there shade at the beach?
- Yes, the adjacent pine forest provides plenty of natural shade along the shore.
- Can I get food and drinks there?
- Yes, there are multiple beach bars and a few restaurants serving drinks, coffee, ice cream and food at reasonable prices.
- Is it good for children?
- Yes, reviewers note the gentle, not-steep entry makes it suitable for small kids, though water can deepen quickly in some spots.
- Is parking available?
- Yes—paid parking via a vending machine nearby (around 3–5.5 EUR) plus some free street parking, though spaces can fill up.
Location
23251, Šimuni, Croatia
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