Last updated on March 25th, 2025 at 06:16 pm
Are you planning a trip to the Croatian Islands and wondering where the best beaches in Vis Island are? I’ve got you covered!
Vis Island is a hidden gem in the Dalmatian Islands, popular for its natural setting, dramatic scenery, small towns and untouched beaches! From world-famous Stiniva beach to the charming Lucica beach of Komiza, the many Vis beaches are perfect for a relaxing beach-hopping holiday!
In this guide, I cover the best beaches in Vis Island Croatia, plus what to expect and how to get there!
I had so much fun exploring all of these Vis beaches, by boat or on foot, while staying on the island for 5 nights back in 2022! So if hitting the beach while on Vis Island is on your itinerary, be sure to keep reading for a complete breakdown of which to choose!
Top 3 Hotels in Vis Croatia
- San Giorgio – top hotel in Vis
- Luxury Villa Envivo Komiza – ideal for groups
- Luxury Blue Villas – individual villas with private pools
A Complete Guide To The Best Beaches In Vis Croatia
A Quick Look At Vis Island Croatia!
Vis is one of the smallest Islands in Croatia and there are only a handful of towns and tiny villages to explore, the two main spots being Vis Town and Komiza. You can reach either in 20 minutes and there’s nothing much in between but jaw-dropping mountainous scenery, just how an island should be!
The best times to visit Vis Island are between May and September, I recommend June as the weather will be perfect for exploring the beaches in Vis and swim in the sea, plus all the amenities such as restaurants and transportation will be open, such as a boat tour around the Island!
Getting Around Vis Island Croatia
Before we dive into the best beaches in Vis, I wanted to touch on how you will be getting around the island to explore these beaches!
The island of Vis is about 56 square miles. While this may not sound large, the best beaches in Vis, Croatia are relatively spread out.
So, in order to see as many beaches as possible, I highly recommend renting a private boat while in Vis!
We chose a private boat trip and it was so much fun! You could also hire a car on Vis Island – from Vis Town, for this, you will need an international driver’s licence.
There’s also a handy bus that shuttles between Vis Town and Komiza, just 20 minutes apart and the main two places on Vis Island!
P.S If you’re looking for more tips about visiting the island of Vis in Croatia, be sure to check out my guide to the Very Best Things to do on Vis Island and my detailed guide on How to Get to Vis Island!!
GUIDE TO THE BEST VIS BEACHES
Now that we’ve covered how to get around Vis Island, let’s jump right into the list of the best beaches in Vis Croatia!!
1. STINIVA BEACH
Of course, I have to start with the most famous beach on Vis Island – Stiniva Beach! Vis’s iconic white pebble-stoned beach sits in a small cove, flanked by limestone cliffs at either side with crystal clear blue water to swim.
This beach is completely natural, the only facility is a little bar cabin in the corner for drinks, but throughout the day this beach is visited a lot by little speed boats! Stiniva is frequently awarded top beach in Croatia and it’s super popular!
Visitors come from as far as Split and Hvar to enjoy this small but extremely attractive beach and it’s even more iconic due to it’s challenging accessibility!
If you’re accessing it from the land you’ll have to put your sturdy footwear on and hike down the cliff – this beach is an adventure!
Another way to access Stiniva Beach is from the water! If you take a boat tour of the nearby Blue Caves and Blue Lagoon, a stop at Stiniva will be included, this is my top recommendation as well!!
2. LUCICA BEACH
Next on the list is lovely Lucica Beach, located just a few minutes from the centre of Komiza Town. This beach is pebble beach supplies deckchairs and showers and there’s a small local beach bar, which is very popular as a sun-downer.
I visited this beach often during my stay in Komiza Town, it’s the best beach in the area and the walk is very nice, the whole harbour area is like a painting with traditional stone townhouses, some of which are now converted guest houses and apartments.
3. KAMENICE BEACH
At the opposite side of Lucica Beach is Kamenice Beach on the West Coast located right next to the town of Komiža on the island of Vis and with it comes a slightly different terrain.
It is a pebbly beach with a view of the open sea, which is clear and relatively calm and the whole area is surrounded by large cactus trees giving it a special feel.
On this beach there’s also a bar, which is open all day and into the evening hours, so you can have fun there after the sunset.
5. BEACH MILNA
Milna is small holiday area located in a natural bay, on the southern coast of Vis Island overlooking the open sea.
It is surrounded by beautiful, unspoiled nature, crystal clear sea, isolated islets and rocks and is blessed with several very beautiful beaches from pebble beaches to fine sand including Milna Beach.
The beach of Milna is not too crowded even in the height of summer and along with fine sand, which is rare in Croatia, you can also rent deckchairs.
If you are staying in a villa on Milna Bay, this beach is ideal, this incredible boat excursion of Vis Island’s South Coast also leaves from this bay.
6. BEACH ZAGLAV
Just a 15 minute walk through nature from the Bay of Milna is Zaglav Beach, the most beautiful beach in the area!
Zaglav Beach isn’t accessible by car to reach its shores you’ll have to walk through narrow paths and rugged terrain, but once there you will love this serene and sandy beach!
On this beach there’s a modest restaurant and beach bar, not much natural shade, so you will have to rent beach beds and parasols.
Pssst: Don’t forget to check out my guide on Where to Stay on Vis Island for hotel options and a breakdown by area!
4. GRANDOVAC BEACH
Another one of the most popular beaches in Vis that is perfect for summer is Grandovac Beach close to Kut neighbourhood, I especially enjoyed Grandovac Beach, it’s also a great option if you’re staying in Vis town.
This natural quiet beach is surrounded by pine trees and has views of passing sailboats, although the beach is pebbly (but most are in Croatia) the waters are calm and shallow, which are perfect clear blue swimming conditions!
I stopped in charming Kut Village – San Giorgio Boutique Hotel for a few nights, which I highly recommend and from there, you can easily walk to this beach in 10-15 minutes, through Kut village and a coastal path!
P.S. If you’re not staying at this hotel head there after your beach visit for delicious food and wine!
7. SREBRNA BEACH
Srebrna Beach Vis, also called Silver Beach is situated within a limestone cove with giant white pebbles, similar to what you find at Stiniva Beach – they are both situated on the south of the island so that’s why!
Silver Beach is among the most popular beaches in Vis, it has the clearest blue sea and a clean beach, the only thing is that there are no facilities at all, but you can get natural shade from the pine trees.
Srebrna is one of the top beaches on Vis Island that you should definitely include in your beach-hopping itinerary!
8. VELO ZALO BEACH
Velo Zalo is one of the most beautiful pebble beaches in Vis! Situated just 5 minutes from Komiza Town, Velo Zalo is sheltered by the natural shade of pines and the sea is extremely clean for swimming.
You can get a taxi boat there from Komiza or even Kayak around the bay of Komiza. Velo Zalo is a lovely natural beach without any facilities, but this is part of the charm!
As a remote beach, Velo Zalo still has that undiscovered feeling, you can often have it to yourselves away from the tourist crowds even in the height of summer!!
BEACHES IN VIS ISLAND CROATIA FAQ
Which is the best beach in Vis Island?
This comes down to preference, but if you’re looking for a beautiful turquoise water beach with scenery, Srebrna Beach is for you! However, Stiniva Beach is one of the most unique beaches on Vis with its dramatic limestone cliffs and huge white pebbles!
How many days do you need in Vis Island?
I highly recommend spending 4 full days on Vis Island, it’s more of an effort to get to so I would really make sure you have time to stop and enjoy it all!
Explore the main sights; Komiza, Kut, Vis Town, a couple of lovely restaurants, Blue Cave, a boat day trip, relaxing day at the beach – or maybe some wine tasting? Find out more in my guide to the best things to do on Vis Island!
Can you walk around Vis Island?
You can easily walk around the towns and Vis beaches that are only 5-15 minutes away, however, boat taxis are a more common way to get to the hidden beaches in Vis, which you can do from Vis Town or Komiza!
Which Croatian Island has the best beaches?
Brac Island and its Golden Horn beach is considered as the best beach in Croatia. However, there’s hundreds of coves and hidden gems on all the islands! The best way to discover them is through boat trips around the Croatian Islands as some are only accessible this way!
Dos Vis Island have sandy beaches?
Yes! If you’re familiar with Dalmatian Islands of Croatia you will know that there are very few true sandy beaches, however, there are some beaches in Vis that are sandy such as those around Milna, like beach Zaglav!
VIS BEACHES FINAL THOUGHTS
As you can see, there’s no shortage of crystal-clear water and beautiful beaches in Vis Island. There are many Vis beaches to choose from, and I hope this list helped narrow it down for you!
If you only have one day to explore the beaches in Vis, I recommend sticking to the south side of the Island and checking out Stiniva and Srebrna (Silver) Beach.
However, if you have time, you should absolutely try to swim in every beach on this list!
I recommend exploring the beaches by private boat to get to the more attractive hidden gems, it was the best thing we did on Vis Island!
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Plan your Vis itinerary, Croatia’s most authentic island!
Here’s my go-to list of resources for transport, accommodation, and tours for travel in Vis Croatia!
- Booking.com for the best boutique rates
- Viator for great day trips
- Get Your Guide for unique day excursions
Read Next:
- Where To Stay On Vis Island Croatia, Best Hotels in Vis
- How To Get To The Island Of Vis: A Complete Guide!
- What To See & Do On Vis Island Croatia
- The Best Boat Trips From Vis Island: Vis to Blue Cave & More!
- 5 Wonderful Island To Visit In Croatia
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Michelle Trudie, is the founder of Little Wanderblog, a luxury boutique travel site. She has travelled to over 30 countries in the last 15 years. Michelle share’s her passion for stylish and affordable luxury travel experiences in Europe and beyond! Her goal is to make travel planning easier to hidden gem places!
