Plitvice Lakes tickets and choosing your entrance
Choose a walking route before buying your Plitvice ticket. Entrance 1 gives convenient access to the Lower Lakes, while Entrance 2 is useful for routes involving Lake Kozjak and the Upper Lakes. Your entrance affects where you park or leave a coach and how you finish the day. Check the official route map alongside seasonal transport arrangements, then match the entry slot to a realistic journey from Zadar.
At a glance
- Book
- A few days to a week ahead in summer
- Time needed
- Four to six hours inside the park
- Which to pick
- Book a morning entry slot online a few days ahead, and arrive early to beat the coaches. Wear good shoes.
Plitvice Lakes tickets and tours
Timed park admission
Buy through the official park site and select the correct entrance and arrival time. Read the entry conditions before paying, particularly if traveling on a scheduled coach.
Admission with park transport
Standard park admission includes the electric boat and panoramic vehicle within the ticket's conditions. Check which services are operating and how they fit your chosen walking route.
Organized excursion from Zadar
Check whether the excursion includes park admission, which entrance it uses and how much walking time you receive. Transport alone does not necessarily include a park ticket.
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The best time to visit
Choose an early entry that your transport can reliably reach. In warmer months, this puts more walking before the hottest part of the day. Check seasonal route closures before choosing between the Upper and Lower Lakes.
How to get to Plitvice Lakes
From Zadar's main bus station, check current coaches to Plitvice and the entrance they serve. The park has Entrance 1 and Entrance 2 bus stops; confirm the stop before booking. Allow several minutes to walk from the roadside stop to the relevant entrance.
Tips for your visit
- Download the official route map before arrival and note which entrance your route returns to.
- Swimming is prohibited in the lakes, so plan a separate coastal swim on another day.
- Wear shoes with grip because wet wooden walkways can be slippery, and carry water for the full route.
Plitvice Lakes tickets and choosing your entrance
Should I choose Entrance 1 or Entrance 2?
Choose according to the official walking program you want to follow. Entrance 1 suits access to the Lower Lakes, while Entrance 2 connects conveniently with Lake Kozjak routes.
Does admission include the boats?
Standard admission includes the park's electric boat and panoramic vehicle within the published ticket conditions. Check seasonal operation and any restrictions on use before planning your route.
Can I swim in the lakes?
No. Swimming is prohibited. Stay on marked visitor routes and use designated viewpoints rather than stepping into the water or leaving the paths.
Is a scheduled coach suitable for a day trip?
It can be, provided the outward and return services leave enough time for your chosen route. Confirm both journeys and their entrance stops before buying timed admission.