Krka National Park, in the hinterland of Šibenik in Dalmatia, protects the Krka River and its tufa waterfalls. The park reports 109 km² (42 sq mi), seven waterfalls and 47 km (29 mi) of trails. The ticket price depends on the season: for an adult in 2026, €7 in winter, €20 in spring and October, and €40 from June to September (€30 after 3 pm), according to the park’s official price list. Swimming is banned except in specially designated areas. This page explains which ticket to choose, which entrance to use, when to arrive and what to see.
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Krka National Park: key facts
- Adult ticket 2026 (all land sites): €7 (January to March, November to December), €20 (April, May, October), €40 (June to September; €30 after 3 pm) (checked 27 October 2026 on npkrka.hr)
- Children aged 7 to 18: €4, €12 or €15 depending on the period (€11.25 after 3 pm in summer); free under 7
- Opening hours: vary by month; at Skradinski buk, 8 am to 8 pm in June, July and August, 9 am to 4 pm in winter (official radno vrijeme page)
- Included (1 April to 31 October): Skradin – Skradinski buk boat and Lozovac – Skradinski buk bus
- Swimming: banned, except in specially marked areas set aside for it (park rules)
- Buying tickets: online in the park’s official shop or at the entrances (checked 27 October 2026 on npkrka.hr)
Krka National Park in brief
According to Wikipedia, the national park was created in 1985. The Krka River flows over tufa barriers, a limestone rock that forms where moss and algae grow and keeps building up: this is what creates the stepped cascades. The park rules prohibit breaking or damaging the tufa, and walking on the barriers outside authorized paths.
Two sites account for most visits. Skradinski buk, the most famous, drops in a series of steps; a loop trail, mostly on boardwalks, runs around it. Upstream, Roški slap (25.5 m or 84 ft) is quieter. Between the two, on a small island in the middle of the river, stand the Franciscan church and monastery of Visovac. The site also has industrial heritage: the Krka hydroelectric power plant, commissioned in 1895, was the first in Croatia to produce alternating current.
Tickets: which fare, which season?
The park’s 2026 price list (in Croatian) distinguishes three periods. The « all land sites » ticket gives access to Skradinski buk and the other sites; a cheaper ticket covers only Roški slap, Kistanje (Vrelo života), the Manojlovac waterfalls, Burnum and the Puljane eco-campus.
| Individual ticket (2026) | Jan.–Mar., Nov.–Dec. | April, May, October | June–September |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult, all land sites | €7 | €20 | €40 (€30 after 3 pm) |
| Child 7–18, student, all sites | €4 | €12 | €15 (€11.25 after 3 pm) |
| Adult, Roški slap and northern sites only | €7 | €12 | €20 |
| Child 7–18, Roški slap and northern sites | €4 | €8 | €12 |
From 1 April to 31 October, the ticket includes the boat between Skradin and Skradinski buk and the bus between Lozovac and Skradinski buk; from 1 June to 30 September, a bus also serves Roški slap from Laškovica. Boat excursions to Visovac or Roški slap cost extra, from €10 to €20 for an adult in 2026 depending on the route, according to the same price list. Holders of the European Disability Card and one companion enter free on presentation of the card.
Buying your ticket: official or tour?
The entry ticket is sold in the park’s online shop or at the entrances. Many agencies also sell day trips from Split, Šibenik or Zadar, with transport. Before booking one, check whether park entry is included (and for which season), which entrance is used (Skradin or Lozovac), how much free time you get on site and the cancellation terms. Compare with the official price of the ticket alone, which varies sharply by month.
Opening hours and entrances
The park is open all year. It has four main entrances: Lozovac, Skradin, Roški slap / Laškovica and Burnum / Puljane (official entrances page). From Skradin, you reach Skradinski buk by boat; from Lozovac, by bus. Hours change by month:
| Period | Skradinski buk, Roški slap | Manojlovac waterfalls, Burnum |
|---|---|---|
| January, February, November, December | 9 am – 4 pm | Closed |
| March | 9 am – 5 pm | Closed |
| April | 8 am – 6 pm | 10 am – 6 pm |
| May | 8 am – 7 pm | 10 am – 6 pm |
| June | 8 am – 8 pm | 10 am – 6 pm |
| July, August | 8 am – 8 pm | 8 am – 8 pm |
| September | 8 am – 7 pm | 10 am – 6 pm |
| 1–15 October | 8 am – 6 pm | 9 am – 5 pm |
| 16–31 October | 9 am – 5 pm | 9 am – 5 pm |
Best time to visit
The official price list holds a clear clue: in summer, the ticket is cheaper after 3 pm (€30 instead of €40 for an adult). The table below shows that in June, July and August there are still several hours of daylight after 3 pm, until closing at 8 pm. Arriving at opening time or in the late afternoon are therefore the two logical strategies; we do not have official hourly attendance figures.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:27 am | 4:43 pm | 9 h 16 min |
| February | 6:55 am | 5:25 pm | 10 h 30 min |
| March | 6:09 am | 6:01 pm | 11 h 53 min |
| April | 6:13 am | 7:39 pm | 13 h 26 min |
| May | 5:30 am | 8:14 pm | 14 h 44 min |
| June | 5:13 am | 8:40 pm | 15 h 27 min |
| July | 5:27 am | 8:36 pm | 15 h 09 min |
| August | 5:59 am | 8:00 pm | 14 h 01 min |
| September | 6:34 am | 7:07 pm | 12 h 32 min |
| October | 7:10 am | 6:13 pm | 11 h 03 min |
| November | 6:50 am | 4:30 pm | 9 h 40 min |
| December | 7:23 am | 4:18 pm | 8 h 56 min |
In spring (April to May), the ticket is €20 and daylight already lasts more than 13 hours. In winter, entry is €7, but the included boat and bus shuttles do not run (they operate from 1 April to 31 October). For temperatures, see the best time to visit Croatia.
Park rules and common mistakes
The park rules prohibit in particular:
- swimming, except in specially marked areas set aside for it;
- breaking or damaging the tufa, and walking on tufa barriers outside authorized paths;
- leaving the marked trails;
- camping, fires outside designated spots and littering;
- using drones;
- picking plants and fishing.
Dogs are allowed on a leash, but not on Visovac island. The mistakes we see most often stem from these rules: arriving with the idea of swimming below Skradinski buk (it is banned), turning up off-season and counting on the included shuttles, or paying for a tour without checking that entry, which costs anywhere from €7 to €40 depending on the month, is included.
What to see around Krka
On the Dalmatian coast, Split and Zadar are the two main bases. For another national park of lakes and waterfalls, see our page on Plitvice Lakes, and farther south, Dubrovnik.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Krka National Park cost in 2026?
For an adult, all-land-sites ticket: €7 from November to March, €20 in April, May and October, €40 from June to September (€30 after 3 pm), according to the park’s official price list. Free for children under 7.
Can you swim at Krka?
No, except in specially marked areas set aside for it. The park rules ban swimming elsewhere, including below the waterfalls.
Which entrance should you choose for Skradinski buk?
Skradin (boat to the waterfall) or Lozovac (bus to the waterfall). These shuttles are included in the ticket from 1 April to 31 October.
What are Krka National Park’s opening hours?
They vary by month: at Skradinski buk, 8 am to 8 pm in June, July and August, and 9 am to 4 pm in winter, according to the official website.
Are dogs allowed?
Yes, on a leash at all times, but not on Visovac island, according to the park rules.
When should you visit Krka to pay less?
Off-season, the adult ticket is €7 (winter) or €20 (April, May, October). In summer, it costs €30 instead of €40 after 3 pm.
Our sources
- JU « Nacionalni park Krka », npkrka.hr: price list « Cjenik 2026 » (PDF), pages « Radno vrijeme », « Ulazi u Park », « Pravila Parka » and key figures, consulted on 27 October 2026
- Wikipedia, « Krka National Park » article (creation, Skradinski buk, Roški slap, Visovac, 1895 power plant, coordinates), consulted on 27 October 2026
- Astronomical calculations: NOAA solar algorithm, applied by Destination de Voyage to the coordinates of Krka National Park (Wikipedia) (15th of each month, year 2027, clear horizon)
- Our methodology
Updated November 2026. Prices and hours may change: check the official website before you go.