Tourist guide Metković Croatia
Top tourist attractions Metković. Discover, explore and visit natural and cultural sights, events and tourist attractions, and spend an unforgettable vacation in Metković!
Metković info
Tourist info Metković
Welcome to Metković, the second largest city of Dubrovnik-Neretva County, which is located along the banks of the Neretva river near the state border with Bosnia and Herzegovina. Metković is the administrative, economic and cultural center of the Neretva valley. The town was first mentioned in a court document from 1422 as a small agricultural place. It was like that until the nineteenth century when the city begins its rapid development thanks to the construction of the post office and school, as well as the increased volume of trade with the Ottoman Empire. 1875 Austrian Emperor Franz Joseph I visited the city, and one of the first hotels on the Adriatic was a hotel Austria which opened in Metković back in 1890. It can be concluded that the Metković even then offered its passengers and guests interesting content, and now, of course, offers more and more. Discover also the nearby city of Dubrovnik and make the most of your stay in this remarkable region.
Beaches in Metković
Metković is not a traditional seaside destination, but the Neretva river and its numerous channels and backwaters offer a unique natural experience. The development of tourism includes private renters who offer accommodation next to the sea in apartments and rooms in their private homes at an affordable price. Metković, as well as the entire Neretva valley, is an area rich in different plant and animal species. Despite draining a swamp for the needs of farmers, a wealth of fauna especially birds in several ornithological reserves remains preserved.
Sights of Metković
Rich cultural, historical and natural heritage and gastronomy will delight every tourist. Every day tours are organized with a boat through a multitude of channels and backwaters of the Neretva river. You will enjoy the kindness and hospitality of the inhabitants of Metković. For more information on attractions and events, visit the official Metković Tourist Board website.
Accommodation in Metković
Private accommodation Metković is available at affordable prices throughout the area. Explore all options in the wider Dubrovnik-Dalmatia region and find the perfect place for your stay. Metković awaits you with its warm hospitality and natural beauty. Welcome to Metković, the city on the Neretva river!
