These are the tourist scams Trzly has documented across Croácia, grouped by destination. Each one is real, with a clear way to stay safe. Read before you land.
Como funciona: Restaurants list seafood dishes priced per kilogram in small print; ordering without asking the total first can result in a bill many times higher than expected.
Como evitar: Always confirm the exact weight of the fish or shellfish and the final price in your currency before agreeing to have it cooked.
Como funciona: Taxis waiting right at the cruise port or main gates sometimes quote a flat rate well above the metered fare for the short ride into the Old Town.
Como evitar: Walk a short distance from the port gate before hailing a taxi, use a rideshare app where available, or confirm the exact price before getting in.
Como funciona: Unofficial sellers near the entrance offer 'skip the line' tickets at a markup that may not be valid at the gate.
Como evitar: Buy City Walls tickets only from the official booths at the entrance points or the official website, and be wary of anyone selling tickets on the street.
Como funciona: Restaurant terraces along Stradun and near the Pile Gate sometimes add a per-person bread or table charge ('kruh'/coperto) to the bill that was not mentioned on the menu or by the waiter.
Como evitar: Ask whether bread or a cover charge is included before ordering, and check the printed menu for a coperto line so the final bill holds no surprises.
Como funciona: Unlicensed touts near the Old Town gates or cruise port offer a 'free' walking tour, then pressure the group at the end to pay a steep, non-refundable fee for a headphone system or reservation.
Como evitar: Book walking tours through a reputable, licensed operator in advance, and be wary of anyone offering a spontaneous 'free' tour with vague pricing near the port or Pile Gate.