Luc Devos2 weeks ago
Great experience! We received a very warm welcome when we picked up the car, and even better upon our return, as the person we checked in with even offered to drive us back into town. Thank you!
Near Old Town & Sea Organ · Ferry Port
Car Rental Zadar Downtown – Near Sea Organ & St. Donatus
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Aleks1 month ago
The car is fine, 6 people fit comfortably, a Dacia Jogger, the only downside was the person in the third row, it was a bit hot, but that’s a minor detail, the guys in the company are great!
Davy Novel2 months ago
My experience in avax car was superb. I rented Kia XCeed for four days and the car was great. People who work there are professionals. Especially Facundo, the guy was super friendly and helpful. Quick replys to my questions was good experience, because in some places people tend to reply whenever they want. Not here, here people take their job seriously. Not to mention that this car company will rent you a car without deposit. So choose only them, not any other company! Thank you!
Grupo Alfredo Jesus2 months ago
Great experience with Avax Rent a Car in Croatia! I rented a car in Dubrovnik and returned it in Zadar (different locations), and everything was easy, smooth and professional. The car was in great condition and the whole process went perfectly. A special thank you to Facundo, a staff member from Chile, who went above and beyond. I accidentally forgot my tripod, and he made the amazing gesture of personally bringing it back to me and even taking me to the airport. This kindness and attention to customers really made a difference. Thank you Avax and especially Facundo. Highly recommended.
Au Coco2 months ago
I'm reposting my comment because I didn't see it. The agent (Facundo) was very professional and responsive. Communication was easy and the response time was very quick. With full insurance, there was no feeling of being scammed. Facundo was reassuring and took the time to explain everything to us (in English), and if we didn't understand, he explained it in another way. Next time in Croatia, we will definitely rent with this agency again.
Vitalijus Grigorjevas2 months ago
Everything was fine.
Robert3 months ago
mohammad ali3 months ago
I had a great experience with Avax. The car was delivered to me in a neat condition.It worked well throughout my trip. Facundo was really helpful and answered my queries well. I have some proposal. It is better to give car with full tank instead of half as while returning it is easier to give back full tank than half. Also there should be flexibility of 1-2 hrs while returning the car. I was told that i will be charged an extra day as i returned the car 30 mins late. Though I wasnt charged due to bad weather that day but in general this is something where you can work on your return policy. A delay of 1-2 hrs should be accetable. Overall I am very satisfied with Avax.
Sofia Eisenacht3 months ago
Everything was perfect. The car was delivered on time, in good condition, and the employee was lovely.
Where to find us — Zadar Downtown
Address
Ul. Vrata Svetog Krševana bb, 23000 Zadar
Zadar, Croatia
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Step 2
Pick Up at Zadar Downtown
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- Toyota Aygo XBest dealManual · 4 seats~€211~€70 / day
- Opel CorsaManual · 5 seats~€215~€72 / day
- Renault Clio NewManual · 5 seats~€242~€81 / day
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- Toyota Yaris A/TAutomatic · 5 seats~€273~€91 / day
| Vehicle | / day | Total | Book |
|---|---|---|---|
Toyota Aygo XBest deal Manual · 4 seats | ~€70 | ~€211 | |
Opel Corsa Manual · 5 seats | ~€72 | ~€215 | |
Renault Clio New Manual · 5 seats | ~€81 | ~€242 | |
Renault Captur Manual · 5 seats | ~€88 | ~€265 | |
Suzuki Vitara Manual · 5 seats | ~€88 | ~€265 | |
Toyota Yaris A/T Automatic · 5 seats | ~€91 | ~€273 |
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Your Guide to Renting a Car in Zadar City Centre
Written by Aaron, Avax Rent a Car
Zadar's city centre office puts you right at the heart of one of Croatia's most fascinating and atmospheric old towns. Zadar is a 3,000-year-old city built on a long narrow peninsula jutting into the Zadar channel, with the Roman Forum, medieval churches, Venetian fortifications, and a vivid modern city all layered on top of one another in a remarkably compact space.
The city gained international fame for two extraordinary contemporary installations on its seafront promenade: the Sea Organ (Morske orgulje), a staircase of stone steps beneath which 35 organ pipes produce music from the movement of the sea waves, and the Sun Salutation (Pozdrav suncu), a 22-metre circle of solar panels that collects energy by day and produces a mesmerising light show after sunset. Alfred Hitchcock famously described the Zadar sunset as the most beautiful in the world.
From our Zadar Centre office, the entire northern Dalmatian coast is at your fingertips. Plitvice Lakes National Park is 130 km northeast (1.5 hours on the A1 motorway), Krka National Park is 90 km south (1 hour), and the Kornati Islands are reachable by boat from the harbour. The A1 motorway is just 10 km from the city centre, providing quick access to Zagreb (3 hours) or Split (1.5 hours).
Nearby Attractions
Sea Organ and Sun Salutation
Two world-famous installations on Zadar's seafront promenade. The Sea Organ produces haunting musical tones from sea wave energy; the Sun Salutation creates a breathtaking light show after dark powered by solar energy collected during the day. Most magical around sunset.
Church of St. Donatus
A magnificent pre-Romanesque rotunda built in the 9th century on the stones of the Roman Forum. One of the best-preserved examples of early medieval architecture in Europe. The Forum columns still stand beside it.
Plitvice Lakes National Park
Croatia's most famous national park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site of 16 terraced lakes and countless waterfalls. From Zadar, it's easily reachable as a day trip via the A1 motorway (1.5 hours).
Paklenica National Park
A dramatic canyon park carved into the Velebit mountain range, just 50 km from Zadar. Croatia's premier rock climbing destination, with over 400 established routes. The Velika Paklenica gorge trail is spectacular even for non-climbers.
Driving Tips
Zadar Old Town is on a peninsula and largely car-free inside the walls. Use the Fosa garage (near the Land Gate, closest to the old town) or the large open-air car park on the Jazine peninsula immediately east of the old town. The A1 motorway is accessed via the Zadar East or Zadar West exits — both about 10 km from the centre. The D8 coastal road south towards Biograd and Šibenik is scenic but slower than the motorway. Fuel stations are plentiful on the outskirts of the city.
Our Zadar office is well-connected to local neighbourhoods including Bili Brig, Borik, Diklo, Stanovi, Arbanasi, making it easy to reach your accommodation or explore the city and its surroundings.
Distances from Zadar Downtown
| Destination | Distance | Travel Time |
|---|---|---|
| Zadar Ferry Port (Gaženica) | 1 km | 3 min |
| Zadar Old Town (Sea Organ) | 0.5 km | 5 min walk |
| Zadar Airport (ZAD) | 12 km | 15 min |
| Nin (Queen's Beach & salt flats) | 17 km | 25 min |
| Biograd na Moru | 30 km | 35 min |
| Paklenica National Park | 48 km | 45 min |
| Murter (Kornati gateway) | 55 km | 50 min |
| Šibenik | 73 km | 55 min |
| Novalja / Zrće Beach (Pag) | 85 km | 1h 15 min |
| Krka National Park | 90 km | 1h 10 min |
| Plitvice Lakes | 130 km | 1h 30 min |
| Split | 165 km | 1h 45 min |
| Zagreb | 285 km | 2h 55 min |
| Dubrovnik | 390 km | 4h 25 min |
Travel times are approximate and may vary with traffic conditions.
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Zadar Downtown → Split
Drive south along the Dalmatian coast to Split. Enjoy views of the Kornati islands and stop at Šibenik along the way. Free cross-border included for 3+ day rentals.
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Zadar Downtown → Zagreb
Drive north from Zadar to the Croatian capital. Stop at Plitvice Lakes National Park — just 90 minutes from Zadar. Free cross-border included for 3+ day rentals.
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Zadar Downtown → Dubrovnik
Drive the length of the Dalmatian coast from Zadar to Dubrovnik. Pass through Split and across the Pelješac Bridge. Free cross-border included for 3+ day rentals.
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184 Google reviews
Luc Devos
2 weeks ago
(Translated by Google) Great experience! We received a very warm welcome when we picked up the car, and even better upon our return, as the person we checked in…
Aleks
1 month ago
(Translated by Google) The car is fine, 6 people fit comfortably, a Dacia Jogger, the only downside was the person in the third row, it was a bit hot, but that’…
Davy Novel
2 months ago
My experience in avax car was superb. I rented Kia XCeed for four days and the car was great. People who work there are professionals. Especially Facundo, the g…
Grupo Alfredo Jesus
2 months ago
Great experience with Avax Rent a Car in Croatia! I rented a car in Dubrovnik and returned it in Zadar (different locations), and everything was easy, smooth an…
Au Coco
2 months ago
(Translated by Google) I'm reposting my comment because I didn't see it. The agent (Facundo) was very professional and responsive. Communication was easy and t…
Vitalijus Grigorjevas
2 months ago
(Translated by Google) Everything was fine. (Original) Viskas buvo gerai
Robert
3 months ago
No written review
mohammad ali
3 months ago
I had a great experience with Avax. The car was delivered to me in a neat condition.It worked well throughout my trip. Facundo was really helpful and answered m…
Sofia Eisenacht
3 months ago
(Translated by Google) Everything was perfect. The car was delivered on time, in good condition, and the employee was lovely. (Original) Todo perfecto. El auto…
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