Historic Hvar Town on Hvar island, served by frequent passenger catamarans from Split and Dubrovnik. Hvar combines a Venetian-era harbour town, lively waterfront and access to beaches and Pakleni Islands excursions.
Passenger ferries arrive close to the waterfront. Hvar Town is walkable, while buses, taxis and road transport connect with Stari Grad and other island settlements.
For ferry planning, start with the sailing rather than the sightseeing itinerary. Check the exact port, boarding time and passenger or vehicle conditions, then work backwards to decide where to stay and how much transfer time is needed. Most fast ferries are passenger services; travellers with a car should search separately for vehicle-ferry options to Hvar island.
This FerryEU guide concentrates on routes that were confirmed as available in the Direct Ferries booking inventory at the 20 September 2026 review. A route can still be seasonal or unavailable on a particular day, so the live search is essential before making non-refundable onward arrangements.