Korčula

Port Korčula stands out as a cruise port because the moment a ship glides into the southern Adriatic, the walk from quay to the medieval heart is almost immediate, letting guests step from sea to centuries in minutes. Korčula town, the island's heartbeat, sits just across a narrow channel and invites explorers to wander its stone streets, where the house claimed to be Marco Polo's birthplace, the City Museum and the Bishop's Treasury reveal centuries of seafaring, law and art. Signature experiences include a front-row view of the Moreska knightly dance in the square, intimate guided strolls through palaces and courtyards, and shore-side tastings of local olive oil, wines and seafood on a seaside terrace. The island's legendary sunshine—roughly 3,000 hours a year—paints the landscape with garrigue, cypress and pine, while easy day trips reveal hidden coves, limestone cliffs and vineyards in villages that showcase Korčula's enduring seafaring and artisanal traditions. The port itself combines state-of-the-art docking with a warmly curated guest experience: adaptable facilities for a range of ships, efficient passenger flows, shore-power options, and onboard services managed through the ship's crew in partnership with local guides, offering Croatian cuisine tastings, cultural performances and multilingual assistance that turn a visit into a lasting memory.