Badija Island
Badija
A pine-covered island east of Korčula's old town, home to a 15th-century Franciscan monastery and tame deer. A good destination for a half-day of swimming.
Badija is the largest of the small islands in the Korčula archipelago. Dense pine forests cover the island, and on its north side stand 14th- and 15th-century Franciscan monastery buildings and cloisters. Deer roam freely across the island, unafraid of people, and often approach visitors looking for food. The shore has pebble beaches and shallow bays suited to swimming and snorkeling, and there is also a designated nude beach area. In summer, a water taxi from the old town harbor takes about 15 minutes, or you can paddle over by kayak. Facilities on the island are limited, so bring your own water and food.
Opening hours
All day; boat sailings mainly in summer
Nearby sights
- Vrnik Island
- Franciscan Monastery of Our Lady of Angels, Orebić
- Marco Polo House
- St. Mark's Cathedral
- Korčula Town Museum
- Korčula Old Town
- Maritime Museum Orebić
- Land Gate & Veliki Revelin Tower