Island guide · Korčula
A green island in southern Dalmatia: Korčula’s walled old town, the Moreška sword dance, Grk wine in Lumbarda, MICHELIN-starred LD and how to get there.
Island feature
A walled medieval town on a peninsula, a sword dance, rare wines and the legend of Marco Polo: Korčula is one of the most charming islands on the coast.
Walk the walls at sunset, watch the Moreška, and cycle to Lumbarda for Grk wine.
Read the full back story below, then explore our favourite places.
The back story
A walled town on a peninsula, a sword dance, Grk wine and the legend of Marco Polo.
A walled peninsula
A walled medieval town on a small peninsula, with streets laid out like a fishbone and the Cathedral of St Mark.
A traditional sword dance
Korčula’s traditional sword dance, performed for visitors in summer.
Grk wine and sandy beaches
A village east of Korčula Town, known for Grk wine and sandy beaches.
MICHELIN Star
A MICHELIN-starred restaurant on the walls of Korčula old town, part of the Lešić Dimitri Palace.
Bib Gourmand
A family konoba in the village of Pupnat, with a Bib Gourmand from the MICHELIN Guide.
In the old town
A luxury hotel in restored palaces in Korčula old town, home of LD Restaurant.
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Catamaran from Split or Dubrovnik
Catamarans run to Korčula Town from Split and Dubrovnik; car ferries reach the island via the Pelješac peninsula.
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