Fortress of St. Nicholas

A Renaissance sea fortress from the 16th century, located at the entrance to the Šibenik channel, built to prevent Ottoman ships from entering the city. Since 2017, it has been on the UNESCO World Heritage List, as part of the serial property 'Venetian Works of Defence between the 16th and 17th Centuries'. Access is by boat only.

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Entry: Ticket required

Tickets can also be purchased on-site.

Ticket includes return transfer by boat and entrance to the fortress. Boat departures from Šibenik harbor. Organized tours last approximately 2 hours in total. Check the schedule according to the season.

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