Hotels near Church of St Donatus

The Church of St Donatus is the symbol of Zadar, a striking cylindrical Byzantine church from the 9th century that dominates the Roman Forum. Its unusual round, tower-like form, plain and massive, makes it one of the most distinctive medieval buildings in Croatia.

The bare stone interior is no longer used for worship but, thanks to its remarkable acoustics, hosts classical music concerts, especially the summer Musical Evenings in St Donatus. You can see Roman altars and column fragments built into its foundations, taken directly from the Forum it stands on.

Pro Tip: A small entry fee applies to go inside. If you visit in summer, try to catch an evening concert, when the acoustics of the round interior are put to memorable use.