After spending most of the day exploring Split and Šibenik, I ended my coastal day trip in Trogir, and I'm so glad I did. While the other sites were impressive, Trogir turned out to be the highlight of my day. A couple of hours is really all you need here to soak in the atmosphere and explore the compact historic centre.

Like many coastal towns I visited in this region of Croatia, Trogir feels distinctly Italian in character, which isn't surprising given the Venetian influence. The well-preserved medieval core is so pictureesque, especially in the evening hours when I visited, which user Bojana rightly recommends. The main square, centred around the iconic clock tower, has a really laid-back energy that reminded me of places like Guimarães in Portugal, with locals and tourists alike gathering at cafes and restaurants. These smaller, gentler historic towns and their main squares have such a calm, social vibe.

One thing that struck me was all the little boats dotted around the harbour, which make for great photo opportunities. There are a few tourists and it's clearly a popular stop for cruise ships as other reviews have mentioned, but it didn't feel overwhelmingly crowded during my evening visit. Maybe that's because I went in October though.

The absolute highlight of my visit was catching the sunset. There's something amazing about taking an evening stroll along the waterfront as the sun sets behind the walls. While you could probably spend longer here, its compact size makes it perfect for a shorter visit. Definitely recommend timing your visit for the evening hours, it really shines during that time!