Stari Grad is one of the oldest towns in Europe, originally founded as the Greek colony of Faros.
The port sits at the head of the Stari Grad Bay, a deep, narrow inlet that has provided natural protection for ships for over two millennia.
The Stari Grad Plain adjacent to the port is a UNESCO World Heritage site featuring ancient Greek land division systems that remain in use today.
The port management is centralized under the local municipal company, Komunalno Stari Grad, ensuring unified administration of nautical and utility services.
The harbor area is significantly deeper than many other island ports, allowing for the docking of larger vessels than standard village marinas.
Nautical Port Stari Grad - Faros operates as a primary maritime gateway situated within the UNESCO-protected Stari Grad Plain on the island of Hvar. The port facilities provide berthing, mooring, and nautical services to recreational vessels along the northern waterfront of the town. It serves as a central hub for maritime traffic while remaining integrated into the historical urban fabric of Croatia's oldest town. The area features a mix of deep-water moorings and small-craft quay spaces designed to accommodate seasonal tourist fluctuations. Water depth varies across the port, necessitating careful navigation for larger yachts. The port is managed by the municipal utility company, Komunalno Stari Grad, which maintains the infrastructure and local utility connections. It serves as an access point for visitors exploring the nearby Stari Grad Plain, which features agricultural landscapes dating back to the Greek colonization in 384 BC.
From the western end of the quay looking back toward the town center at sunset.
Check the local weather forecast for Bura winds, which can create challenging docking conditions in the bay.
Ensure your vessel's draft is compatible with current depth markings provided by the port office before attempting to moor.
Contact the port authorities in advance to confirm mooring availability during peak summer months.
Do not attempt to anchor in restricted zones of the harbor; strictly follow the instructions of port officials to avoid fines.
Operations are year-round, though nautical services and berthing capacity are most active during the summer season.
Maintain noise levels during late hours and observe standard maritime safety protocols when docking.
