What a blessing — it’s 19 October, and we’re still swimming and enjoying the sunshine at Ovčice Beach in Split. The sea looks beautifully clear, with the stones on the seabed visible through the gentle ripples. It’s one of those afternoons when you’re in no hurry to leave.
Just a 20-minute leisurely walk from Kaleta Apartments Split, Ovčice is a lovely spot for a dip and a little time in the sun. Afterwards, you can sit down for a drink and enjoy the view across the water. A swim, a cool drink and nowhere you need to be — sometimes that’s all an afternoon needs.
October doesn’t promise beach weather every day, which makes days like today feel all the more special. If you’re visiting Split in autumn, pack your swimsuit. You might find yourself staying by the sea a little longer than planned.
Where is Ovčice beach?
Ovčice sits on the eastern side of Split, between Bačvice and Firule, just a few minutes’ walk past the city’s famous sandy beach. It’s a favourite with local families rather than a tourist hotspot, which gives it a relaxed, neighbourhood feel.
What the beach is like
The beach is a mix of pebbles and wide concrete sunbathing platforms, so it’s easy to find a flat spot for your towel. The sea is shallow as you walk in, and the large concrete plateau gives small children plenty of room to play — no wonder it’s so popular with local parents, who can keep an eye on their kids from the shade.
When the sun gets strong, the tamarisk trees along the shore offer natural shade, and in summer you can also rent sunbeds and sun umbrellas. There are fresh-water showers for rinsing off the salt, and a café right on the beach, Kavana Ovčice (better known as Ovčice Beach Bar), with toilets and a big terrace under parasols — perfect for a morning coffee or a cold drink after your swim.
In summer, Ovčice is at its quietest before 10 am and after 7 pm — the best times to find a good spot and enjoy the beach at a slower pace.
Swimming in Split in autumn
Autumn is a lovely time for a swim in Split. The sea holds on to its summer warmth, averaging around 21°C in October, while the beaches are far quieter than in July and August. Go around midday or early afternoon, when the sun is warmest, and bring a light layer for the walk back, as evenings get cooler at this time of year.
Getting there from our apartments
From our apartments in Diocletian’s Palace, walk east along the Riva, past the ferry port, to Bačvice, then follow the coast a few minutes further to Ovčice — about 20 minutes at an easy pace. From our Little House and Garden Luxury Suite, allow a few minutes more. For maps, walking times and arrival tips, see our Location & Getting Here page.
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