Jelsa- A Complete Guide
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Jelsa is a small village in the middle of the island, hidden between the two highest island peaks, St. Nicholas and Hum. It’s a nice, quiet, and hospitable place, perfect for family trips. We’re bringing you the all-you-can-do guide so You know exactly what to incorporate into your Hvar trip!
How to reach it?
Jelsa is reachable from the sea and the surrounding villages. Buses on the island are not so regular, but as they say, it is what it is. Take a look at a bus timetable offer. Catamarans sail from Bol, Brač to Jelsa. Timetables can be found on our other blog, “Split to Hvar”. The fastest way to reach Jelsa from the sea is a boat taxi, which is also the most flexible one when considering departure location.
What to see and do
Adventure Park Jelsa
A great way to have some fun while on an island with your friends or family. With lots of things to do, from paintball, battle archery, and trampolines to bubble football, Adventure Pars Jelsa is just the place to drain some energy between sunbathing and swimming.
Church of the Assumption of Mary
Built in the 14th century, this church was and still is, the biggest one in Jelsa. The interior is decorated with beautiful marble which gives the whole room a much more sublime appearance.
Museums and galleries
Museum of the municipality of Jelsa
The museum of Jelsa is open only during the summer (10.6. – 20.9.) and works Tuesday to Sunday from 9 AM to 1 PM and 6 PM to 9 PM.
Beaches nearby
Mina
A popular sand beach located only 500 meters from the center of Jelsa. It’s a great place for children, as they can play in the sand, go snorkeling or just roam around the beach as you’re soaking up the Sun.
Grebišće
Another sand beach, Grebišće, is located around 1.5 kilometers from the center. Enjoy the Sun, the beautiful, shallow sea, and the nature surrounding you.
Zenčišća
A cute little cove, around 3 kilometers from Jelsa. There is also a bar on the beach, in case You’re willing to have a drink.
Restaurants
Nono tavern – a great restaurant that offers traditional Dalmatian food, together with vegan and gluten-free alternatives. Jelsa 620, 21465, Jelsa
Turan tavern – restaurant with classical Mediterranean meals, also with vegan and gluten-free options.Jelsa 638, 21465, Jelsa
Obala bistro – a place with great seafood and local recipes. Vegan and gluten-free options included. Riva 508, 21465, Jelsa
Buffet Liberat – more relaxed atmosphere and good local foods.
Nightlife
Want to have some fun? Jelsa has a few places that will make Your wishes come true!
Mojito bar – right in the center of Jelsa, this bar offers, you guessed it, great mojitos and music just as good as them.
Villa Verde - enjoy good music and great cocktails in the center of Jelsa.
Best accommodations
Hotels
B&B Aurora – four stars
Villa vista – three stars
LABRANDA Senses Resort – four stars
Villas
Villa Eola – extraordinary 300 m2 of space, a pool with a jacuzzi, and 6 bedrooms. Offers bike and car rentals.
Villa Gallus- a 145 m2 property, including a pool, amazing interior, and four bedrooms for up to eight people.
Villa Nika – with 100 m2 in the area and one kilometer from Mina beach, this house includes three bedrooms and a patio.
Groceries and supplies
There is a big Plodine store at the entrance of the village, and a few smaller stores in it. They usually work until 9 PM.
A pharmacy is located in Jelsa’s center.
There is a gas station in Jelsa, on the west entrance to the village.