Podaca is a tourist settlement located along the coast on the Makarska Riviera, Croatia.
Podaca is situated along the Adriatic highway, 2 km east of Zaostrog. Podaca consists of three hamlets: Kapeć, Viskovica vala and Ravanje.
Administratively, Podaca belongs to municipality Gradac.

The place has two large beaches lined with pine trees where there are several restaurants, beaches are suitable for families with small children.
Beaches in Podaca offer beautiful sunsets overlooking the island of Hvar and Brac, and the Peljesac peninsula.
From Podaca through beautiful seafront promenade you can reach the neighboring tourist villages Brist and Gradac.

In the area of Podaca there are multitude of archaeological remains from the period of Roman Empire, in Podaca is preserved old church old church of St. John which is one of the most important monuments of early medieval architecture in the 12th century.
At the entrance to the settlement Gornja Podaca (Upper Podaca), situated on the slopes of Biokovo, there is a well preserved tower which was built for defense from the Turkish attacks.

The pleasant Mediterranean climate, clean environment and nature, crystal clear sea, away from the crowds of major tourist centers, make Podaca the perfect destination for a quiet family vacation, or for an active holiday.
The enthusiasts of recreation and active holiday can enjoy the long walks up the mountain Biokovo, where at 80 meters above sea level, can visit historic religious buildings and hike along marked hiking trails.

Long warm summers, pleasant climate and beautiful beaches contribute to the development of tourism in Podaca. The offer of quality accommodation consists of private apartments, rooms for rent, cozy houses and villas. Apart from tourism, the population of Podaca is engaged in fishing, agriculture and olive oil.

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