At a glance
Quick facts
- LOCATION
- South part of Baška Voda, about 400 m south-east of Nikolina
- ALSO KNOWN AS
- Uranija, Bućile, Apolo
- TYPE
- Fine pebbles
- SHADE
- Pine trees on the slope above
- FACILITIES
- Showers, changing cabins, café bar, restaurant/snack bar, children's playground, loungers and parasols
- ACCESS
- Open to all; right next to the promenade
- WATER SPORTS
- Jet ski rental, aqua park
- WATER QUALITY
- Excellent (2025 official monitoring)
- FROM MAKARSKA
- About 10 km by car (around 15 min)
- PARKING
- All nearby car parks are paid.
Urania Beach: A Complete Guide
Urania is a long pebble beach in the southern part of Baška Voda, about 400 metres south-east of Nikolina, the main town beach. It lies below a pine wood and the Urania holiday resort, and is also known as Uranija or Bućile. Locally it is sometimes called Apolo.
The Beach at a Glance
The beach is a long, straight strip of fine pebbles with rows of sun loungers and parasols, a paved path along the back and a stone breakwater at one end. Pine trees on the slope above give natural shade, and the Biokovo mountain rises behind the coast. Urania is an official bathing-water monitoring point, and its sea water was rated excellent in the 2025 season.
Best Time to Visit
Mornings are the quietest time of day. June and September are ideal if you prefer more space on the pebbles and warm water without the peak-season crowds.
Facilities & Amenities
Urania has showers, changing cabins, a children's playground, a café bar and a restaurant or snack bar, plus sun loungers and parasols to rent. The beach is open to everyone.
Activities & Water Sports
This is a beach for swimming, sunbathing and long, easy days by the sea. You can also rent jet skis and loungers, and there is an aqua park.
Exploring the Surroundings
Nikolina and the centre of Baška Voda, with its harbour, cafés and promenade, are a short walk to the north-west. The Urania resort sits in the pine wood directly above the beach.
Practical Tips for Your Visit
The beach lies right next to the promenade, and from the resort, stairs lead down to it. Bring water shoes if you find pebbles uncomfortable, and arrive early in July and August for a spot in the shade.
Where to Stay Nearby
Want to wake up close to Urania Beach? Our nearest homes are Villa Marta (about a 6-minute drive), Villa Zorana (about a 6-minute drive) and Villa Casa Basini (about a 7-minute drive).
Why Urania Beach Stands Out
Urania gives you a long, well-kept pebble beach with pine shade, mountain views and excellent water, just outside the busiest part of Baška Voda.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Urania beach?
In the southern part of Baška Voda, below the pine wood and the Urania resort, about 400 metres south-east of Nikolina beach.
Is Urania beach sandy or pebbly?
It is a pebble beach with fine pebbles.
What facilities does Urania beach have?
Showers, changing cabins, a café bar, a restaurant or snack bar, a children's playground, and sun loungers and parasols.
Is the water clean at Urania beach?
Yes. Urania is an official bathing-water monitoring point, and its water was rated excellent in the 2025 season.
Is Urania beach open to everyone?
Yes. The beach is open to all visitors.
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