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Museum of Ancient Glass
Best time to visit
Mornings on weekdays are the quietest and give the best access to the glassblowing workshop without queues. Avoid weekends between May and September when the cruise ships arrive.
Budget tips
The entrance ticket costs about 80-100 kuna (around 100-130 Norwegian kroner) and includes a guided tour. Combine with the Zadar City Pass for discounted access to several attractions.
Recommended for
History enthusiasts, Art and craft enthusiasts, Family tourists, Travelers who want an active experience
Plan your visit
1.5-2 hours
About
Quick facts: Over 2,000-year-old glass objects are exhibited here, from worn perfume bottles to magnificent funeral urns. The collection contains more than 5,000 objects that tell the story of glass production around the Mediterranean through the millennia.
Highlights: Here you get up close to a 1,700-year-old glass bowl that is still intact and functional. Imagine drinking from something that was used in the Roman Empire. The workshop in the basement lets you blow glass yourself, just as craftsmen did 2,000 years ago, using the same techniques and similar tools.
Insider tips
- Ask to see the glassblowers in action down in the workshop. They often work in the afternoon.
- Wear comfortable shoes. The floor is stone and you will stand for a long time admiring the details.
- Buy a small glass item in the museum shop as a souvenir. The proceeds go to preserving the collection.
- Set aside extra time for the light installation where UV light makes old glass shards glow in rainbow colors.
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