Murvica guide
Murvica, Brač
Murvica is a small village a few kilometres west of Bol, on the slope above a quiet stretch of coast with pebble coves. It suits people who want calm, sea views to Hvar and a villa rather than a town, and it is the starting point for Dragon's Cave and the walk towards the Blaca hermitage.
Who Murvica suits
Murvica is for slow days: a swim in a cove, lunch on a terrace, a walk at sunset. Families with a car, couples, hikers and anyone staying in a villa will like it. If you want restaurants, bars and shops on your doorstep, stay in Bol and visit Murvica for a day.
How it differs from Bol
- Far fewer people, even in August.
- Few shops and restaurants; most supplies come from Bol.
- Coves and small beaches instead of one famous beach.
- A car, bike or scooter makes life easier. See getting to Murvica.
Our pick in Murvica
Things to do
Swim in the coves below the village, hike to Dragon's Cave with a guide, paddle along the coast to Zlatni rat, or walk towards the Blaca valley. Murvica's history is tied to the Glagolitic priests and hermits who lived in the hills above it.
In this guide
- Beaches and covesThe beaches and coves of Murvica, west of Bol: the village beach, the pebble coves along the coast, and how to reach them on foot, by kayak or by boat.
- Dragon's Cave and BlacaHow to visit Dragon's Cave above Murvica on Brač with a local guide, what the carvings show, and how to reach the Blaca hermitage on foot or by boat.
- Getting to MurvicaHow to get to Murvica from Bol: by car, bike or on foot, parking, and transfers from the Bol catamaran and Brač Airport.
Questions about Murvica
How far is Murvica from Bol?
A few kilometres west along the coast road. Villa Bila, in Murvica, is 3.5 km from Zlatni rat.
Is Murvica good for a beach holiday?
Yes, if you like quiet coves more than busy beaches. For Zlatni rat and beach bars, drive or cycle the short way back to Bol.