Sumpetar is a small tourist village which is located on the west side of the Omis Riviera. It is located 6 kilometers west of Omis . In Sumpetar there is a harbor where are located numerous sailboats, which are now used for tourism and once upon a time they were used mainly as cargo ships . Sumpetar has a very long tradition of shipbuilding that has been preserved to this day . In the village you will find luxury yachts and boats, just renovated old wooden cruisers that will provide you with an unforgettable experience of the Adriatic Sea . Sumpetar is located in a small bay and is thus protected from the wind . Families with children during a visit to this place should be careful because Sumpetar is situated along the main road. There are several beaches in Sumpetar , mostly gravel , which offer a rich repertoire of many activities such as volleyball , handball, basketball , and you can also use boats , paddle boats and other various facilities offered by the beach owners of this smal...l town
In the past it was an important part of Poljička Republika, but some believe that this area was also known before the 14th century. Tavern situated in the village is to be highlighted. There you can taste local and delicious foods and good Dalmatian wines. The villagers are mostly engaged in growing grapes, vegetables and fruits. There are well-known examples of the old rural architecture, and in the center of town there is a church. Besides the restaurants there are a few bars and two shops that provide all the necessary things that tourists use during their stay. For some larger shopping be sure to visit Split or Omis. Beneath high mountains there are cemeteries, old village Zeljovici and Krug who witnessed the long history of the Croatian population in this area. This data makes Sumpetar to one of the most important parts of the Croatian history. View is reaching the sea on the island of Brac and Omis Riviera, and this is one of the main reasons why foreign tourists are delighted in visiting the old part of Sumpetar.
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