A popular spot in Croatia is set to ban late night alcohol sales due to drunken tourists causing issues.
The bustling Croatian city of Split boasts a labyrinthine old town and beautiful vistas, as well as dreamy coastal views.
But with the stunning landscape comes hordes of visitors disrupting the lives of locals trying to peacefully go about their days.
Proposals for an alcohol ban have been submitted by Mayor Tomislav Šuta to the Trade and Hospitality Act.
The planned restrictions will mean booze cannot be sold between 8pm and 6am.
Set to come into action as early as this summer, the proposals are in response to areas of the city centre, including bars and night clubs, seeing a spate of ‘unacceptable’ behaviour, according to the mayor.
‘It is precisely here that situations arise that impair the safety and quality of life of tenants,’ Tomislav said.
Darijo Šari?, chief executive of VIP Holiday Booker, a luxury villa rental agency, explained why the ban was needed.
‘In previous years, Split may have leaned into a ‘party destination’ image, sometimes encouraging partying among visitors,’ Darijo told the Mirror.
‘However, Croatian tourism is now actively rebranding to move away from that reputation, focusing instead on our rich cultural heritage, natural beauty, and family-friendly environment.
‘These measures are designed to encourage responsible drinking rather than to stop the fun.’
Split isn’t the first location in Croatia to bring in alcohol restrictions.
Back in 2017, the Croatian party island of Hvar launched a clampdown on boozy tourists by threatening them with huge fines for their antics.
Signs reading ‘Save Your Money and Enjoy Hvar’ were put up in the town centre, detailing offences and the corresponding fines.
The highest penalty, which stood at €700 (£608), was for public drinking.
Tourists walking around in swimsuits on the town’s streets were also hit with €600 (£521) and those not wearing t-shirts €500 (£434).
Meanwhile, other destinations are reversing alcohol bans. Thailand previously announced restrictions that meant alcohol consumption or purchases between 2pm and 5pm and from midnight to 11am were completely banned.
Sellers faced fines of up to 10,000 Thai baht (£234), but it was then tightened to also apply to drinkers.
But in November 2025, Thai authorities went back on the regulations and instead introduced a six-month pilot programme.
From early December, the sale of alcoholic beverages were permitted between 2pm and 5pm.
Public Health Minister Pattana Promphat announced the trial, which could be extended even further, after backlash from business owners and those in the tourist industry.