Gradac is a coastal resort town located under the Biokovo mountain range in the south-eastern part of the Makarska Riviera, along the main Split-Dubrovnik road. It belongs to the Split-Dalmatia County.
It is about 40 kilometers from the popular tourist town of Makarska. The largest local attractions are the partially preserved baroque church of St. Michael with an old cemetery, Franc Jozef I. Well, the Fountain of Croatia in the EU and a monument dedicated to fishermen and sailors. Gradac has a small port. In it, vessels with a draft of up to three meters can be moored to the long breakwater. There is a safe anchorage in the bay of Bosac in case of strong southerly or stormy weather. The main economic branch is tourism. A larger tourist settlement has developed around the old settlement on the peninsula. Beautifully arranged beaches stretch along the coast below it. South of the harbor is Gornja Vala, which is considered the most beautiful and largest beach in the Makarska coast. Gornja Vala beach is the most famous pebbly beach in the region. This five-kilometer beach is one of the longest on the Croatian coast. It is a popular holiday destination for couples and water sports enthusiasts. The entire coast of Gornja Vale stretches along the Gradac settlement and is divided into two separate areas. Bosac Bay, located northwest of the port and the Upper Bay, located south of the port. Gornja Vala is one of the most developed beaches on the Makarska Riviera. There is a larger parking lot by the beach, but it is not big enough in the peak of the summer season. Guests can rent deckchairs and umbrellas, there are changing rooms, showers and toilets. On the beach there is a restaurant and several stands where visitors can buy food and drinks. There is a promenade along the coast, where there are many cafes, restaurants and souvenir shops. The beach has a natural pine shade that protects from the summer heat. It is covered with tiny white pebbles, which also dominate the bottom of the sea. It has a large area of shallow water and easy entry into the water, making it popular among families with children. Gornja Vala is ideal for lovers of active leisure time. There are tennis and volleyball courts along the coast. For recreation, it is possible to rent jet skis, kayaks, bicycles and skis. Among the rocks at the edge of the beach, there are secluded corners for nudists.
The beach offers reliable protection from strong winds due to Mount Biokovo and forests. Calm waters are ideal for mooring yachts. Large boats usually moor in Bosac Bay. There is also an organized marina for mooring boats and yachts.