Pula Airport 20 min
Fortress Kaštel (25 min) French-style defensive fortress built by the Venetians in the 1600s, with views of the city & bay. Levan (23 min) Kamenjak (41 min) Tranquil nature reserve known for its clear water beaches, cliff diving & wide variety of orchids. Pula Arena (22 min) Huge Roman amphitheater with an underground exhibition about ancient olive oil & wine production. Nesactium (28 min) Archaeological site with prehistoric, ancient Roman & early Christian remains, plus a small museum. Pula Cathedral (22 min) Roman Catholic cathedral on the site of a collection of buildings from the 4th & 5th centuries. Ceja (31 min) Veruda (46 min) Covered in pine forest, this islet has a low, rocky coastline & is popular for camping & snorkeling. Hawaii Beach (24 min) Seagull’s Rocks (28 min) Rocky bay known for its clear water, popular for cliff jumping, snorkeling & swimming in caves. Temple of Augustus (21 min) Majestic temple dating from 2BC on former site of the Roman city's Forum, now a public square. Aquarium Pula (24 min) Large educational aquarium in a 1886 Austro-Hungarian fort with Adriatic & Croatian species. Arch of the Sergii (26 min) Remains of an ancient Roman arch & onetime city gate, originally constructed in 29 BCE. Mali Brijun (36 min) Tiny, rocky islet home to an 1830s lighthouse, with accommodations available for short stays. Ambrela Beach (22 min) Small beach backed by forest, with white pebbles & shallow water, plus pedalo hire & restaurants. |