Pula Airport 13 min
Fortress Kaštel (8 min) French-style defensive fortress built by the Venetians in the 1600s, with views of the city & bay. Pula Arena (11 min) Huge Roman amphitheater with an underground exhibition about ancient olive oil & wine production. Veliki Brijun (2 hr 11) Largest in an Adriatic island group, this lush spot features a park, ancient ruins, hotels & dining. Hawaii Beach (13 min) Ambrela Beach (11 min) Small beach backed by forest, with white pebbles & shallow water, plus pedalo hire & restaurants. Veruda (35 min) Covered in pine forest, this islet has a low, rocky coastline & is popular for camping & snorkeling. Arch of the Sergii (3 min) Remains of an ancient Roman arch & onetime city gate, originally constructed in 29 BCE. Aquarium Pula (13 min) Large educational aquarium in a 1886 Austro-Hungarian fort with Adriatic & Croatian species. Mali Brijun (16 min) Circular fort built in the late 1800s with underground rooms, also a venue for music festivals. Pula Cathedral (7 min) Roman Catholic cathedral on the site of a collection of buildings from the 4th & 5th centuries. Temple of Augustus (4 min) Majestic temple dating from 2BC on former site of the Roman city's Forum, now a public square. Kamenjak (43 min) Tranquil nature reserve known for its clear water beaches, cliff diving & wide variety of orchids. Seagull’s Rocks (13 min) Rocky bay known for its clear water, popular for cliff jumping, snorkeling & swimming in caves. Brijuni National Park (2 hr 11) A scenic string of islands, reached by boat, with notable archaeological & cultural sites. |