Pula Airport 14 min
Pula Arena (7 min) Huge Roman amphitheater with an underground exhibition about ancient olive oil & wine production. Kamenjak (39 min) Tranquil nature reserve known for its clear water beaches, cliff diving & wide variety of orchids. Arch of the Sergii (17 min) Remains of an ancient Roman arch & onetime city gate, originally constructed in 29 BCE. Fortress Kaštel (8 min) French-style defensive fortress built by the Venetians in the 1600s, with views of the city & bay. Aquarium Pula (7 min) Large educational aquarium in a 1886 Austro-Hungarian fort with Adriatic & Croatian species. Seagull’s Rocks (9 min) Rocky bay known for its clear water, popular for cliff jumping, snorkeling & swimming in caves. Pula Cathedral (4 min) Roman Catholic cathedral on the site of a collection of buildings from the 4th & 5th centuries. Temple of Augustus (19 min) Majestic temple dating from 2BC on former site of the Roman city's Forum, now a public square. Brijuni National Park (2 hr 25) A scenic string of islands, reached by boat, with notable archaeological & cultural sites. Ambrela Beach (6 min) Small beach backed by forest, with white pebbles & shallow water, plus pedalo hire & restaurants. Hawaii Beach (7 min) Veruda (29 min) Covered in pine forest, this islet has a low, rocky coastline & is popular for camping & snorkeling. Mali Brijun (19 min) Circular fort built in the late 1800s with underground rooms, also a venue for music festivals. Veliki Brijun (2 hr 25) Largest in an Adriatic island group, this lush spot features a park, ancient ruins, hotels & dining. |