Pula Airport 13 min
Veruda (40 min) Covered in pine forest, this islet has a low, rocky coastline & is popular for camping & snorkeling. Kamenjak (45 min) Tranquil nature reserve known for its clear water beaches, cliff diving & wide variety of orchids. Pula Cathedral (9 min) Roman Catholic cathedral on the site of a collection of buildings from the 4th & 5th centuries. Ambrela Beach (17 min) Small beach backed by forest, with white pebbles & shallow water, plus pedalo hire & restaurants. Fortress Kaštel (11 min) French-style defensive fortress built by the Venetians in the 1600s, with views of the city & bay. Mali Brijun (6 min) Circular fort built in the late 1800s with underground rooms, also a venue for music festivals. Seagull’s Rocks (18 min) Rocky bay known for its clear water, popular for cliff jumping, snorkeling & swimming in caves. Arch of the Sergii (12 min) Remains of an ancient Roman arch & onetime city gate, originally constructed in 29 BCE. Temple of Augustus (9 min) Majestic temple dating from 2BC on former site of the Roman city's Forum, now a public square. Veliki Brijun (1 hr 24) Largest in an Adriatic island group, this lush spot features a park, ancient ruins, hotels & dining. Aquarium Pula (18 min) Large educational aquarium in a 1886 Austro-Hungarian fort with Adriatic & Croatian species. Brijuni National Park (1 hr 24) A scenic string of islands, reached by boat, with notable archaeological & cultural sites. Hawaii Beach (18 min) Pula Arena (8 min) Huge Roman amphitheater with an underground exhibition about ancient olive oil & wine production. |