Pula Airport 13 min
Brijuni National Park (2 hr 13) 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. Veruda (29 min) Covered in pine forest, this islet has a low, rocky coastline & is popular for camping & snorkeling. Mali Brijun (18 min) Circular fort built in the late 1800s with underground rooms, also a venue for music festivals. Kamenjak (38 min) Tranquil nature reserve known for its clear water beaches, cliff diving & wide variety of orchids. Arch of the Sergii (6 min) Remains of an ancient Roman arch & onetime city gate, originally constructed in 29 BCE. Fortress Kaštel (16 min) French-style defensive fortress built by the Venetians in the 1600s, with views of the city & bay. Veliki Brijun (2 hr 13) Largest in an Adriatic island group, this lush spot features a park, ancient ruins, hotels & dining. Temple of Augustus (11 min) Majestic temple dating from 2BC on former site of the Roman city's Forum, now a public square. Pula Cathedral (15 min) Roman Catholic cathedral on the site of a collection of buildings from the 4th & 5th centuries. Hawaii Beach (8 min) Pula Arena (13 min) Huge Roman amphitheater with an underground exhibition about ancient olive oil & wine production. Seagull’s Rocks (10 min) Rocky bay known for its clear water, popular for cliff jumping, snorkeling & swimming in caves. Aquarium Pula (7 min) Large educational aquarium in a 1886 Austro-Hungarian fort with Adriatic & Croatian species. |