Pula Airport 20 min
Fortress Kaštel (26 min) French-style defensive fortress built by the Venetians in the 1600s, with views of the city & bay. Seagull’s Rocks (26 min) Rocky bay known for its clear water, popular for cliff jumping, snorkeling & swimming in caves. Kamenjak (23 min) Tranquil nature reserve known for its clear water beaches, cliff diving & wide variety of orchids. Hawaii Beach (23 min) Veruda (44 min) Covered in pine forest, this islet has a low, rocky coastline & is popular for camping & snorkeling. Pula Arena (23 min) Huge Roman amphitheater with an underground exhibition about ancient olive oil & wine production. Ambrela Beach (21 min) Small beach backed by forest, with white pebbles & shallow water, plus pedalo hire & restaurants. Mali Brijun (18 min) Tiny, rocky islet home to an 1830s lighthouse, with accommodations available for short stays. Ceja (13 min) Aquarium Pula (22 min) Large educational aquarium in a 1886 Austro-Hungarian fort with Adriatic & Croatian species. Levan (31 min) Temple of Augustus (21 min) Majestic temple dating from 2BC on former site of the Roman city's Forum, now a public square. Nesactium (28 min) Archaeological site with prehistoric, ancient Roman & early Christian remains, plus a small museum. Arch of the Sergii (27 min) Remains of an ancient Roman arch & onetime city gate, originally constructed in 29 BCE. Pula Cathedral (22 min) Roman Catholic cathedral on the site of a collection of buildings from the 4th & 5th centuries. |