What to do and see in Pula, Istria: The Best Hidden Gems Things to do

November 29, 2021 Renato Branum

Pula is situated at the southern tip of the Istrian peninsula and is the area's largest city. Located beneath seven hills and with views of the Adriatic, Pula's unspoiled natural surroundings are magical. Known for its mild climate and tame, beautiful sea, Pula also has a long tradition of winemaking, fishing and shipbuilding. It is also home to many ancient Roman buildings, including the well-preserved, magnificent amphitheater.
Restaurants in Pula

1. Adventure Park Pula

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Adventure Park Pula

Adventure Park Pula is situated in the woods at the very end of the well-known boardwalk Lungomare, which is approximately 3.5 km away from the city center. The park features more than 30 thrilling and fun elements for children and adults, including rope elements, balance bridges, 80 m long zip-line, 3 mini zip-lines, artificial rock climbing and much more. Park offers archery, cold drinks & coffee, ice cream.

2. EatIstria Cooking Classes & Wine Tours

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EatIstria Cooking Classes & Wine Tours

We invite curious visitors of Istria, the green Mediterranean, to join our Cooking Classes and Wine Tours and learn how we eat, drink and live on the largest Adriatic peninsula. Fresh, local and simple for more taste and less fuss. Let all your senses enjoy the magic of Istrian cuisine. All our programs are tailored for individuals and small groups (1-6 guests). What is included: transfer from anywhere in Pula area, all the ingredients that we source on local green and fish market, the lesson followed by a meal that you cooked, a bottle of wine for two persons, water and some authentic sightseeing… Experience Istrian wines on the spot, talking to them, not listening to boring talks about them. If you are a wine enthusiast eager to meet in person Istrian winemakers and taste their Istrian Malvasia, Teran and Istrian Borgonja, grape varieties indigenous to Istria, take one of our wine tours - Central, Western or South Istrian

3. Water Taxi Pula

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Water Taxi Pula

Pula by water is a “MUST DO” on the bucket list. Welcome to Boat Rental & Best Boat Tours where you can kick back, relax, and leave one of our us at the wheel or you can navigate yourself and make your own waves. We offer everything from 2 hr boats tours to full day boat rentals. Our location in the Heart of Downtown Pula offers a GREAT starting point for your boating adventure.

4. Krug Travel

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Krug Travel

We are specialized in private trips and authentic culinary experiences. Explore Croatia as if you visited friends for a laid-back and non-touristy vacation.

5. Benazic Winery

Valdebechki Put 36, Pula 52100 Croatia +385 97 798 7643 [email protected] http://www.vinabenazic.com/index.php/hr/
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Benazic Winery

Benazic winery is a family owned business in the city of Pula. Placed just 2 kilometers away from the city center the winery offers you a taste of Istria by trying wines, brandys, cheese, olive oil and many other products. The family is proud to say that they are owners of numerous awards that are won trough the years of their work. For tasting it is required to book an appointment.

Reviewed By kathrynevanson - London, United Kingdom

We had a lovely afternoon visiting this family winery, trying 6 different wines with cheese and bruschetta. Liked the sparkling rose so much we took a bottle home. Really recommend a visit!

6. Rock Bar Mimoza

Vukovarska Ulica 13, Pula 52100 Croatia +385 98 963 6171 https://www.facebook.com/caffe.mimoza/
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Rock Bar Mimoza

Reviewed By 919danal - London, United Kingdom

Very cool Rock Bar! This is a must-go for all rockers and jazz lovers who visit Pula! Very nice people there and good music. We had very good evenings there!

7. Bike Tours Istria

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Bike Tours Istria

Maremonti-lstra Ltd. specialises in bike tours around the City of Pula and the Istria region, CROATIA. Our guided tours offer remarkable and breathtaking bike trips through the centuries of the Roman history alongside the Adriatic coast, with visits to numerous archaeological monuments, nature parks, beautiful bays... Bike tours are a great way to explore Istria and its beauties.

8. Pula Boat Excursions

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Pula Boat Excursions

Rental boat, dolphins and sunset, panoramic tours on islands and natural park with crystal blue and green sea, cliff jumping, ideal for families and young groups till 12 persons, individual guests, too. The beauties as lighthouse of Porer as island and last land of Istria, cave of Cape Kamenjak, riding close to the coast, nice bays and red clifs, sea life from the sea, tours with personal touch, all you can experience just on boat where we are all one family

9. Fat Cat Walks

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Fat Cat Walks

Free walking tour Pula - Discover Pula with a licensed tour guide and experience the history and culture of this ancient city. Tour takes nearly 2 hours and you will see all the most important monuments in Pula - Amphitheater, Double gate, Gate of Hercules, Triumphal Arch, Forum, Temple Of Augustus, Fortress (Kaštel). You can also learn something about the local way of life, food, drinks and Croatian habits. The concept is simple, tours are tip-based. We give you a city tour, and you decide how much it was worth to you. Thanks to unique Croatian laws official tour price is 1kn / 0.13€. Tours take place according to the facebook schedule or by appointment. Meeting point is in the Park in front of the Arena (Valerijin park)- Sailor statua.

10. Monastery and Church of St. Francis

Castropola, Pula Croatia
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Monastery and Church of St. Francis

Reviewed By Girl36 - Manchester, United Kingdom

One of the many reminders of Christian times in Pula, the Monastery and Church is worth a visit. Well looked after and in great condition, it reminded us of the St Francis Monastery in Venice, no doubt once linked due to the history between the two cities. Don't miss the turtles in the central courtyard!

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