Pula Arena is a nationally significant cultural monument dating from the 1st century; it was built when Pula was a Roman colony. In its underground chamber, a permanent exhibition presents ancient Istrian olive growing and viticulture using reconstructed presses, mills, and amphorae.
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Culture
Pula’s old town is home to Galerija Sveta Srca, a museum-gallery space operated by the Archaeological Museum of Istria.
The Church and Monastery of St Francis is a 14th-century monastery complex; the church was built in 1314 in the late Romanesque style with Gothic decorative details.
The Augustus' Temple displays ancient Roman sculptures and reliefs from Pula and its surrounding area.
The History Museum of Istria is housed in the Kaštel.
The Pula Observatory was founded in 1869 as part of the Royal Hydrographical Institute and is Croatia’s oldest astronomical institution.
The Archaeological Museum of Istria is preparing a permanent exhibition covering the history of Istria from prehistory to the modern era; the opening is planned for late 2026 or early 2027.
The PPMI education department organizes guided tours, field activities, and workshops adapted to all target and age groups.
The restored Small Roman Theatre serves as a venue for concerts, theater, and performances. Tunnel 12 of the Zerostrasse, which is open to visitors, is approximately 400 meters long and includes a central hall.
Nature
Pula Aquarium is located in Verudela Fortress within the Austro-Hungarian fortification complex of Verudela and San Giovanni. It presents more than 250 animal species from the Adriatic and the Mediterranean and supports conservation projects for sea turtles and critically endangered noble pen shells.
Lungomare is an approximately four-kilometer-long coastal promenade with pine forests, rocky shores, sea views, and access to the Adriatic.
Galebove stijene is a natural rocky swimming spot with clear waters, white limestone cliffs, shade from pine trees, and views of the open Adriatic.
Cuisine
Guided tastings are offered at the Museum Olei Histriae by prior reservation, including options with wine and local specialties.
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