Known for its well-preserved Roman amphitheater, Pula is much more than a town for gladiators. Where sunshine meets culture on the coast, discover why this city lights up Istria. Sitting on the southern tip of the Istrian peninsula as the region’s largest town, Pula is a living and breathing monument with over 3,000 years of history permeating its ancient walls. One of Croatia’s oldest cities certainly has its share of attractions to uncover, like Roman amphitheaters and temples, historical squares and arches, modern market halls, and natural wonders. On your Pula yacht charter, you’ll unwrap the best of the Istrian region.
When is the best time to visit Pula on a yacht?
Did you know that Pula welcomes 2300 sunshine hours annually? This means it’s safe to book your Pula yacht charter anytime from May to October. If you’re looking for a slice of the summer heat, the peak summer months are your best bet, though you’ll need to make room for the peak summer crowds. Shoulder season sailing is also popular in Pula, with yachters visiting as early as April.
What makes Pula unique?
You’ll quickly learn of Pula’s charm when exploring its most famous and majestic monument - the Pula Arena. Built in the 1st century to host Roman gladiator battles, this amphitheater is Pula’s #1 historical landmark and among the world's six largest surviving Roman arenas! Today, it hosts concerts and film festivals, which you can catch when you visit in the warm summer months on your Pula yacht charter. Once you disembark from your luxury yacht, Pula’s streets reveal endless pieces of history, like the 1st century Augustus Temple and central Forum Square. At the same time, modern attractions like the Pula Aquarium are found within a 19th-century military fort. Don’t miss the local delicacies at the 120-year-old Market Hall and find the best views of Pula from the Kaštel Fortress, a 17th-century Venetian gem that today houses a museum about Istria’s history.
What are the best restaurants in Pula?
If you’re looking for the best spots to eat, don’t miss Ribarska Koliba, a Michelin Guide member near the sheltered Marina Veruda with a Mediterranean menu and expansive marina-facing windows. For a real culinary treat, don’t miss the Michelin-recommended Batelina, a seafood haven located in the nearby village of Banjole, owned by one of Croatia’s most recognized chefs David Skoko.
Why is Pula a great place to visit on a yacht charter?
Because your Pula yacht charter is not limited to the old town. Explore Cape Kamenjak, a protected nature park enveloped by the sea, with stunning swimming spots, wooded scenery, various plant species, and unique marine life, including Mediterranean monk seals and dolphins.
And then there is Brijuni, a group of 14 islands off Istria’s western coast, that surprise as a pristine national park dressed in Yugoslavian history, exotic animals, fossilized dinosaur footprints, and one of the oldest olive trees in the world!
And to end? Don’t forget the Lim Channel, part of the 35-kilometer-long Lim Valley, home to the Pazinčica river. It is arguably Istria’s most beautiful natural resource, wrapped by steep mountains, secluded caves, and the freshest shellfish you can find.
Your Pula yacht charter crew and captain will take you wherever you want to go, plus they’ll unveil the hidden spots only locals can know.
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