Pula Tours &
Things to Do
Discover the best Pula tours and things to do on Croatia’s Istrian peninsula: step inside the magnificent Roman amphitheatre, one of the best preserved in the world, wander an ancient forum and temple, cruise to the car-free Brijuni islands, explore the wild coves of Cape Kamenjak, and sail the Adriatic in search of dolphins. Compare top-rated experiences and plan the perfect trip.
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Explore Pula by interest
Whatever brings you to Pula — world-class museums, the river, or a long lunch — start with the experiences travellers love most.
Top attractions in Pula
The landmarks that define the city — and the tickets and tours that get you in, often skipping the line.
Pula Arena
Roman amphitheatre.
Roman Forum
Temple of Augustus.
Brijuni Islands
National park.
Rovinj
Harbour town.
Cape Kamenjak
Wild coast.
Sea Caves
Kayak & snorkel.
Istrian Wine
Wine & truffles.
Arch of Sergii
Roman gate.
Islands awayBrijuni
National park.
40 min awayRovinj
Harbour town.
South awayCape Kamenjak
Wild coves.
Inland awayIstrian Interior
Wine & truffles.
Coast awayDolphin Cruise
Sunset sail.
City awayPula Arena
Roman amphitheatre.
Know before you go
Short, straight answers to the questions every Pula visitor asks before booking.
Spring (Apr–Jun)
Warm and green — ideal for sightseeing and the coast.
Autumn (Sep–Oct)
Warm sea, fewer crowds and truffle season.
Summer (Jul–Aug)
Hot and busy, perfect for beaches and boat trips.
Winter (Nov–Mar)
Mild and quiet, with the Arena all to yourself.
For boat trips
Late spring to early autumn for the calmest seas.
Best overall
May, June and September are ideal.
One day
The Arena and the Roman old town.
Two days
Add a Brijuni cruise and the coast.
Three days
Add Rovinj and Istrian wine country.
For history
The Arena, forum and Roman Pula.
For the sea
Brijuni, Kamenjak and boat cruises.
With kids
The Arena, Brijuni safari and beaches.
On foot
The old town and Arena are walkable.
By boat
Boats reach Brijuni and the coast.
By car
A car helps for Kamenjak, Rovinj and the interior.
Tours & transfers
Tours include transport to islands and towns.
Where to stay
Stay near the old town and harbour.
Euro currency
Croatia uses the euro; cards widely accepted.
Visit the Arena
Explore the amphitheatre and its underground.
Old town walk
See the forum, temple and Arch of the Sergii.
Brijuni cruise
Take a boat to the island national park.
Kamenjak coves
Swim and kayak the wild southern coast.
Try truffles
Taste Istrian truffles, olive oil and wine.
Summer concerts
Catch a concert in the ancient Arena.
Brijuni cruises
Island boat tours fill up — book ahead.
Dolphin cruises
Sunset boat trips sell out — reserve early.
Arena events
Summer concerts sell out — book well ahead.
Kamenjak tours
Kayak and coast tours fill up — reserve early.
Truffle tours
Small food tours sell out — book ahead.
Summer season
July and August are busiest — book ahead.
Arena & old town
Around €25–50 for a guided Pula city tour.
Brijuni cruise
About €40–80 for a Brijuni islands trip.
Dolphin cruise
Roughly €40–70 for a sunset boat cruise.
Kamenjak tour
Around €35–65 for a coast and kayak tour.
Wine & truffle
About €55–100 for a food and wine tour.
How to save
Join group boat and city tours to save.
Pula through the seasons
What's best, how busy it gets, and one booking tip for each time of year.
- Best for
- Sightseeing.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Ideal.
- Best for
- Beaches & boats.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Busy.
- Best for
- Warm sea & truffles.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Lovely.
- Best for
- Quiet Arena.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Mild.