Pula's Seaside Walking Tour (Self Guided), Pula
If you crave for holidays by the sea, the Croatian coast is a good choice for family vacation, especially so if it includes the town of Pula. This charming port city is rich in tourist attractions, the most famous of which, undoubtedly, are the local beaches and bays.
Indeed, the dreamlike beaches of Pula are widely regarded among the most picturesque in Istria. Incredibly spectacular, these bathing spots are also very diverse. Here you will find stone, pebble and sandy beaches, much as the hidden idyllic lagoons – suitable for everyone, including nudists, to ensure a relaxing seaside experience. Here are some of the best beaches of Pula to be considered:
Valkane Beach – Blue Flagged for its fabulous sea quality, this bay features mainly concrete slabs as sunbathing areas, with a small section covered in pebbles; there are also some shady spots in the back, under the green pine trees, plus some nice beach bars as well;
Bay of Gortan – also known as Gortans Beach (Gortanova Uvala), this picturesque bay is high up on the list of the top beaches in Pula; the pebble beach is perfectly suited for children;
Ambrela Beach – a popular destination on the Verudela peninsula near Pula, with the sea shining in picturesque blue tones; ideal for snorkeling, so don’t forget your goggles!
If you like to swim in crystal clear waters and explore the underwater world, or simply lounge in the sun, and then stroll along the sea to the sound of waves and singing of crickets followed by a beautiful sunset in the evening, take this self-guided walking tour and discover Pula's fascinating seaside!
Indeed, the dreamlike beaches of Pula are widely regarded among the most picturesque in Istria. Incredibly spectacular, these bathing spots are also very diverse. Here you will find stone, pebble and sandy beaches, much as the hidden idyllic lagoons – suitable for everyone, including nudists, to ensure a relaxing seaside experience. Here are some of the best beaches of Pula to be considered:
Valkane Beach – Blue Flagged for its fabulous sea quality, this bay features mainly concrete slabs as sunbathing areas, with a small section covered in pebbles; there are also some shady spots in the back, under the green pine trees, plus some nice beach bars as well;
Bay of Gortan – also known as Gortans Beach (Gortanova Uvala), this picturesque bay is high up on the list of the top beaches in Pula; the pebble beach is perfectly suited for children;
Ambrela Beach – a popular destination on the Verudela peninsula near Pula, with the sea shining in picturesque blue tones; ideal for snorkeling, so don’t forget your goggles!
If you like to swim in crystal clear waters and explore the underwater world, or simply lounge in the sun, and then stroll along the sea to the sound of waves and singing of crickets followed by a beautiful sunset in the evening, take this self-guided walking tour and discover Pula's fascinating seaside!
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Guide Name: Pula's Seaside Walking Tour
Guide Location: Croatia » Pula (See other walking tours in Pula)
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Sightseeing)
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.7 Km or 2.9 Miles
Guide Location: Croatia » Pula (See other walking tours in Pula)
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Sightseeing)
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.7 Km or 2.9 Miles
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Pula Introduction Walking Tour
Greek mythology attributed the foundation of the city of Polai, known as Pula today, to the Colchians. In the story of Jason and Medea, it is said that Jason seduced Medea, the Witch of Colchis. He then escaped with her and the Golden Fleece. The unlucky Colchians chased them into the Adriatic. They lost them and being lost themselves, they settled in Polai which they called a "Place of... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.7 Km or 1.7 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.7 Km or 1.7 Miles
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