28 Activities
Istrian Coast: Rovinj, Fazana and Brijun Islands
Starts from
Pula
Transportation
By Car
Guidance
Self-Guided
Activities
28
Duration
2 days
Length
37 mi
Guide details
Starts from
Pula
Transportation
By Car
Guidance
Self-Guided
Duration
2 days
Length
37 mi
- Natural Attractions
- Unusual Locations
- Animals and Farms
Maria Grazia Piccirillo
Traveller
- Explore Rovinj and its surroundings.
- Participate in dolphin watching activities.
- Visit the tiniest street of the country.
- Try the Croatian "peka" cooked meat.
- Explore the Brijun archipelago.
On this two-day trip in the Istrian Peninsula, you will discover the city of Rovinj, a city whose roots are linked to the Italian history and culture, and that still hosts a big Italian community. In Rovinj you will explore the city center with its historical monuments and churches, like the Balbi's Arch and Saint Eufemia Church, and admire the beautiful beach of Balota, a gem right in the heart of the city, which offers a view on the front Katarina Island.
But it's not just about the center because just a few minutes south by car you can find the extremity of Zlatni Rt, a natural reserve which hosts a wide flora heritage and several wild beaches. You can also try to see the dolphins, which populate the Adriatic Sea, by going on a boat tour around the area.
Leaving Rovinj and heading south toward Pula, the itinerary will take you to the Brijun archipelago, a group of 14 islands that offers a unique experience of relax, nature and luxury. The boat from Brijun will dock in Fazana, another lovely tiny gem to explore before heading back to Pula. The city has an interesting history regarding the local house architecture, and it is the "nest" of the tiniest street of the country, the Swallow street.
But it's not just about the center because just a few minutes south by car you can find the extremity of Zlatni Rt, a natural reserve which hosts a wide flora heritage and several wild beaches. You can also try to see the dolphins, which populate the Adriatic Sea, by going on a boat tour around the area.
Leaving Rovinj and heading south toward Pula, the itinerary will take you to the Brijun archipelago, a group of 14 islands that offers a unique experience of relax, nature and luxury. The boat from Brijun will dock in Fazana, another lovely tiny gem to explore before heading back to Pula. The city has an interesting history regarding the local house architecture, and it is the "nest" of the tiniest street of the country, the Swallow street.
Categories
- Natural Attractions
- Unusual Locations
- Animals and Farms
On this two-day trip in the Istrian Peninsula, you will discover the city of Rovinj, a city whose roots are linked to the Italian history and culture, and that still hosts a big Italian community. In Rovinj you will explore the city center with its historical monuments and churches, like the Balbi's Arch and Saint Eufemia Church, and admire the beautiful beach of Balota, a gem right in the heart of the city, which offers a view on the front Katarina Island.
But it's not just about the center because just a few minutes south by car you can find the extremity of Zlatni Rt, a natural reserve which hosts a wide flora heritage and several wild beaches. You can also try to see the dolphins, which populate the Adriatic Sea, by going on a boat tour around the area.
Leaving Rovinj and heading south toward Pula, the itinerary will take you to the Brijun archipelago, a group of 14 islands that offers a unique experience of relax, nature and luxury. The boat from Brijun will dock in Fazana, another lovely tiny gem to explore before heading back to Pula. The city has an interesting history regarding the local house architecture, and it is the "nest" of the tiniest street of the country, the Swallow street.
But it's not just about the center because just a few minutes south by car you can find the extremity of Zlatni Rt, a natural reserve which hosts a wide flora heritage and several wild beaches. You can also try to see the dolphins, which populate the Adriatic Sea, by going on a boat tour around the area.
Leaving Rovinj and heading south toward Pula, the itinerary will take you to the Brijun archipelago, a group of 14 islands that offers a unique experience of relax, nature and luxury. The boat from Brijun will dock in Fazana, another lovely tiny gem to explore before heading back to Pula. The city has an interesting history regarding the local house architecture, and it is the "nest" of the tiniest street of the country, the Swallow street.
Maria Grazia Piccirillo
Traveller
- Explore Rovinj and its surroundings.
- Participate in dolphin watching activities.
- Visit the tiniest street of the country.
- Try the Croatian "peka" cooked meat.
- Explore the Brijun archipelago.
Travel itinerary
11 Activities
Day 1
0.5 mi2 mi
Exploring Rovinj
First day on the route is heading you to Rovinj, the gem of the Adriatic coast. It's a little town surrounded by history and nature. The first exploration begins in the historical center, with the Church of Saint Eufemia and the Balbi's Arch, to reach the very heart of the city in Ulica Grisia, the artistic spot of Rovinj.
The itinerary then continues with one of the most popular activities of the area, the dolphin watching. A boat will guide you on a tour around the coast to discover these beautiful creatures crossing the surface of the water. The day will end in a cozy and sea front apartment, La Puntulina, where you can rest and get ready for day two!
17 Activities
Day 2
24 mi4 mi6 mi
The Coast Between Rovinj and Pula
On this second day, the exploration of the Istrian coast starts with the Zlatni Rt Park, a natural area on the south of the city of Rovinj, which is full of different species of flora and a lot of beautiful and wild beaches. Continuing on the road, you will also try the local culinary tradition with lamb under "peka", and discover the stunning archipelago of Brijun Islands, located right in front of the city coast of Fazana. Here you will end the day with a walk in the tiny historical center and a dinner with a sea view.