Things to do & places to visit in Porec, Istria, Croatia

Porec municipality in , Croatia. Timezone: Europe/Zagreb, current date and time: Friday, May 10, 2024, 2:10.

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General weather summary in May

67°F - 57°F

Temperature Highs - Lows

Mildly cool with a gentle breeze

Feels like

33%

Chance of rain

141.0 millimeters

Amount

10.6 mph

Wind speed

67%

Humidity

14.8

Daylight length

5:37 AM

Sunrise

8:27 PM

Sunset

49%

Cloud cover

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Top things to do (20)

Top places to visit (30 attractions) view more »

5.0 Damjanic Wines (64 reviews)
- A true gem for wine quality and hospitality
Wineries & Vineyards

Damjanic winery is a family business run by enologist Ivan Damjanic. We have 8,5 ha of vineyard and we produce 10 different labels of wine. At our place you can do different wine tasting accompanied by some Istrian snacks. See more..
5.0 Bura Brew Istrian Craft Beer (20 reviews)
- Bura Brew will surely blow you away
Friday: 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Breweries

Bura Brew is a small, local and independent Craft Brewery. Our beer is top-fermented unpasteurized, unfiltered, bottle-fermented (bottle conditioned) no additives or preservatives. Natural yeast sediment. Brewed with passion and expertise by our Brewmaster. Our mission is to make quality and tasty beer for your delight and enjoyment. On site is possible to buy our bottles and merchandising, drink our beers and, only if we have time, to have a short tour. For tours and tasting sessions you have to book in advance and it’s for groups only, with minimum 8 people. See more..
4.5 Porec Old Town (2.774 reviews)
- Nice city.
Historic Sites

Nice city. It was 15min from our hotel. For those who don’t want to go there on foot, there is a noddy train for 50HRK (~6,80€). There are many restaurants, narrow streets with little souvenir shops and beautiful seaside with lighthouse view. There are many boats and yachts in the seaport. We were amazed. See more..
4.5 Parish Of The Assumption Of The Blessed Virgin Mary Cathedral (1.520 reviews)
- A designated World Heritage Site
Spent < 1 hour Churches & Cathedrals

Don't be fooled by the unassuming entrance to the Basilica, entrance is reasonable and worth every penny in my book for a glimpse of some of the treasures inside & out. Stand outs are the mosaics (Christ with the 12 apostles), 16th century bell tower & colonnaded atrium. Given the history and its tumultuous past dicing with fires & earthquakes its in remarkably good shape. See more..
4.5 Jama - Grotta Baredine (854 reviews)
- Cool experience
Spent 2-3 hours Caverns & Caves

Baredine Cave Protected morphological monument of nature Meet the mystical world of nature which has been developing for thousands of years, far away from the light of the day and the human eye. Visit the underworld the Baredine Cave. This cave is a treasure chest of stalagmites and stalactites, underworld sculptures created through time by the patient work of water. Visit The cave is geomorphological monument of nature since 1986, and it has been opened for visitors since 1995. The sightseeing lasts 40 minutes; visitors descend along a 300m long pathway up to 60m below the ground and an underground lake and visit five beautifully decorated chambers. The cave is well lit and equipped, the paths and stairways have firm railing, and the temperature is very pleasant at 14˚C. Next to the cave are a free parking lot (for cars and buses), a reception, a coffee-bar/buffet, speleo-gallery, souvenir shops, children play ground, and area with domesticated animals and a pick-nick area See more..
4.5 MOTODROM Porec (124 reviews)
- Perfect team building place
Friday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Auto Racing Tracks

MOTODROM Porec provides exciting and safe entertainment. Our karting track is one of the best in Croatia. The options are: single kart with a 9,13 or 17 hp, two-seater and Bambini karts for kids from 6-12 years to be used on a separate kids track. For those who are looking for other adrenaline activities we have various off-road tracks for Kart-cross & Quad and also a big paintball area and an very interesting adrenaline park. See more..
4.5 Traktor Story (84 reviews)
- Beautifully maintained vehicles, well curated expo
Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums

In an area that served as an intersection for communication and roads ever since, besides the Baredine cave as a natural monument, you can also visit an ethno story devoted to agriculture. It shows various items, machines and numerous photographs and documents closely linked to the history of this area and its people. The story starts with a threshing floor, next to which there is an exhibition on wheat threshing and the invention and development of threshing machines. The exhibition continues with a permanent exhibition of about fifty historic tractors and various types of engines called ,,Tractor story". Particularly prominent is an old Fordson tractor from 1923, the first tractor in our village, as well as an old engine with a heated head, which was used to run a mill in Porec at the beginning of the last century. In the exclusive area of the Konobon Gallery you can learn more about the story of the Mediterranean trilogy - bread, wine and olive oil, all present in this are from the period of Antiquity, the medieval period until the present moment. Along with these exhibitions, the central part is an area, where various other exhibitions are presented and the wine cellar where guest can savour authentic products of this area. See more..
4.5 Adventure Park Sky Fox (38 reviews)
- Amazing Park, great place to have fun
Spent 2-3 hours Amusement & Theme Parks

Exciting and relaxing adventure place full of positive adrenaline width great instructors to ensure safety width the best fun for all ages. See more..
4.5 Grad Poreč (34 reviews)
- A magnificent piece of architecture in Porec.
Spent < 1 hour Government Buildings

The Porec Town Hall is a magnificent building built in 1910 by an architect from Trieste named Arduino Berlam. The building is surrounded by beautifully manicured gardens and large palms and it is extremely well maintained. It is a tourist hot spot with beautiful views of the marina and there are always people sitting on the benches outside the Town Hall with cameras at the ready waiting for a photo opportunity. See more..
4.5 Plava Laguna (34 reviews)
- Animation and people incharge of the animation team
Spent 2-3 hours Beaches

Favorit part of the experience is the animation team. They give 200% of them self.. But everything isn't as it seams for what they are getting payed they give to much so much. Bad review for the bosses of samarcanda. See more..
4.5 Kart Cross Dirt Racing (20 reviews)
- go-karting
Spent 1-2 hours Auto Racing Tracks

The Kart Cross track is equipped with water sprinklers and illuminated at night for the right muddy feel. Along with complete protection gear the power slides and jumps come as standard. The kids can enjoy themselves on a separate track with the kids model KartCross or you can take them for a more extreme ride in complete safety on our two-seaters. An ATV track with adult and kids models are also available. As well as ATV tours around the local countryside down to the shore. See more..
4.5 Baredin Cave (16 reviews)
- Beautiful and mesmerizing cave with all the important geological structures at display
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Mysterious Sites

This cave is a must-see for everybody who is into speleology. The formations are beautiful and you can truly understand how each single one is formed. The tour guides are answering your questions at all times and their introduction to the cave offers interesting insights. Great for a family visit, since it*s well secured, lit and accessible. See more..
4.5 Juraj Dobrila Memorial (9 reviews)
- A memorial worth viewing.
Spent < 1 hour Monuments & Statues

The memorial to Juraj Dobrila, who was a Catholic Bishop and philanthropist from Istria, is located in a quiet place in Porec in the centre of a plush green lawn on the Juraj Dobrila Square. There is a park close by also named after him as well as another plaque attached to the school building in the Obala M. Laginje side street just off the square. He was an important person in Croatian society who worked hard to uphold the national rights of Croats under foreign rule and his portrait can be seen on a 10 kuna banknote. See more..
4.5 Obala Matka Laginje Square (6 reviews)
- Great food friendly people
Spent 1-2 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks

The staff were really friendly and the food was delicious we had the veal with mushrooms with tagliatelle See more..
4.0 Aquapark Aquacolors Poreč (698 reviews)
- Amazing trip
Spent More than 3 hours Water Parks

Explore the colors. Aquapark Aquacolors is largest in Croatia, 13 giant water slides, the longest lazy river in southern Europe, excellent food and refreshment.. See more..
4.0 Venezia Lines (464 reviews)
- Nice trip
Friday: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM Ferries

Venezia Lines offers a high speed ferry service connecting Italy to the Istrian Peninsula. We organise trips connecting Venice to Pula, Porec, Rovinj, and Umag in Croatia as well as Piran in Slovenia. The service is seasonal and commences in the last week of April until the first week of October. In July and August we offer a daily service between both countries. Venezia Lines is the fastest and most secure way to cross between the 2 countries. See more..
4.0 Round Tower (307 reviews)
- A nice surprise
Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks

After walking around Poreč old town, finding this place after walking down a narrow street was a nice surprise. We almost walked past it then noticed it was a bar. Being a little thirsty after our walk we managed the steep stairs to the inside bar. So quaint and cosy and I imagine quite crowded on an evening. We then went up a further set of steep narrow steps to the roof for views over the sea and old Poreč. Service was good but the beer was better (after a hot walk). For an unusual place to have a drink this is as good as any. We only stopped off for 1 but I imagine this place would be good for an evening watching the sun go down. But don't drink too much as the stairs down are as steep as they are coming up hahaha See more..
4.0 Decumanus Street (274 reviews)
- Beautiful historical street
Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings

During the walk thru Poreč you can not bypass the main street Decumanus. Like the former Roman colony Poreč retained the original Roman street layout. Among the many streets, the most important street is Decumanus. Decumanus Street is an impressive street, it has something for everyone. History, archaeology, architecture and some interesting bar. It was once glittering with many important palaces, but now it is unfortunately occupied by foreign sellers with bad Chinese products. Too bad. But the street still retained the original glow and people are happy to walk down this street. See more..
4.0 Pentagonal Tower (109 reviews)
- Best food in porec
Art Galleries • Points of Interest & Landmarks

Having eaten at many of the restaurants in and around Porec this was by far the best. We had between us Sea Bass, Spag Bol and Mixed Grill various side dishes and drinks and the bill was 335.00 kuna ( £33.50) The views form the top of the tower were fantastic and we felt that the service and staff were very good See more..
4.0 Romanesque House (102 reviews)
- Romanesque House
Historic Sites

The Romanesque House on Marafor Square was erected in the 13th century and was renovated and extended several times during history. See more..
4.0 Marafor Square (66 reviews)
- Nice square
Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings

Nice place to sit but not much charm and character as the other places, shops, restaurants and take aways See more..
4.0 Eufrazijeva Street (33 reviews)
- Lovely little street
Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Historic Walking Areas

Off Decumanus Street, narrow cobbled street, lovely old buildings with bars/restaurants, vines growing over the top at one end, full of character See more..
4.0 Zuccato Palace (27 reviews)
- Worth a look.
Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings

The Zuccato Palace is a wonderfully preserved piece of architecture with Gothic-style windows and Venetian décor. It stands on the corner of Decumanus and Cardo streets. Its exterior is nothing like the exteriors of other buildings in the city since the stones were imported from the island of Korcula. The first two floors of this three story building are made of stone, while the second floor is made of brick and has been embellished by architectural details made of stone. The windows, made of reddish brick, on one side have a view on to Decumanus Street, while on the other side there is a view on to Cardo Street. The internal lay-out of the building has not been preserved; it has been transformed and is being creatively re-used as an art gallery – the Zuccato Gallery. See more..
4.0 Joakim Rakovac Memorial (24 reviews)
- War hero from II. World War
Spent < 1 hour Monuments & Statues

This monument is dedicated to Joakim Rakovac, a local fighter against fascism in Istra. If you visit Poreč, be sure to take a photo of this monument. Joakim and Istrian people deserved a respect ! See more..
4.0 Sincic Palace (19 reviews)
- Exceptional stone facade
Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings

This is one example of extraordinary architecture in old Porec. All one can see is the stone facade dating from the early 18th century. It’s style is in complete contrast with the ordinary shop that now lurks within it. Wonderful! See more..
4.0 House of Two Saints (16 reviews)
- 15. century building
Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings

In a paralell street of the Decomanus street stands this house. On the front facade of the building there are two statues of two saints. The name of the house derives from here. Most probably originally the statues were earlier on a sacral building. See more..
4.0 Istrian Assembly Hall (7 reviews)
- Fantastic historical palace
Historic Sites • Government Buildings

The Istrian hall is a very important historical place for Istrians. The hall is usually used for different ceremonials, concerts and exibitions. For its historical value its a must see place in Porec! See more..
3.5 Church of Our Lady of the Angels (93 reviews)
- Standard church
Spent < 1 hour Churches & Cathedrals

I came alone to visit this church from the outside as well as inside. An impressive building in good condition. Inside quite standard and plain - just the picture on the top is very colorful and bright (see pictures). Is this a helpful review? Then please give me a "Thumbs up Thank FrankGeisler" by clicking the button below. See more..
3.5 Roman Ruins (84 reviews)
- Worth visiting - and it's free!!
Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Ancient Ruins

I disagree with other reviewers who feel that this area should be adorned with plaques. I liked the fact that it was almost incidental and surrounded by houses. For me, the lack of other people, and any tourist information, added to the atmosphere and my enjoyment of these ruins. See more..
3.5 Obala Marsala Tita (26 reviews)
- A lovely place to go for a stroll after dinner.
Spent 1-2 hours Scenic Walking Areas

We had several meals and drinks here while we were on holiday and were able to enjoy the breath-taking views of the Adriatic and the islands. You can’t visit Porec without walking along the embankment; it is in the main part of the town and it is included on the UNESCO World Heritage List. We enjoyed some very pleasant walks along the promenade, it is beautifully well-kept and there are many restaurants, cafes and stalls. We stopped for ice creams and then carried on walking again, everywhere is so clean and we didn’t see any litter. We saw lots of small boats and there were some impressive yachts in the marina. See more..