Pula Reimagined | The Coastal Gem
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Intro
The city of Pula is the largest city of the Istrian peninsula. It is famous for the variety and abundance of ancient Roman buildings, the most famous of which is the Amphitheatre followed by the Temple of August and more.
This guide will give you a perfect overview on where to stay, eat, swim & more if you want to have a more high end experience of the area.
Where to stay?
Grand Hotel Brioni Pula, a Radisson Collection
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The hotel is within a beautiful resort called Verudela, with numerous rocky beaches and roads to take your daily walks.
π book a room with a sea view
π experience their breakfast with a high variety of foods
π€Έπ½ββοΈ enjoy walking or cycling withing the area
Boutique Hotel Valsabbion
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Family owned and a spot with class.
π₯ enjoy their breakfast & happy hour
π§π½ββοΈ treat yourself with a face/ body treatment within the Mythos studio
β΅οΈ have walk within the nearby marina
Hotel La Grisa, Bale
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Where to eat?
Farabuto Restaurant
π great fish
π₯ homemade bread
πβπ« the mushroom pasta is not to be missed
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Batelina
A Michelin guide place, family owned and with the longest tradition, Batelina is most famous for its one of a kind fresh fish starters.
Not to miss:
β’ pasta with fish eggs
β’ fresh fish seconds
β’ chilly chocolate mini cakes dipped in olive oil
Note: during high season reserve 10-15 days in advance and keep in mind you can only pay by cash
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Sophia
A newly opened spot, sophisticated and with a great variety of high quality meat for all steak lovers π₯©
Tip: try the different condiments and sauces which come suggested
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What more?
Take a swim at one of Verudelaβs many beaches
Walking along the coastline you will discover several spots, public or private, rocky or with pebbles, that will allow you to enjoy the clean sea.
Wine tasting at Chiavalon
Worldy renowned, this family oil rafinery offers tastings π«
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Take the opportunity to buy some produce to bring at home.
Private tours
A) Take a private walking tour around the historical Pula city center
B) Book a private boat tour to bring you to the majestic Brijuni islands
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Notes:
β’ Brijuni are a national park, to be treated with respect
β’ Take a bike or electric golf care and give yourself at least 2 hours to explore the different bays and beaches
β’ Have lunch only in the Galija restaurant, located at the ground floor of Neptun hotel
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