Porec holidays

Relax and discover

Fun on the water: Take a boat trip - numerous excursions - the traditional fishing villages on its shore. Hire a motor boat or kayak to explore the lake yourself. Visit one of the lakeside lidos - relax and soak up some rays or jump in and go for a swim. Dive centre.

Walking: Poreč is a great destination for walking, filled with paths and long promenades shaded by pine trees. Simply strolling through the city centre will reveal the Roman heritage, with street names such as Decumanus and Cardo Maximus. There are numerous walks recommended by the tourist office, that vary in length from interesting, gentle strolls around the centre to more demanding walks of almost 12 km. To enjoy some spectacular views, walk towards Zelena Laguna to discover Poreč’s idyllic lagoons and small coves.

Local Culture: There is evidence of the long history of Porec in the old part of town, where the remains of ancient temples, cobbled streets and other beautiful buildings are preserved. The facades of numerous city palaces will reveal the thousands of years of a various styles and cultural influences which contributed to the formation of today’s city. There are some fabulous Istrian delicacies to be tried, such as air-dried Istrian prosciutto (cured ham), seafood in particular, such as scallops, mussels and oysters. The region is also renowned for its excellent olive oil. Wild asparagus is also a local speciality.

Festivals: There are numerous festivals that take place throughout the summer. Amongst others, you can visit the Valamar Jazz festival, boat shows, folklore festivals, fishermen's festivals, which include music and the inevitable culinary specialties with seafood. Another festival of note is 'Giostra' (Porec's historical festival), a festival of events and knightly games dating from 1745.

Evening atmosphere: The old part of Porec town is a great place to enjoy the glorious sun set across the sea, where restaurants, cafes and bars all come to life as the evening sets in.