2-Hour Pula Walking Tour with Premium Istrian Olive Oil Tasting

2 Hours Duration

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About This Tour

This guided walking tour, available on demand from May 2026 for you and your family or friends, introduces the historical heart of Pula and the rich culinary he...

Duration: 2 Hours · Tour type: Private · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Not included · Transport: Not included · Wheelchair access: Yes · City: Pula · Languages: Croatian, English, Italian

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About Pula

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Pula

Roman archways and Slavic beer bars herald one of Istria’s prettiest towns. Discover Augustus’ temple, ancient forums and rugged Croatian beaches here with help from a local guide.

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Itinerary

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Day 01

From the Pula Arena to the Roman Forum

1. Pula Arena - start of the tour Meeting point at the Arena. Guided explanation of Roman Pula, the role of the amphitheatre, and everyday life in antiquity. Introduction to Istria as a crossroads of cultures and influences. 2. Twin Gate & Hercules Gate Walk towards the Twin Gate. Stop at the Hercules Gate, the oldest preserved Roman monument in Pula. Short stories about Roman urban planning and inscriptions. 3. Giardini promenade Walk along Giardini, the former Roman road and today's main city promenade. Commentary on later historical layers, especially the Venetian and Austro-Hungarian periods. 4. Arch of the Sergii Stop at the Arch of the Sergii. Stories about Roman families, power, and social status. Transition from ancient history to everyday life and traditions. 5. Forum Arrival at the Forum, the main square of Roman and modern Pula. Explanation of the political and social role of the Forum. 6. Temple of Augustus & Olive Oil Tasting Stop in front of the Temple of Augustus. Seating at a local bar on the Forum. Guided tasting of two premium, top-rated Istrian extra virgin olive oils (2025). Stories about olive oil, cheese, prosciutto, honey, fish, edible wild herbs, and traditional Istrian recipes. 7. End of the tour Relaxed conclusion on the Forum. Time for questions, recommendations, and local tips.