One of the most beautiful views in Istria is offered from Vižinada!

Take the streets of Pula and discover numerous remnants from Roman times, the most significant and famous of which is the Pula Amphitheater. Then spend your time in the historic core of picturesque Rovinj. Once a fishing village, it is now known as one of the most "photogenic" towns in the Mediterranean. Along the northwest coast lies Poreč, known for the famous Euphrasian Basilica which is on the UNESCO World Heritage list. Succumb to the charm of typical fishing towns such as Novigrad and Vrsar, and witness their long history.

But don't forget to step into the charming towns and small places in the interior of Istria which are rarely talked about. The most famous is the town of Motovun, which people like to visit because of the famous city walls and stone streets. Visit Grožnjan, a town in which the spirit of art is woven into every corner, and to which everyone happily returns. Allow yourself to fall in love with the streets and views that extend from Oprtalj and Momjan. Learn more about the legend that speaks of the construction of the smallest town in the world, Hum, and its Glagolitic heritage. Draguć, known as "Istrian Hollywood," is situated atop a hill where you can enjoy complete peace and views of untouched nature. Experience the peculiarities of other towns like Bale, Vodnjan, Labin, and many others. Get to know our greatest value, our rich history!

Enjoy leisurely and winding trails along the coast or delight in the routes that lead you through nature to beautiful hilltop towns. Besides biking, explore the beauties of Istria through marked hiking trails. Feel the adrenaline rush in numerous adrenaline parks across Istria. Lovers of adrenaline adventures must not miss ziplining over the Pazin Cave. The real adventure begins with diving – get to know and explore the incredible depths of the Adriatic Sea in Istria, full of natural beauty and sunken ships. Discover the beauty and diversity of Istria's indented coast and islands by kayak, sailing, or windsurfing. Experience adrenaline and water fun in one of the water parks. If you want to enjoy an unforgettable view from the heights, opt for paragliding or skydiving. Spice up your vacation in Istria with a dash of adventure!

Every dish is enriched with golden drops of extra virgin olive oil. If you are a lover of fish and seafood, treat your palate to famous scallops, mussels, or sea urchins. As a break from the seafood specialties, taste Istrian meat products. Taste dishes made from Istrian cattle – boškarin for a real taste rhapsody.

Known as Istrian violin, prosciutto is certainly a status symbol of Istrian cuisine. It gets its distinctive aroma from a unique combination of spices and drying in the bora wind. Besides prosciutto, definitely taste Istrian sausages, pancetta, and ombolo.

Truffles, with their intense scent but specific taste, are at the top of specialties for all visitors. Taste them in combination with homemade fuži or pljukanci pasta.

Other handmade pastas, posutice, ravioli, gnocchi are excellent with meat or asparagus stew. Soup lovers definitely need to try our traditional soup – maneštra. At the very end, sweeten your palate with traditional Istrian cakes – taste povetica, fritule, kroštule, pandešpanj, bucolaj, pinca, breskvice, paštine or cukerančići.

For a complete gastronomic experience, consume the food with Istrian premium wines. The most famous white wine variety is definitely Istrian Malvazija. Another indigenous white wine variety is Muškat momjanski, which has a sweet taste and is served as an aperitif or dessert wine. The renowned red wine variety is Teran, known for its ruby red color, distinctive aroma, and strong taste. Along with these, there are other fantastic wines such as the Grey Pinot, White Pinot, Chardonnay, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon.