Southern Istria Travel Guide
Things to do in Pula & Pomer.
Honest tips from around our holiday home: the most beautiful swimming coves, excursions, restaurants and all the practical info for your trip.





Beaches & Coves

Cape Kamenjak: Coves, Entry Fees and Tips for Istria's Southern Tip
Cape Kamenjak near Premantura: 2026 entry fees, the most beautiful coves, Safari Bar, parking and tips on when to go by car or by bike.

Beaches in Medulin and Pomer: Sand, Pebbles and Quiet Coves
The best beaches in Medulin, Pomer, Banjole and Premantura: Bijeca sandy beach, pebble coves, dog beaches and tips on parking and time of day.

The Most Beautiful Beaches in Pula: From Ambrela to Seagull's Rocks
The most beautiful beaches in Pula: Ambrela, Hawaii Beach, Hidrobaza, Seagull's Rocks and more – with tips for families, snorkellers and dog owners.

approx. 5 km from Pomer
Bijeca Beach in Medulin: Sandy Beach, Parking and Tips
Bijeca Beach in Medulin: a popular sandy beach with shallow entry. Facilities, parking, neighbouring Belvedere and Kažela beaches and family tips.
Sights

Holidays in Pomer: The Fishing Village on Istria's Southern Tip
Pomer in Croatia: beaches, marina, footbridge to Premantura and the best excursions from this peaceful fishing village near Medulin and Pula.

approx. 9 km from Pomer
Pula Arena: Opening Hours, Tickets and Tips for the Amphitheatre
Visiting Pula Arena: 2026 opening hours and tickets, gladiator shows, concerts, parking and the best tips for the Roman amphitheatre.

Pula in the Rain: The Best Ideas for a Rainy Day in Istria
Rain on your Istria holiday? Pula Aquarium, Zerostrasse, museums, the Arena, wineries and indoor tips around Pula and Medulin – with 2026 opening hours.

approx. 9 km from Pomer
Things to Do in Pula: 15 Highlights from the Arena to Hawaii Beach
Things to do in Pula: the Arena, old town with Forum and Arch of the Sergii, Aquarium, Zerostrasse, Hawaii Beach and more – with 2026 prices and tips.

approx. 5 km from Pomer
Medulin: Things to Do, Hidden Gems and the Old Town
Discover Medulin: the old town with St Agnes church, Vižula peninsula, Bijeca sandy beach, boat hire, islands and true hidden gems along the riviera.
Day Trips

Brijuni National Park: Day Trip from Fažana – Tips, Tickets & What to Expect
Brijuni National Park from Fažana: boat crossing, tourist train tour, tickets, parking and tips for your day trip from Pomer – explained in brief.

Fažana: Fishing Village, Sardines and Gateway to the Brijuni Islands
Discover Fažana: waterfront promenade, churches, sardine tradition, beaches and the harbour for the Brijuni islands – tips for your trip from Pomer.

Rovinj Day Trip: Old Town, Parking and Tips from Pula & Pomer
Rovinj as a day trip: getting there from Pula, parking (as of 2026), old town highlights, the Red Island and boat tours – for a relaxed day out.

Pula to Venice Ferry: Operators, Prices and Day Trip Tips
Taking the ferry from Pula to Venice: operators, season, a journey time of about 3 hours, 2026 prices and tips for a day trip to the lagoon city.

Things to Do in Istria: The Most Beautiful Places and Hidden Gems
Things to do in Istria: Pula, Rovinj, Poreč, Motovun, Hum and Brijuni, plus hidden gems like Dvigrad, Pazin and Baredine – with day trip tips from Pomer.
Active & Water

approx. 5 km from Pomer
Boat Trips from Medulin: Dolphins, Cape Kamenjak and Levan Island
Boat trips from Medulin: sunset dolphin cruises, tours to Cape Kamenjak, Levan island and sea caves – with tips on choosing the right one.

Kayaking, SUP and Diving in Medulin: Water Sports around Pomer
Kayaking, SUP, diving and windsurfing on the Medulin Riviera: operators, best spots, times of day and tips for your water sports holiday from Pomer.

Cycling and Hiking in Medulin: The Best Routes around Pomer
Cycling and hiking on the Medulin Riviera: cycle routes 315 to 319, Cape Kamenjak on foot, the Orchid Route and tips on starting points and seasons.
Food & Drink

Truffle Hunting in Istria: Motovun, Truffle Season and Tips for Your Trip
Truffle hunting in Istria: when is truffle season, where do tours in the Motovun forest start and how do you plan a trip to Motovun from Pomer?

Restaurants & Konobas in Medulin, Pomer and Pula: Where to Eat Well
Restaurant tips for Medulin, Pomer, Banjole, Premantura and Pula: konobas with fresh fish, Istrian cuisine, the market hall and practical advice.
Practical Tips

Istria with a Dog: Dog Beaches and Tips around Pula and Medulin
Holidays in Istria with a dog: official dog beaches in Pula, Fažana and Peroj, Cape Kamenjak with a dog, beach rules and practical tips from Pomer.

Getting to Istria: By Car or Plane to Pula and Pomer
How to get to Istria and Pomer: route from Munich, tolls and vignettes, driving time, the Italian alternative and transfers from Pula Airport. With tips.

Best Time to Visit Istria: Weather, Sea Temperature and Tips by Month
When is the best time to visit Istria? Sea temperatures, weather and seasons – and what you can do around Pula, Medulin and Pomer month by month.

approx. 11 km from Pomer
Pula Airport: Flights, Car Hire and Transfers to Medulin
Pula Airport (PUY): direct flights, shuttle bus into town, car hire at the airport and transfers to Medulin and Pomer – with prices and practical tips.

Croatia with a Dog: Entry Rules, Beaches and Holiday Tips
Holidays in Croatia with a dog: entry with an EU pet passport, microchip and rabies jab, beach rules, dog beaches in Istria, travelling there and vets.