Enjoy a private walking tour, avoid crowds and waiting in queues. You will explore the highlights of Pula with some hidden gems. Ask your experienced local guide everything you wanted to know about Pula and he will be happy to share his knowledge with you.
Your guide had a personal connection to the city. As a history teacher deeply passionate about Pula, he offers a unique perspective on its rich history and culture. Born and raised in this city, he had a profound love for its heritage and he's dedicated to share its wonders with visitors. This personal touch, combined with visits to iconic landmarks such as the Temple of Augustus and the Roman Forum, creates an unforgettable experience. Travelers not only learn about the city's ancient past but also feel the genuine affection that your tour guide had for Pula, making this tour truly exceptional.
The earliest record of a permanent settlement in Pula dates back to the 10th century BC. Founded by the Histri, an ancient Istrian Illyrian tribe, Pula came under Roman control in 177 BC. In this tour you will experience ancient Roman Pula and see its beautiful monuments.
Day-trippers you are going to love this one. This is Pula's greatest history asset, and it will blow your mind. The grandiose Amphitheater, one of the largest in the world, was built during the 1st AD under the reign of Emperor Vespasian, at around the same time as the Colosseum in Rome. The ground plan is elliptical, the longer axis measuring about 130 m and the shorter one about 100 m. This huge and magnificent structure is assembled solely from local limestone and is known as the Pula Arena. Although it underwent a great deal of restoration work, the site can still seat 5,000 people and is used in summer as a venue for festivals and performances. But that's not all. Get to the underground passages, once used by gladiators, and visit a permanent exhibition of amphorae and equipment used in the production of olive oil in ancient time.
