Cheap city break Pula
Pula pairs one of the world's best-preserved Roman amphitheatres with clear pebble beaches on the Verudela peninsula and the green Brijuni islands just offshore. In summer you fly direct from Rotterdam or Amsterdam to Istria. 3 days from €280 per person.
✈️ Plan your trip to Pula →When is the best time to go?
June and September are ideal: 25 to 28 degrees, swimmable water (the Adriatic is 23 to 25 degrees then) and quieter than July and August, when all of Istria fills up. May and October are calm and mild (18 to 23 degrees), perfect for the city and walks to Cape Kamenjak without the heat. In July and August the open-air season runs in the arena, with concerts and the Pula Film Festival.
The best areas in Pula
- Stari Grad The old town around the Forum and the Arch of the Sergii: narrow streets, wine bars and the arena within walking distance.
- Kaštel hill The 17th-century Venetian fortress with the Archaeological Museum of Istria and views over the harbour.
- Verudela Peninsula about 5 km south with the best pebble beaches (Ambrela, Hawaii) and resort hotels.
- Stoja Quiet bathing district with pine trees and free city beaches such as Valkane and Valsaline.
- Premantura Fishing village at the southern tip, the base for Cape Kamenjak nature park.
Top 5 things to do in Pula
- Pula Arena 1st-century Roman amphitheatre, the 6th largest in the world, entry around €10. In summer, concerts and film nights under the stars.
- Forum + Temple of Augustus The ancient square with the temple from 2 BC to AD 14, dedicated to Roma and Emperor Augustus, around €2.
- Arch of the Sergii Roman triumphal arch from the 1st century BC, free, the start of the lively Flanaticka shopping street.
- Brijuni National Park Green island archipelago, a 15-minute boat from Fažana to Veli Brijun: safari park and Roman ruins.
- Cape Kamenjak Wild nature and hidden coves at the southern tip near Premantura, free on foot or by bike (€5.30 by car).
Flights + transport from the Netherlands
There is no direct flight from Eindhoven to Pula (PUY); that requires a connection (KLM or Croatia Airlines). In summer you can fly direct: easyJet from Amsterdam (June to August) and Transavia from Rotterdam (June to October), in about 1 hour 50. The airport shuttle to the bus station costs €6 (about 10 minutes), a taxi €15 to 20. For the beaches and Cape Kamenjak a rental car is handy; compare prices through our partner. Alternative: Ryanair from Eindhoven to Zagreb, then about 3.5 hours by bus to Pula.
What does a trip to Pula cost?
Hostels and private rooms from €25, mid-range hotels €70 to 130 per night in high season, apartments around €90. Food is a little cheaper than in Western Europe: pizza or pasta €9 to 12, a fish dinner €20 to 28, a plate of ćevapi €7. Budget from €280 per person for 3 days including a summer flight.
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Frequently asked questions about Pula
When is the best time to visit Pula?
June and September: 25 to 28 degrees and swimmable Adriatic water, without the July and August crowds.
Which area is best to stay in Pula?
The old town (Stari Grad) for atmosphere and the arena within walking distance, or the Verudela peninsula for the best beaches.
How do I get to Pula from the Netherlands?
In summer direct with easyJet from Amsterdam or Transavia from Rotterdam in about 1 hour 50; from Eindhoven it requires a connection.
What does a Pula city break cost?
From €280 per person for 3 days including a summer flight; hostels from €25 and mid-range hotels €70 to 130 per night.
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