The city of Porec is one of the busiest tourist destinations in Istria. You will definitely have to take a walk through the streets of the old town. The first historic building you will find is the Euphrasian Basilica, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, one of the best-preserved Byzantine works in Europe. You will be able to admire the beautiful mosaics depicting religious scenes.
If you want to spend an afternoon shopping, you will have to go to Decumanus Street, a street that dates back to Roman times but is now full of stores and boutiques. You will also find strolling through those streets historic buildings such as The Pentagonal Tower and The Civic Museum.
Among the historical monuments to visit, Marafor Square with its ancient forum and the Temple of Neptune are remnants of Roman times.
Porec is synonymous with sports vacations, as it offers a wide range of activities, including windsurfing, kayaking, scuba diving, parachuting, and climbing.
Not to be missed is the discovery of the small island of St. Nicholas, off the coast of Porec, with its lighthouse, beaches, restaurants, and bars.
Thanks to its location, Porec is also an ideal starting point for visiting other famous tourist attractions in Croatia: the Arena of Pula is just a few kilometers away, while Plitvice Park with its beautiful waterfalls is easily reached in a day trip.
How to reach the boardings:
Address: Obala Marsala Tita, Poreč, Croatia
GPS Coordinates: Latitude 45.227090 Longitude 13.592148
The ferry terminal is within easy walking distance of the city center.
The bus station is about 600 m from the Poreč ferry terminal and offers connections to major cities in Croatia.
During the summer months, a tourist train offers tours of the city and connects to the ferry terminal.
Pula International Airport is about 60 km from the Poreč ferry terminal.