Museums and cultural sites in Istria County

Istria Cultural Highlights

Discover Istria’s cultural heritage through a diverse selection of museums, archaeological sites, and historic landmarks. This collection includes Roman amphitheaters, regional history museums, archaeological excavations, and innovative theme parks, each offering insight into the region's artistic, historical, and natural legacy.

Istria Cultural Highlights — Map

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Arena Pula

Ancient Roman amphitheater in Pula, one of the best-preserved arenas worldwide, hosting exhibitions and events.

B

Archaeological Museum of Istria

Features extensive archaeological collections highlighting Istria’s prehistoric to Roman heritage.

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Zerostrasse

WWI underground tunnels in Pula, now a museum showcasing military history and hidden passages.

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Sinčić Palace - Regional Museum Porec

Historic palace housing exhibits on Poreč’s regional heritage and cultural history.

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Regional Museum Porec

Museum dedicated to the local history and ethnography of the Poreč region.

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Traktor Story

Exhibition space focused on the history and development of agricultural machinery in Istria.

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Dinopark Funtana

An exciting day out - see the moving models of dinosaurs, one of the magic shows or the motorcycle performances.

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Kino Valli

Cultural cinema venue in Pula featuring a mix of local and international films.

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Museum of musical instruments

Displays traditional musical instruments from Istrian and broader Croatian folk culture.

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Ecomuseum - Istrian de Dignan

Open-air museum presenting traditional Istrian rural life and architecture.

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Museum of Sacral Art Vodnjan

Collection of religious art and artifacts located in Vodnjan.

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Nesactium

Ancient archaeological site of a Roman settlement near Vodnjan.

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Zerostrasse

WWI era tunnels beneath Pula, equipped for wheelchair access and guided tours.

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OPG Šuran Petar Rino

Local winery and shop offering regional wines and craft products.

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