Beaches in Pula
Ambrela on Verudela is a pebble beach. Gortanova is a small pebble cove on the Lungomare path. Stoja is pebble and rock, with natural shade from coastal pines; it is described as quiet and family-friendly, with free parking a short walk away. The sandy beach Bijeca is in neighbouring Medulin.
Getting to Pula
Pula Airport is 5 km from the city centre; taxis wait near the bus terminal and car-hire desks are in the arrivals area. The motorway links Pula with the Slovenian border over about 80 km, with crossings at Plovanija–Sečovlje, Kaštel–Dragonja and Požane–Sočerga. See our travel page and the Pula weather page.
Parking in Pula
Zone 0 in the Old Town is reserved for residents and businesses, so visitors use zones 1 to 3. Zone 1 allows a maximum stay of 2 consecutive hours. Zones 1–3 are charged daily from 07:00 to 23:00 between 1 June and 30 September; in winter they are charged on weekdays until 20:00 and on Saturdays until 14:00. Parking Karolina is a short walk from the Arena. Check current rules before you travel.
Trips from Pula
Cape Kamenjak, near Premantura, is about 10 km from Pula and can be reached by car, bike or boat. Motor vehicles pay an entry fee in summer; walkers and cyclists enter free. Camping is banned there, and visitors must leave the protected area by 22:00. Other day trips go to Brijuni National Park and Fažana. Also nearby: Vodnjan, Barbariga and Rovinj.
Frequently asked questions – holidays in Pula
Where can I park in Pula?
In Pula visitors park in zones 1 to 3, because zone 0 in the Old Town is reserved for residents and businesses. Zone 1 has a 2-hour limit, and Parking Karolina is close to the Arena (visitpula.hr).
How far is Pula Airport from the city centre?
Pula Airport is 5 km from the city centre (istra.hr). Taxis are available near the airport's bus terminal, and car-hire desks are in the arrivals area.
Can you camp at Kamenjak near Pula?
No, camping at Kamenjak is banned, except for organised visits with special permission. Driving off marked paths is also banned, including motorcycles, and visitors must leave the protected area by 22:00 (kamenjak.hr).
What is Stoja beach in Pula like?
Stoja beach in Pula is pebble and rock, with natural shade from coastal pine trees. It is described as quiet and family-friendly, with free parking a short walk away (visitpula.hr).
Data sources: visitpula.hr, istra.hr, kamenjak.hr · Updated: October 2026
