What can we even do when it rains in Istria?
Bad weather doesn’t mean you have to stay cooped up in your holiday home or hotel. Istria offers many interesting and educational activities that will entertain you even on rainy days. Istria has something for everyone, from underground caves and mines to museums and aquariums. Explore and enjoy the rich cultural and natural heritage of Istria, regardless of the weather!
Istria is a beautiful region known for its coastline, beaches, and sunny days. But what if it rains? Don’t worry! Istria offers numerous interesting attractions that are perfect to visit even in bad weather. Here are a few suggestions:
Jama Baredine, Poreč
Jama Baredine near Poreč offers a fascinating insight into the underground of Istria. During a 40-minute guided tour, you can see beautiful stalactites and stalagmites, underground lakes, and unique formations created by nature over millennia. The cave is suitable for visitors of all ages, and a special attraction is the endemic species called the olm (Proteus anguinus).
From Hotel Nautica in Novigrad: 22 km in direction of Poreč
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Olive Oil Museum, PULA
Olive oil is an essential part of Istrian culture and gastronomy. At the Istrian Olive Oil Museum, you will learn everything about the production of this “liquid gold,” from ancient times to modern techniques. The museum offers tastings of various olive oil types – a perfect opportunity to learn how to recognize quality oil and enjoy its flavor.
From Hotel Nautica in Novigrad: 56 km
Olive Oil Tasting – OPG Rota, NOVIGRAD
Book a guided olive oil tasting and enjoy an impressive gourmet experience! Visit the pleasant setting of OPG Rota and its tasting room, where you can choose from several types of tastings of premium, organically produced olive oils. Book your oil tasting here.
From Hotel Nautica in Novigrad: 8 km
Hum Aura Museum, HUM
The Hum Aura Museum is located in a medieval building in the smallest town in the world – Hum in Istria. Opened in 2022, the museum’s permanent collection includes nearly 1,500 exhibits carefully arranged into 11 thematic sections. Each room represents an essential segment of the ancestors’ lives and the dominant crafts of the last 150 years.
From Hotel Nautica in Novigrad: 55 km in direction of Rijeka
Family Distillery “Aura,” BUZET
In an area of more than 600m² of rustic decor, the old cellar in Buzet houses the centre of production for Aura Distillery. Visitors can see and experience the entire process from fruit fermentation, distillation, fruit maceration, aging of brandies, to bottling, labelling, and packaging. In addition to the production area, the distillery also has a shop offering all Aura products, as well as a tasting room that welcomes groups or individual visitors.
From Hotel Nautica in Novigrad: 42 km
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