Euphrasian Basilica
Top billing in Poreč goes to the 6th-century Euphrasian Basilica, a World Heritage Site and one of Europe’s finest intact examples of Byzantine art. Built…
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Poreč
The ancient Roman town of Poreč (Parenzo in Italian) and the surrounding region are entirely devoted to summer tourism. Poreč is the centrepiece of a vast system of tourist resorts that stretches north and south along the west coast of Istria, attracting holidaymakers in their tens of thousands from June to September.
Mass tourism means this is definitely not the place for a quiet getaway (unless you come out of season). However, there’s a World Heritage–listed basilica, a medley of Gothic, Romanesque and baroque buildings, and a well-developed tourist infrastructure, and the verdant Istrian interior is within easy reach. It's also become the party hub of Istria in the last couple of years, drawing in young partygoers from all corners of Europe.
Explore Poreč
- Euphrasian Basilica
Top billing in Poreč goes to the 6th-century Euphrasian Basilica, a World Heritage Site and one of Europe’s finest intact examples of Byzantine art. Built…
- SSveti Nikola
The island of Sveti Nikola lies just short of 500m south of the peninsula. From May to October small passenger boats make the crossing from the wharf on…
- TTrg Marafor
The Roman Forum, where public gatherings took place, once stood on the site of the present-day Trg Marafor. The original pavement has been preserved along…
- TTemple of Neptune
Dating from the 1st century AD, only fragments of this great Roman temple, dedicated to the sea god, have survived.
- RRound Tower
One of the city's Venetian-era towers; it once guarded the southeastern section of the city.
- NNorthern Tower
A ruined Venetian tower, located in the northeast corner of the old town.
- PPentagonal Tower
One of the Venetian towers, flanking the main entrance to the old town.
Top attractions
These are our favorite local haunts, touristy spots, and hidden gems throughout Poreč.
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Euphrasian Basilica
Top billing in Poreč goes to the 6th-century Euphrasian Basilica, a World Heritage Site and one of Europe’s finest intact examples of Byzantine art. Built…
See
Sveti Nikola
The island of Sveti Nikola lies just short of 500m south of the peninsula. From May to October small passenger boats make the crossing from the wharf on…
See
Trg Marafor
The Roman Forum, where public gatherings took place, once stood on the site of the present-day Trg Marafor. The original pavement has been preserved along…
See
Temple of Neptune
Dating from the 1st century AD, only fragments of this great Roman temple, dedicated to the sea god, have survived.
See
Round Tower
One of the city's Venetian-era towers; it once guarded the southeastern section of the city.
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