Weekend in Pula

A triumphal arch from 29 BC, standing on a pedestrian street. You can walk right through it and read the carved inscriptions. It's a free piece of history that feels embedded in da

Tip: Look for the Roman reliefs of military trophies on the south side. Best photographed early morning, when the sun hits the white limestone and few tourists are around.

A remarkably preserved Roman amphitheatre from the 1st century AD. You can walk around the exterior and peer through the arches without paying. The interior costs €10, but the exte

Tip: Visit just before sunset to avoid crowds and see the stone glow gold. The surrounding park has benches where you can sit with a takeaway coffee.

A well-preserved Roman temple from 2 BC, now a small museum. The exterior is free to view; paying €2 gets you inside to see a modest collection of Roman stonework. The portico steps are a popular free

Tip: Combine with the adjacent Forum square, where the Saturday morning market sells cheap local produce. The temple's facade looks best in late afternoon light.

A leafy pocket park with a central gazebo, mature trees, and benches. Populated by locals reading, kids playing, and the occasional busker. The park is shaded and quiet, offering a break from the ston

Tip: Grab a burek from a bakery on the way and eat it on a bench near the fountain. Free public toilets are in the park's southwest corner.

An underground network of tunnels built as a WWII shelter. Entry to the main tunnel is free, with a short walk through cool, dimly lit passages. The tunnel's echoing acoustics make it feel atmospheric

Tip: Bring a light jacket—it's 12°C year-round. Visit on weekday mornings to have the tunnel almost to yourself. Exit near the Hill of Kastel for a free viewpoint of the city.