Sights in Poreč, Croatia

Attractions in Poreč

Old Town

Poreč might be Istria’s premier modern holiday resort, but it also has a heart of old and visitors should make time to visit the town’s historic attractions. Built in Roman times, the entire old town of Poreč has maintained its original street system with Marafor Square at its centre.

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Euphrasius’ Basilica complex

The 6th century Euphrasius Basilica complex in Poreč is one of the stars of Istria’s historic attractions. The complex includes the basilica, a sacristy, baptistery and the bell tower of the archbishop’s palace. As the Mediterranean’s best preserved monument of early Byzantine art, the complex has earned a rightful place on UNESCO’s world cultural heritage list.

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Marafor Square

One of the stars of Poreč culture and history is Marafor Square is where public gatherings took place in Roman times. Nearby lie the ruins of two other historic attractions, the Temples of Mars and Neptune, constructed in the 1st and 2nd centuries.

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Poreč tower

The Pentagonal Tower, Round Tower and Northern Tower were all built in the 15th century during Venetian rule to guard against a potential Ottoman invasion of Istria. These are three of the original 11 Poreč towers that made up the city walls to have been preserved and prove a popular attraction for visitors.

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Romanesque house

Located at the junction of Decamanus Street and Marafor Square, the Romanesque house is one of the few residential buildings still preserved in its original form and is a popular Poreč attraction. One of the most impressive features is its beautiful facade featuring an ornate wooden balcony.

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Istrian Council House

Amongst the many historic attractions of Poreč, the Istrian Council House provides a prime example of Gothic and Baroque architecture. Originally a Franciscan church, this 13th century building was used as the seat of regional parliament last century. Nowadays it houses a varied range of exhibitions and concerts.

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Poreč Homeland museum

One of Poreč’s most popular cultural attractions is the fascinating Poreč Homeland Museum. Located in the 18th century Sinčić Baroque Palace, the museum houses a collection of Roman archaeological relics in the ground floor Lapidarium, plus Baroque paintings and a wealth of documents in a historical library.

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Baredine Cave

Opened in 1986, the spectacular Baredine Cave is the only 'open' geological attraction in Istria. This treasure chest of stalagmites, stalactites and other subterranean sculptures provides a fascinating glimpse into Istria’s underground world and features lakes, unique animals and a museum.

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Saint Lovreč

Saint Lovreč is a town located southeast of Poreč named after the church of St. Lovre and was built on the site of a prehistoric building. Protective walls, gates and towers have all been well preserved and provide a fascinating glimpse into the region's history.

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Old Town

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Euphrasius’ Basilica complex

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Marafor Square

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Poreč tower

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Romanesque house

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Istrian Council House

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Poreč Homeland museum

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Baredine Cave

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Saint Lovreč

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Poreč:	Valamar Crystal Hotel; Valamar Pinia Hotel; Valamar Rubin Hotel; Pical Hotel; Zagreb Hotel; Naturist Resort Solaris, Valamar Isabella Island , Pinia Residence
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Dubrovnik:	Valamar Club Dubrovnik

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Corinthia Baška Hotel; Zvonimir Hotel

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Valamar Club Tamaris; Valamar Club Tamaris - Casa Palma; Valamar Club Tamaris - Casa Agava; Valamar Tamaris Villas

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Poreč

Attractions in Poreč

Old Town

Euphrasius’ Basilica complex

Marafor Square

Poreč tower

Romanesque house

Istrian Council House

Poreč Homeland museum

Baredine Cave

Saint Lovreč

Old Town

Euphrasius’ Basilica complex

Marafor Square

Poreč tower

Romanesque house

Istrian Council House

Poreč Homeland museum

Baredine Cave

Saint Lovreč

Book your holidays in Poreč

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