
Legendary
Sight
Euphrasian Basilica
A 6th-century Byzantine basilica glowing with golden mosaics.
Photo: Shesmax / CC BY-SA 3.0
A starting point in Poreč for a day trip inland to hilltop Motovun.
From here, the road leads away from the coast and up into Istria's green interior, toward the hill town of Motovun and the vineyards around it. It is a full change of scenery from the beaches, worth the drive for the view from the top. Set out early to make the most of a day split between coast and hills.
Open location in Google MapsA small next-step selection from the same city.

A 6th-century Byzantine basilica glowing with golden mosaics.
Photo: Shesmax / CC BY-SA 3.0
A lighthouse on the Lanterna peninsula, on the western coast of Istria.
An archaeological site near Poreč that speaks of the area's distant past.
Use the free map from home, then verify the discovery when you reach the place.