Top Things to do in Istria
10 Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in Istria That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Istria, Croatia including Atelier Sottomuro, Chiavalon Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Istrian de Dignan - Ecomuseum, Benazic Winery, Benvenuti Winery, Farma Jola Poljoprivredni Obrt, Damjanic Wines, Bura Brew Craft Beer, Andelini Winery, Euphrasius Basilica.
Restaurants in Istria
1. Atelier Sottomuro
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 22 reviews
Atelier Sottomuro is a unique art gallery in the old town of Rovinj. All the work produced here is by the artist. You can also organise your holiday yoga classes from this address. All classes are out in nature in the parkland overlooking the beautiful Adriatic sea. Open 10 April to 10 October.
2. Chiavalon Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil
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5.0 based on 354 reviews
"We are a family owned farm, specialized in the production of top quality extra virigin olive oil. Our blends are renowned and awarded all over the world, not only for the quality, but also for our particular design and packaging. Beside olive oil, we are also focusing on producing new organic products, that you can all taste on our family estate. If you want to experience tasting our liquid gold like a pro, feel free to stop by for a free tasting or reserve your place for one of our guided tours at our brand new olive mill. Looking forward to meeting you!"
Reviewed By dmitch878 - Bristol, United Kingdom
My wife and I visited for a tour. Ivana was excellent and provided a real insight into the production of real high quality olive oil. I opted for the full experience including delicious local wine cheese and meat. My wife only wanted the oils to try however we were all provided with bread and a fantastic home made tomato sauce. We also took two bottles home with us and as soon as we are able to order this oil on the UK we will be sure to place an order. All in all an excellent experience.
3. Istrian de Dignan - Ecomuseum
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5.0 based on 105 reviews
Ecomuseum is The unique place where tradition, culture and local products meet. In rustical ambient, respecting the traditions and customs of our ancestors, we create a new experience of the town: we combine the flavors, smells and customs, giving the visitor an unique and inovative way of sightseeing.Working hours of museum is every day from 10 to 22.
4. Benazic Winery
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5.0 based on 146 reviews
Benazic winery is a family owned business in the city of Pula. Placed just 2 kilometers away from the city center the winery offers you a taste of Istria by trying wines, brandys, cheese, olive oil and many other products. The family is proud to say that they are owners of numerous awards that are won trough the years of their work. For tasting it is required to book an appointment.
Reviewed By kathrynevanson - London, United Kingdom
We had a lovely afternoon visiting this family winery, trying 6 different wines with cheese and bruschetta. Liked the sparkling rose so much we took a bottle home. Really recommend a visit!
5. Benvenuti Winery
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5.0 based on 40 reviews
Reviewed By lyngn8 - Los Angeles, United States
Attended a wine tour and tasting with a very knowledgable employee and had a great experience! Our guide overall was very passionate and friendly and we enjoyed our time learning about the different wines of the region and company, not to mention the wine was very good and reasonably priced! We brought a bottle to bring back home :) Would reccomend to stop here if you're in town!
6. Farma Jola Poljoprivredni Obrt
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5.0 based on 23 reviews
Omajolas is a BIO olive oil and olive leaf tea manufacturers in Savudrija. We produce exclusively olive oil from our own olive trees and bred renounce totally to the use of chemical and synthetic products. We provide you with a free guided tour through the plantation / production with subsequent tasting and less training.
7. Damjanic Wines
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5.0 based on 57 reviews
Damjanic winery is a family business run by enologist Ivan Damjanic. We have 8,5 ha of vineyard and we produce 10 different labels of wine. At our place you can do different wine tasting accompanied by some Istrian snacks.
Reviewed By Laura-ba16
We had the pleasure of meeting the family while tasting their wines, their story is really interesting and their wine is great, definately worth a visit!
8. Bura Brew Craft Beer
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5.0 based on 16 reviews
Bura Brew is a small, local and independent Craft Brewery. Our beer is top-fermented unpasteurized, unfiltered, bottle-fermented (bottle conditioned) no additives or preservatives. Natural yeast sediment. Brewed with passion and expertise by our Brewmaster. Our mission is to make quality and tasty beer for your delight and enjoyment. On site is possible to buy our bottles and merchandising, drink our beers and, only if we have time, to have a short tour. For tours and tasting sessions you have to book in advance and it’s for groups only, with minimum 8 people. NO CREDIT CARD/CASH ONLY
Reviewed By ivonabi - Zagreb, Croatia
If you're a beer lover, then this is your place! Ring the bell of the Bura brewery and just say you're thirsty - Alessandro and Claudio will welcome you in and give you a tour of the place. Bura is a microbrewery, so don't expect much in terms of size but the team's enthusiasm and hard work will surely blow you away. It's like talking to old friends. Over beer. You can taste the Bura beers (for free) and buy it at the brewery. Keep in mind they don't accept credit cards so bring cash. A lot of it because apart from beer, they have a fair choice of Bura goodies - glasses, wooden openers, ashtrays, wooden beer cases, gift baskets, and T-shirts. (I would kill for a beach towel, though!)
9. Andelini Winery
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5.0 based on 13 reviews
Reviewed By Carolinecm70
Dominic was a wonderful host, our party of 10 (ranging in age from 3 to 79yrs old!) thoroughly enjoyed our visit. The family are clearly passionate about their wine, which is delicious, they are very knowledgeable about the region and wine in general. Dominic was great with the little children in our party, taking them to see their donkey and other animals and even allowing them to open the wine for us! We were also served delicious local cheeses, olives, olive oil and salami which complemented the wines brilliantly. We tasted their honey which the children particularly liked and various flavours of grappa which the adults liked! All in all a fabulous experience and excellent value for money (approx £15 per head), thank you Dominic! Highly recommended.
10. Euphrasius Basilica
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,486 reviews
Reviewed By nicholasfI7659MO
Well worth seeing, the mosaics in the apse of the church alone justify the entrance fee of 40 kuna. If possible, make the climb up the tower for the finest view over Porec.
