Location: Peroj
Top Things to do in Peroj
Top 10 Things to do in Peroj, Croatia
Peroj (Italian: Peroi) is a village in the Vodnjan municipality on the south-western coast of Istria, Croatia. Peroj originally dates back to the Copper age of prehistory, as testified by a necropolis within the old walls of the town. The town has been settled with families from a variety of origins throughout its history. During the occupation of the Romans, the town was named Pedrolo, and was a popular holiday destination.
Restaurants in Peroj
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 346 reviews
Reviewed By Moleseyboy - London, United Kingdom
For a wander through a beautiful authentic hill-top village, we loved Groznjan. It is set atop a hill not far from Novograd and Motovun. On the day we visited, they were practising opera in a room opening out onto one of the many small squares. It was a sublime experience to stand and listen to the arias being rehearsed accompanied by a grand piano and exquisitely rendered. I could have stayed all day to listen, but our kids quickly lost interest so we moved on. They have urged me to score down the rating as there is not much of excitement for younger children, but for me it was a high spot of our time in Istria.
2. Kozlovic Winery
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4.5 based on 133 reviews
The Kozlovic philosophy is embodied in the family's history, a family that knew how to hold together, working towards a common goal; nurturing the value of their toils, effort, resolution and competence...
Reviewed By Josip Z
We didn't manage to book a whole winery tour because the groups were full for the day, but we had tasting (3 glasses of wine for 50 kunas, which is a great price). If you are near, you should definitely stop by.
3. The Orthodox Church of Saint Spyridon
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By ivanljubljana - Ljubljana
As of 1557, the Venetian prelate exercised authority over the entire Orthodox congregation in the territory of the Venetian Republic, which also includes the congregation in Istria. Orthodox Montenegrins, who had migrated to the peninsular in September 1657, established the one in Peroj in 1784. Since the Orthodox archdiocese of Venice is united in organisation with the Holy See, the administrative parish functioning model is in essence similar to the catholic one. This also applies to registers, the matriculation of which started in 1784, the same year in which the parish of St. Spiridon in Peroj began its formal operation.
4. Aqua Park Istralandia
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4.5 based on 1 reviews
Aquapark „Istralandia“ This amazing waterworld spread on over 81 000 m2 is located only 5 km from the seashore, on direct Novigrad-Nova Vas highway exit and the main road between the highway and town of Novigrad. „Istralandia“ offers abundance of relaxation and excitement with guaranted adrenaling dosage on 20 different slides with over 1,6 km of tubes; high and aslope for the brave ones, slides with rubber boats and the latest technolgy tube-slides. „Istralandia“ has the largest wave pool in this part of Europe. Aquaprk „Istralandia“ is also intended for families with children of all ages for whom adrenaline dosage and fun can be found on children's tower. In October 2014 Aqua Park „Istralandia“ has won in Rome, Italy a special award for the eneterprener project of the year in the category of new water parks, known as the „Oscar of the entertainment parks“. On the most prestigeous european fair of attractions (EAS 2015 and EAS 2016) in category of the best aquaparks in Europe among the 300 aquaparks, „Aquapark Istralandia“ was two yers in a row rewarded by Kirmes&Park Revue, Germany another prestige award: „Europe's Best Water Parks“ -5th place.
Reviewed By Jerome C - Paris, France
This is our 4th time at the Aqua Park, been going to this park every summer since it opened.
A great day with the kids , the slides are excellent , our boys did them all. Our family favorite is the "Crazy Hills". The kids always want to beat us to the bottom !
There plenty of space to have lunch , we bring our own sandwiches and drinks. However we always buy drinks there as well.
Do no miss the music band that goes into the wave pool .. excellent time!
We always go there on the Saturday's as there seems to be less crowd on that day.
5. Agro-Millo - Olive Oil Production
Overall Ratings
5 based on 23 reviews
The Agro-millo is an agricultural family operated business in which the very members of the family carry out with great are their own duty inside the agricultural undertaking as well as in their own olive-groves and in the oil mill during the period of milling. The undertaking can rely on a surface area of 7 hectares covered with olive trees in western inland of Istria, in the area of Buje, which was appreciated for the esteemed quality of its olive oil as far as from the time of ancient Romans.
Reviewed By Margaret M
If you are near the vicinity of Buje do drop by. it is not a shop so you will need to be looking for it. The Olive Mill is in Kracisa and you drive down an unmarked road to get to it. You get a nice view along the way. These guys are award winning olive miller and they use some of the latest eco-friendly technology to cold press the olives. A family runned business and very friendly. Just drive in and ask to poke around the production plant. They will drop everything and give you an impromptu tour which is wonderful. October is the harvest month if you are looking for some action. You can also buy their extra virgin olive oil to take home. All of their olives are cold pressed within 24 hours after harvest. As you would notice I am a fan!
6. Paragliding Tandem Istra
Overall Ratings
5 based on 251 reviews
Experience the magical Istria from the air. Paragliding Tandem flight in Motovun will take you over the magical old town. In a tandem you are able to fly without any previous experience. After a 15 min briefing you get to fly for 30 min with a highly trained instructor, which is the easiest and safest way to experience the thrill of paragliding. All you need are sporting shoes and a long sleeved jacket. Too easy.
Reviewed By Dave H - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
There were several aspects to this experience that contributed to its utmost excellence:
1. Day one of attempted flight was not the best weather, but more importantly was not ideal conditions to paraglide. Rather than take our money and give us (and another couple) a suboptimal, or even slightly dangerous, experience, Airie spent nearly two hours with us driving to different locations and attempting to await better flying conditions before ultimately calling it for the day.
2. After our failed attempt at flying, he let us follow him up the road to Motovun, through the resident only section, so that we could park at the top and enjoy the town in all its glory with ease. After politely declining several of our attempts to buy him a beer, we made plans to meet up the next day.
3. On a gorgeous flying day we met Arie at a takeoff spot near Motovun, and finally partook in this unforgettable experience. His instructions were succinct and spot on, and his explanations made for entertaining education in the air, as I marveled at the novel perspective.
4. If you have never been paragliding, like us, you would be foolish to miss out on this chance to fly in one of the top paragliding sites in the world with a friendly and consummate professional!
5. Bonus: Ask him to book you a reservation with his friend Nevio at Toklarija (set course menu, fine dining in the middle of nowhere). You will NOT be disappointed.
7. Franc Arman Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 24 reviews
Wine passion since 1850. Beautiful family winery located in west Istrian hills with a stunning wiew,just 15km from Porec, and 16 km from Novigrad. We offer a unforgetable wine experience with indigenous grape varieties from Istria.
Reviewed By A TripAdvisor Member
I turned up here at around 4pm and was greeted by a gentleman who told me he didn't speak English. I asked if I could go inside and see the tasting room and he said yes. I wasn't too bothered about tasting wines and just wanted to buy some - but he effectively told me to leave before I got a chance!
The tasting room looked great - i think you pay a small fee to taste the wines but wasn't in there long enough to catch the exact cost. I also noticed that it said "no credit cards" so if you do get past security and are allowed to purchase then bring your kuna's with you.
Reading the other reviews - maybe I was just unlucky with my timings and maybe you should book ahead? Also, I accept I'm at fault for not speaking Italian or German - the chap indicated that he could converse in these languages but I couldn't.
Undeterred, I went to the Rossi winery which is literally just up the road and was met by a charming and knowledgable chap called Phillip. They are open all day until about 8pm. He was a superb host and I tried various wines and grappas. All absolutely excellent and I would have bought much more if I could have got it home easily. They also accept credit cards. So, this is a more than worthy alternative to Arman's.
8. Mramornica Cave
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4 based on 18 reviews
Reviewed By Jure T - Vienna, Austria
This cave has just been opened recently. It is a cave 20 to 60 meters below and it has 12 million years old stalagmiti and stalagtiti. Our kids loved visiting the cave. It is not a big cave. The visit takes 30 to 60 minutes. You get a guide and she gives a nice presentation.
9. Kabola Winery
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4.5 based on 73 reviews
Kabola wines are produced from selected grapes grown in the northwestern part of the Istrian peninsula where soil, climate, location and tradition give the wines their unique "terroir". Vintners since 1891, the Markezic family has created a distinctive style of winemaking - one that respects the past and looks to the future.
Reviewed By northwindblew - London, UK
When you arrive, you are vowed by the beautiful views of vineyards and the prettiness and the tidiness of the buildings and the greenery. Unfortunately the timing didn’t work out for us to attend a wine tasting session, but we tasted four different Kabola wines in the shop which were excellent. Inevitably we left with a few bottles to enjoy later.
10. Miro Tartufi
Overall Ratings
5 based on 83 reviews
Visit the magical town of Motovun, go truffle hunting and then taste and enjoy the scents and flavors of truffles. Experience an unforgettable truffle hunting adventure accompanied by a licensed guide, organized by the Kotiga family - Miro tartufi. Call us and make a reservation for an experience you will remember forever.
Reviewed By Marija K
Outstanding. Staff is so friendly. Food is perfect, tasty, nice served, best things I have ever eaten. Truffles are excellent with very interesting taste. They have ton of their home made products. Placed in beautiful location. Wonderful exterior. I would give 10 stars if I could.
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