Title: Visit Istria County: 2026 Travel Guide for Istria County, Croatia | Expedia.com

[Istria County Hotels](https://expedia.com/Destinations-In-Istria-County.d6047237.Hotel-Destinations)[Vacation Rentals in Istria County](https://expedia.com/Destinations-In-Istria-County.d6047237.Vacation-Rental-Destinations)[Istria County Flights](https://expedia.com/Destinations-In-Istria-County.d6047237.Flight-Destinations)[Things to do in Istria County](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Istria-County.d6047237.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Istria County](https://expedia.com/Destinations-In-Istria-County.d6047237.Car-Rental-Destinations)[Istria County Vacations](https://expedia.com/Istria-County.d6047237.Destination-Travel-Guides)

# Istria County

## Croatia

![Istria showing boating, a bay or harbor and night scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6047237/d78a07bb-ad59-43dc-95f0-d6687432dc8a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Istria showing boating, a bay or harbor and night scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6047237/d78a07bb-ad59-43dc-95f0-d6687432dc8a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Red Island which includes general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6100784/74424da8-20f9-4ba9-bf41-11088f7bb5ae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Pula showing a ruin and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2908/b76a6e15-c5b3-4e0c-98dd-029403911a4d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![St. Euphemia\'s Church](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6100774/48f613d2-ee74-409a-8c21-d84d54106be1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

#### Rustic hills roll down to the Adriatic coast of Croatia’s triangular peninsula, a resort-laden region full of Mediterranean charm seen in historic villas and cobbled piazzas.

Explore the notched coastline of Istria to reach sun-drenched Adriatic beaches, Italian-style villas and quiet coves. Medieval hilltop villages dot the region’s interior, overlooking sprawling rural plains and forests. With its striking Italian influence and historical appeal, Istria is one of Croatia’s most popular vacation destinations. Wake up to a view of cerulean-shored beaches and spend the day visiting Istria’s Roman ruins, disarmingly beautiful stone-built villages and rated restaurants.

The port city of [Pula](https://www.expedia.com/Pula.d2908.Destination-Travel-Guides) is Istria’s largest city and provides a great base for exploring some of the peninsula’s most popular sights. See the spectacular ruins of the [Pula Arena](https://www.expedia.com/Pula-Arena-Pula.d6100748.Vacation-Attraction) (Roman Amphitheater), explore the Archaeological Museum and travel through a World War II-era system of underground tunnels in Zerostrasse. Take a daytrip to the Brijuni Islands offshore to experience a Croatian-style island retreat.

Check out Istria’s western coast to visit the resort town of [Rovinj](https://www.expedia.com/Rovinj.d6049479.Destination-Travel-Guides), which has plenty of old-world grandeur radiating from its tightly packed seafront houses and tall-spired [St. Euphemia’s Church](https://www.expedia.com/St-Euphemias-Church-Old-Town.d6100774.Vacation-Attraction). Join the action at the popular vacation destination of Poreč or enjoy the slower pace of Novigrad, with its tangle of alleys and traditional shuttered houses. Stretch out on a sun lounge outside your beachfront resort or clamber over rocky outcrops to reach your own secluded cove. The nature reserve toward Istria’s southern tip, Cape Kamenjak, hides secluded beaches enclosed by jagged sea cliffs and cave-riddled headlands.

Istria’s undulating interior presents a drastic change of scene. Visit centuries-old hilltop villages and medieval relics in the rolling countryside, such as Motovun, Grožnjan, Hum and Oprtalj. These are also among the best places to experience Istria’s renowned culinary scene, with farmstead restaurants and rural hotels offering local produce such as white truffles, fine olive oil and prize-winning wines.

Reach Istria by flying into its major airport in Pula or cruising from the peninsula’s maritime neighbor, Italy. Stay in well-appointed hotel complexes and sprawling campsites along the coast or book a room in a rustic village. Enjoy the bustle of Istria’s extensive coastline and resort-style extravagance or indulge in the slow pace of the peninsula’s old-world splendor.

### Popular cities in Istria County

[Rovinj

Known for Historical, Ports and Biking

](https://expedia.com/Rovinj.dx6049479)

Enjoy a coastal getaway at this old-world port town, an enticing mix of Italian and Croatian culture.

## Reasons to visit

- Rovinj Harbour
- Katarina Island
- Red Island

[Explore City](https://expedia.com/Rovinj.dx6049479)[Find Hotels](https://expedia.com/Rovinj-Hotels.d6049479.Travel-Guide-Hotels)

[Pula

Known for Historical, Marinas and Rocky beaches

](https://expedia.com/Pula.dx2908)

Discover a wealth of historic sites in this lively port town, which is best known for its famous Roman amphitheater.

## Reasons to visit

- Pula Arena
- Temple of Augustus

[Explore City](https://expedia.com/Pula.dx2908)[Find Hotels](https://expedia.com/Pula-Hotels.d2908.Travel-Guide-Hotels)

[Porec

Known for Ferries and boats, Luxury and Marinas

](https://expedia.com/Porec.dx6035181)

Get away to quaint Porec! Enjoy the UNESCO site, adventure, and theme park. 

## Reasons to visit

- Episcopal Complex of the Euphrasian Basilica

[Explore City](https://expedia.com/Porec.dx6035181)[Find Hotels](https://expedia.com/Porec-Hotels.d6035181.Travel-Guide-Hotels)

[Medulin

Known for Swimming, Relaxing and Spas

](https://expedia.com/Medulin.dx6035315)

Come to trendy Medulin and enjoy its spas, beer, and boating. 

## Reasons to visit

- Rt Kamenjak

[Explore City](https://expedia.com/Medulin.dx6035315)[Find Hotels](https://expedia.com/Medulin-Hotels.d6035315.Travel-Guide-Hotels)

[Umag

Known for Sea, Spas and Luxury

](https://expedia.com/Umag.dx6034205)

Experience upscale Umag: its spas, marina, forests, and more! 

[Explore City](https://expedia.com/Umag.dx6034205)[Find Hotels](https://expedia.com/Umag-Hotels.d6034205.Travel-Guide-Hotels)

[Vodnjan

Known for Swimming, Scuba diving and Diving

](https://expedia.com/Vodnjan.dx6046270)

Experience the diving, parks, and monuments in Vodnjan! 

[Explore City](https://expedia.com/Vodnjan.dx6046270)[Find Hotels](https://expedia.com/Vodnjan-Hotels.d6046270.Travel-Guide-Hotels)

## Cities in Istria County

![Rovinj showing a city and a marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049479/d973b60c-a98c-4a47-9f5f-bb110dcb1527.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Rovinj

Enjoy a coastal getaway at this old-world port town, an enticing mix of Italian and Croatian culture.

![Pula](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2908/bb701468-1da6-49f4-b17d-d0a755599181.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Pula

Discover a wealth of historic sites in this lively port town, which is best known for its famous Roman amphitheater.

![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh)

## 

The Annual Vacation Sale

Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save.

[Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=DX_SPRING_PROMO_6047237)

## Explore a world of travel with Expedia

- Lodging
- Flights
- Packages
- Cars
- Vacation Rentals
- Other

- [Zminj Hotels ](https://www.expedia.com/Zminj-Hotels.d6338006.Travel-Guide-Hotels)
- [5 Star Hotels in Zminj ](https://www.expedia.com/5Star-Zminj-Hotels.s50-0-d6338006.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)
- [Orbanici Hotels ](https://www.expedia.com/Orbanici-Hotels.d6338070.Travel-Guide-Hotels)
- [Foli Hotels ](https://www.expedia.com/Foli-Hotels.d6338128.Travel-Guide-Hotels)
- [Vacation Homes in Prkacini ](https://www.expedia.com/Prkacini-Private-Vacation-Homes.d3000378018-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation)
- [Prkacini Hotels ](https://www.expedia.com/Prkacini-Hotels.d3000378018.Travel-Guide-Hotels)
- [Marici Hotels ](https://www.expedia.com/Marici-Hotels.d6338126.Travel-Guide-Hotels)
- [Svetvincenat Hotels ](https://www.expedia.com/Svetvincenat-Hotels.d6337473.Travel-Guide-Hotels)
- [Villas in Svetvincenat ](https://www.expedia.com/Svetvincenat-Villas.d6337473-aaVillas.Travel-Guide-Accommodation)
- [Hotels near Cistern ](https://www.expedia.com/Cistern-Hotels.0-l553248621558085412-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)
- [Kanfanar Hotels ](https://www.expedia.com/Kanfanar-Hotels.d6125912.Travel-Guide-Hotels)
- [Hotels with a Gym in Kanfanar ](https://www.expedia.com/Kanfanar-Hotels-Hotels-With-Fitness-Center.0-0-d6125912-tHotelswithFitnessCenter.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)
- [Beach Hotels in Kanfanar ](https://www.expedia.com/Kanfanar-Hotels-Beach-Hotel.0-0-d6125912-tBeachHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)
- [5 Star Hotels in Kanfanar ](https://www.expedia.com/5Star-Kanfanar-Hotels.s50-0-d6125912.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)
- [Villas in Smoljanci ](https://www.expedia.com/Smoljanci-Villas.d6338127-aaVillas.Travel-Guide-Accommodation)
- [Smoljanci Hotels ](https://www.expedia.com/Smoljanci-Hotels.d6338127.Travel-Guide-Hotels)
- [Burici Hotels ](https://www.expedia.com/Burici-Hotels.d6338125.Travel-Guide-Hotels)
- [Rojnici Hotels ](https://www.expedia.com/Rojnici-Hotels.d6338140.Travel-Guide-Hotels)
- [Villas in Bokordici ](https://www.expedia.com/Bokordici-Villas.d6338131-aaVillas.Travel-Guide-Accommodation)
- [Bokordici Hotels ](https://www.expedia.com/Bokordici-Hotels.d6338131.Travel-Guide-Hotels)
- [Sveti Petar u Sumi Hotels ](https://www.expedia.com/Sveti-Petar-U-Sumi-Hotels.d3000042746.Travel-Guide-Hotels)
- [Cottages in Sveti Petar u Sumi ](https://www.expedia.com/Sveti-Petar-U-Sumi-Cottages.d3000042746-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation)
- [Villas in Sveti Petar u Sumi ](https://www.expedia.com/Sveti-Petar-U-Sumi-Villas.d3000042746-aaVillas.Travel-Guide-Accommodation)
- [Bibici Hotels ](https://www.expedia.com/Bibici-Hotels.d6338130.Travel-Guide-Hotels)
- [Villas in Petehi ](https://www.expedia.com/Petehi-Villas.d3000042943-aaVillas.Travel-Guide-Accommodation)
- [Orihi Hotels ](https://www.expedia.com/Orihi-Hotels.d6338142.Travel-Guide-Hotels)
- [Krmed Hotels ](https://www.expedia.com/Krmed-Hotels.d3000043091.Travel-Guide-Hotels)
- [Kringa Hotels ](https://www.expedia.com/Kringa-Hotels.d6338110.Travel-Guide-Hotels)
- [5 Star Hotels in Juricev Kal ](https://www.expedia.com/5Star-Juricev-Kal-Hotels.s50-0-d6338137.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)
- [Historic Hotels in Stokovci ](https://www.expedia.com/Stokovci-Hotels-Historic-Hotel.0-0-d6338133-tHistoricHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)
- [Cottages in Prhati ](https://www.expedia.com/Prhati-Cottages.d6338139-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation)
- [Prhati Hotels ](https://www.expedia.com/Prhati-Hotels.d6338139.Travel-Guide-Hotels)
- [Resorts in Koromani ](https://www.expedia.com/Koromani-Resorts.d6338138-aaResorts.Travel-Guide-Accommodation)
- [Rezanci Hotels ](https://www.expedia.com/Rezanci-Hotels.d6338132.Travel-Guide-Hotels)
- [Munci Hotels ](https://www.expedia.com/Munci-Hotels.d3000377901.Travel-Guide-Hotels)
- [Mrgani Hotels ](https://www.expedia.com/Mrgani-Hotels.d6338121.Travel-Guide-Hotels)

- [Flights to Zminj ](https://www.expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Zminj.d6338006.Travel-Guide-Flights)
- [Flights to Foli ](https://www.expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Foli.d6338128.Travel-Guide-Flights)
- [Flights to Kanfanar ](https://www.expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Kanfanar.d6125912.Travel-Guide-Flights)

- [Visit Zminj ](https://www.expedia.com/Zminj.dx6338006)
- [Visit Orbanici ](https://www.expedia.com/Orbanici.dx6338070)
- [Visit Modrusani ](https://www.expedia.com/Modrusani.dx6338071)
- [Kazun ](https://www.expedia.com/Kazun-Svetvincenat.d553248621532513628.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Visit Foli ](https://www.expedia.com/Foli.dx6338128)
- [Visit Pamici ](https://www.expedia.com/Pamici.dx6338069)
- [Festinsko kraljevstvo Cave ](https://www.expedia.com/Festinsko-Kraljevstvo-Cave-Zminj.d553248621558085414.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Visit Prkacini ](https://www.expedia.com/Prkacini.dx3000378018)
- [Visit Marici ](https://www.expedia.com/Marici.dx6338126)
- [Visit Svetvincenat ](https://www.expedia.com/Svetvincenat.dx6337473)
- [Grimani Castle ](https://www.expedia.com/Grimani-Castle-Svetvincenat.d553248621533098295.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Cistern ](https://www.expedia.com/Cistern-Svetvincenat.d553248621558085412.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Visit Kanfanar ](https://www.expedia.com/Kanfanar.dx6125912)
- [Visit Zabrežani ](https://www.expedia.com/Zabrezani.dx553248635404322746)
- [Visit Burici ](https://www.expedia.com/Burici.dx6338125)
- [Visit Rojnici ](https://www.expedia.com/Rojnici.dx6338140)
- [Visit Bokordici ](https://www.expedia.com/Bokordici.dx6338131)
- [Dvigrad ](https://www.expedia.com/Dvigrad-Kanfanar.d6100796.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Visit Sveti Petar u Sumi ](https://www.expedia.com/Sveti-Petar-U-Sumi.dx3000042746)
- [Sveti Petar u Sumi Vacations ](https://www.expedia.com/Sveti-Petar-U-Sumi.d3000042746.Destination-Travel-Guides)
- [Visit Bibici ](https://www.expedia.com/Bibici.dx6338130)
- [Bibici Vacations ](https://www.expedia.com/Bibici.d6338130.Destination-Travel-Guides)
- [Visit Petehi ](https://www.expedia.com/Petehi.dx3000042943)
- [Visit Kranjcici ](https://www.expedia.com/Kranjcici.dx3000377924)
- [Visit Orihi ](https://www.expedia.com/Orihi.dx6338142)
- [Visit Krmed ](https://www.expedia.com/Krmed.dx3000043091)
- [Visit Kringa ](https://www.expedia.com/Kringa.dx6338110)
- [Kringa Vacations ](https://www.expedia.com/Kringa.d6338110.Destination-Travel-Guides)
- [Juricev Kal Vacations ](https://www.expedia.com/Juricev-Kal.d6338137.Destination-Travel-Guides)
- [Visit Radetići ](https://www.expedia.com/Radetici.dx3000042877)
- [Visit Stokovci ](https://www.expedia.com/Stokovci.dx6338133)
- [Visit Danijeli ](https://www.expedia.com/Danijeli.dx553248635975870676)
- [Visit Prhati ](https://www.expedia.com/Prhati.dx6338139)
- [Visit Koromani ](https://www.expedia.com/Koromani.dx6338138)
- [Visit Grandici ](https://www.expedia.com/Grandici.dx6338143)
- [Visit Rezanci ](https://www.expedia.com/Rezanci.dx6338132)
- [Visit Munci ](https://www.expedia.com/Munci.dx3000377901)
- [Visit Mrgani ](https://www.expedia.com/Mrgani.dx6338121)
- [Munci Vacations ](https://www.expedia.com/Munci.d3000377901.Destination-Travel-Guides)

- [Car rentals near Zminj ](https://www.expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Zminj.d6338006.Car-Rental-Guide)
- [Car rentals near Gradišće ](https://www.expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Gradisce.d553248635975851076.Car-Rental-Guide)
- [Car rentals near Gržini ](https://www.expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Grzini.d553248635975862164.Car-Rental-Guide)
- [Car rentals near Jurići ](https://www.expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Jurici.d553248635975848971.Car-Rental-Guide)
- [Car rentals near Domijanići ](https://www.expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Domijanici.d553248635975875579.Car-Rental-Guide)
- [Car rentals near Cere ](https://www.expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Cere.d553248635975852043.Car-Rental-Guide)
- [Car rentals near Svetvincenat ](https://www.expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Svetvincenat.d6337473.Car-Rental-Guide)
- [Car rentals near Kanfanar ](https://www.expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Kanfanar.d6125912.Car-Rental-Guide)
- [Car rentals near Katun Lindarski ](https://www.expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Katun-Lindarski.d3000043135.Car-Rental-Guide)
- [Car rentals near Burici ](https://www.expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Burici.d6338125.Car-Rental-Guide)
- [Car rentals near Dubravci ](https://www.expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Dubravci.d553248635975859537.Car-Rental-Guide)
- [Car rentals near Sveti Petar u Sumi ](https://www.expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Sveti-Petar-U-Sumi.d3000042746.Car-Rental-Guide)
- [Car rentals near Bibici ](https://www.expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Bibici.d6338130.Car-Rental-Guide)
- [Car rentals near Petehi ](https://www.expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Petehi.d3000042943.Car-Rental-Guide)
- [Car rentals near Danijeli ](https://www.expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Danijeli.d553248635975870676.Car-Rental-Guide)
- [Car rentals near Koromani ](https://www.expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Koromani.d6338138.Car-Rental-Guide)
- [Car rentals near Munci ](https://www.expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Munci.d3000377901.Car-Rental-Guide)

- [Svetvincenat Vacation Rentals ](https://www.expedia.com/Svetvincenat-Vacation-Rentals.d6337473.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)
- [Kanfanar Vacation Rentals ](https://www.expedia.com/Kanfanar-Vacation-Rentals.d6125912.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)
- [Sveti Petar u Sumi Vacation Rentals ](https://www.expedia.com/Sveti-Petar-U-Sumi-Vacation-Rentals.d3000042746.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)
- [Bibici Vacation Rentals ](https://www.expedia.com/Bibici-Vacation-Rentals.d6338130.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)

- [Things to do in Zminj ](https://www.expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Zminj.d6338006.Travel-Guide-Activities)

![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg)

## Go further with the Expedia app

Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go.

Scan the QR code with your device camera and download our app