Apartments and holiday homes in Poreč
One of Istria's liveliest bases: a small peninsula old town with a UNESCO-listed basilica, a coast of pine-shaded coves and resorts, and the fishing village of Funtana just to the south.
Search stays in PorečPoreč's old town still follows the street plan the Romans laid out, with the main Decumanus running down the peninsula past Venetian houses, shops and cafés. At its heart is the Euphrasian Basilica, a 6th-century church complex famous for its gold mosaics and listed by UNESCO in 1997. In summer the harbour front is busy from morning to late evening, and there is a wide choice of restaurants, bars and excursions.
It is a strong all-round base for families, groups and first-timers to Istria. The coast north and south of town is lined with resort areas and coves under the pines, and Rovinj, Motovun and Novigrad are all within easy reach for day trips. Funtana, a few kilometres south towards Vrsar, is a smaller fishing village with its own harbour and quieter evenings. There are also plenty of cycle paths through the countryside behind the coast.
Most of our stays here are apartments and houses in residential streets and villages around town rather than on the waterfront. That usually means more space, a garden and parking, with the sea a short walk, cycle or drive away. Staying in the old town itself is atmospheric but noisier and harder for parking. Many homes have outdoor dining areas and barbecues, which suits longer family stays.
Beaches
Brulo
In a quiet bay south of the centre, reachable on foot, by bike or on the little tourist train. The shore alternates between pebble, rock and paved stretches, with thick pine woods behind for shade. A good choice when you want to swim without driving.
Plava and Zelena Laguna
The big resort area a few kilometres south of town, with a chain of equipped coves, paved sunbathing terraces under the pines, loungers, showers and water sports. Busy in high summer but practical for families, with plenty of food and facilities close by.
Funtana
The beaches around Funtana are mainly pebble and rock with clear water and gentle slopes into the sea. Between Funtana and Vrsar, Polidor is a modern pebble beach with a lounge bar and a livelier daytime scene.
Getting there and around
Pula airport is a little under an hour away on the Istrian Y motorway, and Trieste airport in Italy is around 1.5 hours to the north. In summer, passenger catamarans also connect Poreč with Venice. The old town is pedestrianised, so you park outside and walk in; town car parks fill up by late morning in July and August, which makes a stay with its own parking a real advantage.
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Tips before you book
- Most beaches are pebble, rock or paved terraces; bring water shoes.
- Visit the Euphrasian Basilica early in the day to avoid the midday crowds.
- Dogs are allowed on part of the beach at Lanterna, north of town, and on several camp beaches around Funtana and Vrsar.
- Funtana is a calmer base than central Poreč but still close to the resort beaches.
Frequently asked questions
Does Poreč have sandy beaches?
Not really. The coast around Poreč is pebble, rock and paved sunbathing terraces, often shaded by pines, and the water is very clear. The equipped resort coves to the south have the easiest entries for children, but for a proper sandy beach you would need to drive to Medulin in the south of Istria.
Where should I stay in Poreč?
Stay in or near the old town if you want restaurants and evening walks on foot. For beaches, the areas towards Brulo and the Plava and Zelena Laguna resorts to the south are the most convenient. Funtana suits families and couples who want a quieter village with a harbour, while staying close to Poreč.
Is Poreč good for families?
Yes. The resort beaches south of town have shade, facilities and gentle entries, and there is plenty to do on days off the beach, including Dinopark in Funtana and boat trips along the coast. Many of our stays are family apartments and holiday homes with parking and outdoor space.