Umag and Istria feature stunning beaches, pristine water and terrain, a plethora of tourist attractions, fun and positive things to do, excellent local wines and olive oil, and nightly live entertainment, not forgetting its best reached via ferry and its natural beauty is suitable for active or peaceful vacations. Here are reasons you should be on the next ferry to Croatia.
Tourist attractions in the city of Umag
As a tourist destination, Umag has a lot to offer its guests. Listed below are the most popular attractions in Umag. To help you plan your trip to Umag, these are some of the most famous sights to see:
- Umag’s 10th-century walled city centre.
- Saint Peregrine, Umag’s patron saint, is honoured in the Church of St. Peregrine and the Assumption of the Virgin Mary in Umag. The 33-meter-tall bell tower was built in 1651.
- According to legends, the St. Roch Church was built during the 16th century.
- Archaeological items, including antique pottery and other works of art, are on display in the Umag Town Museum.
- Since it was built in 1818, Savudrija’s lighthouse has been the Adriatic coast’s oldest lighthouse. In an urban legend, Count Metternich built the house to honour the woman he loved more than any other.
- Fortress ruins from the 5th century can be seen at the archaeological site of Sipar, in addition to the remnants of buildings, villas, and mosaics. Pirates destroyed the entire town in the year 876.
The area around Umag has a wealth of natural and historical attractions that you may explore.
Beaches in Umag
This sand beach is the central public beach in Punta, and young people like to hang out there. The water at this beach is most beautiful in the morning when it is still clear and clean. You can find a café, a volleyball court, a slide, and swings along this stretch of sand. Nearby, you can find many shops that sell everything from bikinis to beach toys.
Laguna Stella Maris Beach– Laguna The best tennis tournament in Croatia is held at the ATP Stadium, right next to the Blue Flag pebble beach Stella Maris Beach. The train trip to the beach in Umag will be fun for the kids. There is also something called Park & Ride. Loungers, parasols, showers, bathrooms, and people selling ice cream and drinks on the beach. Water sports are fun for both older children and adults.
The Stella Maris Resort’s Osmica Beach– is found Below Sol Stella condominiums. Pine trees provide shade for young children. Under the beach tiles, youngsters can play in a protected sand area. Changing rooms, showers, sun loungers, and parasols make the beach family-friendly. One adjacent tavern and restaurant features a pirate ship-themed kiddie pool.
Katoro Beach– got a Blue Flag because it is big and has a lot to do. On the shore, there are parts of sand, rocks, and stones. There are also taverns and restaurants. There are also places to shower and change. There is a playground, a volleyball court, and a water sports centre above the beach. A lot of college students like to go to beach volleyball tournaments. The beach is close to two beautiful outdoor pools and a vast grassy area. You can get to the beach on a Park & Ride bike or a tourist train.
