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The World’s 100 Best Archaeological Sites & Ruins

Pula Arena

Pula, Croatia

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST RUINS & SITES WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 99 2026
Pula Arena

A Roman amphitheatre in the centre of Pula, Croatia, close to the sea, with outer walls of local limestone. Visitors walk around the outside for free, then go inside to the arena, the seating and an underground museum.

Highlights

  • Three-storey limestone outer walls
  • Underground amphora museum
  • Arena floor and seating

Good to know

  • Admission €10 adults, €5 children and students
  • Advance tickets help at busier times
  • Outside walk takes about 10 minutes

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