Marcana holidays, Istria Holiday rentals - villas & holiday homes to rent in Marcana
Marcana is a pretty town on the Istrian peninsular only 14 kms from the Istrian capital Pula which is a great city to visit and explore. Marcana itself is a lovely place to stay if you wish to get away from the crowds and have a peaceful & tranquil holiday yet close enough to the coast with all its wonderful beaches, coves and watersports going on.
The village of Marcana in the south east of Istria is 3000 years old and is a rustic destination with lots of history and Croatian culture yet it is also on the The Pula Riviera as it is known and has plenty of beaches to choose from with the best located in Punta Verudela, Banjole, Fazana and Premantura. However, if you want to be surrounded by pristine natural beauty, head to Fažana and take the 20 minute ferry ride to the Brijuni Islands. This is a group of 14 small islands separated from the west coast of the Istrian peninsula by the narrow Fažana Strait. The islands have been designated a national park and it is packed with white sany beaches, woods and 200 dinosaur footprints!
| At a glance... | |
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| Restaurants | 50+ |
| Historical Roman sites | ✔ |
| Brijuni National Park | ✔ |
| Vineyards | ✔ |
| Spa & wellness | ✔ |
| Family friendly | ✔ |
| Car recommended | ✔ |
| Marina | ✔ |
| Best beach | Punta Verudela |
| International airport | Pula (6km) |
| Nearest train station | Pula in the Monte Ghiro district |
Featured holiday villas in Marcana
The capital of Istria is a thriving town and offers a wide selection of self catering holiday rental accommodation from luxurious villas on the outskirts to cosy town centre apartments. Renting a villa in Marcana or holiday home can be the ideal base for exploring the local area and is perfect for families, friends and groups.
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Things to see and do in and around Marcana
Marcana and the surrounding area is full of interesting villages, historic cities and countryside to explore.
| A few suggestions.... | |
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| Brijuni National Park on the archipelago 20 mins by boat | ✔ |
| 1st century Roman amphitheatre in Pula | ✔ |
| Temple of Augustus | ✔ |
| Wine tasting at the vineyards | ✔ |
| Pula aquarium - the largest in Croatia | ✔ |
| The Gate of Hercules | ✔ |
| Explore the Kastel - a Venetian fortress dating back to the 1600s | ✔ |
| Take a boat tour from Medulin and see the Kamenjak nature reserve | ✔ |
Our view on Marcana holidays
Marcana is perfectly positioned for exploring the local villages, towns and of course the stunning beaches of Istria. Staying in a Marcana holiday rental is the best way to experience the culture and stunnding coastal region of the Istrian peninnsular. Renting a holiday home is ideal for families, friends and groups as it provides the space, freedom and flexibility to do what you want, when you want.
