The Top 10 Bars In Istria, Croatia
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Istria, the heart-shaped, Italian-esque peninsula on Croatia’s western coast, is the country’s best kept secret. While its nightlife may not be as rampant as some of its neighboring cities, its incredible wine bars, world-class nightclubs and gorgeous views are must-sees. Here are the top 10 Istrian bars to check out.
![Byblos is a world-class nightclub venue with indoor and outdoor areas.](https://cdn.theculturetrip.com/images/56-3695633-1435581722a84a246b9ac64ed8addb757f489de7c0.jpg?s=10x)
Byblos
While bars and clubs here may not be as widespread as in other major Croatian cities, places like Byblos makes nightlife in Istria worth the visit. Located at the tourist resort Zelena Laguna in Poreč, Byblos hosts a wide variety of concerts and is one of the most popular nightclubs and bars around. Some well-known artists who have performed at this world-class venue in the past include Afrojack, Fatboy Slim, Martin Solveig and Paul Oakenfold.
Address & telephone number: Zelena Iaguna 1, Poreč, Croatia; +385 52 635 281
1. Bass
Bar, Coffee, Beer, Cocktails
![Enjoy specialty cocktails and late-night hours at Pietas Julias.](https://cdn-v2.theculturetrip.com/10x/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/2001888.webp)
Pietas Julias
Perfect for the night owls and sundowners, Pietas Julia is a chic and trendy bar open until 4 a.m. on weekends. Sitting right on the harbor, this lounge and disco bar has a lengthy list of both classic and specialty cocktails like the Freddy Kruger and the Zombie, and an extensive menu of pizzas, pastas and paninis when it’s time to soak up the booze.
Address & telephone number: Riva 20, Pula, Croatia; +385 91 181 1855
2. Movie Bar
Bar, Nightclub, Cocktails, Beer
![Valentino bar is classy and chic with its seaside views](https://cdn-v2.theculturetrip.com/10x/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/2001887.webp)
3. Valentino
Bar, Beer
![Piassa Granda is right off the main square in Rovinj.](https://cdn-v2.theculturetrip.com/10x/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/2001891.webp)
4. Piassa Granda
Bar, Wine Bar, Mediterranean, European, Croatian
![Enjoy drinks atop Torre Rotonda.](https://cdn-v2.theculturetrip.com/10x/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/2001890.webp)
Torre Rotonda
A café and cocktail bar with a medieval vibe, Torre Rotonda is situated on the southern part of Poreč’s peninsula right next to the public square. The tower, which was built in 1474 under the Venetian government, was once used as a fort to defend the town from the Turkish government. Today, it has been transformed into one of the most attractive bars in the area, with seating atop the tower itself, overlooking the city and sea below.
Address & telephone number: Narodni trg 3a, Poreč, Croatia; +385 98 255 731
5. Scandal Express
Bar, Beer
![Enjoy wine tasting at Bacchus Vinoteka.](https://cdn-v2.theculturetrip.com/10x/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/2001889.webp)
Opening hours: 7am – 12am Mon-Fri, 7am – 2pm & 6pm – 12 am Sat & Sun
Watch out for: pašareta, a local Istrian soda