7-Day Croatia road trip from Pula to Senj and Rijeka

Your road trip adventure in Croatia begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Pula. You’ll stay in Pula for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Pula has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Verudela Canyon. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,620 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Pula, Veritas Food&Wine. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,550 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Pula is Taj Tavern. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,079 customers.

Locals recommend Pizzeria Jupiter as one of the best restaurants in the city of Pula. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,601 customers.

Pula also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Pula is Rock Bar Mimoza. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 613 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Pula is The Shipyard Pub. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,622 customers.

Locals also enjoy Zeppelin - Beach & lounge bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,777 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 7-day vacation in Croatia!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 2 of your epic road trip in Croatia, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Pula. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Senj. You’ll stay in Senj for 2 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Pula’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Pula, start your day with a visit to the amazing Pula Arena. This much-appreciated roman amphitheatre and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 58,562 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Forum Square. This top-tier point of interest and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 5,726 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Temple of Augustus to make the most of your road trip across Croatia. The spectacular Temple of Augustus is an archaeological site that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,904 visitors.

The lovely Aquarium Pula is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 9,716 visitors have left this aquarium average ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Pula has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Senj. Senj offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Restaurant Uskok. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 1,133 reviews.

The remarkable Tavern Kod Veska is another top restaurant in Senj we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 822 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Restaurant-pizzeria Tropicana is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,087 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Senj, the fantastic Pirassa Caffe Gelateria. This bar has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 120 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Cafe Bar Julijus. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 109 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Croatia!

On day 3 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Senj, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Senj.

Today you'll explore the city of Senj. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Nehaj Fortress. This incredible attraction is a fortress and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,527 visitors.

Park Nehaj is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Senj. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 61 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Senj is Plaža Prva Draga. This amazing attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,077 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in Croatia to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Senj.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Senj, like Pizzeria King. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 841 customers.

Konoba "Lavlji Dvor" is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Senj. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 758 customers.

Locals enjoy Bar Ristorante Gusti, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Senj. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 562 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Senj, Restoran "Krešimir". This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 146 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Erna. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 70 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Croatia!

Day 4 of your road trip through Croatia gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Vela Učka and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Rijeka. You will stay in Rijeka for 2 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Vela Učka is the amazing Nature Park Učka. This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 4,438 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Vela Učka by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Croatia. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Rijeka, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Konoba Tarsa, one of the best restaurants in the city of Rijeka. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,076 customers.

Locals also recommend Barbacoa as one of the best restaurants in the city of Rijeka. Barbacoa is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,487 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Rijeka is Konoba Fiume. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 933 customers.

After dinner, visit Book caffe Dnevni boravak, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Rijeka. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,024 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Beertija Klub. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,087 customers.

Alternatively, Teatro Lounge Bar is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Rijeka. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 738 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Croatia!

On day 5 of your road trip, you'll get the chance to experience two destinations, Bela Vodica and Lokve. At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Rijeka, where you'll stay for 1 night more.

One of the best travel destinations is Risnjak National Park. This amazing attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,815 visitors.

This day is also your chance to visit Forest Park Golubinjak in the village of Lokve. Forest Park Golubinjak is a park and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,508 visitors.

You can also make your new day in Croatia more epic with one of the most popular tours you can take part in today. The tour allows travelers to experience the enjoyment of exploring some of Croatia’s most popular attractions and hidden treasures. Make sure to check out all options below to find the perfect adventure for you.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation near the city of Rijeka.

When you arrive, we recommend eating at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like Boonker. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,735 customers.

Bistro Mornar is one of the top restaurants in the city of Rijeka. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,156 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Rijeka is Konoba Ribica. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,872 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Rijeka, River. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,197 customers.

If you’d prefer one of the top bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Rijeka, we recommend the cocktails at Pet Jedan Tapas Bar. This bar has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 898 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Rijeka is Pub "Bačva". This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 781 customers.

Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day in the city of Rijeka!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 6 of your epic road trip in Croatia, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Gedići. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Pula. You’ll stay in Pula for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Gedići’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Gedići, start your day with a visit to the amazing Baredine Cave. This much-appreciated show cave and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,659 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Gedići has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Pula. Pula offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Konoba Boccaporta. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 2,823 reviews.

The remarkable Pizzeria Samantha is another top restaurant in Pula we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,103 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous El Pulari is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,101 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Pula, the fantastic Hook & Cook Pula. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,587 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Old City Bar Pula. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,368 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Cabahia. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 664 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Croatia!

Day 7 of your road trip in Croatia is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Pula before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Šijana/Siana Forest is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Pula. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,182 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Pula and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Croatia.

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Pula at Grill bar Campo before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,879 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Bistro Alighieri for your last chance at a meal in the city of Pula. The Bistro Alighieri restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,688 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Grill restaurant "Odisej". This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,787 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Pula. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Croatia!