5-Day Croatia Road Trip from Pula traveling east to Senj and Zagreb

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 top-tier point of interest 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 5-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 1 night. 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 best-rated sightseeing destination 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.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Restoran "Krešimir". This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 146 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Croatia!

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in Croatia. Today, you'll wake up in Senj and embark on a scenic drive to Zagreb, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Senj before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Senj. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Bundek. This attraction is a lake that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 15,180 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Technical Museum. This attraction, a beloved museum, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 6,180 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Senj is the stunning Croatian National Theatre in Zagreb. This best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,945 visitors.

Next, you could make your way to the best-rated catholic cathedral in Senj. The popular Zagreb Cathedral is a great place to visit on this day of your road trip adventure. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 16,381 visitors, it’s one of the most popular places to see in the city.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight, or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular Ban Josip Jelačić Statue. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 19,613 reviews.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like mekPer's. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 5,654 customers.

Locals also recommend Pri zvoncu, another of the best restaurants in Zagreb. Pri zvoncu is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,325 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Restaurant Zelen Dvor. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,571 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Vintage Industrial Bar to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Zagreb, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,500 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Hub Cooltura Pub. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Hub Cooltura Pub has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,249 customers.

Mr. Fogg is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,233 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Croatia, and look forward to more great days to come!

Day 4 of your road trip will take you to the city of Zagreb and the city of Rijeka. You’ll stay in Pula for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Zagreb today is Park Maksimir. This excellent attraction is a park that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 19,174 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Zagreb Zoo, an outstanding zoo, in the city of Zagreb. Around 23,886 travelers rated this attraction with 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Zagreb is Botanical Garden of the Faculty of Science, University of Zagreb. This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,528 visitors.

To experience the local culture, see more of Croatia, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. You’ll find many top-rated and popular tours in the city, offering unique experiences that will inspire you. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in Croatia. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to Trsat Castle for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Rijeka. This popular attraction is a castle and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,516 visitors.

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Pula.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Pula, Konoba Boccaporta. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,823 customers.

Locals recommend Pizzeria Samantha as one of the best restaurants in the city of Pula. Pizzeria Samantha is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,103 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Pula is El Pulari. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,101 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Pula, Hook & Cook Pula. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,587 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Old City Bar Pula. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,368 customers.

Cabahia is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Pula. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 664 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Croatia with a toast!

Day 5 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!