Izola promises a wide range of unforgettable experiences throughout the year. The beautiful villages of the Istrian countryside invite you to take a stroll, offering inviting views, numerous hiking and biking trails, and excellent cuisine. Not only does the sea offer fun in the summer, but it is also a paradise for water sports enthusiasts in the autumn and spring. Interesting boat experiences are available as well.
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Discover moreThere is an abundance of natural and cultural heritage to enjoy in the countryside of Izola. Beautiful views that reach to the Sečovlje Salt Pans, stories from prehistoric period, anecdotes you hear from friendly locals... You can experience all of the above and more when you visit the village of Korte and the Kašler Archaeological Park.
It was 2nd century BC, and the Romans started to move to Istria. Remnants of this have also been found in Izola, in San Simon. There, some Romans have built a sea-side villa with a port – the largest one in Northern Istria. Even today, you can see the remains of the villa at the archaeological park right by the San Simon beach.
With the aim of preserving and protecting the maritime heritage, the Mala barka 2 project connected the Slovenian and Croatian seaside destinations of the Northern Adriatic. Together, they have prepared various trips for visitors, through which you will discover the stories of the sea, maritime, and shipbuilding traditions. We'll discover a part of the path together in the text below. Let's go!
For those who love pampering and moments of relaxation, Izola offers several wellness and spa facilities, where you can indulge in a variety of massages and saunas. Whether it's during cooler weather or on days when your body craves deep relaxation, you can choose your oasis of well-being. Wellness oases Especially during the colder months, saunas provide an excellent opportunity to restore your physical and spiritual well-being. Increased sweating helps expel toxins from your body, while the soothing heat elevates your heart rate. Saunas offer numerous benefits, and we warmly invite you to d...
During the winter months, Izola is illuminated with festive lights that infuse the town with holiday spirit. Izola becomes an Ice Island, offering something for everyone. Enjoy ice skating, attend one of the many concerts or gather with friends over a mug of mulled wine.
Mojca and Klemen were exploring Izola at the start of the summer. We – the locals – secretly observed them. We were happy when we ran into them in the alleys, on the beaches and even in the countryside. However, they didn’t know how to handle some situations, so we figured they needed our help. After all, we know best how to enjoy Izola to the fullest and take care of our town to keep it beautiful and authentic for future generations. We had a lot of fun helping them, that’s why we decided to share some stories with you. The stories reveal some green tips for a carefree and relaxing su...
Stories and secrets of the locals
Discover the Green Countryside of Izola
With the Locals When we can see the city of Izola embraced in nature, surrounded by the scent of local olive oil, grapes, and wine, and when friendly locals give us a warm welcome ... that's when we know: we're in the countryside of Izola. What to do in this green Istrian oasis? You can find some ideas below. You can explore the places on your own or choose a unique adventure: “Experience the countryside of Izola with a local”. It is said that everything is better in good company and we agree, how about you?
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Immerse yourself in the seaside delights of Izola
Get to know the locals Let us take you on a journey around Izola – a charming seaside town in Slovenian Istria, where you will discover many fascinating attractions and sea delights, but, above all, you will meet the friendly locals. Get ready to explore hidden corners, learn about the rich cultural heritage, and enjoy authentic Istrian culture and delicious food. The locals will share some tips and insights for an unforgettable experience in this picturesque fishermen’s town. Are you up for the adventure? Let the authentic atmosphere in Izola inspire a newfound love for this part of Slove...
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Experience the countryside of Izola with a local
Are you ready to discover the secrets of Izola’s countryside, mingle with the friendly locals, find out about the customs and traditions and stroll through different historical periods? As you can see in the video below, Tomaž has enjoyed this experience, but now we are inviting you to join the locals and have your own unforgettable adventure.
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Feel the heartbeat of Izola
On the coastline and at sea with Sanela Fancy an eventful adventure around the centre of Izola to discover some interesting facts about its romantic narrow streets while also getting to know the locals, who will add a familiar touch to your visit? Come on, let's go! This time, we set off with Sanela, Izola’s local, and Urša from Nova Gorica, the winner of the competition “A day with local people”.
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Secrets
Everyone carries at least one secret inside of them, which is connected to the place where they live. The secrets are different – some more, some less hidden. Some of them we share with others at certain moments, while others remain just ours forever.
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Stories of the locals
The majority of the year the locals share our little town with visitors. We consider them friends, and we gladly show them around, let them in on our secrets, and make sure they keep coming back to visit us each year.
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