Novigrad Holidays

Peace and quiet

The seaside town of Novigrad's a hidden gem nestled between Porec and Umag on Croatia's Istrian Riviera, where small fishing boats still bob in the working harbour. Secluded bathing spots sit in the shade of lofty pine trees, so you can chill out away from any hustle or bustle.

Ancient walls, modern museums

With its old-timey walls and 8th-century cathedral, Novigrad's packed with history. The Lapidarium Museum's modern on the outside, but it houses stone monuments from way back. All this is sandwiched between picturesque houses painted in bright, cheerful colours.

Istrian eats

Novigrad plates up some seriously scrummy fare. Ingredients are plucked fresh from the soil and sea, and restaurants get creative with special tasting menus. There's even experimental molecular gastronomy – go for this and your dinner might just come served on a lava rock.