TOWN PIRAN

Sights & Activities

VINTAGE BOAT TOURS

A DAY AT SEA

Discover the stunning secret corners of the Slovenian coast on an old-fashioned (born in 1947) traditional Istrian wooden sailboat. On board, guests can enjoy a selection of delicious local cold cuts and a bottle of chilled champagne.

 

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BY VESPA IN ISTRIAC CENTRE

ROLLING ISTRA

If you would like to experience the authentic Istrian countryside and its cuisine, indulge in a wandering around Istria with oves.

You will take a ride along local paths among vines and old olive trees overlooking the salt pans. The emphasis is on driving through hidden corners of the landscape and experiencing authentic local cuisine.

 

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KAYAK

Explore the stunning coastline as you paddle through the crystal clear waters from Fiesa to Piran. Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature during morning and evening kayak trips that last 2-3 hours, with all the necessary equipment included. Feel the euphoria as you glide through the water and immerse yourself in the calmness of the sea.

 

For more information, you can contact our team at the reception: piran@eh.si

 

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Citroën Ami

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DISCOVER THE UNDERWATER WORLD

SUBAQUATIC

The Subaquatic boat is the only vessel on the Slovenian coast from which you can see the underwater world and at the same time enjoy a beautiful panoramic ride.

As you drive, you can view the seabed, the geological composition of the seabed, the flora and fauna of the coastal seabed, underwater overhangs, and seashell plantations through large special windows.

While driving on the Piran-Fiesa-Strunjan route and back, you can admire a beautiful panorama of the coast and a beautiful view of Piran from the sea.

 

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THE BEACH IN PIRAN IS LOCATED IN FRONT OF THE PIRAN HOTEL AND IS REVIVED BETWEEN MAY AND SEPTEMBER

THE BEACH

For guests of the hotel deckchairs and beach umbrellas are available for additional payment, and free access to the beach is provided.

OUR SERVICES ARE SUITABLE FOR MODERN TOURISTS WHOM WE WILL HAPPILY HELP TO EXPERIENCE UNIQUE ADVENTURES

BIKE OR SCOOTER RENTALS

For our guests we provide rental of city bikes or scooters, which can take you to the golden »La dolce vita« times easily.

Bike rental 10 eur / day

Vespa rental 45 eur/ day

WATER SPORTS ARE A MUST DO WHEN VISITING THE SEASHORE. WE WILL HAPPILY HELP YOU TO EXPERIENCE NEW ADVENTURES

WATER SPORTS

  • Boat / yacht rentals
  • Boat / yacht rentals
  • Jet ski rentals
  • Pedal boat rentals
  • SUP rentals
  • Water skis rentals
  • Diving
THE OLDEST HISTORIC CENTRE

TOWN WALLS

The oldest town center was probably built in the 7th century; it was divided into quarters, which were named after the city gates: Milje Gate, Stolna Gate, Osrednja Gate and Poljska Gate. As the town was developing, the walls started to move towards the south-east and immediately started to include new quarters that emerged outside of it. The part of the walls that surrounded the oldest part of the town in the area of the cape (the first wall) have not changed in its course, but it had to be thoroughly restored several times.

the most beautiful example of the Venetian-Gothic architecture in Piran

BENEČANKA

At the junction of the street Ulica IX. korpusa (Street of the 9th Corps) and Tartini Square stands a beautiful building, the most beautiful example of the Venetian-Gothic architecture in Piran. It was built in the middle of the 15th century and is thus the oldest preserved house on Tartini Square. Its exterior is decorated with exceedingly well-designed architectural elements and rich stone ornaments. The most distinctive is the Gothic corner balcony. Between the windows of the second floor there is an immured stone relief with a standing lion. Under the lion there is the inscription “Lassa pur dir” (Let them talk).

FROM 1384 IT IS BEING MENTIONED AS GOTHIC BUILDING

TARTINI’S HOUSE

Tartini’s House is one of the oldest houses encircling the square. Municipal documents from the year 1384 mention it as the Gothic building “Casa Pizagrua”; later, its exterior was renovated in neoclassical style. Giuseppe Tartini was born in this house. The last time the house was renovated was between the years 1985 and 1991, when interesting frescoes were uncovered during the renovation work.

ONCE A HARBOUR FOR PIRAN FISHING BOATS

TARTINI SQUARE

The place where Tartini Square is located today, was once a harbor for fishing boats of Piran. The harbor used to be outside the town walls, because the oldest, partly preserved walls propagated behind the present Town Hall. Since the year 1272 St. Peter Church stands all alone outside the walls. It was renovated in 1818. This work was entrusted to the architect Pietro Nobile, professor of the architecture department at the Academy of Fine Arts in Vienna and a court architecture counselor, and to one of the most important sculptors of Classicism in Trieste, Antonio Boso.

OLD SQUARE (PIAZZA VECCHIA)

1ST OF MAY SQUARE

The 1st of May Square, or the Old Square (Piazza Vecchia) as it was first named, is the center of the old Punta. The main streets of Piran meet here. Inhabitants and visitors come here for shopping or a glass of local red wine. The square is a favorite meeting place for children. In the summer months, many musical, dance and theater performances are held in the center of the square. The Old Square used to be the administrative center of the town up until the 13th century.

Casinòs Portorose

Grand Casinò Portorož is a renovated casino with the oldest tradition in Slovenia, which in addition to classic, live table games also offers electronic roulettes and a wide range of state-of-the-art gaming machines.
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