Pula: Istrian Olive Oil Museum and Guided Tasting

Highlights

• Explore the rich history of Istrian olive oil just 50 metres from Pula Arena
• Learn to recognise quality extra virgin olive oil through aroma and taste
• Discover olive oil's role in the Mediterranean diet and its health benefits
• Learn how to read olive oil labels and store olive oil properly
• Upgrade to premium tastings with award-winning oils, local food, wine & dessert

Description

Discover the Story, flavours and traditions of Istrian olive oil at the House of Istrian Olive Oil Museum in the heart of Pula.

Explore the story of olive growing in Istria, from Roman times to the present day. Learn how olive oil was traditionally produced and traded, and how production methods have evolved over the centuries. Discover the role of olive oil in the Mediterranean diet and learn about its health benefits.

After exploring the museum, choose the experience that suits your interests. From discovering the region’s olive oil heritage to learning how to recognise high-quality extra virgin olive oil or enjoying a complete gastronomic experience, there are four options to choose from.

Museum Experience

Museum Experience – Museum Entry

Discover the heritage of Istrian olive oil at the House of Istrian Olive Oil. Learn how olive oil was produced in the past, how production methods have evolved, and why olive oil remains an important part of Istrian culture. An audio guide is available in 12 languages.

Green Experience

Green Experience – Museum & Olive Oil Tasting

Combine your museum visit with an educational guided tasting of 3 different extra virgin olive oils.

Learn how to recognise olive oil quality through aroma and taste, understand what to look for on olive oil labels, and discover how to use and store olive oil properly. Compare the oils and explore their different characteristics and flavours.

Gold Experience

Gold Experience – Premium Olive Oil Tasting

Take your olive oil experience a step further with a guided tasting of 8 extra virgin olive oils, including internationally awarded Istrian oils.

Compare different varieties and blends, explore their aromas and flavours, and discover what makes high-quality Istrian olive oil stand out.

Complete the experience with a surprise dessert pairing and discover how olive oil can complement sweet flavours.

Platinum Experience

Platinum Experience – Premium Olive Oil Tasting with Istrian Food & Wine

Enjoy the most complete House of Istrian Olive Oil experience with a personally guided museum visit and a tasting of premium Istrian extra virgin olive oils.

Discover the flavours of Istria through a selection of local specialities paired with olive oil and wine. The experience concludes with a surprise dessert pairing, bringing together local ingredients and the distinctive flavours of Istrian olive oil.

This experience combines local history, olive oil education and regional gastronomy in one memorable visit.

Please note: Advance reservation is required for the Platinum Experience.

Includes

• Museum admission
• Audio guide in 12 languages
• Guided olive oil tasting, depending on the selected experience
• Dessert pairing in the Gold and Platinum Experiences
• Local Istrian specialities and wine in the Platinum Experience
• Museum shop, featuring a wide selection of Istrian extra virgin olive oils, brandies, truffles, lavender-based cosmetics and souvenirs

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund