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Tar beach is located on the Adriatic Sea (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 42th place out of 215 beaches in the Istria region 27.8 km away from its center, the city of Pazin. It is one of the beaches of Santa Marina settlement, just 1.6 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a spacious bay with crystal turquoise water and light fine pebble, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, seniors etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
Tar beach is fully occupied by beach clubs with restricted entrance. The beach facilities are only available to visitors of resort area. Their list includes, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis. This area has also a water park in the sea with various inflatable toys which constitute excellent activities for parents and children. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, snorkeling, sup-surfing, sea kayaking.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
19 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Punto Mare beach, which has a rating of 7.7.
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Beach overall scores
Tar beach is located in Istria within Santa Marina, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.
The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.
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20.7km from center
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Santa Marina
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20.6km from center
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Nearest Beaches
Average rating of nearest beaches is 6.7 (Good)
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Novigrad 0.6 km
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Novigrad 1 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Light fine pebble, Turquoise pure water
Mali Maj 0.5 km
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Mali Maj 0.8 km
Partly hotel beach, Easy access, Concrete cover, Turquoise pure water
Mali Maj 0.7 km
Paid entrance only, Beach resort, Picturesque, Easy access
Mareda 0.5 km
What to do in Tar beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
If you like outdoor activities, the Tar beach can offer such an experience. In particular - SUP surfing. The beach stands out for an excellent base for this kind of sport. And the bonus is the gorgeous scenery from the water. Just try, we recommend it!
When it comes to what to do in Tar beach, it's impossible not to mention an insanely popular activity: snorkeling. The coastal waters of the region are full of interesting views, which can be observed through a snorkeling mask. Well, if you do not have the necessary equipment for snorkeling - everything can be purchased at the nearby shops.
There is no particular indicator for the extremity of any particular activity, but if there were, then sea kayaking is definitely at the bottom of the scale. If you are a fan of this kind of entertainment, you can do your favorite activity at Tar beach. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.
In most cases, the question What to do on Tar beach implies the presence of any excursions or attractions near the beach. Of course in this area there are lots of places to go besides the beach. There are historical, entertainment and even gastronomic tours offered by local guides. More information is better to clarify directly on the spot.
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- The Beat Beach Club• 1 min walk
- Valfresco TAKEAWAY• 2 min walk
- Oliva Grill Lanterna...• 2 min walk
- Belvedere Caffe & Sm...• 2 min walk
Attractions
- Belvedere• 3.2km
- Patricijska palača R...• 3.2km
- MOTODROM POREC• 3.2km
- Muzej Lapidarium• 3.2km
Transport
- POW• 19.6km
- Novigrad Bus Station• 2.9km
- Heki stajalište• 25km
Localities
- Santa Marina• 1.6km
- Pazin• 27.8km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Tar beach?
The Tar beach is covered with light small pebbles. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is convenient from small pebbles.
What are the key activities at Tar beach?
For sunbathing and relaxing, Tar beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Tar beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Snorkeling
- Sup surfing (Sup touring)
Is the Tar beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.
Tar beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
There are a lot of boats in the bay.
Is the Tar beach good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. The beach is completely occupied by a resort area with a paid entrance, which has all the infrastructure. It's covered with small pebbles and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
Is the Tar beach secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.
What are the key audiences of Tar beach?
Tar beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Senior people
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Tar beach?
The bar is located right on the Tar beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.The Beat Beach Club is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Tar beach?
There are 2730 places to stay in the Tar beach area.
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How far is the Tar beach from parking?
The Tar beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
Are there any attractions nearby Tar beach?
There are 4 attractions near Tar beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Belvedere located in 3.2 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Tar beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Tar beach is August. Its average value reaches 30°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 26°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 9°C and water 12°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Tar beach (Istria County) is suitable for all lovers of sunbathing on the beach, because here there are basic facilities - sun loungers with umbrellas. And this fits perfectly into the concept of a comfortable holiday. There is only one possible problem, if for some reason you do not get a sunbed, then you will not have more opportunity to hide in the shade during the sunniest day time, since there is no natural shade on the beach. But can this be a stop for sunbathers? If you want to get to know more about the beach, we advise you to study the photos above.
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