Self-Guided Walking Tour of Piran with Audio Guide

Explore Pirano at your own pace with a self-guided walking tour on your phone. You get a clear map of all 8 stops, simple directions through Google Maps, and short audio stories you can play when you reach each location. The route covers the historic old town of Piran, from the Venetian House to the Punta Lighthouse and the Church of St. Clement, passing sites like Tartini Square, St. George's Church, and the ancient town walls. Start anytime, pause whenever you like, and explore freely. No groups, no schedules. Audio and text available in 7 languages.

1. 1

   Stop 1

   10 min

   Start your walk at the Piran town walls. Just open Ciceru nearby to begin exploring these layered fortifications from the outside, where towers, gates and medieval stonework reveal how the town defended itself without needing to enter any structure.

2. 2

   Minorite Monastery Of St Francis And The Cloister

   Pass by

   View the Minorite Monastery from the exterior. Its Renaissance lines, cloistered courtyard layout and quiet presence can all be appreciated from the outside while the sounds of rehearsals often drift into the street.

3. 3

   Church of St. George (Cerkev sv. Jurija) in Piran

   Pass by

   Admire St. George’s Church from the hilltop terrace. The façade, freestanding bell tower and baptistery are fully visible outdoors, along with sweeping views of Slovenia, Croatia and Italy.

4. 4

   Stop 4

   Pass by

   Stand before the Venetian House and take in its pink façade, Gothic windows and the famous stone carving of “Lassa pur dir.” All the building’s personality sits on the exterior, making this a perfect outdoor stop.

5. 5

   Tartini Square (Tartinijev trg)

   10 min

   Walk across Tartini Square and explore its oval form from the open air. The bronze Tartini statue, pastel buildings and reflective stone paving are fully experienced outdoors where the old harbor once stood.

6. 6

   Gabrielli Palace

   Pass by

   Pause outside Gabrielli Palace and view its Classicist façade along the harbor. The palace tells the story of Piran’s maritime heritage simply through its architecture and waterfront position.

7. 7

   First of May Square

   10 min

   Explore First of May Square from above its stone platform. The square’s hidden cisterns and historic wellheads are understood entirely from the outdoor space where daily life still gathers.

8. 8

   Piranski svetilnik

   Pass by

   Wrap up your tour at the Punta lighthouse. Take a moment to enjoy the waves, the small Baroque church beside it and the place where Piran’s name, rooted in ancient fire beacons, first earned its meaning.

• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.