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Izola is shaped by its people – fishermen, olive growers, chefs, artisans and many others whose work, knowledge and stories give the town its unique character. Discover their perspectives, experiences and inspiring stories, and find out what Izola means to those who call it home.

Meet Izola’s Chefs

Young Team of Hiša Torkla Merges Innovation & Tradition

Café Zvon: Little Vienna in the Heart of Izola

DeGrassi Aperitivo Bar: Italian style and local charm

From Posočje to the heart of Izola: Diana Ice Cream Parlor

Fish and Meat Dishes at Parangal Restaurant

Izolanka: A Sweet Ode to Izola at the Ice Cream Parlor and Café Pri Ekremu

Izola is Home to the Best Pizza in Slovenia

Mai Più: Where the Spirit of Izola Escaped from the Bottle

Restaurant Perla: A Hidden Pearl in Izola

Manjada has been delighting locals and visitors for the past 10 years

The traditional flavours of Sidro

Kamin: the restaurant with the most beautiful view of Izola

Grill delicacies of Restaurant Doro

A Breath of Fresh Air for Restaurant Pergola

Bujol Restaurant: Authentic, Simple, and Delicious

Korte Restaurant Keeps Traditional Istrian Dishes Alive

Creative culinary ventures at the Art Café Odeon

Green Cuisine at the Marina Hotel Restaurant

Locals Recommend

Immerse yourself in the seaside delights of Izola

Get to know the locals Let us take you on a journey around Izola – a charming seaside town in Slovenian Istria, where you will discover many fascinating attractions and sea delights, but, above all, you will meet the friendly locals. Get ready to explore hidden corners, learn about the rich cultural heritage, and enjoy authentic Istrian culture and delicious food. The locals will share some tips and insights for an unforgettable experience in this picturesque fishermen’s town. Are you up for the adventure? Let the authentic atmosphere in Izola inspire a newfound love for this part of Slove...

Experience the countryside of Izola with a local

Are you ready to discover the secrets of Izola’s countryside, mingle with the friendly locals, find out about the customs and traditions and stroll through different historical periods? As you can see in the video below, Tomaž has enjoyed this experience, but now we are inviting you to join the locals and have your own unforgettable adventure.

Feel the heartbeat of Izola

On the coastline and at sea with Sanela Fancy an eventful adventure around the centre of Izola to discover some interesting facts about its romantic narrow streets while also getting to know the locals, who will add a familiar touch to your visit? Come on, let's go! This time, we set off with Sanela, Izola’s local, and Urša from Nova Gorica, the winner of the competition “A day with local people”.

Secrets

Everyone carries at least one secret inside of them, which is connected to the place where they live. The secrets are different – some more, some less hidden. Some of them we share with others at certain moments, while others remain just ours forever.

Discover the Countryside of Izola

With the Locals When we can see the city of Izola embraced in nature, surrounded by the scent of local olive oil, grapes, and wine, and when friendly locals give us a warm welcome ... that's when we know: we're in the countryside of Izola. What to do in this green Istrian oasis? You can find some ideas below. You can explore the places on your own or choose a unique adventure: “Experience the countryside of Izola with a local”. It is said that everything is better in good company and we agree, how about you?

Stories of the locals

The majority of the year the locals share our little town with visitors. We consider them friends, and we gladly show them around, let them in on our secrets, and make sure they keep coming back to visit us each year.

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