Photo: TZ of Istrian County

Rovinj is a town, port and tourist center on the western coast of Istria. It is well connected to the rest of Croatia and is accessible by road from Zagreb or Dalmatia, as well as via border crossings with Slovenia and Italy. Traveling by plane is possible at Pula Airport, which is located 1.5 km away. about forty kilometers, and the nearest train stations are Kanfanar (18 km) and Pula (32 km). Boat traffic mostly takes place in the summer months and connects Rovinj with Venice, Ravenna, Pesaro and Cesenatica.

CULTURE HISTORY AND ATTRACTIONS

Rovinj was first mentioned in the early 6th century, although its area was inhabited by the Histri tribe as early as the Roman period. Over the following centuries, the Venetians and later the Austro-Hungarian administration had a great influence on Rovinj's cultural heritage. Most of Rovinj's monuments are concentrated in the old town core, and these are The City Palace, the City Clock, the Balbi Arch and the Antonio Gandusio Theater. Outside the core is the famous Church of St. Euphemia, built on foundations dating back to the 10th century, and the Romanesque Church of the Holy Trinity. Among the museums, the Local History Museum and the eco-museum "House of in Batana". Archaeological sites near Rovinj are Villa Rustica, the St. Damijan quarry and the Monkodonja-Mušego archaeological park.

BEACHES

Rovinj is full of diverse rocky and pebble coves and beaches, often hidden from the crowds and noise, which tourists discover anew with each new arrival. Famous Rovinj beaches are Lone Bay, Zlatni Rt, Cisterna Bay, Monte, Moulin Rouge, Škaraba, Guštinja Bay. Because Due to the indentation of the Rovinj coast, which creates a beautiful marine environment, many tourists like to enjoy diving.

OTHER CONTENT

During the summer, Rovinj offers a wide range of organised programmes in and around the city centre. For nightlife, there are Cocktail Bar Havana, Lighthouse Music Club and Night Club Lone. There are also many events and festivals during the summer: Rovinj Night, Rovinj Photodays photography festival, Noć St. Lawrence and the Croatian Summer Salsa Festival. Rovinj has a very rich gastronomic offer. The restaurants Monte, Orca, La Puntulina or the taverns Veli Jože, Cocaletto, Dub and Mofradin offer great Istrian specialties. Wellness centers and other forms of health tourism are very popular, and the street Carerra is the most famous shopping street in the city.

SPORT

Rovinj's indented coastline with its rich flora and fauna is an ideal destination for diving, fishing and sailing. The cycling paths are superbly maintained and adapted to recreational activities. Additional recreational options include tennis and football courts, paintball fields, kayaking and horse riding.

WHAT TO DO – EXCURSION OPPORTUNITIES

Boat trips around the Rovinj islands and sightseeing from the open sea are offered by many tourist agencies and are the best way to explore the beauty of the city. Near Rovinj are the Lim Channel and the Brijuni National Park, which are destinations for enjoying the beautiful scenery and natural beauty. The ruins of Dvigrad ( medieval town), the towns of Bale and Žminj are great places to learn about the history of Istria, while the Feštinsko kraljevstvo cave is a nice location for a trip.

ACCOMMODATION

Adriatic, Arupinum, Eden, Boutique Hotel Delfin or Island Hotel Istra are some of the many hotels where you can find accommodation in Rovinj. The offer of private accommodation and apartments is very rich. The campsites located in Rovinj are Val Vidal, Amarin, Mon Paradis, Polari, Porton Biondi, Ulika and Val Saline.