Rovinj, Croatia

Rovinj

Pastel houses rising straight out of the sea around a hilltop church.

  • May–Oct
  • 2 nights
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Things to do

2 days in Rovinj

Day 1

  1. MorningClimb the cobbled lanes up to St. Euphemia's church and its bell tower for the view.
  2. AfternoonSwim from the rocks in the Golden Cape forest park.
  3. EveningHave dinner on the waterfront at sunset, along the Grisia street of artists.

Day 2

Visit Pula's Roman arena or the Lim fjord.

What to eat

Istrian truffle pasta and a glass of Malvazija.

Local tips

Make the most of Rovinj

Beat the crowds

July and August are busy. May, June and September are calmer.

Best photo spot

The old town from the harbour at sunset.

Getting there

Buses run from Pula, about 45 minutes. The old town is car-free.

Don't miss nearby

The Golden Cape forest park with swimming coves, and the Lim fjord.

Good to know

Climb the bell tower of St. Euphemia for views. The cobbles are slippery; wear good shoes.

Secret spots

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Plan your visit

Getting to Rovinj

Getting there

  • Pula Airport (PUY)30 km away
  • Rijeka Airport (RJK)75 km away
  • Trieste65 km away
  • Rijeka70 km away

Reachable by car or public transport; a car gives you more freedom to explore the area. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeMay–Oct
TypeHidden town
Good forCoast, Food
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay2 nights
CountryCroatia

Questions

Rovinj: good to know

Is Rovinj worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like the coast and food. Pastel houses rising straight out of the sea around a hilltop church.

How many days do you need in Rovinj?

Plan 2 nights. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Rovinj?

The best time to visit is May to Oct. July and August are busy. May, June and September are calmer.

How do you get to Rovinj?

The nearest airport is Pula Airport (PUY), about 30 km away. Buses run from Pula, about 45 minutes. The old town is car-free.

What is there to see near Rovinj?

Nearby hidden places include Trieste (64 km), Rijeka (69 km) and Postojna Cave (90 km).

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