One of the most romantic towns on the Adriatic Coast, Rovinj is situated on the western side of the Istrian peninsular. The Rovinj coast and the surrounding little islands are protected cultural heritage areas, and the Mediterranean climate, coupled with the magnificent vegetation, offers an ideal environment for all those who want to escape the city crush and breath in the clean air.
Rovinj is a town that has managed to keep its natural beauty and at the same time offer the most modern facilities for all tourists. A walk in the old town draws out the charm of the compact streets and small shops, and the tower of the Church of St Euphemia offers a magnificent view of the old part of the town and the Rovinj coast.
In the town there are also a number of other churches of cultural value, which were built between the Byzantine and Baroque times. As well as its natural beauty, it offers all the necessary facilities to give visitors a comfortable stay – from a variety of sporting activities, like diving and hunting, to cultural events that are held throughout the year.
People say that Rovinj is lively throughout entire year thanks to its gentle climate, and during the tourist season the numerous nightclubs and discos enrich the entertainment on offer. The restaurants provide a wide variety of local and international specialities, and always have a fresh choice of seafood on offer. In the old part of the town, which is still today surrounded by walls, it is easy to find accommodation that will give a taste of how the Istrians have lived for centuries. For those who prefer hotel accommodation, Rovinj has numerous hotels that offer the highest level of service. Neither will campers be disappointed since there are a number of campsites in Rovinj that have a variety of sports and entertainment facilities.
You can reach Rovinj via quality transport links, either by one of the planes that fly to the nearby airport in Pula or on your own boat that you can moor in one of Rovinj’s modern marinas.