Rijeka

Rijeka is the principal seaport and the third-largest city in Croatia, which is at the crossroads of Central Europe, Southeast Europe, and the Mediterranean. Rijeka is located on Kvarner Bay, an inlet of the Adriatic Sea.

Most of Rijeka is accessible on foot and traffic is banned on Korzo in the heart of the city.

A Tourist Path will lead visitors past most of the famous and historic buildings and monuments in Rijeka including the Municipal Palace, the Radio-Rijeka building and the University Library.

City Tower is a symbol of Rijeka and a good example of a typical round tower access-point, which leads into the fortified town. Today it dominates the central part of Korzo and is often used as a meeting place for local people.

The Our Lady of Trsat Sanctuary is the largest centre of pilgrimage in western Croatia.

The real Rijeka can be experienced at the early morning main City market – Placa.

Museums include the Maritime and Historical Museum of the Croatian Littoral, the Natural History Museum, Rijeka City Museum and the Modern and Contemporary Art Museum, which displays works of art dating back to the 19th century.

At the Astronomical Centre Rijeka, learn about the stars both in Croatia and abroad. The centre is located on Sveti Križ hill, which offers beautiful views over Rijeka Bay and the mountains.

Trsat Castle is located on a hill which dominates Rijeka 138m above sea level. Trsat Castle is one of the oldest fortifications on the Croatian Coast, where the characteristics of the early medieval town construction have been preserved.

Rijeka’s beaches are located to the far east and far western parts of the city and range from large and noisy, to smaller, secluded hidden gems. Free parking is available close to the beaches public transport drops you nearby.

The Adriatic has one of the most indented coasts in Europe and its northern part is especially attractive for divers who like to dive on the underwater cliffs.

For shopping, head to the city market or one of the many commercial centres in the city (the biggest one being Tower Center Rijeka). Authentic gifts can also be found in two of the city's galleries - Mala Galerija Bruketa and Galerija Art as well as the Tourist Information Centre.

Samovar Tea Shop features more 125 teas from around the world, original Croatian teas and tea souvenirs.

Fresh fish and seafood such as salmon, tuna, flounder, swordfish and shrimps as well as traditional dishes such as 'crni rižot' (black risotto), 'brudet' (fish stew) and 'fuži i pljukanci' (homemade pasta, usually served with a sauce). There are also many fast-food restaurants, some of them open 24 hours, such as Food City on the Korzo promenade.

Cruise ships dock at the Port of Rijeka. The modern Passenger Terminal is a short distance away from the city centre.

The Railway station can be found at 5 Krešimirova Street, at the northern edge of the town area whilst the bus station is located at the foot of the imposing Capuchin church, on Trg Žabica in the city.

Taxis can be taken from both stations.