Feel the spirit of the most romantic city on the Mediterranean.
Rovinj today
The city of Rovinj is located on the western coast of the Istrian Peninsula. With a population of aproximately 15 000 it is considered a medium sized Istraian town. It covers an area of 430 sq km.
Rovinj todayHistory of Rovinj
According to archeological findings, regions near Rovinj were inhabited even in the prehistoric period. In the Bronze and Iron Ages, the culture of the Histrian tribe who lived in Istria traded with he Greek an Etruscan cultures.
History of RovinjSights in Rovinj
The city od Rovinj was an island until 1763. It was protected by strong stone walls and had seven gates. There are many important sights in the Old Town core and that is the main reason why it was pronounced a cultural monument in 1963.
Sights in RovinjNatural wonders in Rovinj
Enjoy a long walk in the Golden Cape forest park under the old branched pine trees,a bike ride around the swamp Palud while enjoying the singing of rare birds, or simply visit the Lim bay and enjoy the view which will leave you breathless.
Natural wonders in RovinjUseful information
| Institution | Address | Phone number |
|---|---|---|
| Bus station | Trg na lokvi 6 | + 385 52 811 453 |
| Taxi | Trg na Lokvi | +385 52 811 100 |
| Tourist Board of Rovinj | Pina Budicina 12 | +385/52/813-469 |
| Emergency room | Istarska bb | 194 |
| Police | Istarska 13 | 192 |
| Fire department | Istarska 13a | 193 |
| The National Protection and Rescue Directorate of the Republic of Croatia | 112 | |
| Croatian Automobile Club Road Assistance HAK | 1987 |
