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A pub located in the city centre, furnished in harmony with its location close to the sea. It is a place to drink an excellent coffee, to attend an “after work party” or to stay until the early morning hours with a rich choice of drinks, live performances and a variety of parties.

The club, located right in the city centre, offers relaxing entertainment with DJs where everyone can find their own 5 minutes of good music. During the day, this is a pleasant place to drink a coffee. When the weather is nice and hot, the entertainment is spread over the two terraces.

A friendly and pleasant place on Korzo, which owes its name to the former New York Mayor, Fiorello La Guardia, who lived on the upper floor of the same building during his short diplomatic career in Rijeka. There is even a life-size statue of Fiorello who has recently found his table in this pub. By day or by night this café/pub brims with good vibes.

A catering facility located right in the city centre where guests can choose a coffee from the wide range on offer with geographical origins from all over the world. Besides the espresso, Italian gelato, yummy snacks and cakes are also a safe bet here.

Located close to Rijeka’s famous cultural monument – the Leaning tower, this coffee bar of the same name, in the heart of the old town centre, welcomes all generations.

On two traditional and elegantly furnished floors, as well as the standard Kraš assortment, it also includes a wide choice of original, handmade chocolate desserts, cocktails, ice-creams, chocolate fondue, cakes, and other pastries.

Cakes, ice-creams, and a variety of hot and cold drinks right on Korzo, the best place to see and be seen.

This health oasis is in the heart of the old town where you can have freshly squeezed fruit and vegetables juices every day as well as smoothies without additives, preservatives or concentrates.

King's Caffé Food Pub offers a break from all the seafood serving classic pub food from all over the world. Burgers paired with french fries, sandwiches, spicy chicken wings are just few hits on the menu. Locally brewed craft beers are flying like hotcakes here.

Located in downtown Rijeka, Book Caffé Dnevni boravak with its unique aesthetic is the perfect place to sip a good coffee while listening to old vinyl records, watching old movies or reading an old book from their original collection. The adjacent small art gallery and occasional live music are just a plus and a great escape from the hustle and bustle of the city.

Vintage Cafe, set inside one of the towers of Trsat Castle, offers stunning views of Rijeka's historic surroundings paired with top-notch coffee, teas along with desserts and a large selection of alcoholic drinks.

The River Pub offers you the possibility of convincing yourself that the Celtic spirit has been preserved in Rijeka. A relaxing place with rich catering on offer and ever new entertainment contents.

A pub located in the city centre, furnished in harmony with its location close to the sea. It is a place to drink an excellent coffee, to attend an “after work party” or to stay until the early morning hours with a rich choice of drinks, live performances and a variety of parties.

The club, located right in the city centre, offers relaxing entertainment with DJs where everyone can find their own 5 minutes of good music. During the day, this is a pleasant place to drink a coffee. When the weather is nice and hot, the entertainment is spread over the two terraces.

Garçon Bar is located at the very centre of the city. In the morning and afternoon it is a perfect place to have a cup of coffee or some other favoured beverage, and in the evening it is a bar with a whole lot of good fun – live music, student nights, karaoke, and various themed parties accompanied by an amazing DJ set and pretty hostesses – such is the weekend routine at the Garçon Bar.

This beach bar on Igralište beach in Kantrida is a gathering point for fans of alternative culture. By day the perfect place to refresh yourself after a swim, and in the evening it offers a variety of art and music programmes, often with free fried fish.

This cafe/pub in the centre of the city, with its unique and cosy atmosphere, offers a standard and expanded range of coffees, teas, beers, and quality wines. Dogs are welcome and your electronic pets can be charged at any table. TV is on during Sundays which are reserved for sports, and chess lovers can ask for chess pieces at the counter. Payment by cash and debit or credit cards.

Located right in the centre of the old town, the Celtic Cafe Bard offers enjoyment with an excellent choice of drinks, especially beer, accompanied by Celtic music and jazz...

Concerts, jam sessions, stand-up comedy, lectures, exhibits, parties, handicrafts fairs, chance encounters and more, all of that held beneath a railway with the sound of urban music in all of its variations, with predominantly live music followed by DJs.

The Rijeka Youth Club is a non-profit club founded by a group of activists with the aim of providing young people with cultural, educational and entertainment events.

A lovely, unpretentious summer bar right on the beach, which during the day is an ideal place for drinking cold beverages in the shade of beach umbrellas whilst in the evening it often organises a variety of cultural and entertaining events.

Pommery offers entertainment throughout the day with over twenty types of sparkling wines and champagnes served by the glass as well as other quality drinks. Located in Korzo, it is an inevitable place for all generations who like entertainment with the latest musical hits.

Slap bang in the heart of the city. This tiny café/pub serves, according to locals, one of the best coffees in the city and a large selection of bottled beers.

This nightspot is a nice, easy-going hangout to have a shot of rakija (the local brandy) that comes in all kinds of flavours, from apple-cinnamon to olive and almond to lavender rakija.

A place where you can try more than 100 labels of Champagne, premium and sparkling wines, as well as the premium Illy coffee.

The Sabrage Bar...cool people, quality wines and cocktails, Belgian beers, pleasant staff and good music – a place where the fun begins. Wooden interior and offbeat portraits adorning the walls contribute to creating an authentic atmosphere.

A small place for big fun – during the day this place offers relaxation on the terrace with natural shade and a view Rijeka's port; in the evening it turns into a perfect clubbing place.

Bar Bar is a completely unique diner – everyone will find something to their liking here, whether it's coffee and a croissant, delicious cookies with almonds and jam or perhaps a glass of freshly squeezed juice. Fans of beer can choose from more than thirty different brands of their favourite drink, those who prefer wine will enjoy something from Bar Bar’s extensive wine list, while others can try one of ten different types of whisky – all while listening to great music, which is often played live.

The Bačva pub is located near the centre of the city, next to the Bonavia Hotel. Every day acoustic concerts are held at the pub, which offers a wine card with a variety of wines, cocktails made in accordance with special recipes, a wide variety of whiskeys, smoothies, fresh juices, and great quality coffee with fresh soy or barley milk.

A meeting point for young people and all those looking to have fun. It works with the same intensity during the day and during the evening. It is special for its creative furnishings, relaxing music and atmosphere which also moves onto two terraces during the warmer weather.

A pub on Trsat offering over 120 types of beer. On the floor beneath is a club with live performances by local and foreign punk/rock/indie/stoner bands.

After a career as a passenger vessel, probably with the longest active sailing period in the world (1936-2006), the boat Marina is now anchored in the port of Rijeka and continues its life as a bar and a place for good times.

Located in an attractive location within the Rijeka Astronomy Centre, the Galileo Bar can boast a spectacular view over Rijeka. It is also known as the hedonism epicentre.

A friendly and pleasant place on Korzo, which owes its name to the former New York Mayor, Fiorello La Guardia, who lived on the upper floor of the same building during his short diplomatic career in Rijeka. There is even a life-size statue of Fiorello who has recently found his table in this pub. By day or by night this café/pub brims with good vibes.

A pleasant space, close to the city centre, which as well as a large selection of beers also offers Flumen beer, from its own brewery.

A coffee bar located by the sea with a large terrace from which you can welcome and wave goodbye to the boats in the Port of Rijeka during the day and have fun in the evening hours with music and dancing.

Boonker is known in the whole neighbourhood for its stunning view of the pier and for its large portions of food at low prices. Soak up the atmosphere of Rijeka while enjoying a drink or a hearty dinner.

King's Caffe Food pub is an English pub in a Mediterranean fashion. Speciality coffee, a wide range of beer both on tap and bottled.

Teatro Lounge Bar is a famous gathering place for the artists of the nearby theatre. This café/bar serves delightful coffee along with one-of-a kind cocktails. Seating also spills out onto the terrace – the best place to cool off on a hot summer day.

Located in downtown Rijeka, Book Caffé Dnevni boravak with its unique aesthetic is the perfect place to sip a good coffee while listening to old vinyl records, watching old movies, or reading an old book from their original collection. The adjacent small art gallery and occasional live music are just a plus and a great escape from the hustle and bustle of the city.

In June, Rijeka traditionally lives in the spirit of sailing. During those days its port turns into a marina full of boats and each year it is visited in growing numbers by sea and sailing enthusiasts from numerous countries, as well as an increasing number of media representatives who are coming to their own media regatta. With its traditional slogan "Got a boat, got a sail, sign up!", Fiumanka offers a variety of different and completely free regattas; media, Rotary charity race, Liburnija sports and navigation, and a worldwide hit ‘Virtual Fiumanka’, for those who prefer sailing from the comfort of their home. The main event is the final regatta - The Great Fiumanka. Time of event: June

Many successful programmes have been held since the beginning of this famous summer event that takes place within the atmosphere of the beautiful Trsat Castle. The main goal of the event is a revival of the magic castle area through music, word, movement and pictures, as well as spreading the cultural offer of the city and county during the tourist season. The cultural and entertainment programme takes place inside the walls of this historical building which hosts numerous famous Croatian actors and musicians. Time of event: June-September

Gastro days are organised with the aim of learning and conserving the traditions of the Mediterranean Diet in this area whose beneficial effect has been proved by numerous studies. In order to preserve the traditions of this Diet, which was used by our ancestors, and celebrate its return to the menus of homes and restaurants, during this event a series of caterers on Rijeka’s Korzo and in their restaurants prepare various meals for promotional prices using ingredients typical for this type of climate. April / May - Asparagus Week May / June - Sardine is IN / Cherries Week September - Squid and Figs Week December - Codfish and Chocolate Week

“Krepat, ma ne molat!” (Die but never give up) - is the motto that summaries all the best that Rijeka Carnival represents. Despite its long history, a cheerful, stubborn, uncontrollable but also critical Carnival spirit shows no tiredness, but thrives from year to year, growing through a new generation of Carnival participants, feeding the events with new ideas equal to those of its long tradition. The best way to experience the Rijeka's Carnival is to come here and live it with all your senses. Time of event: January-February

Fiumare, held every summer (June/May), takes you 100 years into the past, when the area around the Dead Canal was a place of daily commercial traffic. Traders and craftsmen selling crafts, wooden sailboats anchor in the Dead Canal, and traditional dances and a wide gastronomic offer of authentic dishes and wines awaits you.

One of the longest running festivals featuring new bands, the Ri Rock Festival has become Rijeka's musical trademark. It is the central event of Rijeka's alternative scene. Many now famous names like Parafi, Termiti, Fit, Denis&Denis, Grč, Laufer, Let 3, Urban etc. launched their career on the Ri Rock stage. Time of event: December

The most frequented street race in Croatia in which, every year, several thousand citizens participate. Besides the traditional citizens’ race, this running festival hosts Rijeka’s half-marathon, the Hendi Cup and the Ciciban Cup. Besides sports, an appropriate entertainment programme also takes place with bands located by the very track and various accompanying events in the city centre where the race starts. Time of event: April

Shrine of Our Lady of Trast, located on a clifftop near the Trsat Castle, displays the painting of the "Merciful Mother" – sent by Pope Urban 5 in 1367 – before which many pilgrims pray throughout the year. The most important days are: -May 10 -September 8 -August 15

Within the celebration of St. Vitus days, Rijeka’s patron saint, numerous sporting, cultural and entertainment events take place. The celebration of St. Vitus has for Rijeka always been an important holiday and even back in 15th century, the 15th of June, was celebrated in a special way. After 45 years of suspension, the patron saint was returned to the city in 1991 and Rijeka, by means of ecclesiastical ceremonies and a series of concerts, exhibitions, shows and sporting events and presented itself as a Mediterranean city recognisable for its patron saint. In every corner of the city, you will find entertainment for yourselves. Time of event: June

Christmas and New Year holidays are especially cheerful on Rijeka's Korzo, where various cultural and entertainment programmes are held during November, December and the first half of January, with colourful stalls. Rijeka's caterers also join in with the atmosphere with their Christmas gastronomic offer, and the RI gastro is held at the same time, promoting delicacies with cod and chocolate. Every year, to the delight of the youngest ones, the Santa Claus train runs through the city centre, there is also the celebration of the feast of St. Nicholas and many other programmes in the open and in the closed venues of the city. Some of the many holiday programmes are turning on the Christmas lights, concerts in the ''Ivan pl. Zajc'' Croatian National Theatre, Christmas concert at the Cathedral... and the peak of the evening - New Year's Eve on Korzo with concerts and fireworks. Time of event: November-January

Malik Fest is held at Trsat Fortress on May 26 of every year. The aim is to show the cultural heritage - myths and legends of Istria and Kvarner. The surroundings of Trsat Castle are enliven by concerts, instrument performances, storytelling, and presentations of ancient sports.

Rijeka’s stairs is a fashion event featuring evening dresses and suits by renowned Croatian fashion houses and designers. The event is held every year in late August on the stairs by the Grand Hotel Bonavia. It is one of the biggest and most important events in the region and one of the top fashion events in Croatia. The aim of the project is to promote and encourage the development of the Croatian textile industry through the promotion of large Croatian fashion houses and designers. The great response of exhibitors, participants and media is proof of its economic significance for the domestic fashion and textile industry. Time of event: August

The Kamov restaurant is located in the Grand Hotel Bonavia and is famous for its blend of traditional and modern gastronomic trends. It offers slow food meals as well as traditional meals from our grandmother’s cookbook.

The varied cuisine in Tarsa is based on homemade dishes that are often prepared according to their own recipes with lots of imagination. Dishes are prepared under the lid, and include boiled lamb, homemade gnocchi with game and “Zrinski” meat plate flambé.

The main attraction of the Gardens Restaurant, located on Rijeka’s waterfront, are its dishes grilled on a charcoal barbecue, grilled fish together with a varied daily menu, with a large choice of desserts, soups and pastas at very good prices.

Restaurant Morčić offers a combination of traditional coastal cuisine and a pleasant atmosphere, helpful staff and culinary delights.

Botel Marina Restaurant offers superb Mediterranean cuisine specialities, as well as traditional Croatian dishes.

The restaurant is located in the heart of Trsat, elegant and spacious, with a visible spirit of history. Ideal for family gatherings, celebrations, birthdays, or anniversaries, in the warmer months, Trsatica offers a spacious terrace, and all the visitors can see what is happening with their meal as the restaurant has an open view of the kitchen.

Conca d'oro, in the heart of Rijeka, offers fresh Adriatic seafood, like sardines and molluscs, transformed in delightful dishes by chef Andrej Barbieri. A wide range of wines by the glass, beers and spirits at a low price.

This restaurant-tavern with a long tradition in its original interior offers dishes made using fresh local ingredients, along with a large selection of local spirits (rakija) and wines made by Croatian producers. Prices of traditional brunches range from HRK 30.00 to 40.00, while the price of group menus is HRK 100.00 or more.

The old hotel restaurant offers tastes of Mediterranean and continental cuisine combined. When season allows, you may enjoy your meal on a beautiful terrace that stretches to the river Rječina, in the shadow of centuries-old chestnuts. The gastronomic offer is rounded with the Sweetshop Cont, with its sweet and colourful dishes.

An Italian restaurant in the city centre offers pizzas and pasta prepared according to the original recipes, and fish and meat dishes in combination with local ingredients.

This Chinese restaurant is on Kozala, a few minute drive from the city centre. It offers a rich choice of Chinese cuisine specialties from starters, to beverages and desserts – a taste of China in Rijeka.

A tavern with a Dalmatian spirit in Rijeka – as well as the meat dishes, try its fish specialities prepared using traditional Dalmatian recipes which will leave the smell of the sea on your plate.

Tavern Na Kantunu receives rave reviews from both locals and travellers for its fresh seafood dishes and the delicious desserts. Don't miss out on their speciality (oven-baked fish served with olive oil and a special sauce).

The tavern is located in Rijeka's market and is a good choice for a short break with delicious fish and meat dishes, game specialities and boiled lamb as one of the most sought after dishes.

Chow down on some authentic Croatian dishes including fish and meat inside this modest eatery. Their home-made desserts are worth a try.

The tavern, located on Rijeka’s waterfront by the city market, offers real homemade cuisine. Primarily serving tasty minestrone, soups, meat dishes and, of course fish.

The Borik tavern is located on Pećine in a pleasant area of a peaceful park, with an outdoor terrace and a sea view. You can enjoy Littoral and Istrian cuisine specialities here, as well as homemade bread and gnocchi, first-class fish, risottos, busaras, meat specialities and traditional dishes prepared under the lid.

Feral is located right in the city centre and mainly offers an excellent seafood menu, as well as meat and vegetarian specialities in the pleasant atmosphere of a Littoral tavern.

This waterfront Italian restaurant specialises in Italian food (pizza is a must try here) combined with traditional Croatian food. Watching the sunset while sipping on a beer in the patio is just what the doctor ordered.

King's Caffé Food Pub offers a break from all the seafood serving classic pub food from all over the world. Burgers paired with french fries, sandwiches, spicy chicken wings are just few hits on the menu. Locally brewed craft beers fly out like hotcakes.

The pizza made in this cosy Italian bistro is famous throughout the entire neighbourhood – according to locals, it's the best pizza in downtown Rijeka. If the indoor tables are all busy, as they well might be, check out the outdoor seats and enjoy the view of Rijeka's clock tower.

Located a short walk from the city centre, Bistro Tifan serves healthy vegetarian food – as well as desserts and a wide variety of drinks. The menu is egg-free, meat-free and fish-free.

Rijeka is reflected in Korzo, at Korzo you can read Rijeka. Anyone who, at least once, had a coffee at one of the terraces of numerous and picturesque café bars lined along this unusual promenade, would agree.

Trsat Castle represents a strategically embossed gazebo on a hill 138 meters above sea level that dominates Rijeka. Today the Trsat Castle has been enriched by new facilities and events – visual arts gallery, open-air summer concerts and theatre performances as well as fashion shows and literary evenings.

St. Vitus' Cathedral is the only Baroque rotunda of monumental proportions built on Croatian soil. The construction of this church, designed by the Jesuit architect G. Briano, began in 1638. It was made on the model of the famous Venetian church of Santa Maria della Salute.

City Tower, a symbol of Rijeka and a good example of a typical round tower access-point, which lead into the fortified town. Today it dominates the central part of Korzo, although during its lifetime it was over topped by more recently constructed buildings.

No supermarket can replace the charm of personal contact with a vendor or the excitement of an unpredictable purchase at the main Rijeka market – Placa. It developed next to the sea shore, near the wooden pier, where the local fishermen used to unload their catch and carry it in baskets to be sold at the market.

The Shrine of Our Lady of Trsat is the largest centre of pilgrimage in western Croatia. Its foundation is reported to be, according to tradition, related to the miraculous transport of the Nazareth Barn, and its stay on Trsat (1291 – 1294). Shortly after the relocation of the Mother of God's house to Loreto, Prince Nikola I of Krk built the first small church on the place where the barn stood on Trsat.

Passing under the round City Tower, the former main medieval town entrance that gave access to the coast, you enter the centre of Rijeka's Old Town. Located in the modern-day Ivan Kobler Square, there was once a more compact municipal centre called Placa, which served the significantly smaller fortified medieval town.

Whether you would like to spend your holiday with your family, on an active sport holiday, enjoying romantic moments, alone or being entertained – Rijeka has the beach for everyone's taste. Thanks to the Mediterranean climate, the bathing season in Rijeka begins in spring and lasts until late autumn.

The existing breakwater of the main port’s pool is famously known as the “Molo longo” because of its length of 1707 m which today function as a passenger terminal and coastal promenade. The construction plans and preparations for the Breakwater began in 1872 and it was completed in 1888. It was named Molo Maria Teresa after the Empress for her historic influence on the development of the city.

This tiny museum was founded in 1876 and is known for being the first regional museum in Rijeka. The museum showcases sea life of the Adriatic Sea and features highlights such as the "Aquarium" multimedia centre, permanent exhibits of sharks, rays, and marine invertebrates. Beside the marine life there is also a geology wing.

The Trsat Castle represents a strategically embossed lookout on a hill 138 meters above sea level dominating Rijeka. Today the Trsat Castle has been enriched by new facilities and events – visual arts gallery, open-air summer concerts and theatre performances as well as fashion shows and literary evenings. Within the Trsat Castle you'll find the Trsat Castle Info Point where you can get any information about this building and the City of Rijeka.

Rijeka is reflected in Korzo, at Korzo you can read Rijeka. Anyone who, at least once, had a coffee at one of the terraces of numerous and picturesque café bars lined along this unusual promenade, would agree.

No supermarket can replace the charm of the personal contact with the vendor of the excitement of the unpredictable purchase at the main Rijeka market – Placa. The main City Market has been the place chosen by the people of Rijeka as the best place to dine since the 19th century. It developed next to the sea shore, near the wooden pier, where the local fishermen used to unload their catch and take it in baskets to the market to sell.

The Old Gateway was the main entrance to the heart of the ancient Roman command Tarsatica, an ancient town on whose ruins the medieval Rijeka rose. The arch continues to be preserved today, albeit surrounded by modern structures.

St. Vitus' Cathedral is the only Baroque rotunda of monumental proportions built on Croatian soil. The construction of this church, designed by the Jesuit architect G. Briano, began in 1638. It was made on the model of the famous Venetian church of Santa Maria della Salute.

Experience the mysterious side of Rijeka, the one telling a story from times immemorial, the story about the old Romans who moved the Palaeolithic and Neolithic Rijeka from the edges of the today’s city closer to the sea, which means that from the main Rijeka's promenade – Korzo you step into the passage under the city tower leading to the “old Rijeka”. It is enough to pass through only a few metres long “small tunnel” to step into Rijeka's history so nicely incorporated in the present.

Up on the hill of Sveti Križ, the Astronomical Centre opened its doors in 2009 and nowadays is the only facility of its kind in Croatia. In addition to the observatory, inside you will find also a digital planetarium and a conference room, as well as a coffeehouse and the panoramic terrace at the roof of what once was a military fortress.

The "TunelRi" as it is known in Croatian, served as a shelter for civilians from the aerial bombings during the endgame of Second War II, or during the Civil War. With its 330m, it stretches below the Old Town to the Dolac Primary School; the main gate is located right next to the Cathedral of St. Vitus. From 2017, after 75 years, the tunnel has been opened to the public and is one of the main attractions of the city, still featuring original signs.

In Peek&Poke - Computer Museum, located a short walk from the city centre, you will find over 2,000 exhibits of worldwide and local computer history, and discover how the technology has changed, from the old calculators to video games. Unlike other museums, everything that is displayed can be touched. On-site you'll also find a library and a lounge.

In the northwest corner of Titov Square stands a Baroque chapel with a relief of Madonna with the Child on its front. This passable chapel resembles a small triumphal arch and marks the beginning of the Petar Kružić Stairway that lead to the famous pilgrimage centre, the Franciscan monastery at Trsat. The steps were built in 1531 by order of Warlord Petar Kružić, and were built up over the centuries (up to today's over 500 steps) and adorned with votive chapels.

The Maritime and History Museum of the Croatian Littoral is housed in what in the past was the residence of Hungarian reagents, who controlled Rijeka from 1869 until 1918. The museum hosts permanent exhibits like archaeological, maritime, cultural and art, and the original furniture of the Governor's Palace. The building itself is the first exhibit and worth a visit if you're in Rijeka.

We all know that a city without its own museum is not a city. Rijeka's City Museum awaits its visitors in the Governor’s Palace Park. The activity of this institution can be seen in various areas of activity, including collecting, treatment and restoration, research of the city’s (and not only the city’s) past and organising exhibitions on important historical themes.

This tiny museum was founded in 1876 and is known for being the first regional museum in Rijeka. The museum showcases the sea life of the Adriatic Sea and features the "Aquarium" multimedia centre, permanent exhibits on sharks, rays, and marine invertebrates. Besides the marine life there is also a geology wing.

This modest museum displays a varied number of collections, ranging from artworks by national artists like Božidar Rašica, Romolo Venucci and Slavko Grčko, as well as collections of drawings, graphics, sculptures, posters, paintings, photographs and media art.

Villa Ružić which takes its name from its owner Viktor Ružić, is important first for its architecture (projected by architect David Brunetta) but mainly because it stores a wide collection of 10,000 books which includes: Ivan Mažuranić’s library and his archive, the manuscript of Gundulić’s epic poem, Osman, from 1647, a gift from Petar Petrović Njegoš. Alongside the Memorial library is a wide collection of photographs, documents and antique furniture.

The Glagolitic alphabet was specially created in the 9th century by Costantine or Cyril and his older brother Methodius for the Slavic people to facilitate the introduction of Christianity. The Glagolitic alphabet exhibition is housed in the University Library and is a permanent exhibition with 127 items focused on the importance that this alphabet had in both Croatian and European cultural history.

No supermarket can replace the charm of the personal contact with the vendor of the excitement of the unpredictable purchase at the main Rijeka market – Placa. The main City Market has been the place chosen by the people of Rijeka as the best place to dine since the 19th century. It developed next to the sea shore, near the wooden pier, where the local fishermen used to unload their catch and take it in baskets to the market to sell.

The Tower Center Rijeka is a shopping mall which includes shops, restaurants, a large supermarket, and an entertainment infrastructure (Blitz Cine Star cinemas, areas for entertaining and sporting activities). In the centre is the tower with offices, congress halls and meeting rooms. This modern and elegant shopping centre includes 8 megastores and 150 shops offering clothes and footwear, technology and home furnishings. Within the Tower Center Rijeka is a car park with 7 over ground levels and 3 underground levels with a total of 21,000 parking places. The centre was opened in 2006 and is open every day and parking is free of charge.

Over 50 different shops can be found in the Western Commercial Centre, over three floors. With its appearance, the Centre reflects the outlines of the Kvarner Bay and is divided into two main golden structures. A sea view is ensured through the panoramic elevators. Open every day, it offers its customers brands which have never been present in the region before as well as a number of different offers for all generations. Besides the shops, ZTC offers places for gastronomic refreshment and for those looking to spend time with a cup of coffee and other beverages.

Shops in the city centre are open from 8 am until 8 pm, on Saturdays and Sundays they are mostly open until 1 pm. In the city centre there are several pharmacies which usually stay open 24/7. After 8 pm, cigarettes and newspapers can be bought in the only kiosk that works 24/7 located at the Bus station, on Žabica. You can purchase all you need in one of the larger commercial centres in Rijeka.

The word souvenir comes from the French word souvenir and means memory. Take home a touchable memory of Rijeka. Rijeka's souvenirs can be found in the Tourist Information Centre, in the chosen galleries and shops that have received the “Originally from Rijeka” and “Unique quality” labels – Mala galerija Bruketa (Užarska 25), Atelijer Rogić (Užarska 15b), gift-shops in the department stores Korzo and Ri, in Tisak and iNovine kiosks and at Jeweller Grabušić (Matije Gupca 15a). In beautiful Trsat is the small shop called La Mamma delicije (Petra Zrinskog 2) that, in just a few square metres, includes all the best from around Croatia, and in the Old Town there is "Šta da?!" shop (Užarska 14) with the assortment of bags, T-shirts, pillows and jewellery with this slogan that has grown from a local catchphrase into a recognizable brand.

The story of Bonavia begins in 1876... This elegant hotel offers 114 air-conditioned rooms, six suites and a presidential suite. With the motto “Five star services in a four star hotel”, Grand Hotel Bonavia remains the perfect choice for business people as well as tourists.

The Neboder Hotel is located on a small elevation to the east side of the city centre and it is visible from almost any spot in the centre. The hotel is a part of the complex known under the name of Hrvatski kulturni dom (Croatian Cultural Centre) and is its tallest segment. The building is 14 floors tall and dominates the central part of Rijeka.

The Continental Hotel is an imposing hotel building right in the heart of the city, located on the bridge over the Rječina River amid centuries-old chestnut trees. The Continental Hotel is the oldest hotel in Rijeka still in operation, and its location contributes to a relaxed stay for business people as well as those who wish to go sightseeing in the Old Town.

Hotel Jadran is situated in the residential part of the city of Rijeka. Its unique position and translucent architecture have made this hotel a popular place to stay for almost a century.

A modernly furnished hostel located in Jadranski Square, in the centre of the city, the very heart of the pedestrian zone on Korzo, the city’s main promenade. Modernly designed rooms, friendly staff and a relaxing lounge atmosphere will offer you an unforgettable holiday.

A comfortable, charming, and unique boat-hotel situated in the centre of the City of Rijeka. In 2013, after more than 70 years of navigation, Marina was redecorated into the first Croatian botel (boat-hotel). She is docked at Adamić Pier in the heart of Rijeka, only few minutes walking distance from the city centre (Korzo), bus and train station, famous city market, theatre, cinema, museums and galleries. The rooms on Marina were carefully designed to provide the guests with maximum comfort and the feeling of home in the atmosphere of a boat.

Hostel Korzo is brand new, renovated and well equipped hostel in the center of Rijeka. Small family-run hostel located in the heart of the city, on the main promenade Corso, just minutes from all major historical and cultural attractions as well as many restaurants and bars to the best entertainment.

Das Hostel Rijeka is a freshly open and modern-equipped hostel located in Trsat, next to the Campus and the city centre. Guests can stay overnight and have access to free internet, and in the hostel you can find the famous bar Beertija where numerous tourists can relax and drink coffee or spend wonderful evenings enjoying a wide selection of local and foreign spirits, as well as beer.

The inn 'Kod Duje' is located in a peaceful area of the city in the vicinity of all the attractions. This accommodation facility has the advantage of a large yard where guests can park their cars and motorcycles, and it offers the possibility of breakfast with surcharge. With only a 15-minute stroll it is possible to get to the nearest museum walking through a beautiful park, or to the Kanjon Rječina walking trail and many other attractions.

The Rijeka Student Centre is one of the oldest members of the University of Rijeka and has played a major role in ensuring and developing the student standards over the past 50 years. In order to provide visitors of Rijeka with affordable accommodation, between 16 July and 30 August, during the height of the season, we offer 116 beds in single and double rooms.

The hostel is located in the newly built facility in a family neighbourhood in the western part of the city. Away from the city noise, with a beautiful view of Kvarner, the hostel is surrounded by greenery and has a playground nearby as well as a large car park for vans and buses. A ten-minute drive by the city bus will take you to the centre of Rijeka, and in the immediate vicinity there is a branch of the Rijeka bypass as well as of the motorway that can quickly take you to different parts of Croatia. The Češka beseda hostel is particularly suitable for families and organised groups, with even more affordable prices for groups of more than 10 people.

The Kosy Hostel, as its name implies (kosi means 'leaning' in Croatian), is located right in the city centre, close to the Leaning Tower. The name also indicates the friendly, “cosy” atmosphere of the hostel. The Kosy Hostel is certainly distinguished by its pleasant atmosphere in an excellent location and its closeness to all amenities. In just a 10 minutes’ walk you can reach the beach, the bus and the railway station, as well as the ferry and catamaran terminal.

The Rijeka Youth Hostel is located around a hundred metres from the sea, in a beautiful 19th century villa, at Pećine, just 5 minutes by bus from the city centre or 15 minutes on foot.

Stay in a top hotel accomodation for the price of a hostel! Lavanda's offer covers most of the services such as overnight in multi-bed dormitories but also classical hotel room and the luxury rooms. Lavanda is located at the west side of the city Rijeka, close to the Sport center Zamet, stadion and swimming pool Kantrida, tennis courts and exits towards Italy, Slovenia, Zagreb. Center of Rijeka and Opatija are only several minutes of driving away and also very well connected with city bus lines.

The Rijeka Hostel is a modern hostel in the centre of the city, located on the main promenade Korzo, which is the best location to access to all other places in Rijeka; from cultural and historical attractions to many restaurants and bars. The rooms and the entire hostel are designed with the aim to provide the best accommodation and relaxation.

The Kantrida Hostelry is located 5 kilometres from the city centre, on the main road leading to Opatija. It belongs to the semi-open category type. It is mainly used by the employees and subcontractors of the 3. Maj shipyard and vacant rooms are also offered to guests passing through.

The Dharma Hostel is located in the eastern part of Rijeka, where a part of a former industrial complex was architecturally transformed into a modern and urban hostel. The location is superbly isolated from the city noise and is just 300 m away from the business and commercial Tower centre and 100 metres from the city’s number 1 bus line (Pećine - Kantrida), which allows guests to reach the city centre in just 10 minutes. The hostel is about 200 metres away from the city beaches.

Fun Hostel is located right next to the sea and beach (10 m), only 10 walking minutes from the city centre, with a good bus connection to the centre. It is located in a peaceful part of Rijeka, but also in the vicinity of a large shopping centre, and several taverns and restaurants. The hostel has 2 floors with 5 modernly decorated rooms, 4 of which have a sea view. All rooms have air conditioning and there is a total of 32 beds (green room: 5 beds, purple room: 2 beds, blue room: 8 beds, yellow room: 10 beds, orange room: 7 beds.) Shower rooms are located on both floors, and there are also two rooms for socialising in the hostel. In the vicinity there is the catamaran port with a connection to islands, and the bus and train station. The price of accommodation includes bed linen, towels, locker with a key, the scent of the sea, and romantic sunsets. The hostel also offers luggage storing services in specially protected lockers.

The Kvarner Hostel is located in the very centre of Rijeka, near the railway station. All units are air-conditioned and the whole establishment has free Wi-Fi available. All rooms include their own bathroom and guests in the sleeping rooms have access to a joint bathroom within their sleeping room. There is a shared kitchen. All units include an LCD TV with domestic and foreign programs.

This hostel is perfectly located in the historic town centre, within walking distance of the bus station, the Tourist Information Centre, the passenger port terminal and the train station, whilst the beaches are only two kilometres away. Besides its location, this small hostel stands out with its fun and bright colouring, soothing nature motifs and view of Korzo, Rijeka's main promenade, which is always vibrant, regardless of the weather or season. This allows the guests to enjoy a one-of-a-kind view while sipping their morning coffee or tea. Private rooms, as well as beds in women's and co-ed bedrooms are available for rent and are equipped with plasma televisions and air conditioning. Guests can help themselves to coffee, tea, the hair dryer, bed linen, towels, soaps, shampoos, and the like, and also have access to a fast Wi-Fi Internet connection and can use the luggage storage service after checking out.

Hostel Morčić is a stylish, newly opened hostel in Rijeka. It is only 6 minutes away from the Korzo pedestrian zone. The friendly staff and cosy atmosphere will provide you with a vacation you deserve. All the amenities and landmarks are located in the immediate vicinity of the hostel. We offer 2 three-bed, 1 single-bed, 1 four-bed, 2 double-bed and 1 five-bed bedrooms.

The Rijeka Airport is located on the island of Krk some 30 km away from the city. All the information about the flights can be found on the airport webpage and plane tickets can be purchased online on the web pages of airline companies or in a number of travel agencies. Transfer between the city centre and the airport is organised by bus.

Croatia can be visited visa-free for 90 days up to 180 days from most of the EU countries, UK, New Zealand, US, Australia and Canada. International (non Schengen-zone) citizens need to hold a valid passport for at least 3 more months after the end of their intended trip in order to enter Croatia. Travellers from Schengen Zone don't need a passport but must hold a valid ID card. Note that Croatia is not yet part of the Schengen zone, but allows visitors holding Schengen visas to enter the country without additional visa requirements. If you are unsure whether you need to apply or not for a visa prior to your entry, we recommend checking the Croatian Ministry of Foreign Affairs website for more information: http://www.mvep.hr/en/consular-information/visas/visa-requirements-overview/

When in Rijeka, the crystal-clear waters of Adriatic Sea, fascinating history, delicious seafood and wine will surround you. The best time to visit Rijeka is from May to early June and from September to October, when the crowds of tourists haven't yet invaded every corner of the city. In these months, you can still enjoy sunbathing or any outdoor activity without spending too much. The peak season is from July to August, meaning that room rates are often higher. Winter, although too cold, is known for being also one of the busiest seasons in Rijeka. Many events take place during this season, like the annual Rijeka Carnival – the biggest carnival held in Croatia.

In Croatia pharmacists sell over-the-counter medicines for minor illnesses, but for more serious problems you will need a prescription that can be issued by a private doctor or filled by the so-called "Ljekarna", the equivalent of a pharmacy and easily recognisable by the lit green "+" sign. In most cases pharmacists do accept the prescription even if it is issued abroad. Some pharmacies in Rijeka are to be found in: - Pharmacy Rijeka Cambierieva ul. 11, Rijeka +385 51 215 281 Monday – Friday: 7am – 8pm, Saturday: 7am – 3pm, Sunday: closed - Ljekarna Korzo Korzo 22, Rijeka +385 51 211 036 Monday – Friday: 7am – 8pm, Saturday: 7am – 3pm, Sunday: closed

The best way to get around Rijeka city centre is often on foot, but taxis, buses and hire cars can make the journey easier. Rijeka’s public transportation includes the city (1st zone) and suburban (2nd, 3rd and 4th zone) bus lines. Public transport operates from 5 am to 11.30 pm, approximately every 15 minutes. The Tourist Card allows you unlimited use of Rijeka’s buses. Your ticket is valid for 24, 48 or 72 hours. The rail station is in Krešimirova street 5 (tel: +385 60 333 4444 for information), while the bus station is located at Žabica Square (tel:+ 385 60 302 010 or visit www.autotrans.hr for timetables). Scheduled bus lines connect Rijeka with bigger Croatian and European cities. The boat harbour is located in the city centre. Information about the timetable as well as about prices and other information can be found on the Jadrolinija web page www.jadrolinija.hr. It is also possible to purchase tickets online or in person at the Jadrolinija agency located on Rijeka's waterfront.

Taxi service in Rijeka is one of the most affordable in Croatia. There are three taxi stands in the centre of the city – at the bus station, on the Jelačić square and at the railway station. There is a taxi van service as well.

The main post office open 07.00 through to around 20.00 daily, and Saturdays from 07.00 to 14.00, and is located on main city promenade Korzo. Each post office offers postal, financial, philatelic and retail services.

Country code: +385 Area code: 051

The standard voltage is 230V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz. Two pronged continental plug (type C and F).