About Rijeka
Rijeka is one of Croatia's major cities, home to around 107,964 people.
Best time
May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds
Weather
Temperate, with warm summers and cool winters
Experiences
Things to do in Rijeka
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Trsat Castle
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City Tower
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Maritime and Historical Museum of the Croatian Coast
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Rijeka’s beaches
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Parks and promenades
Budget travel
Free things to do in Rijeka
Rijeka’s beaches
Parks and promenades
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
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Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Trsat Castle
- Visit City Tower
- Visit Maritime and Historical Museum of the Croatian Coast
- Eat at Restaurants
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Rijeka’s beaches
- Visit Parks and promenades
- Eat at Taverns
Where to eat
Local favourites
Restaurants
There are numerous restaurants offering domestic and international food. Try some of their local fish specialties and also meat and vegetari
Taverns
Experience the relaxed atmosphere of Rijeka’s taverns which in a typical local environment will offer you their specialties at moderate pric
Makrovega
Buffet Nostalgija
Index
Restaurant Capote y Ole.
Spanish cuisine
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
Grand Hotel Bonavia
The 125-year-old and completely refurbished 4-star hotel in the heart of Rijeka. First class accommodation consists of 114 air-conditioned r
Hotel Jadran
A four-star establishment by the sea. It was reopened in December 2005 after thorough reconstruction. It has 66 single and double bedrooms.
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Hotel Continental
A three-star hotel built in 1888 with 37 double bedrooms, 1 single bedroom and 4 hotel suites on two floors. All rooms are equipped with a T
Hotel Neboder
Renovated in 2007, this 14-storey hotel is part of the complex of the Croatian Cultural Centre. The best part about the hotel is the amazing
Ivan Goran Kovačić Student Dormitories
A well-connected complex of multiple student dormitories. Quite cheap, even in the summer season. It is connected with two bus stops which a
Shopping
- Rijeka’s main market – Placa
Nightlife
- complete list of coffee shops and clubs
Museums & culture
- Trsat Castle
- Maritime and Historical Museum of the Croatian Coast
In pictures
Rijeka gallery
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