Istria is famously one of the most popular holiday destinations in all of Croatia and, as a result, there are plenty of resort towns, many of which have been built up as large developments. However, for those who are not as big a fan of package deals and sun holidays but, rather, seek out the more authentic, traditional, cultural, and historic aspects of a vacation destination, then there is still plenty to discover in the region. Traditionally the area inland, known as Green Istria, is where you’ll find peace and quiet and areas untouched by mass tourism while Blue Istria, the coastline, is the area that attracts great crowds of tourists during the summer months. Poreč and Rovinj, for example, are located along the coast of Istria and are Croatia's two most popular seaside resorts. As a result, you’ll have to compete with large crowds during the hottest months of the year. But that doesn’t mean that these towns are completely without charm, local flavour, and authenticity. In fact, the Old Town of Rovinj is one of the most beautiful in the country and the town, as a whole, is incredibly picturesque and rich in culture and historical heritage. So, if you can put up with the crowds during the summer or you’re planning on travelling off-season, you’ll discover that there is much more to this popular holiday destination than one might expect. Worth the hype, with something for everyone, browse our vacation rentals in Rovinj today and come discover its unique charms for yourself!
The Beaches
Rovinj, first of all, is just perfectly located along the Istrian Coast. In the area, there is a series of small bays, all of which are located within an easy walk from the centre of the town. As such, one can readily spend their days both enjoying sun and fun at the various nearby beaches, as well as exploring the town and enjoying her different charms. Among the beaches in the area, the nearest is Lone Bay, which is comprised of several coves and has the picturesque and distinct skyline of Rovinj for a backdrop. A relaxed and pretty spot, it is ideal for those who want easy access to a beach close to the town and anyone who might be bringing kids along for the day. There are various activities to be enjoyed on the beach, too, from sunning oneself and splashing around in the waters, to renting a bike or a boat to explore this picturesque part of the coastline.
Rovinj, first of all, is just perfectly located along the Istrian Coast. In the area, there is a series of small bays, all of which are located within an easy walk from the centre of the town. As such, one can readily spend their days both enjoying sun and fun at the various nearby beaches, as well as exploring the town and enjoying her different charms. Among the beaches in the area, the nearest is Lone Bay, which is comprised of several coves and has the picturesque and distinct skyline of Rovinj for a backdrop. A relaxed and pretty spot, it is ideal for those who want easy access to a beach close to the town and anyone who might be bringing kids along for the day. There are various activities to be enjoyed on the beach, too, from sunning oneself and splashing around in the waters, to renting a bike or a boat to explore this picturesque part of the coastline.
The Pretty Town
Simply wandering around the Old Town while on holiday in Rovinj is a wonderful activity in its own right as, as we have mentioned, it is a truly stunning place made up of colourful houses clustered together along winding cobblestone streets, little boutiques and eateries, bright wooden shutters, flowers in window boxes and different display boxes dotted throughout, glimpses of the glittering sea in the background, and lines of washing strung up high above the ground between buildings and wafting in the breeze. Truly a photographers’ dream and a picturesque gem, it is a place to forget daily worries and concerns, explore, and soak up your atmospheric surroundings. Just make sure you have plenty of space left on your devices for all of the photos that you will inevitably want to take and be sure to stop to grab a drink at a cafe and rest for a moment!
Simply wandering around the Old Town while on holiday in Rovinj is a wonderful activity in its own right as, as we have mentioned, it is a truly stunning place made up of colourful houses clustered together along winding cobblestone streets, little boutiques and eateries, bright wooden shutters, flowers in window boxes and different display boxes dotted throughout, glimpses of the glittering sea in the background, and lines of washing strung up high above the ground between buildings and wafting in the breeze. Truly a photographers’ dream and a picturesque gem, it is a place to forget daily worries and concerns, explore, and soak up your atmospheric surroundings. Just make sure you have plenty of space left on your devices for all of the photos that you will inevitably want to take and be sure to stop to grab a drink at a cafe and rest for a moment!
The Wonderful Tourist Attractions
Rovinj is home to a variety of fascinating tourist attractions including its aquarium, which dates all the way back to 1891, making it one of the oldest in all of Europe. In addition, there is the Town Museum with is archaeological findings, paintings, and sculptures, the open air art festival on the Ulica Grisia thoroughfare through the Old Town each summer summer, the stunning Baroque Church of St. Euphemia with its Venetian influences, the beautiful Balbi's Arch, the historic town walls, the charming City Palace, the various pretty churches and monasteries, the castle on St Andrew’s Island (a former monastery turned hotel), the Adris Gallery and its exhibitions of 20th century and contemporary Croatian artists, and much more besides. While none of these attractions are world-famous, per se, they are all incredibly interesting and charming and paint a picture of the rich, fascinating, and well-preserved history and culture of Rovinj.
Rovinj is home to a variety of fascinating tourist attractions including its aquarium, which dates all the way back to 1891, making it one of the oldest in all of Europe. In addition, there is the Town Museum with is archaeological findings, paintings, and sculptures, the open air art festival on the Ulica Grisia thoroughfare through the Old Town each summer summer, the stunning Baroque Church of St. Euphemia with its Venetian influences, the beautiful Balbi's Arch, the historic town walls, the charming City Palace, the various pretty churches and monasteries, the castle on St Andrew’s Island (a former monastery turned hotel), the Adris Gallery and its exhibitions of 20th century and contemporary Croatian artists, and much more besides. While none of these attractions are world-famous, per se, they are all incredibly interesting and charming and paint a picture of the rich, fascinating, and well-preserved history and culture of Rovinj.
The Natural Bounty
In addition to those excellent beaches that front and neighbour the town, there are many other natural gems in and around Rovinj. To properly explore the coast of Rovinj, one needs to proceed past the nearby beaches and also make their way to the Rovinj Islands and Coastal Area, a landscape that stretches from St. John's Cape to Barbariga and encompasses the around twenty different Rovinj islands and islets as well as the coastal area up to a distance of 500m from the coastline. Home to incredible beaches, pines, oaks, some 456 plant species, rich fauna, and more, this is an area of incredible natural beauty. In addition to this, if you don’t fancy getting on a boat to go exploring, there are other natural gems in the area such as the fascinating Palud Swamp – with its own rich flora and fauna and, in particular, its status as an ornithological reserve that is home to more than 220 different bird species – and the impossibly gorgeous lush greenery of the Golden Cape Forest Park. Furthermore, if you like going out and getting active in such lovely scenery then there is a whole host of activities to try out in and around the area including tennis, horseback riding, kayaking, angling and underwater fishing, scuba-diving, free-climbing, wind-surfing, and more!
So, if you’re looking for a destination that is heart-achingly lovely and full of things to see, do, eat, and explore then you should browse our villas in Rovinj and plan a vacation in Croatia today. Enjoy a holiday in Istria and discover all that this part of the country has to offer.
In addition to those excellent beaches that front and neighbour the town, there are many other natural gems in and around Rovinj. To properly explore the coast of Rovinj, one needs to proceed past the nearby beaches and also make their way to the Rovinj Islands and Coastal Area, a landscape that stretches from St. John's Cape to Barbariga and encompasses the around twenty different Rovinj islands and islets as well as the coastal area up to a distance of 500m from the coastline. Home to incredible beaches, pines, oaks, some 456 plant species, rich fauna, and more, this is an area of incredible natural beauty. In addition to this, if you don’t fancy getting on a boat to go exploring, there are other natural gems in the area such as the fascinating Palud Swamp – with its own rich flora and fauna and, in particular, its status as an ornithological reserve that is home to more than 220 different bird species – and the impossibly gorgeous lush greenery of the Golden Cape Forest Park. Furthermore, if you like going out and getting active in such lovely scenery then there is a whole host of activities to try out in and around the area including tennis, horseback riding, kayaking, angling and underwater fishing, scuba-diving, free-climbing, wind-surfing, and more!
So, if you’re looking for a destination that is heart-achingly lovely and full of things to see, do, eat, and explore then you should browse our villas in Rovinj and plan a vacation in Croatia today. Enjoy a holiday in Istria and discover all that this part of the country has to offer.