Discover Croatia on Holidays in Rovinj

Getting there and getting around

Flights to Rovinj have become easily accessible in recent years, Croatia is home to eight major airports with Pula Airport being the closest to Rovinj. Flights depart from Dublin, Durham Tees Valley, Edinburgh, Glasgow, the London airports and Manchester Airport, giving you some flexibility as to where you fly from. Many low cost carriers operate flights to Rovinj with Fly Globespan and Ryanair being the most popular. Most tourists who opt to take Rovinj holidays tend to bring their walking shoes and discover the resort by foot. There is so much to see especially in the old town, therefore hiring a car or jumping in a taxi could mean you miss out on a lot of things.

Things to do

Known as ‘Europe’s best kept secret,’ Croatia is a haven for sightseers. Rovinj offers a picturesque holiday destination that features spectacular views and is a sheer pleasure to visit. The old town in Rovinj is a fantastic peaceful spot up on a hill, boasting winding alleyways and topped by St. Euphemia’s church, a lovely walk and a fascinating church to visit. Perhaps you would prefer to take a trip to the harbour, the harbour by comparison is buzzing and boisterous with plenty of the usual boat trips to keep you occupied. You can hire a bike and head along the coast to the South for some nicer swimming areas or just grab a space on the rocks down below the church to catch some summer rays. Having the flexibility to do what you like, when you like, is one of the best things about holidays to Rovinj, Croatia is known as a diverse and care free holiday destination and Rovinj holidays are no different.

Food and drink

Food and drink in Croatia tends to pretty simple, and is typically easy to prepare but delicious nonetheless. People from Rovinj eat food that is very similar to Italian cuisine such as pasta and pizzas. In Croatia the day's main meal usually consists of meat or fish, potatoes and rice or corn. However in coastal regions, the main meal for breakfast is often a light option called "marenda," consisting of fish, cheese and bread. There is a handful of restaurants in Rovinj serving British favourites, however Croatian locals prefer their visiting guests to sample their traditional cuisine.