Rovinj
Rovinj, on Croatia's Istrian coast, is a beach resort and working fishing port whose old town once stood on an island.
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Rovinj sits on the west coast of the Istrian peninsula in western Croatia, facing the north Adriatic. It is a beach resort and an active fishing port at once. The old town was once an island, and the channel to the mainland was filled in only in 1763. The Baroque Church of St Euphemia, built from 1728 to 1736, dominates the skyline, and its bell tower was modeled on the campanile in Venice's St Mark's Square. Venice ruled the town from 1283 until 1797.
The town is officially bilingual in Croatian and Italian, so town names and signs appear in both languages. Peak season runs from May to September, when bars, restaurants and galleries stay open long hours. The sea is warmer than 20 °C from mid-June to September, and summer beds are often overbooked, so book ahead. Pula is 40 km away, and in summer a direct ferry from Venice takes about 2.5 hours one way.
Rovinj in five
- Climb the St. Euphemia bell tower before sunsetThe campanile rises 62 m above the old town, with about 192 irregular but sturdy steps. The tourist board suggests going 30 to 45 minutes before sunset for light over the islands and Lim Bay.Rovinj in 2 days
- Walk the old town early, in flat shoesThe old town once stood on its own island, and the channel was filled in during 1763. It has no cars, and the tourist board warns that polished limestone turns slippery after rain.
- Swim in Golden Cape Forest ParkThe 120 ha park south of the harbor was planted from 1890 and has bays at Lone and Škaraba. The tourist board calls Lone Bay the most visited town bathing spot, so go in the morning.
- Take the hourly boats to the islandsBoats to St. Andrew and St. Catherine run hourly from the center, roughly 15 and 5 minutes by the tourist board's figures. Check the last return before you land.
- Choose Rovinj, Pula or Poreč before you bookThe three towns share the Istrian coast but differ in size, sights and beaches. The comparison page sets out which fits a first trip.Rovinj, Pula or Poreč
Need to know
- Airport
- Pula (PUY) is the nearest; then bus or taxi
- Getting there
- Bus from Pula, Rijeka and Zagreb to the station near the center
- Getting around
- On foot in the old town; bike routes to the Golden Cape
- Best base
- Old town or the hotel side near Lone Bay
- Time needed
- 2 days; 3 with Pula or Lim Bay
Weather by month
- Rainy days
- Best
- Good
- Mixed
- Poor
- JanuaryPartly cloudy9 rainy daysHigh9°Low5°Cold, quietJanuaryPartly cloudy
Poor
- High
- 9°
- Low
- 5°
- Precipitation
- 73 mm
- Rainy days
- 9
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Cold, quiet
- FebruaryPartly cloudy9 rainy daysHigh11°Low6°Cold, quietFebruaryPartly cloudy
Mixed
- High
- 11°
- Low
- 6°
- Precipitation
- 91 mm
- Rainy days
- 9
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Cold, quiet
- MarchPartly cloudy10 rainy daysHigh13°Low8°Cool, quietMarchPartly cloudy
Mixed
- High
- 13°
- Low
- 8°
- Precipitation
- 77 mm
- Rainy days
- 10
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Cool, quiet
- AprilPartly cloudy9 rainy daysHigh16°Low11°Spring, freshAprilPartly cloudy
Good
- High
- 16°
- Low
- 11°
- Precipitation
- 81 mm
- Rainy days
- 9
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Spring, fresh
- MayRain14 rainy daysHigh20°Low15°Warm, calmMayRain
Good
- High
- 20°
- Low
- 15°
- Precipitation
- 123 mm
- Rainy days
- 14
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Warm, calm
- JuneClear8 rainy daysHigh26°Low20°Warm seaJuneClear
Best
- High
- 26°
- Low
- 20°
- Precipitation
- 76 mm
- Rainy days
- 8
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Warm sea
- JulyClear9 rainy daysHigh28°Low22°Hot, busiestJulyClear
Best
- High
- 28°
- Low
- 22°
- Precipitation
- 67 mm
- Rainy days
- 9
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Hot, busiest
- AugustClear7 rainy daysHigh28°Low22°Hot, busiestAugustClear
Best
- High
- 28°
- Low
- 22°
- Precipitation
- 84 mm
- Rainy days
- 7
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Hot, busiest
- SeptemberRain11 rainy daysHigh24°Low18°Warm sea, calmerSeptemberRain
Best
- High
- 24°
- Low
- 18°
- Precipitation
- 161 mm
- Rainy days
- 11
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Warm sea, calmer
- OctoberPartly cloudy10 rainy daysHigh19°Low14°Mild, quieterOctoberPartly cloudy
Good
- High
- 19°
- Low
- 14°
- Precipitation
- 126 mm
- Rainy days
- 10
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Mild, quieter
- NovemberRain12 rainy daysHigh14°Low10°Wet, quietNovemberRain
Poor
- High
- 14°
- Low
- 10°
- Precipitation
- 145 mm
- Rainy days
- 12
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Wet, quiet
- DecemberPartly cloudy11 rainy daysHigh11°Low7°Cold, quietDecemberPartly cloudy
Poor
- High
- 11°
- Low
- 7°
- Precipitation
- 116 mm
- Rainy days
- 11
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Cold, quiet
Average daily high and low in Rovinj, 2016–2025. Rainy day: 1 mm of rain or more.
Right now in Rovinj
Local time, today's weather and the exchange rate, refreshed through the day.
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- Feels like
- 9°
- Humidity
- 61%
- Wind
- 12 km/h
- Chance of rain
- 15%
Rovinj
09:47 PM
Monday, November 2
- Today17°10°15%Monday: Cloudy. High 17°, Low 10°. Chance of rain 15%.
- Tue17°10°8%Tuesday: Cloudy. High 17°, Low 10°. Chance of rain 8%.
- Wed16°7°8%Wednesday: Cloudy. High 16°, Low 7°. Chance of rain 8%.
- Thu16°7°3%Thursday: Clear. High 16°, Low 7°. Chance of rain 3%.
- Fri16°5°6%Friday: Cloudy. High 16°, Low 5°. Chance of rain 6%.
- Sat13°9°14%Saturday: Rain. High 13°, Low 9°. Chance of rain 14%.
- Sun15°11°23%Sunday: Rain. High 15°, Low 11°. Chance of rain 23%.
Updated 06:54 PM local time · Weather data by Open-Meteo.com
Every year
- FebRijeka CarnivalRijeka, a day trip
Day trips by train
- Pulaby bus or carThe Roman Arena, the Temple of Augustus and the Arch of the Sergii.Read the guide
- Lim Bayby boat cruiseA 12 km flooded valley with oyster farms and steep green banks.
- Dvigrad23 km from Rovinj by roadA medieval town abandoned in the 17th century, near Kanfanar.
Before you go to Rovinj
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Rules for Rovinj, checked
- Rovinj Bus Station, Trg na Lokvi 6, is a few minutes from the waterfront, with luggage storage and buses to Zagreb, Rijeka and Pula.Checked Oct 2, 2026 · Source
- Dvigrad, the ruins of a medieval city abandoned in the 17th century, lies 23 km from Rovinj at the foot of Kanfanar.Checked Oct 2, 2026 · Source
Rovinj FAQ
How many days do you need in Rovinj?
Two days cover the old town, the tower, the Golden Cape and an island boat. A single day suits a stop between Poreč and Pula; a third day opens Lim Bay or Dvigrad.
Is Rovinj worth visiting?
Yes for a photogenic old town, swimming from rocky coves and a calm pace out of season. It gets crowded in July and August, so shoulder months work better for walking.
Is Rovinj better than Pula?
Rovinj is smaller and prettier for evenings and swimming. Pula has the Roman Arena and more day-to-day city life. Many trips use Rovinj as a base and visit Pula for a day.
Where should you stay in Rovinj?
In the old town for atmosphere, near the Golden Cape for forest and coves, or at Kuvi Bay for resort facilities. The where-to-stay guide compares the four main choices.
Does Rovinj have sandy beaches?
Mostly rocky and pebbly coves, with flat rocks at the Golden Cape and gravel at Kuvi Bay. For sand, choose another coast; for clear water and shade, the Golden Cape works well.