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Best of Rovinj with Bell Tower visit
Did you know that Rovinj was once an island? Have you heard of Croatian Atlantis? Did you know that prohibition and speakeasies existed in Rovinj centuries before those in the US? Where did the Croatian Titanic sink? Find out a lot of interesting stories and get familiar with the town of Rovinj!
If interested in a private tour, find out more here.
If interested in a private tour, find out more here.
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Book your spot for the tour and meet your guide at the Maršal Tito Square (main square) in front of the Boy with a fish statue for an interesting 1.5-hour introduction to Rovinj.
Rovinj is a fortified town that used to be on an island. Inside the Old Town, the narrow cobbled streets hide well-known attractions and hidden secrets. Be our guests and let us introduce you to the history and everyday life of this picturesque town with a special visit to the highest viewpoint in all of Istria - the St. Euphemia's Bell tower.
The tour is available in English and German. For a tour in another language please contact us!
Rovinj is a fortified town that used to be on an island. Inside the Old Town, the narrow cobbled streets hide well-known attractions and hidden secrets. Be our guests and let us introduce you to the history and everyday life of this picturesque town with a special visit to the highest viewpoint in all of Istria - the St. Euphemia's Bell tower.
The tour is available in English and German. For a tour in another language please contact us!
Highlights
- Tick off all Rovinj must-sees in a 1.5-hour walk
- Find out more about history and culture as well as the modern everyday life of Rovinj and Istria
- Get suggestions on how to spend the rest of your stay in Rovinj and Istria
- Enjoy the view from the Bell Tower viewpoint
Tour Dates and Times
TOURS IN ENGLISH
Jun 10th to Aug 31st Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at 10 am
Jun 10th to Aug 31st Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at 10 am
Destination
Rovinj
Departure Location
Next to the Boy with a fish at Maršal Tito Square
Return Location
Next to the Boy with a fish at Maršal Tito Square
Additional Information
Tour language: English and German
Booking information: Automatic confirmation if at least 12 hours in advance. For last minute bookings please send us a message.
This activity requires a minimum of 2 participants: If we do not reach that number, we will contact you to offer you different alternatives.
Price for tour in English: Adult (15-99) 35€; Youth (7-14) 17.50€; Child (0-6) 0€
Price for tour in German: Adult (15-99) 35€; Youth (7-14) 17,50€; Child (0-6) 0€
How to recognize the guide: Look for the orange umbrella.
Price includes
- 1.5-hour guidance around the Old Town
- Entrance fees mentioned in itinerary
- Guidance by a certified local guide with 500+ tours experience
Price does not include
- Gratuities (optional)
Best of Rovinj city tour requires a sign-up, so please sign up for the tour in advance. Feel free to check out our TripAdvisor reviews and do not hesitate to contact us with any questions you might have.
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Marshal Tito Square
Find your guide holding the orange umbrella next to the Boy with the fish statue to get an introduction to the tour and the city.
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Balbi’s Arch
The old town gate presents the most unusual lion in all of Rovinj.
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Town Hall
The most important administrative building in Rovinj has an interesting history.
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Matteoti Square
Did you know that once a year “someone” would be burned at the stake in the middle of this square and then hanged from the window of the library?
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Large Square
How large should the Large Square be?
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Grisia courtyard
What was it like to live in Rovinj a couple of centuries ago and why should you always keep good relationships with your neighbours?
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St. Benedict’s Church
Religion always was important in Rovinj but most of the churches nowadays have a different purpose.
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Great Pier
Fishing, sailing, trading - Rovinj was always closely related to the sea.
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Savicentska Street
The “Lightning Street” of Rovinj!
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Viewpoint
Enjoy breathtaking views of Rovinj and the surrounding region while listening to the story of an island that vanished - the Croatian Atlantis!
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St. Euphemia’s Church
The landmark church that can be seen from all around tells us a story of a saint that miraculously came to Rovinj and even today guards its citizens from storms.
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An alley that ends up with a - splash!
Learn why you should watch your step while walking the streets at night.
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Spacio Matika
Prohibition existed in Rovinj hundreds of years ago but people still found a way to enjoy the forbidden goods.
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Market
Istria is a heaven for gourmets - fine truffles, finer wines, and the finest olive oils in the world.
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Theatre Antonio Gandusio
The Austrian rule brought prosperity and development to Rovinj making it the perfect holiday destination for the wealthy. Did you know that there was a direct train line from Vienna to Rovinj?
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WWII Partisans monument
Italian fascism, German nazism, Yugoslavian communism, and a couple of brutal wars - the 20th century was rough for Rovinj.
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Square on the Bridge
All good things must come to an end. But hey, did we tell you the story of the largest naval disaster in our history?
