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May 14, 2024 · These are the top 10 things to do in Rijeka: 1. Visit Trsat Castle and the Church of Our Lady. This impressive castle is perched high up on a hill, and it’s one of the best things to do in Rijeka. It was once home to Croatia’s first king.
- Museum of Modern & Contemporary Art. Art. Contemporary art. Rijeka. Currently the poster boy of Rijeka’s cultural scene on account of its recent move to new premises in the ex-industrial Benčić complex, the museum has one of the richest collections of contemporary art anywhere in Croatia.
- Rijeka Carnival. Rijeka Carnival Croatia’s main annual public celebration, February’s Rijeka Carnival now attracts some 100,000 visitors to the city centre.
- Municipium. 5 out of 5 stars. Restaurants. Mediterranean. Rijeka. price 2 of 4. Recommended. Municipium is set in a grand Habsburg-era building, tucked away in a quiet courtyard right in the centre of town.
- King's Caffe. 5 out of 5 stars. Bars and pubs. Pubs. Rijeka. price 2 of 4. Recommended. The first of Rijeka’s café-bars to get really serious about craft beer, this is still one of the best places to enjoy a pint or two.
What To Eat and Drink in Rijeka, Croatia. Here’s a ‘lil travel guide to what to eat and drink when you visit Rijeka, promising a feast for your taste buds. Seafood Delights. 1. Fresh Adriatic Fish Rijeka’s location along the coast ensures a steady supply of fresh fish, which you can find grilled, boiled, or baked at local restaurants ...
- Istria’s truffles. Inland from Rijeka is the nearby town of Istria. It’s famous for asparagus, but even more so for its black and white truffles. Tip: Truffles aren’t considered just for the wealthy here in Croatia since they grow in abundance.
- Asparagus. If you’re an omelet enthusiast, ask for an asparagus (and truffle) fritaja when eating breakfast in Rijeka. That way you’ll get to taste one of the most delicious asparagus picked in the wild.
- Trešnje (sweet cherries) Summertime is ripe for large, sweet cherries from the town of Lovran. Buy a couple of pounds, and enjoy them as a snack while you’re sitting by the seaside.
- Anything with chestnuts. Lovran is also known for its sweet chestnuts in the autumn. Try chestnut desserts and cakes made with chestnut puree. If you decide to hunt for chestnuts yourself, there’s a Croatian belief that carrying three chestnuts with you at all times will bring you luck.
- Enjoy the Views from Trsat Castle. Perched high above the charming medieval town after which it's named, Trsat Castle (Gradina Trsat) — along with the neighboring Our Lady of Trsat church — offers some of the best views in Croatia.
- Climb the Petar Druzic Stairway. Part of the historically important pilgrimage path to the Church of Our Lady of Trsat (Gospa Trsatske), climbing the Petar Druzic Stairway (Stube Petra Kružića) is a must-do when walking the old city's many pleasant lanes and alleys.
- Make a Pilgrimage to Our Lady of Trsat. Long a pilgrimage site that has attracted large numbers of followers over the years, the Church of Our Lady of Trsat (Gospa Trsat) is famous for its "miraculous" icon of Mary.
- Visit PEEK&POKE Computer Museum. Visiting this one-of-a-kind museum has become one of the most popular things to do in Rijeka. Covering two stories, it is filled with more than 2,000 old computers, hand-held games, printers, gaming consoles, and other relics of technology's great leap forward in the last three decades.
Here are the best free events in Rijeka this season. Written by. Time Out contributors. The 2020 European Capital of Culture Rijeka is filled with great happenings. While many of them require...
Mar 11, 2020 · Croatia's best food and drink experiences. Sep 28, 2022 • 5 min read. Croats are passionate about food. With such a delectable blend of cuisines, foodie culture is on the rise here. Here’s what to eat and drink in Croatia.
