Rijeka, Croatia - Travel Guide

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Updated: 2026-10-11

Rijeka is a vibrant Croatian port city, known for its impressive Austro-Hungarian architecture, alternative art scene, and colorful annual carnival. Come experience its unique blend of maritime history, modern culture, and beautiful Adriatic Sea views.

Top things to do in Rijeka

Things to do in Rijeka include Trsat Castle, Our Lady of Trsat's Sanctuary, Maritime and Historical Museum of the Croatian Coast. Here are 15 places worth knowing, with a short note on each.

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A sample 3-day itinerary for Rijeka

Here is what 3 days in Rijeka look like when the planner builds them - arriving at noon on the first day and flying home at noon on the last. Stops are grouped by proximity so no day doubles back, and the same route can be built for any length, from two days to a week.

Day 1Arrival at noon

Stops
5
  1. 1
    Our Lady of Trsat's Sanctuary
    200 m (🚶 3 min)
  2. 2
    Trsat CastleCastle · Trsat
    900 m
  3. 3
    Natural History MuseumNatural history museum
    150 m (🚶 3 min)
  4. 4
    Peek & Poke - "Museum" of old computersMuseum
    300 m (🚶 6 min)
  5. 5
    Petar Kružić staircaseStairs
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Day 2

Stops
7
  1. 1
    KorzoStreet · City Center
    100 m
  2. 2
    The City Clock Tower
    100 m
  3. 3
    Rijeka Resolution Square
    50 m
  4. 4
    The Roman Arch
    300 m
  5. 5
    Governor's PalacePalace · City Center
    150 m (🚶 6 min)
  6. 6
    Rijeka TunnelCity Center
    250 m (🚶 6 min)
  7. 7
    Rijeka City MuseumMuseum · City Center
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Day 3Return at noon

Stops
4
  1. 1
    St. Vitus CathedralCity Center
    250 m
  2. 2
    Capuchin Church of Our Lady of LourdesChurch · City Center
    500 m
  3. 3
    Modern and Contemporary Art MuseumArt museum
    850 m (🚶 12 min)
  4. 4
    Maritime and Historical Museum of the Croatian CoastMuseum
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The route assumes the first day starts at noon, after you land, and the last ends at noon, before your flight. It is an example: with your dates the planner builds a route around your landing and your flight home, real opening hours, how you get around and your own preferences.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top things to do in Rijeka?

Trsat Castle, Our Lady of Trsat's Sanctuary, Maritime and Historical Museum of the Croatian Coast, Peek & Poke - "Museum" of old computers, Rijeka City Museum, Modern and Contemporary Art Museum and 9 more. Trsat Castle: An ancient castle offering spectacular panoramic views of the city and bay, with beautiful gardens and a chapel.

What can you do in 3 days in Rijeka?

Day 1: Our Lady of Trsat's Sanctuary, Trsat Castle, Natural History Museum, Peek & Poke - "Museum" of old computers. Day 2: Korzo, The City Clock Tower, Rijeka Resolution Square, The Roman Arch. Day 3: St. Vitus Cathedral, Capuchin Church of Our Lady of Lourdes, Modern and Contemporary Art Museum, Maritime and Historical Museum of the Croatian Coast.

Which museums are worth visiting in Rijeka?

Museums worth visiting in Rijeka: Maritime and Historical Museum of the Croatian Coast, Peek & Poke - "Museum" of old computers, Rijeka City Museum (City Center), Modern and Contemporary Art Museum and Natural History Museum.

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