Rijeka
Croatia
- Safety rating
- 8.6/10
- Best time to visit
- May to September for warm weather, or February for the famous Rijeka Carnival.
- Population
- 0.1M
Overview
Croatia's principal port and a former European Capital of Culture, Rijeka offers gritty maritime character, grand boulevards, and the hilltop Trsat Castle. Its lively Carnival is among Europe's largest pre-Lenten celebrations.
Top attractions
Stroll the Korzo promenade, visit Trsat Castle, and explore the maritime museum.
Getting around
The center is walkable, with city buses serving the hills and surrounding towns.