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Population:Approximately: 170,000

Currency:Kuna HRK = 100 lipa

Opening hours:Shops in Rijeka are generallyopen Monday through Friday from8am - 8pm, and from 8am - 1pmon Saturdays. They are closed onSundays. The central market isopen daily until 2pm. Banks keepsimilar hours. The main branchesare open from 8am to 7pm, whilesmaller offices open until 1pm.Some open in the afternoons

Internet:www.tz-rijeka.hrwww.croatia.hrwww.e-rijeka.com

Newspapers:VjesnikJutarnji ListVecernji List

Emergency numbers:Police: 92Fire: 93Medical: 94Sea rescue: 9155

Tourist information:Tourist Office for the City ofRijeka:Uzarska 14,51000 RijekaTel: +385 (0)51 351 710Email: [email protected]

RIJEKAPUBLISHING DATE: 2007-11-01 | COUNTRY CODE: HRContents: The City, Do & See, Eating, Cafés, Bars & Nightlife, Shopping,Sleeping, Essential Information, Maps

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RIJEKATucked in a sheltered bay off the Adriatic Sea on the westcoast of Croatia, Rijeka revolves around its university and itssailing. Yachts can usually be seen in its waters, and itsregatta, along with its carnival, is the largest in Croatia. Atown of large squares, lavish period architecture andchurches is also a thriving free port town and home tonumerous highly regarded art galleries, exhibition halls andstylish restaurants. Its historically important Trsat castlehosts cultural events throughout the year.

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THE CITY #THECITY#

Rijeka is a bustling, cosmopolitan towncharacterised by its fabulous history, itscultural edge and its waterborne leisureand industry activities. It can trace itsroots back to prehistoric times, throughvarious centuries of conflicts, rulingdynasties and countries, and periods ofarchitecture change. Today, manybuildings from these periods can be found,especially around the Korzo and the Rivaavenues in the heart of the town.

It was known as Tarsattica city in Romantimes, St. Vito’s Reka in the 17th century,and, as Rijeka when it became a free portin 1719. During this time the city’sprosperity as a centre for industry andshipping grew. In the 19th century itbecame the eighth largest port in Europe.In 1970 Rijeka opened its first airport onthe island of Krk, and its tourism, businesssector and university flourished.

Throughout the periods Trsat castle inUlica Zrinskog, built in the19th century,supremely guarded the city as it doestoday. Following a renovation in the 1960sit became the centre of the culturalactivities in the town. Events includefestivals and exhibitions, which are heldalmost continuously and often involve themany other art galleries, museums, sportscentres and exhibition halls found in thecity.

DO & SEE #DOANDSEE#

The Palac Komuna ReckogThe oldest town hall building in the region,the Palac Komuna Reckog is a gloriousBaroque style building and a ’must see’feature of the town.

Address: Giovanni Kobler, Palazzo ComunaleUnderground: To Giovanni Kobler SquarePhone: +385 (0)51 351 710Internet: www.tz-rijeka.hr

City Clock TowerLook out for Rijeka’s landmark towerwhich, despite being surrounded bybuilding of several storeys in height alongthe Korzo throughfare, still dominates theskyline.

Address: KorzoUnderground: Zabica SquarePhone: +385 (0)51 351 710Internet: www.tz-rijeka.hr

Our Lady Of Trsat And Trsat CastleA church and Franciscan monestary, theLady of Trsat contains important relgiousartefacts, and leads the way to Trsat castleperched on a hill overlooking Rijeka.

Address: Gospa Trsatska and Ulica ZrinskoUnderground: To Ulica Zrinsko, TrsatPhone: +385 (0)51 217 714Internet: www.tz-rijeka.hr

Natural History MuseumFounded by natural scientist Dr JosefRoman Lorenz, the museum celebratesgeology and the sea, and is the only one ofits kind in the Rijeka region.

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Address: 1 Lorenzov ProlazUnderground: To Lorenzov ProlazPhone: +385 (0)51 351 710Internet: www.prirodoslovni.com

Museum Of Modern And ContemporaryArtLocated on the top floor of the UniversityLibrary, the museum has an extensivecollection of 19th and 20th centurynational works, along with anthologicalpieces of Croatian’s art pioneers.

Address: Rijeka University, Dolac 1/11Underground: To Dolac SquarePhone: +385 (0)51 334 280Internet: www.mmsu.hr

Maritime And Historial Museum OfCoastal CroatiaThe oldest musuem in Rijeka founded inthe 1870s, it displays important documentsrelating to Rijeka’s role in Croatia’smaritme history.

Address: Governor’s Palace, Muzejski Square 1/1Underground: To Muzejski SquarePhone: +385 (0)51 213 578Internet: www.ppmhp.hr

Cathedral Of St VitusA landmark Baroque building on the UlicaIvana Zajca thoroughfare, it is the churchof the patron saint of the city. Itshighlights include a 13th century Gothiccrucifix.

Address: Grivica SquareUnderground: Grivica SquarePhone: +385 (0)51 351 710Internet: www.tz-rijeka.hr

City MuseumLinked to the maritime museum by anarcade, the City Museum is home to acollection of stone statues and monumentsfrom Rijeka’s history.

Address: Governor’s Palace, Muzejski Square 1/1Underground: To Muzejski SquarePhone: +385 (0)51 336 711

Roman ArchLocated near the Cathedral of St Vitus, theRoman arch ruin is believed to have been a

gate to the once walled city.

Address: Grivica SquareUnderground: Grivica SquarePhone: +385 (0)51 351 710Internet: www.tz-rijeka.hr

EATING #EATING#

Rijeka has many restaurants, inns andtaverns serving Croatian delicacies as wellas European dishes from which to choose.Among the local dishes to look out for arebuzara, a recipe where scampi is cooked ina tomato, onion and herb sauce, alongwith oysters, spicy meat stuffed cabbageknown as sarma, and paprika flavouredsalami (kulen). Desserts include palacinka,a pancake filled with chocolate or nuts.

BonaviaA menu of local meat and fish dishes isoffered at this hotel restaurant in thecentre of Rijeka.

Address: DolacUnderground: To DolacPhone: +385 (0)51 357 100

MunicipiumPopular with locals, this restaurant is nearthe town hall specialises in Croatiancuisine.

Address: Rijecke Revolucije SquareUnderground: Grivica SquarePhone: +385 (0)51 213 000

FeralThe nautical theme of this restaurant isbefitting for the menu of fresh fishesdishes.



Address: Milice Jadranic 2Underground: Jadranski SquarePhone: +385 (0)51 618 458 or 642 281

Na KantunuAn informal restaurant that is close to thewaters edge and serves excellent snacksand light meals.

Address: Demetrova 2Underground: Jelacicev SquarePhone: +385 (0)51 313 271

EXCLUSIVEContinentalAn elegant restaurant serving local andInternational cuisine

Address: Šetalište Andrije Kacica Miošica 1Underground: To Zabica SquarePhone: +385 (0)51 216 477

MID-RANGEStari Grad RestaurantA traditionally styled Croatian restaurantthat serves good fish and seafoord dishes.

Address: Slogin Kula 5Underground: Zabica SqaurePhone: +385 (0)51 213 300

BASICNebulozaA choice of light snacks at good prices isoffered at this town centre eaterie.

Address: Titov trg 2bUnderground: Titoy SquarePhone: +385 (0)51 372 294

CAFÉS #CAFES#

HambyA spacious and bright café that servessome good pancakes, sandwiches and

snacks.

Address: Ante Starcevica 11Underground: To Pavla Rittera VitezovicaPhone: +395 (0)51 330 653

GradinaVisit this café atop a hill in Trsat andoverlooking Rijeka. The café is inside theElliptical Tower of he fortress.

Address: Petra Zrinskog bb, Trsatska GradinaPhone: +385 (0)98 21 31 24

ParisA lively pizzeria that serves a wide range ofthin and crusty pizzas and shakes.

Address: Šetalište Joakima Rakovca 2aUnderground: RakovcaPhone: +385 (0)51 219 183

Sardela SnackA pleasingly presented little café thatserves freshly prepared sandwiches, cafesand pastries.

Address: Riva Boduli 7bUnderground: RivaPhone: +385 (0)51 091 915

BARS & NIGHTLIFE #BARSANDNIGHTLIFE#

Rijeka has a lively urban culture thatattracts many young Croatians to itsbar-cum-nightclubs. Eveningentertainment can also be found in itscasinos, restaurants and at venues thathost theatre, musicals and cultural events.

Retro Rock PubA themed nightspot that can usually befound full of young people into the early



hours.

Address: Dolac 8aUnderground: DolacPhone: +385 (0)51 098 285

Opium Buddha BarA popular nightclub and bar on the mainthoroughfare that runs along the water’sedge.

Address: Riva 14Underground: Riva / Zabica SquarePhone: +385 (0)51 336 397

River Pub ClubPopular with young residents of the Rijeka,the River Pub Club is atmospheric with awide range of drinks and light snacks.

Address: Frana Supila 12Underground: Jadranska SquarePhone: +385 (0)51 213 406

El RioOne of the liveliest venues for night timemusic and dancing with friends, and rightin the centre of town.

Address: Jadranski trg 4cUnderground: Jadranska SquarePhone: +385 (0)51 214 428

Phanas PubBright, lively and right near the waterside,Phanas is popular with the trendy youngpeople of the town.

Address: Ivana Zajca 9Underground: Rive BoduliPhone: +385 (0)51 312 377

SHOPPING #SHOPPING#

Rijeka is an eclectic mix of specialist little

shops where everything from jewellery andhaute couture fashions to antiques, itemsfor the home and crafts such as locallymade ceramics and paintings can be found.It has lively markets selling householdgoods, clothing and hardware items, alongwith fresh local cheeses, hams, fruit andvegetables that are a magnet for localresidents who like to catch up with friendsas well as shop. Its central market is opendaily until 2pm, while on Sunday it’s openuntil 12 noon and the Brajda market until6pm. Rijeka also has some sophisticatedshopping centres, especially around thepedestrianised Korzo and the Rivathoroughfare in the centre of the town.Both attract trendy local buyers as well asvisitors to the city.

SLEEPING #SLEEPING#

EXCLUSIVEGrand Hotel BonaviaA town centre hotel that is one of the bestin Rijeka and has luxury amenities such asa fine dining restaurant, internet accessand beautifully presented guest rooms.

Address: Dolac 4Phone: +385 (0)51 357 10Internet: www.bonavia.hr

GOOD VALUEHotel JadranWith panoramic views out over the seafrom most rooms, this small, modern hotelis popular with visitors to the town.



Address: Šetalište trinaeste. divizije 46Phone: +385 (0)51 216 600, Double room: from 450 kunaInternet: www.jadran-hoteli.hr

Hotel ContinentalClose to the town centre and housed in aglorious 19th century building, this largehotel is the oldest in Rijeka and offers wellpresented rooms, a cosy restaurant and aconvenient location.

Address: Šetalište Andrije Kacica-Miošica 1Phone: +385 (0)51 372 008, Double room: from 400 kunaInternet: www.jadran-hoteli.hr

BASICOmladinski Hostel RijekaOffering good, clean hostel accommodationthat is close to the centre of Rijeka, theOmladinski is a popular venue.

Address: Šetalište XIII. divizije 23Phone: +385 (0)51 406 420

NeboderA tall building that is part of the CroatianCultural Centre, the Neboder is in centralRijeka and a good base for sightseeing.

Address: Strossmayerova 1Phone: +385 (0)51 373 538

ESSENTIAL INFORMATION

AirportsRijeka’s international airport (tel: +385(0)51 842 132) is on the island of Krk,30km from the city centre and served bytaxis stationed outside, buses and car hirecompanies. Typically, a taxi journey will bearound 60 kuna, plus a charge for luggage.

Public transportThe best way to get around Rijeka citycentre is often on foot, but taxis, busesand hire cars can make the journey easier.Petrol stations open from 7am to 7pm or8pm every day, later in high season. Therail station is in Krešimirova Street 5 (tel:+385 (0)60 333 4444 for information),while the bus station is located at ŽabicaSquare (tel:+ 385 (0)60 302 010 or visitwww.autotrans.hr for timetables) .Scheduled bus lines connect Rijeka withbigger Croatian and European cities.

TaxiTaxis are available from three points in thecity, the bus station (tel: +385 (0)51 335138), in Matije Gupca Street (tel: +385(0)51 335 417) and at the railway station(+385 (0)51 332 893).

PharmacyPharmacies are generally open 8am to1pm and from around 3pm to 7pm daily,except Sunday. Out of hours is on a rotabasis displayed at the premises. Telephone94 (local number) in the event of anemergency.

DentistDentists are generally open 8am to 1pmand from around 3pm to 7pm daily, exceptSunday. Out of hours is on a rota basisdisplayed at the premises. Telephone 94(local number) in the event of anemergency

Post OfficeThe main post office is in Corso 13 andopen 7am through to around 9pm daily,and Sundays from 7am to 2pm. Smallerbranches are open until 7pm.

TelephoneCountry code: 385



Area code: 051 for Rijeka

Telephone boxes take only chip cardswhich can be purchased in post offices andnews-stands.

Electricity220 volts, 50 Hz. Two and three-pin plugsare standard.

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