ROVINJ TRAVEL GUIDE | 10 things to do in Rovinj, Croatia on a Day Trip from Pula

Come join us as we visit Rovinj, Croatia in this travel guide highlighting 10 things to do on a day trip from Pula. Located only 40 minutes away from Pula by bus taking a day trip to Rovinj is something we'd highly recommend. Instead of ticking off attractions Rovinj is a place to explore slowly by foot where you can enjoy getting lost in the old town wandering down back-alleys. Sip on cappuccinos, gobble gelato and eat pizza & pasta before ending your day by watching sunset over the adriatic.
Rovinj Travel Guide (Rovigno)
1) Coffee (cappuccinos) and cake at Hotel Adriatic
2) Walking along waterfront and marina of Rovinj for great views
3) Wandering along the narrow alleys of Rovinj and getting lost
4) Seaside restaurant for lunch to eat pizza and pasta (Stella di Mare)
5) Befriending the local stray cats
6) Market of Rovinj to people watch and buy truffles
7) Visiting the artist market
8) Checking out the Church of St. Euphemia in Rovinj
9) Having Gelato for a snack
10) Watching sunset with drinks and snacks at Puntulina
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Our visit Rovinj travel guide documentary covers some of the top attractions including a food guide, top sightseeing tourist attractions and the city by day including visiting markets, churches, the old town and along the waterfront. We also cover off-the-beaten-path outdoor activities you won't find in a typical Rovinj tourism brochure, Rovinj itinerary or Rovinj, Istria city tour.
10 things to do in Rovinj, Croatia Travel Guide | Rovigno Day Trip from Pula Transcript:
Today we are heading on a day trip. How exciting. Yes. So we've been based in Pula for a little while. Yep. And today we are going to Rovinj (Rovigno). It is only like 30 or 40 minutes away by bus. Yeah. So it is going to make for an awesome day trip. We've basically scheduled the whole day in Rovinj. We are leaving in the morning and we're probably going to come back after sunset.
After eating breakfast, we decided to do a little bit of exploring along the waterfront. We walked the full length of the marina stopping to take photos of the brightly painted buildings with matching window shutters, plus rows and rows of boats. Then once we reached the end, we were treated to these postcard-perfect shots of Rovinj from a distance.
A fun fact about Rovinj: though it’s now connected to the mainland, this once used to be an island. It was connected in 1763 as part of a land reclamation project under the Venetian Empire, which also explains why certain parts of the city may remind you of Venice.
After wandering around for a few hours, it was finally time for lunch, so we returned to the waterfront looking for a seaside restaurant.
Audrey had the shrimp risotto, I had shrimp pizza, and yes, we both shared with the cats, who had learned to swat if you approached empty-handed.
Atop the hill, we reached St. Euphemia’s Church. If you’re feeling particularly brave, you can even try climbing the bell tower’s infamous creaking wooden steps. Such are the steps’ reputation, that there’s even a bulletin board inside the church with photos of what to expect. We didn’t make it to the top, thought I was happy to settle for terrace views.
Later that afternoon, the skies finally cleared, so we enjoyed another walk along the harbour as well as a gelato stop along the way.
So what’s the verdict on Rovinj? You can definitely explore the town in one day, but if you have a few days to spare, this would make an even better base to explore the rest of Istria.
This is part of our Travel in Croatia video series showcasing Croatian food, Croatian culture and Croatian cuisine.
This is part of our Travel in Istria video series showcasing Istrian food, Istrian culture and Istrian cuisine.
This is part of our Travel in the Balkans video series showcasing Balkan food, Balkan culture and Balkan cuisine.
Music by DIZARO: / dizarofr

[@zerotonine807]

I go there often in summer....its a magnet and so beautiful in summer.

[@samuelandaudrey]

That is cool to hear. Would love to visit that time of year!

[@tinyplanet_360]

When in Croatia the fresh chocolate croissants from konzum shops are the best!

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thanks for the tip Calum! Hope to try those next time :)

[@tinyplanet_360]

@@samuelandaudrey the bakery section of konzums honestly had the best ever chocolate croissants. We hope to return to Zadar this April as it was our first ever trip to Croatia. I'm disappointed you didn't climb all the steps in the rovinj bell tower. My wife was upset going up there 😂.

[@DiNo-hm1hr]

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[@burcuibis9793]

So much Italian vibes. I LOVE IT!

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thank you! We'll also be visiting Italy later on :)

[@Paladine777]

That's because it's an Italian town occupied by Croatians.

[@kresopavelic6425]

@@Paladine777 popušiš HRVATIMA. Da nije bilo Hrvata Marka Pola ne bi jeo jebene špagete, da nije bilo Hrvata Nikole Tesle živio bi u mraku

[@robertadzamic1100]

Paladine777 just like Trst is occupied by italians

[@tramlad2]

My wife and I did this boat trip, and it was fantastic, Pula is an amazing place and Rovinj is stunning , I found Croatia very reasonable for food drinks and travel, we shall be returning again soon , up there as the best holiday i've had

[@samuelandaudrey]

That is great to hear William! Totally agree with you across the board.

[@cici2O]

So glad you made it to Rovinj, even if just for a day!

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thanks! We loved it there.

[@juliegoodwin6850]

Just gorgeous!!

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thanks! :)

[@herbertbaz1417]

Thanks again peeps! Just booked a 5 day trip to Pula, beginning of October :)

[@samuelandaudrey]

Great to hear Herbert! Thanks!

[@jeansimard6944]

That was a great video. One of my favorite so far.

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thank you! It made for a great day trip :)

[@Posey12345]

Another great video Love you guys you two make the best couple you are fantastic together

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thank you very much! :)

[@marchu50]

Great video , nice city. I like it!!! Thanks a lot for posting.

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thanks Marcela! Made for a great day trip.

[@drewlucero3916]

Wow the views were just Awesome. Thanks for sharing ⚫️👍👍👍👍⚫️

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thank you very much! There are some really stunning places to visit in Croatia :)

[@susanduquette477]

So pretty ,colourful ,lots of lovely cats.Look like a nice place to explore.Thanks .😀🇨🇦

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thank you! It made for such a superb day trip. I can see why people want to spend more time here. I wish we had another day or two to be honest :)

[@stuartrogers621]

Your photography is absolutely superb, bringing everything to vibrant life! Well Done!

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thank you very much! We've really been lucky with great weather of late :)

[@billymcmonagle949]

Love your blogs guys, always so relaxed and informal, plus great tips on prices of food drinks and travel, going to Pula in September, and you have given me so many travel tips, so a big thank you.

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thank you very much! That is really exciting to hear about your trip. Will you go anywhere else in Croatia?

[@BillGreenAZ]

I loved the cats!

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thanks! More cats coming in future videos :)

[@Awlio1]

Enjoy your trip!

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thanks! :)

[@DINESHGADA]

Nice capture

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thanks!

[@peterkelly1406]

Always a very enjoyable vlog .. thanks

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thank you very much! :)

[@xzzxzz5068]

You guys are so cool!

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thank you very much Madeha!

[@tastysteps2528]

Nice video guys! Thanks, we are on Our way to Rovinj now, so gonna use some of your Tips! 😀

[@wilburbonzo]

I think you two are the most attractive and likeable travel vloggers on KZbin

[@samuelandaudrey]

Ah, thank you! That is so kind of you to say :)

[@karenf8084]

Awesome video love how you set up your video's they look great take care :)

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thank you very much! :)

[@tammylovesmakeup]

I wish I could travel like this with my husband

[@samuelandaudrey]

I hope you can someday! Where would you like to go first together?

[@maryrozario397]

tammylovesmakeup your wish is our command!

[@Phteven1711]

I'm going to be in Istria in a week. Thanks for the videos of the area :)

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thank you! Hope you have a great trip.

[@leofiala184]

Im from istria rovinj lol :D

[@Phteven1711]

You can be my guide in rovinj if you are interested ☺️

[@leofiala184]

@@Phteven1711 I cant but can tell you some places to go eat or cliff jumping places 😉

[@Phteven1711]

@@leofiala184 yes please =) would love to do the cliff jumping and eating of course is essentially. Do you know nice meat restaurants? I'm not a seafood guy 😂

[@mariaelenadiduszyn462]

You really are Gourmets as far as Food is concerned You know How to eat well indeed!!!!!!thanks for the video the place is wonderful and soooo quiet keep on making Videos please

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thank you very much! Hehehe...we sure do love our food ;) It can make or break a place for us.

[@ericcarlson3746]

0:32 Croatian eye candy 4:40 sleek Croat cat! yesssssss

[@tokitokic4375]

Croatia xx

[@samuelandaudrey]

So happy to be visiting!

[@tokitokic4375]

glad u enjoyed

[@ChowPowPow]

I enjoy your explanations - pointing out the random cats 🐈 🐱 🤷🏻‍♀️😅

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thank you! We're always on the lookout for cats :)

[@ninamajher8891]

My town!!!!!!

[@samuelandaudrey]

Wow! Rovinj is amazing.

[@RealSpaceHobo]

Coming into the movie with Aud gripping the camera firmly as if to keep it away from Sam who was panting and puffing in his trademark outfit, trying to keep pace I knew this was gonna be future vintage - pure gold guys - and Rovinj looks like a gem in the rough....good catch.....was wondering, have you noticed any significant price drop, since it is off season, Croatia in general?....:-)

[@samuelandaudrey]

Hahaha...future vintage. Oh my, we watched an older video of ours from a few years ago and it certainly felt vintage ;)

[@tomasbrun8242]

Thanks for a great channel guys. I enjoy watching you visiting various places and see what cities I can visit myself (I use a wheelchair). Some places are good, some don't, it's good to know. Rovinj looks like a not so good wheelchair-place, lol. Thinking of all the cobblestone and stairs. :) I have a question: Your videos are of very good quality, sharp, good colors, not shaky. What equipment do you use? GoPro with gimbal? Osmo?

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thank you very much! I feel the waterfront area would be an okay place but unfortunately the steep inclines of the old town wouldn't be. We're now using a Panasonic GH5 and the built in image stabilization is really good. Sometimes we have to adjust shakes a bit during editing on Premiere and Final Cut Pro. I've seen some really lovely footage from the gopro and phone + gimbal combos. We don't use one but it would be a great starter kit for making videos.

[@TheFluffiesChannel]

And you had Gelato!! You guys might ending up making a top 10 best ice creams you had in 2017! 🍦

[@samuelandaudrey]

Hehehe...that sounds like a good idea!

[@terirozalie4143]

The place where you had coffee and cake was actually Caffé Al Ponto. :) Hotel Adriatic is a couple meters further, across the main square :)

[@samuelandaudrey]

Oh, thanks for the correction Tereza.

[@giselemoore4987]

Finally found this info, was wondering how to get to Rovinj!!! Thank you for this video!! Love you guys! How did you go to the bus station?

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thanks Gisele! We ended up going on foot. It wasn't a long walk from what I remember.

[@kellemese6252]

Strange couple-like mommy and her kid:D 5:48 her eyebrows lol after discussing about cats :D

[@danad8716]

As always, another excellent video! I have been following you for some time now and am curious about two things. Do you ever get home sick? And do you two ever get tired of being together 24/7? In other words, do you ever find that you need some "me time"?

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thank you very much! We miss family and having a base at times. Not a specific place in Canada but being on the road can really tire you out. Oh my gosh, being on the road 24/7 we kind of have a masterclass of knowledge to annoy one another. We drive each other nuts at times but we're pretty good about giving each other space when we need that time.

[@glittergirl2481]

nicee

[@samuelandaudrey]

thanks

[@ritankarsasmal380]

beautiful place! btw which month it was when u shot the vid?...is it that cold out there , i see u wearing polo only n Audrey, a jacket...?

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thanks! We visited in October. It must be quite a bit colder now.

[@tammylovesmakeup]

I remember when I first found your videos was when you both were eating choripan lol

[@UranijaZeus]

tammylovesmakeup Me too!

[@samuelandaudrey]

Hehehe...oh my! We'll be heading back to Buenos Aires next fall. We sure miss those...lol

[@samuelandaudrey]

Ah, that is cool! I hope we can make a really thorough street food guide in BA when we visit next fall :)

[@daryldeal]

Nice travel video! I have a question, do buses typically run out of seats and you have to book in advance in Croatia? We are planning to go from Zagreb to Rovinj and then Rovinj to Pula. Can we just buy our tickets on the day? We are travelling in June. Also which should be given more time spent seeing, Pula or Rovinj? Thanks! 😀😀👍👍

[@simon2625]

daryldeal what did you like better? We thought that Rovinj and Porec were much nicer than pula?

[@carolinagoncalves6454]

Si es verdad!Siempre he creído que los gatos son oportunistas!Solo nos busca para que los alimenten.Tengo una gata no es muy cariñosa,pero la quiero mucho!

[@samuelandaudrey]

Es muy cierto que los gatos están más interesados ​​en la comida que en cualquier otra cosa.

[@esmediamond]

I plan on going to Croatia. I’m thinking maybe I should base myself at the cheapest area in Istria to check out nearby amazing cities. What place in Istria was cheapest in lodging?

[@misspearlpearl7530]

I read articles that it is the best place for Americans to retire? Looks beautiful.

[@samuelandaudrey]

Ah, that is interesting. To be honest I can totally see why. Beautiful setting, not crowded, chill pace of life, lovely weather, great food.

[@MrCROBosanceros]

Croats are friendliest nation toward Americans or definitely one of the friendliest! Despite being run (occupied) by communists,it was Americans who built nuclear power plant back in 1970's. It was built as a joint venture by Slovenia and Croatia. At that time,American engineers and their families lived in my neighbourhood in Zagreb.

[@louisefun3095]

Beautiful italian town Rovigno in Istria!!!

[@samuelandaudrey]

A great place to visit.

[@luiwithlove]

Hi,, nice video.. may i know if i download music from dizaro is it have a copyright?

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thanks! You can use it if you give credit like we did. You can find his music on SoundCloud.

[@primastraviesas5957]

¡Hola! Estoy planeando viajar en marzo, durante 3 semanas, había pensado destinar 15 días a Eslovenia, Croacia, Bosnia, Serbia, y Montenegro, y 6 días a Grecia. ¿Creen que es posible? ¿Cuánto estiman de gasto por día? Gracias. Saludos.

[@veronicachic]

Audrey is pretty & down to earth.

[@bazoo513]

Yeah, laundry and cats! :o))

[@samuelandaudrey]

Hehehe

[@vgshwk]

I love the cobblestone streets and the views are nice but I think shopping I would hate. I am used to taking at the most 20 minutes to shop for 5 items there it looks like it would take hours.

[@vgshwk]

Samuel and Audrey - Travel and Food Videos don’t get me wrong I am sure I would love it there not sure I would want to give up the ease of 24 hours shopping.

[@heyhey5691]

You guys been traveling for quite a long time already, but are the moments that you missed your hometown?

[@samuelandaudrey]

Yeah, when we've been on the road we really do miss family. Not so much our hometowns because I haven't lived there since almost 20 years ago (Sam speaking) and Audrey moved around quite a bit. So we miss family and friends not so much a particular place.

[@carlosbonetto4229]

Hola Samuel y Audrey...Que es preferible, alojarse en Rovinj o en Pula?

[@samuelandaudrey]

Hola Carlos! Nos gustaron los dos. Pula tiene más que hacer, pero Rovinj está más tranquilo.

[@carlosbonetto4229]

@@samuelandaudrey Gracias por vuestra respuesta...me sirve para orientarme en cuanto al alojamiento. Respecto a Split, algo para mencionar? Saludos

[@owensoft]

those hanging clothes look so clean! I wonder how they wash them! that cat is not interested in being petted!

[@samuelandaudrey]

Yeah, they did look very clean! Hahaha...yeah, those cats were more keen on what was on our plates ;)

[@anamariacameron400]

Looks like the towns of Cinque Terre

[@gerdpapenburg7050]

You should have gone to Mali Lošinj. When I was there in 1978 a new pope was elected. My Yougoslavian friend asked about the name; some Italians answered "non capito niente" (I don't understand); he told me that the new pope is named "Don Capito der Neunte".

[@samuelandaudrey]

Oh, thanks for the suggestion!

[@afgurl85]

Those cats don't have time for people without food lol

[@samuelandaudrey]

LOL, they sure don't ;)

[@rebeccacauthen9087]

I may have missed it in the video but what time of year is this?

[@samuelandaudrey]

We visited in autumn.

[@loris9091]

What made you pick this area of Croatia?

[@samuelandaudrey]

We wanted to travel along the coast for some relaxing travels.

[@rlam905]

I'm curious about how the street cheese tastes.

[@samuelandaudrey]

Ah, we should have tried those! :(

[@malikterashedai326]

I am going to Poland for stay. How is poland ?

[@samuelandaudrey]

Cool to hear! It was great. We spent more time in Poland than any other country this year.

[@JordiPresa]

any video advice you can tell me?

[@samuelandaudrey]

Keep practising Jordi if you can daily. You grow over time.

[@SebastianFeuster]

Stella di Mare? Oh no. A typical tourist trap and nearly the badest Restaurant in Town. Next time better take a look @ Tripadvisor... :)

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thanks! Where would you recommend?

[@anahata2009]

Puntalina and Mali Raj are the only places worth eating in town (Owners of Puntalina opened another place, too, but the name escapes me at the moment). The rest are tourist traps with very mediocre if not downright bad food. Unless you want just pizza, then Da Sergio is also good. Up the hill out of town is Maslina, which is decent food at a good price, with a very warm staff. The only non-industrial gelato in town is at "B 052" on ulica carera, with some unique flavors. No video the purports to show Rovinj is complete without a bike trip from the center of town along the coastal path, which goes for miles on one of the most beautiful stretches of coast in Europe--with little bars to stop for food and drink along the way. You should return in warmer weather and rent bikes for that. Nice video, but would have appreciated a less misleading title---this is not really a "10 things to do" video.

[@ChowPowPow]

How did you guys meet - what’s the back-story.. let us know!!

[@sasho888prm]

Charmaine Brown Watch the video "Get to know Sam & Audrey". They posted it 3 years ago.

[@ChowPowPow]

Alex BG1 thanks!! Appreciated

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thanks! We knew each other online from our travel vlogs and met in Korea back in 2012 when we used to teach English. We started dating and then we did a big trip together before getting married in 2014.

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thanks for recommending that!

[@beppogiglio]

venice wasnt empire, it was republic, called serenissima, meaning most serene republic of venice

[@gocajetata]

I,m from Rovinj😂

[@samuelandaudrey]

Cool to hear!

[@gocajetata]

@Sara Horvat stari grad cjeli, crveni otok,punta corente,i grand hotel park to je novi hotel u Rovinju

[@gocajetata]

@Sara Horvat javi mi se na instagram:luka_poropat6 imam ja ljepe apartmane pa ti na instagram posaljem slike od kucw

[@gocajetata]

@Sara Horvat mislim to ima moja mama ne ja,ja imam samo 14 godina hahaha

[@ranjanbiswas3233]

It exactly looks like Italy WTH

[@samuelandaudrey]

Definitely similarities.

[@samuelandaudrey]

Thanks! That is a great explanation and I totally agree with you having traveled along the coast in Croatia and Montenegro we found that as well.

[@Makul-rt4sz]

Ranjan Biswas it was a part of italy before, thats why it looks exact same

[@CcCc-_-1389]

🇮🇹

[@samuelandaudrey]

?

[@cat-tx5ht]

How tall is Audrey?

[@samuelandaudrey]

She is 5'7.

[@Offensive_Username]

That pidgeon on the grapes was kind of disgusting... but I'm surprised that a lot of things are written in German.

[@samuelandaudrey]

What did you notice in particular?

[@Makul-rt4sz]

you guys definetly went there in wrong period of year...Croatia is interesting only from may until october

[@samuelandaudrey]

Hope we can revisit during a warmer month next time.

[@davidetoffoletto9981]

This place is clearly Italy! Why is It in Croatia? Istria is closed by the Alps inside Italy and architecture is Venetian, not Slavic