Rijeka, Croatia: Your Essential Travel Guide with United Travels

Welcome to Rijeka, a captivating port city nestled on the Kvarner Bay in Croatia. Often seen as a gateway to the islands, Rijeka boasts its own unique blend of gritty industrial heritage, Habsburg grandeur, vibrant cultural life (highlighted by its role as a European Capital of Culture), and a distinctly local Croatian atmosphere. Less crowded than some southern counterparts, Rijeka offers an authentic slice of coastal Croatia with bustling markets, historic fortresses, and a lively promenade.