Opatija Convention and Incentive Bureau

Turisticka zajednica grada Opatije Vladimira Nazora, 3 51410

Why Choose Our Destination?

Opatija is the cradle of the Croatian tourism, a favourite destination of the aristocracy, film and music stars, artists, writers and visitors from all over the world, who come here every year to enjoy the charm of this Adriatic town. This is a tradition that provides certain obligations but is also a guarantee of quality. The reputation of a top destination that stretches back seventeen decades is today reflected in the wide range of facilities and services on offer that all together make Opatija an attractive destination for all seasons. Opatija owes its unique image to its ideal location on the spot where the wooded slopes of Mount Učka descend all the way down to the coast, providing perfect shade along the ten-kilometre-long Lungomare seafront promenade. Just as the Opatija area is a meeting point of the sea and the mountain, its visual impression is a blend of different styles, as this is a melting pot where magnificent Central European elegance, playful Mediterranean charm and the historically-rich medieval architecture of the small towns in the hinterland come together. In addition to the architecture that leaves a strong impression on every visitor, especially when the town is viewed from the sea, and its lush parks and gardens that have been Opatija's trademarks since its beginnings as a tourist resort, Opatija also has hotels and restaurants whose quality ranks alongside that of any other European destination. Opatija's gastronomic offer is based on a Mediterranean cuisine rich in fresh fish and seafood and locally grown seasonal ingredients, while the traditional recipes of this region reveal a wealth of flavours and can be sampled in the area's numerous taverns. Opatija entered the European stage in the mid-19th century as a health resort for the European nobility, and health tourism has remained one of the main segments of the town's tourism offer right up to the present day. However, top medical experts and a wide range of spa & wellness services are just one of the reasons for visiting this town located at the top of Kvarner Bay. Also known as "the town of festivals", Opatija boasts a number of events throughout the year. The theatrical performances and concerts that take place at the magnificent Open Air Theatre are particularly impressive.

Distance from airport

  • Rijeka (RKA)

    26.72 mi. from city center

  • Zagreb (ZAG)

    112.47 mi. from city center

  • Trieste, Italy (TRS)

    66.49 mi. from city center


Local Attractions

Lungomare

Recreation
5 minutes away
Officially named the Franz Joseph I Promenade, it is still best known as the Lungomare. Dating back to the heyday of Opatija as a health and tourist resort at the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries, the Lungomare was built in parts. The northern part, from Volosko to Opatija, was completed in 1889, the same year that Opatija was officially declared a climatic health resort. The southern part, connecting Opatija to Lovran, was finished in 1911, exactly one hundred and ten years ago. Ever since, the Lungomare has been a favourite walking path for local people and their visitors, a motif of countless photographs and paintings, and an essential part of Opatija's townscape when viewed from the sea.
Opatija, HR 51410

Croatian Museum of Tourism

Museum
5 minutes away
The Croatian Museum of Tourism, located in the one hundred and sixty year-old villa in the center of the Park Angiolina in Opatija, tells the story about the history of tourism in Croatia, but also about how tourism affects all of us today – how our cities are changing, how we change whan we travel and receive travelers.
Park Angiolina 1
Opatija, HR 51410

Ucka Nature Park

Park
16 km away
Učka Nature Park is characterised by an exceptional variety of features in a comparatively small area. Učka is probably the only place in the world where one can take a photograph of the endemic bell-flower Učkarski zvončić (Campanula tommasiniana) and one of the last European locations where patient bird watchers will be rewarded with impressive glimpses of the griffon vulture (Gyps fulvus) or golden eagle (Aquila chrysaetos). These species are two outstanding representatives of the ornithological life to be found on Učka, which includes more than 70 nesting birds and many other birds that occasionally visit this mountain. In 2021 new Visitor Centre Poklon was opened offering Učka Nature Park interpretation museum, but also a conferece facilities high on Učka Mountain.
Poklon 8
Vela Učka
Ičići, HR 51414

Rijeka Airport

Airport
43 km away
Rijeka International Airport lies on the island of Krk (bridge connection to the mainland), at the very heart of the Kvarner region. The unforgettable views of the azure Mediterranean are therefore, for many travellers, the first experiences of the Kvarner region.
Hamec 1
Omišalj, HR 51513

Convention Centers

  • Conference Park 25/7

    Our contemporary event space Conference Park 25/7 is spread across three levels with nine meeting halls and the latest facilities. Designed with productivity and innovation in mind, our venue offers a dynamic space for business events.

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Additional Information

The very attractive geographic position, enabling its warm seas to be quickly reached from many cities in Central Europe (only about 500 km from Milan, Vienna and Munich), lush green scenery and a pleasant climate (45° 20’ north latitude) were some of the main reasons for its beginning and the quick development of its tourism at the end of the 19th century. The villas and hotels cater comfortably for up to 8,000 guests. The tourist offering of Opatija includes its conference facilities (with space for up to 800 delegates), 11 indoor swimming pools, wellness programmes, a casino, discotheques, a Open air theatre with seating for 2,500, carnivals, festivals, and opportunities for shorter trips to nearby surroundings or all-day excursions to the Plitvice Lakes or Risnjak National Park, or even to Venice in Italy.

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