Opatija by train
Discover Opatija
Opatija, on Croatia’s Adriatic coast, is a resort town known for its Belle Époque charm and seaside elegance. The Lungomare promenade offers stunning views, while the town’s historic villas and gardens create a tranquil ambience. Opatija’s mix of luxury and natural beauty makes it a favourite coastal retreat.
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Opatija train holidays
Dalmatian coast and islands
Zagreb, Korčula, Opatija, Basel, Graz, Mljet, Ulm, Split, Dubrovnik, Venice
Journey overland to enjoy Croatia’s world-famous Dalmatian coast and islands, with nights in Split, Korčula, Dubrovnik and Mljet.
Adriatic to Alps
Strasbourg, Trieste, Opatija, Lugano, Ulm, Salzburg, Rovinj, Ljubljana, Venice
Experience the overlapping cultures of the three countries that share the historic region of Istria, ending in Venice.
Slovenia and Istria
Munich, Trieste, Zagreb, Opatija, Bled, Zürich, Rovinj
Travel to Croatia, with a stop in Slovenia by picturesque Lake Bled, to the Italy-influenced Istrian Peninsula and Northern Croatia’s best seaside resorts. Pause in Turin on the way home.
Activities and local areas in Opatija
St. Jacob's Church
Find a moment of peace in St. Jacob's Church, located just off the promenade and on the grounds of the former Benedictine Abbey that gave Opatija its name.
Lungomare
Take a relaxed stroll along the winding Lungomare promenade, stretching along the coast of Kvarner Bay.
Croatian Museum of Tourism
Visit the beautifully-housed Croatian Museum of Tourism, spread across three of Opatija's most historic buildings and surrounded by cultivated gardens and an arboretum.
Opatija beaches
Relax at one of Opatija's beaches, known for their clean waters and pebble shores. Swim at Slatina Beach (take swim shoes) or enjoy shaded spots at Icici Beach with nearby cafés and facilities.
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