Istria

On the ground floor of the onetime Austro-Hungarian fortress in the resort complex of Verudela, a few kilometers from the city center, the aquarium also serves as a sea-turtle rescue center. — Fodor's

Farther along Sergijevaca, you'll run right into the Sergi Arch, which opens to Trg Portarata and stands in the middle of a busy shopping area. — Frommer's

On the harbour, Batana House is a museum dedicated to the batana, a flat-bottomed fishing boat that stands as a symbol of Rovinj’s seafaring and fishing traditions. — Lonely Planet

The elaborate Balbi Arch was built in 1679 on the location of the former town gate. — Lonely Planet

This hilltop church, built in the Baroque style between 1725 and 1736...the 61m bell tower, a copy of St Mark’s in Venice, is one of the tallest campaniles in Istria—you can climb to the top — Frommer's

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This well-preserved mosaic dates from the 3rd century and is a must-see for fans of things Roman. — Lonely Planet

— Time Out

While visiting Rovinj, meander your way to the highest point on the peninsula and take it one step further and climb the bell tower. — Afar Magazine

This museum in a baroque palace contains a collection of contemporary art and old masters from Rovinj and elsewhere in Croatia, plus archaeological finds, a maritime section and occasional special exhibits. — Lonely Planet

Simply walking around its perimeter ensures fine views of the city's shipyard below and, if you look to the north, the steeple of Vodnjan's church 12 km (7½ miles) away. — Fodor's