In addition to the large number of activities and attractions that Rovinj offers, you can also experience a one-day trip by boat to Venice, which you can board on the waterfront of the city of Rovinj, depending on the boat you choose. Below you can find some important information that will help you plan your one-day trip!
Direct trip to Venice on the ship Adriatic Jet
The drive from Rovinj to Venice (110 km) takes about 3 hours in one direction. The stay in Venice lasts about 5 hours.
Departures are scheduled on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. The trip is organized by the company Kompas. In high season, it is necessary to book at least 72 hours before departure.
- 07:15, entrance control (check-in, Rovinj customs pier).
- 07:45, departure.
- 10:45, arrival in Venice, a walk of about 40 minutes with a guide and free time for sightseeing.
- 16:30, entry control (check-in port of San Basilio).
- 17:00, departure.
- 20:00, return to the starting point
For guests who come alone on this excursion, it is necessary to come to the customs pier in Rovinj. The address is: Veliki Mol, 52210 Rovinj.
As this pier is located in the old town, near the Church of St. Euphemia, parking is problematic. Parking in the morning will be possible at the Mala Valdibora parking lot. After parking, it takes about 10 minutes to walk to the boat. For this parking lot, the address is: Ul. Giordana Paliage 5, 52210, Rovinj.
One-day trip by boat San Pawl, via Poreč
This one-day boat trip from Rovinj to Venice aboard the San Pawl catamaran is operated by Venezialines. This convenient and scenic journey is available every Wednesday from May 3 to September 27, offering a perfect day out for travelers.
Itinerary Overview:
- 06:30: Check-in at Mala Valdibora, Rovinj (Ulica Giordana Paliage 5).
- 07:00: Departure from Rovinj to Poreč.
- 08:00: Departure from Poreč to Venice.
- 10:45: Arrival in Venice with free time for sightseeing.
- 16:45: Check-in at San Basilio, Venice.
- 17:15: Return to Istria to Poreč.
- 21:00: Arrival back in Rovinj.
For guests arriving on the ship alone, boarding in Rovinj is at the address: Ulica Giordana Paliage 5, 52210, Rovinj at the already mentioned Mala Valdibora parking lot. The price of the excursion for pets is €15
**Note: these information are based on the year 2023. They can differ in the following seasons.