Cruise port Rijeka
Info for port Rijeka on 1 Oct 2027
Port information & tips for Rijeka
Rijeka is the third-largest city in Croatia and the vibrant gateway to the Kvarner Bucht on the northern Adriatic. The charming port metropolis delights visitors with a fascinating blend of grand Austro-Hungarian architecture and maritime industrial flair, offering a unique backdrop thanks to its location between the mountains and the sea. Cultural highlights include the historic Trsat Fortress, which provides a wide view over the Adriatic, as well as the bustling Korzo promenade and the magnificent main market with its rich culinary offerings. Cruise ships dock at the central Rijeka Passenger Terminal at Gat Karoline Riječke pier, from which the old town and its most important sights can be easily reached in just a few minutes on foot.
Rijeka welcomes cruise guests at the Passenger Terminal directly in the heart of the city, allowing you to enjoy the maritime flair of Kvarner Bay immediately upon arrival thanks to its central location. Ships usually dock at Molo Longo or Adamićev Gat, from where the historic old town and the Korzo pedestrian zone are easily accessible on foot.
Car
The port is excellently connected to the European long-distance road network via the A7 motorways from the direction of Slovenia and Austria, as well as the A6 from Zagreb. For cruise passengers, guarded parking garages such as Zagrad or Stari Grad are available in the immediate vicinity of the port; furthermore, specialized providers in the region often offer Park & Cruise services including a transfer directly to the ship.
Train
Rijeka Glavni kolodvor main station is an important hub and offers regular connections from Munich, Salzburg, or Vienna via Ljubljana and Zagreb. From the station, you can reach the cruise terminal and the berths comfortably in about 10 to 15 minutes on foot or after a short taxi ride along the picturesque waterfront promenade.
Airplane
Rijeka Airport (RJK) on the island of Krk is located only about 25 kilometers from the city center and can be reached via the Krk Bridge in approximately 30 minutes by taxi or shuttle. The Zagreb Airport (ZAG) also serves as a larger international hub, from which you can reach the port directly and easily in a driving time of around two hours via the motorway.
Check-in & Embarkation
Please note that you will generally receive a fixed time slot for check-in with your travel documents, which is binding for your embarkation. Plan sufficient time for your journey to the port accordingly and take into account that the latest embarkation time - depending on the cruise line and destination area - is usually scheduled about one hour before the planned departure.
The same applies during the voyage: for shore excursions, you should be back on board at least one hour before departure. Always pay attention to the current announcements and the notices on board, as docking and departure times can change at short notice.
In port on 01 Oct 2027
