Rimini is a city and comune in Italy, in the Emilia-Romagna region, in the province of Rimini, on the Adriatic Sea. San Marino is not far from Rimini. Rimini is a very touristic city due to its location by the sea.
Tiberius Bridge
Rimini has a beautiful old town, with Renaissance buildings. The city center is bounded by two squares: Piazza Tre Martiri and Piazza Cavour. In addition to the old town, in Rimini you must see the Ponte di Tiberio, or Tiberius Bridge, built in the 20th year of our era. It offers a panoramic view of the city and the Giuliano district. A must-see when visiting Rimini is the Tempio Malatestiano, an unfinished cathedral from the 15th century, named after Saint. Francis and the Arch of Augustus. It is also one of the entrance gates to the city. Opposite the cathedral is Castello Malatestiano, the city fortress.
Arch of Augustus
The Arch of Augustus is one of the city’s most important monuments. It was built in 27 BC. and named after Caesar Augustus. Currently, the Arch of Augustus is in excellent condition despite its age. The arch is a fragment of the defensive walls that were demolished in the 1930s. The monument is surrounded by wonderful nature, so tourists often like to walk here and admire the building.
Museo della Citta
Museo della Citta – This wonderful museum is located in an old convent on Via Luigi Tonini, a short distance from Ponte di Tiberio and Piazza Tre Martiri. This museum houses over 1,500 artifacts and relics from prehistoric times. You will also find ancient sculptures, ceramics, glassware, coins and surgical equipment that were unearthed in Piazza Ferrari. Adjacent to the museum there are large excavations that are visible which are over 2,000 years old.
Italia in Miniatura di Rimini
Italia in Miniatura di Rimini – Families with children love coming here. To admire the miniature pipe models of famous Italian buildings. The place is located about 15 minutes by car north-east of Rimini. Importantly, this attraction has a parking lot for guests. There are more than 200 miniature models inside the area, including the Colosseum, the Leaning Tower of Pisa and Florence Cathedral, etc. In addition to the models, there is also a monorail, a restaurant and an educational center for children.
Riccione Beach
The vast majority of beaches in Riccione are located within housing estates. Therefore, you should expect less natural surroundings and more extensive infrastructure. But the main advantage of city beaches is that they have many amenities, such as cafes and bars. Therefore, they are usually more popular with both locals and tourists. But relaxing, sunbathing and swimming in the water will provide the same pleasure as on other beaches.
Parco Giovanni Paolo II: Parco Fabbri
Park (14 hectares) of a system of public green areas, which also includes the Renzi, Callas, Cervi, Bondi and Fabbri parks. The park is surrounded by a large reservoir of artificial water known as Lake Mariotti. The Palacongressi congress center is located next to the Parco Fabbri park.
“La Ruota Panoramica” – Ferris wheel
On the edge of the main stretch of beach in Rimini there is a Ferris wheel called “La Ruota Panoramica”. This giant wheel is 55 meters high, weighs approximately 360 tons and has 28 cabins that can accommodate up to 168 people! While on the Ferris wheel, we will see the beautiful panorama of the city. Really worth!
Grand Hotel Rimini
Recommended hotels in Rimini:
- Grand Hotel Rimini
- Mercure Rimini Artis
- i-SUITE Hotel
- Aqua Hotel
- Suite Hotel Litoraneo
