Visit Rimini

Rimini, in the Italian region of Emilia-Romagna, is the centrepiece of Italy's Adriatic Riviera. Every year thousands of tourists flock to Rimini for its long sandy beaches, mediterranean climate, food and culture, and its tourist-friendly philosophy.

Visit Rimini is the one-stop site for English language speakers looking for information about the city. You can find everything here, from detailed information on the town's history and culture through to a guide to Rimini's famed nightlife; from interviews with local people giving a glimpse of the hidden Rimini behind the tourist brouchures, through to practical info on transport, healthcare, police etc.

Facts and Figures about Rimini - Emilia Romagna

  • The Gambalunga library in Rimini's city centre has over 1350 precious manuscripts in its collection tweet this
  • Piazza Tre Martiri (formerly Piazza Giulio Cesare) is by tradition the place where Julius Caesar famously made his decision to march on Rome, having crossed the nearby Rubicon tweet this
  • The average temperature in Rimini during July is 29° Celcius (calculated over the last four years) tweet this
  • Rimini was the birthplace of famous film director Federico Fellini, and provided inspiration and the setting for films like Amarcord tweet this
  • Rimini was founded in approx 268 B.C. as the Roman town of Ariminum - though its history can be dated back further to the Etruscans tweet this
  • The Romagnolo Riviera has the highest density of theme parks in Europe tweet this

Selected articles

The Republic of San Marino

History | Things to see and do | Trivia Brief History of the Republic of San Marino …

The Quick Guide to Rimini's Beaches

Rimini's beach is justifiably famous throughout the world - stretching more than 15 km with fine sand and facilities. From early May through to Late September tourists and locals alike flock to the beachfront. When the temperatures rise in July an…

The tragic tale of Francesca da Rimini

Francesca da Polenta, the daughter of Guido I, has the distinction of being both a famous real-life character associated with Rimini, and at the same time a character in works ranging from Dante through to Rachmaninov and D'Annunzi…

The Pio Manzu International Conference, Rimini 2009

Rimini event guide

  • Free guided tour of the City Museum and Domus del Chirugo
    From Sat 1st August through to Fri 13th August 2010- Domus del Chirugo

    For the month of August, and through to the 13th of September, visitors to Rimini's City Museum and the Domus del Chirugo, every tuesday and friday can avail of a special free one hour guided tour....

Rimini Frequently Asked Questions

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Only Two Hours to spend

I have the chance to stop in Rimini for two hours, before travelling onwards to Milan. What can I do in such a short space of time? - (John, UK)

Well, two hours isn't long, but you're lucky that Rimini is relatively compact. We'd suggest that you choose...

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Internet Access

I am moving to Rimini for about 5 months to play baseball. The apartment that is set up for me will not provide any internet service. How and where can I find free internet service? Internet will be crucial for me because I will have no phone while in Rimini. Thanks for the help.

You're in luck. The Rimini Comune are currently running a pilate project to extend wi-fi access to locals and visitors.

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Rimini's Main Street?

What is the main street in Rimini called, where tourists can stroll, shop and lunch?

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Golfing around Rimini

Golf has traditionally had a low profile as a sport in Italy, but interest has picked up and Emilia Romagna boasts some of the best courses in the country. Three courses are within comfortable reach of Rimini.

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Are there mosquitoes in Rimini??

Are there mosquitoes in Italy? In Rimini? Yes, but don't panic - here's the lowdown on the situation.

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Views from Rimini - short films of rimini

Visit Rimini brings you various short video presentations of Rimini. We're working on our collection, and over the coming months will be featuring different monuments, sites, and stories from Rimini both here on our front page and throughout the site.

The Rimini Blog - News, info and general posts from the Adriatic Riviera

The Rimini Blog aims to be a space for posts that give a slightly more personal (and perhaps biased!) view of the city.

The Latest Post: San Marino to become the first wi-fi state in the world

Innovation married to tradition is the key combination thanks to which neighbours Emilia-Romagna and San Marino have always excelled. Now the world's oldest surviving republic is set to be the world's first state entirely covered by wi-fi. The development, announced at the San Marino Forum, will see this small mountainous republic - wh...

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  • San Leo joins the most beautiful small towns of Italy
  • The world's top journalists gather for Internazionale a Ferrara
  • How to exit the financial crisis? Microsoft and Cisco discuss at San Patrignano
  • European Heritage Days events - Rimini
  • The Giro d'Italia set to return to Pantani's Cesenatico in 2010

    • Recomended events and sights in Rimini

    Here we highlight some of the attractions, events, and places on offer in Rimini

    Rimini's Piazza Cavour

    Italian news headlines from various sources

    Wales can topple England - Speed

    Former Wales captain Gary Speed says drawing England represents a great opportunity for a promising young Wales team to qualify for Euro 2012.

    Source: BBC News and Sport Search: italy | 9 Feb 2010 | 12:54 am

    Trimble injury doubt for Ireland

    Ireland wing Andrew Trimble remains an injury concern for Saturday's Six Nations clash against France in Paris.

    Source: BBC News and Sport Search: italy | 8 Feb 2010 | 11:56 am

    Where To Spend Valentine’s Day in Italy: Verona

    “Verona in Love” offers you a week-end filled with Valentine and romance events in the city of Romeo and Juliet. Theatrical interpretations of Romeo and Juliet, concerts, shows and many more events based on the theme of love are being scheduled at “Verona in Love”. The “Dear Juliet” award (award of the most beautiful and romantic love letters [...]

    Source: Travel Italy: Vacation Packages, Tips, Tours of Italy | 8 Feb 2010 | 7:40 am

    Tasting Artisan Chocolate in Florence

    Chocolate lovers who are visiting Florence early February have a chance to enjoy chocolate tastings while visiting the historic Piazza Santa Croce. The annual Florence’s Artisan Chocolate Fair, held every year in Piazza Santa Croce, features top chocolatiers displaying the art of chocolate making. The programme is featuring tasting and sampling and many chocolate-themed events. It is [...]

    Source: Travel Italy: Vacation Packages, Tips, Tours of Italy | 3 Feb 2010 | 6:58 am