Opatija, this elegant tourist destination, lies at the centre of the Riviera with the longest tradition of tourism in Croatia. The very attractive geographic position, enabling its warm seas to be quickly reached from many cities in Central Europe (only about 500 km from Milan, Vienna and Münich), lush green scenery and a pleasant climate (45° 20’ north latitude) were some of the main reasons for its beginning and the quick development of its tourism at the end of the 19th century.

Built mainly at the turn of the 20th century, Opatija has remained in complete harmony with nature right up until the present day. Well-maintained public gardens, the illuminated 12 km long promenade along the shoreline known as the "Lungomare", well-maintained beaches and fountains provide a stunning backdrop for the villas and hotels that cater comfortably for up to 6,000 guests.

Opatija has always been among the prime tourist centres in Croatia. Its main attractions are its natural beauty and enviable century-old tourist tradition. It also her advantage being close to the heart of Europe and easily accessible all year round as one of the nearest seaside and health resorts.

Due to a relatively constant temperature (winter average 7.0 °C, summer average 21.9 °C), high air pressure and constant air currents, the climate of Opatija is both relaxing and refreshing. The contrasts of sea and mountains, green parks and blue sea, old buildings and modern comforts, lively entertainment venues and quiet destinations for excursions make Opatija and its surroundings a very attractive tourist destionation at any time of the year.

Opatija tourist offer includes its 26 hotels and 7 villas along with 11 indoor swimming pools, wellness centres, casino, open-air theatre with 2,000 places, carnivals, festivals, the possibility of short excursions to nearby places or whole-day excursions to national parks Plitvice Lakes and Risnjak or even to Venice.

Opatija is located in the Bay of Kvarner (45° 20') beneath Mount Učka (1.401 m high) at the point where the Mediterranean reaches most deeply into the European continent. Mount Učka and the nearby islands provide good shelter from strong winds for this tourist resort that can easily be reached at any time throughout the year.