Cheap city break Rimini
Rimini is the queen of the Adriatic coast: 15 km of golden beach, a historic centre with Roman ruins and Borgo San Giuliano, the quarter inspired by Federico Fellini's films. Fly via Bologna and take the train in around 1 hour 10. A long weekend starts around 250 euros per person.
✈️ Plan your trip to Rimini →When is the best time to go?
May, June, September and October are ideal: 24 to 28 degrees and swimmable Adriatic water without the beach crowds of July and August. Avoid the first week of May if you want peace and quiet: the Rimini Wellness fair attracts over 100,000 visitors. In winter the beach is empty, but the historic centre is worth visiting all year round.
The best areas in Rimini
- Centro Storico The Renaissance heart of the city with Piazza Cavour, the market hall and all Roman monuments within walking distance.
- Borgo San Giuliano Former fishing quarter, now the most charming neighbourhood: colourful murals inspired by Fellini films, small osterie and wine bars.
- Marina Centro The busiest beach area directly in front of the centre, lively and well connected with everything you need for the beach.
- Bellariva Quieter beach area south of the centre, family friendly and less crowded with tourists.
- Rivabella More refined and quieter, popular with Italians themselves for longer stays.
Top sights in Rimini
- Ponte di Tiberio 2000-year-old Roman bridge over the Marecchia, free to visit. Best light at sunset for the perfect photo.
- Arco di Augusto Oldest triumphal arch in Italy, built in 27 BC, free to admire.
- Tempio Malatestiano Gothic-Renaissance church from the 15th century designed by Leon Battista Alberti, admission around 3 euros.
- Cinema Fulgor (Museo Fellini) The life and work of Federico Fellini: films, costumes and sets, admission around 10 euros.
- Domus del Chirurgo Roman townhouse with unique surgical instruments from the 2nd century AD, admission around 7 euros.
- Borgo San Giuliano Quarter to wander through with Fellini murals on every corner, free.
Flights and transport from the Netherlands
There are no direct flights from the Netherlands to Rimini (RMI). The most logical route: fly to Bologna (BLQ) or Milan Bergamo with Ryanair or Transavia, then take the train to Rimini in around 1 hour 10 for around 10 to 15 euros. Total travel time from Amsterdam: around 5 to 6 hours. Budget return via Bologna starts from around 100 to 150 euros per person. San Marino (27 km from Rimini) makes a perfect day trip; a rental car via DiscoverCars at Bologna Airport typically costs 30 to 55 euros per day.
What does a Rimini city break cost?
Hostels (2026) from 25 euros per night, budget hotels 50 to 80 euros, apartments around 70 to 100 euros. Food is typically Italian value: pizza or pasta 8 to 12 euros, fish on the seafront around 18 to 25 euros, gelato 2 euros. A sun lounger and parasol at a beach club costs 15 to 20 euros per day; free beach (spiagge libere) exists but is limited. A long weekend in Rimini (3 nights, flight via Bologna, hotel and food) costs realistically 250 to 380 euros per person.
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Frequently asked questions about Rimini
When is the best time to visit Rimini?
May, June, September and October: 24 to 28 degrees, swimmable Adriatic water and quieter than the peak season of July and August.
Are there direct flights from the Netherlands to Rimini?
No, there are no direct flights from the Netherlands. Fly to Bologna (BLQ) with Ryanair or Transavia and then take the train in around 1 hour 10 to Rimini.
Which area is best to stay in Rimini?
Centro Storico for culture and Italian atmosphere, or Marina Centro if the beach is your priority and you want to be close to the beach scene.
What does a city break to Rimini cost?
A long weekend in Rimini (3 nights) including a flight via Bologna starts around 250 euros per person when booked early.
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