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Rimini City Guide and Map Overview

Rimini is an ancient city on the Adriatic coast of Italy with over 2,000 years of history. It was founded by the Romans in 268 BC and grew into a medieval municipality and then a powerful lordship under the Malatesta family during the Renaissance. Since the 19th century, Rimini has been known as a popular seaside resort and tourist destination, with over 250 beaches, 1,000 hotels, and attractions like theme parks and restaurants. Federico Fellini used Rimini as inspiration for many of his famous films. Today Rimini remains a vibrant tourist city with a rich cultural heritage spanning its Roman, medieval, and Renaissance periods.

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Rimini is an ancient city on the Adriatic coast of Italy with over 2,000 years of history. It was founded by the Romans in 268 BC and grew into a medieval municipality and then a powerful lordship under the Malatesta family during the Renaissance. Since the 19th century, Rimini has been known as a popular seaside resort and tourist destination, with over 250 beaches, 1,000 hotels, and attractions like theme parks and restaurants. Federico Fellini used Rimini as inspiration for many of his famous films. Today Rimini remains a vibrant tourist city with a rich cultural heritage spanning its Roman, medieval, and Renaissance periods.

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rimini city guide


Pennabilli
Republic of San Marino
Montegridolfo San Leo
Mondaino Sant'Agata Feltria
Casteldelci
Montefiore Conca
Montescudo

Verucchio
Gradara Morciano Santarcangelo Torriana and
Montebello
San Giovanni
in Marignano

Teatro Galli Cinema Fulgor Skyscraper Ponte di Tiberio


Arco d’Augusto Tempio Malatestiano Castel Sismondo

[Link] Fellini / Grand Hotel


Lighthouse
Canal port
YOU ARE HERE! ancient name (Ariminus) baptized the city. Emblematic representation of this 10 TIMES RIMINI
ancient heritage is the Domus del Chirurgo (Surgeon’s House), the archaeo-
Rimini, or rather Ariminum, was established in 268 B.C. thanks to the work and logical site in the central Piazza Ferrari, where you can admire a third-century Ten as the districts that, from north to south, follow one another along the sea,
genius of the Romans. The 2287 years since its foundation until today have seen house. Prestigious mosaics and frescoes describe a residence for private use in-
each with its peculiarity that makes it unique and special. Starting from Torre Pe-
it change many times: Roman Ariminum, medieval municipality, Malatesta town tended for the practice of medical-surgical and pharmaceutical profession. The
drera, the northernmost locality that takes its name from a saracen tower that is
and Lordship, therapeutic and bathing center with the first beach resort in the Domus has returned the richest surgical set of the Roman world: the exception-
visible in the vicinity of the beach. Continuing with the area of Viserbella, where
nineteenth century, holiday capital, Fellini’s place of memory. al collection of 150 iron and bronze instruments is on display at the Museo della
you can visit the Museo della piccola pesca e delle conchiglie “Escaion” (Shell
Since 1843, the official date of birth of the first beach resort created by counts Città (City Museum).
and Seafaring Museum “Escaion”, via Minguzzi 7, [Link]) which preserves
Baldini and doctor Tintori, Rimini invented the seaside holiday: what once was The medieval city grew within the Roman city. The spectacular Piazza Cavour
(Cavour Square), with the Fontana (Fountain) - described by Leonardo da Vinci everything that has been part of the history of Rimini and of this small town, that
therapy based on sea water, in Rimini it turns into a pleasant escape from the rules
when he passed through Rimini in 1502)- and the most important public build- from a fishing village turned into a bathing site. One of the most popular places
of the routine. On vacation, in short! A real revolution that, from the Rimini of the
ings; the frescoes of the 14th-century Rimini School of Giotto tradition, which north of Rimini is certainly Viserba. Characteristic of this first tourist resort estab-
belle époque and its villas, brought to the creation of the largest and most efficient
represent an essential chapter in art history. Many of its treasures are preserved lished north of Rimini, is being the queen of waters. Here is the fonte Sacramora
organized beach in the modern [Link] of its popularity derives from its 250
by the Chiesa di Sant’Agostino (church of St. Augustine) and the Museo del- (Sacramora spring), water with diuretic and digestive properties, which can be
beach resorts, over one thousand hotels facing the sea (from the Grand Hotel dear
la Città (City Museum), while in the Tempio Malatestiano (Malatesta Temple) freely accessed. The village is known for hosting one of the most singular and fa-
to Fellini to boutique hotels, from family-run hotels to B&Bs), theme parks, many
opportunities to have fun and taste delicious food; from “baracchini” of piada the Crocifisso (Crucifix) by Giotto remains an example of the artist’s work in mous theme parks in Italy, Italia in Miniatura (Italy in Miniature). Not far away,
street food ([Link]) to starred restaurants. the city. In the world, Renaissance is not mentioned without mentioning Rimi- we find Rivabella, a destination chosen mainly by families because of its wide
A rich and vibrant landscape that has been a source of inspiration for film direc- ni, the cradle of this European artistic movement that has in Castel Sismondo beach and sea sheltered by cliffs. It is a destination for those who want to drink
tors, intellectuals, writers, singers, such as Fred Buscaglione, Fabrizio De André, (Sismondo Castle), to which Filippo Brunelleschi contributed, together with the refined diuretic water from the same source as the fonte Sacramora (Sacramora
Ligabue, Vasco Rossi and Pier Vittorio Tondelli. And the genius Federico Fellini above mentioned Tempio Malatestiano (Malatesta Temple) by Leon Battista spring). Between the port and the mouth of Marecchia river, San Giuliano Mare
who, more than any other, most successfully honoured his birthplace as a banner Alberti, two emblematic monuments. Both were commissioned by Sigismondo appears, famous for its fish restaurants, the innovative organization of the beach
of universal poetry. Pandolfo Malatesta, the lord that Piero della Francesca portrayed in prayer in and its Darsena (Docks) Marina di Rimini, one of the loveliest and technologi-
front of St. Sigismund in the fresco signed and dated 1451, situated and admired cal of the Adriatic. Don’t miss a walk along the Lungofiume degli Artisti (Artists
in Tempio Malatestiano (Malatesta Temple). riverfront), an unusual place full of poetry. Discover it by walking through the
TWO THOUSAND YEARS OF HISTORY In 2019 Rimini will celebrate the 400th anniversary of the first civic and public
murales that tell its story, and the trabucchi, the typical fisherman stilt houses
library opened in Italy. The Biblioteca Gambalunga (Gambalunga Library) is
over the sea. Further south we come to Marina Centro, the heart of Rimini beach
Rimini, the ancient Ariminum, is also a city of art with over 22 centuries of his- considered one of the most beautiful in the world, founded in 1619 by Alessan-
with its Grand Hotel and the Parco Fellini (Fellini Park). Then on to Bellariva, a
tory. In 268 B.C., the Roman Senate sent six thousand settlers, to found the city dro Gambalunga in his will and housed in the superb family building with a lovely
seaside resort offering many services, a vast quantity of accommodation facilities
destined to be strategically central and develop right up to the present. The internal courtyard adorned with an eighteenth-century Istrian stone well. To dis-
that can satisfy every kind of need and many opportunities for fun. Southernmost
emperors Augustus, Tiberius and Adrian signed the construction of great works cover the charm of its bookcases, globes and ancient books, all that is needed is
to enter the seventeenth-century Rooms with the robust walnut wood shelves is Marebello, from here the promenade that runs along the seafront, turns in
and monuments which can still be admired today. Under the Arco d’Augusto
(Arch of Augustus), history has passed: here two of the most important roads of and the eighteenth-century Room, where you can admire the precious globes of behind the cabanas, along the pedestrian walkway dotted with dozens of beach
ancient Italy joined, the Flaminia, which goes from Rome to Rimini, and the Via the Dutch cartographer W.J. and the illuminated manuscripts from the century XI. resorts, which in this stretch are also enriched by numerous lawn bowling greens.
Emilia, which from Rimini crosses the whole Po Valley up to Milan. Together with Rimini also hosts Teatro “Amintore Galli” (“Amintore Galli” Theatre), a neoclas- Rivazzurra is a must for children; Fiabilandia, one of the most enduring and
the Via Popilia, which follows the northern coast up to Aquileia, these consular sical masterpiece by Luigi Poletti, a theater among the most remarkable and in- popular theme parks in Italy is here. There are dozens of attractions dedicated to
roads made Rimini the primary Caput Viarum of the Roman Empire. novative examples of 19th century Italian theatrical architecture, inaugurated by fairy tale themes offered around its lake. Further south is Miramare, a regional
From here, after crossing Piazza Tre Martiri (Three Martyrs Square) -the ancient Giuseppe Verdi who specifically wrote the Aroldo for the official inauguration in 1857. train stop, here you will find Federico Fellini International Airport and the thalas-
Forum - you reach the bridge that, Augustus first and Tiberius later, between 14 Damaged by bombings in 1943, after decades of neglect and a functional philologi- sotherapeutic spa Rimini Terme. For young people there are discos, clubs, bars,
and 21 A.D., erected using Istrian stone over the Marecchia, the river that with its cal reconstruction intervention, it is scheduled to be reopened on October 28, 2018. games rooms, go kart tracks and the summer funfair.
ROMAN ITINERARY 5. Ponte di Tiberio (Tiberius Bridge). The bridge, in Istrian stone, was begun by Au-
gustus in 14 A.D. and completed by Tiberius in 21 A.D., as the inscription on the internal
parapets reminds us. It spreads over more than 70 meters on 5 arches placed on mas-
1. Arco d’Augusto (Arch of Augustus). The Arch, the oldest preserved in northern
sive pillars. The bridge, starting point of the Via Emilia and the Via Popilia, excels for
Italy, marks the entrance to the city for those coming from the Flaminia, the route
its engineering and architectural design that combine functionality, harmony of forms On foot 
traced by the consul Flaminio in 220 B.C. to connect Rome to Rimini. City gate and
and the exaltation of Emperors. A stop not to miss is the new square on the water
honorary arch, it was erected in 27 B.C. by the will of the Senate in celebration of
which, facing the reservoir, allows a suggestive view of Ponte di Tiberio and a pedestrian
Octavianus Augustus, as manifested by the inscription placed above the arch. Per-
walk along the edge of the basin. Next to it, the new archaeological park “Le pietre rac-
haps not everyone knows that the current Via del Corso in Rome is the ancient Via
contano” leads one to discover the long history of the bridge. A new floating walkway
 
Flaminia, which starts in the capital and ends in Rimini.
connects the left and right docks of the ancient port facing Ponte di Tiberio, considered
2. Porta Montanara (St. Andrew’s Door). The construction of the Porta Montanara, one of the most beautiful in the world.
also called St. Andrew’s Door, dates back to the I century B.C. The rounded arch, in
blocks of sandstone, was one of the two entrances of the door that allowed access 6. Museo della Città (City Museum). Archaeological and Domus del Chirurgo Section.
to the city for those coming from Via Aretina. The double arch facilitated the traffic.
7. Domus del chirurgo (Surgeon’s House). An archaeological museum area open to the

3. Piazza Tre Martiri, Il Foro (Three Martyrs Square, the Forum). At the crossroads public, over 700 square meters that reveal 2000 years of the city’s history. The most im-
between the cardo and decumanus, in the current Piazza Tre Martiri, the Foro appears, portant discovery concerns the imperial age house (today called domus del “chirurgo”
the heart of public and economic life in ancient Ariminum. In the center there is a from the profession of the last owner) that housed a taberna medica, as revealed by the
16th century memorial which recalls the tradition according to which Julius Caesar, finding of an extraordinary surgical kit with over 150 instruments, exhibited in the nearby  
climbed on a stone, harangued his soldiers on the occasion of the historic passage of Museo della Città (City Museum).
the Rubicon, during which he pronounced the famous phrase “The die is cast”.
8. Anfiteatro Romano (Roman Amphitheater). The construction of the Anfiteatro Ro-
4. Rimini Caput Viarum (Visitor Center). A multimedia and interactive itinerary that mano in the 2nd century A.D. by Emperor Adrian interprets the strategy of the panem et
leads tourists to discover Ariminum, offering a unique experience of reliving its histo- circenses in the search for the broader consensus and the loosening of social tensions 
ry accompanied by an exceptional guide, Julius Caesar himself. Located in the chiesa with the granting of moments of collective evasion. The ruins of the grandiose build The
sconsacrata di Santa Maria ad Nives (church of St. Mary ad Nives), the Visitor Center is ruins of the grandiose building that housed the gladiators, are the most significant of the
a “magnifying glass” for the cultural beauty of the territory, ideal for a first introduction whole Region. The north-eastern sector of the structure, the only part remaining today, 
to the many cultural itineraries in ancient Rimini, an authentic Caput Viarum. had a clay arena slightly inferior in size to the Colosseo (Colosseum).
ITINERARY FROM THE MIDDLE AGES 12. San Fortunato (St. Fortunatus). Established in 1418, the chiesa di San Fortunato
(church of St. Fortunatus), on Covignano hill, under the name of Santa Maria in Scol- On foot San Fortunato
TO THE RENAISSANCE ca, was a rich abbey of the Olivetan Benedictines. It was built on the ruins of a castle  Covignano hill
(outside the map)
that Carlo Malatesta had donated to St. Paul the Hermit monks. It represents one of
9. Tempio Malatestiano (Malatesta Temple). Around the middle of the fifteenth the most important historical-artistic-ecclesial places in the history of the city. The
century Sigismondo Pandolfo Malatesta radically transformed the existing building golden age of Scolca was the sixteenth century, starting from the frescoes, still visible,
into the solemn forms designed by Leon Battista Alberti that make it a masterpiece by Benedetto Coda. In 1547, Giorgio Vasari went to Scolca to have the manuscript of
of the Renaissance. Inside, you can admire the Crocifisso di Giotto (Giotto’s Crucifix). his Celebri Vite reduced to a final copy. Here Vasari executed the splendid Adoration
Matteo de’ Pasti and Agostino di Duccio worked with an almost pictorial sensitivity of the Magi panel painting.
on the marble covering of the six side chapels. The fresco with the prince kneeling 
in front of St. Sigismund in the last chapel on the right is by Piero della Francesca. 13. Piazza Cavour (Cavour Square), Palazzo dell’Arengo e del Podestà (Arengo and
Podestà Palaces), Fontana della Pigna (Pigna Fountain). Piazza Cavour has had a pri-
10. Chiesa di Sant’Agostino (The Church of St. Augustine). The Chiesa di Sant’Agos-
mary role ever since the Middle Ages. Three buildings overlook the square, the oldest is
tino is for dimensions and for enshrined treasures of art, one of the most important
Palazzo dell’Arengo, built in 1204: under the wide portico, justice was administered and
in the city. The inside preserves the best examples of the 14th century Rimini paint-
ing school in the apse and in the bell tower chapel, which marked a fundamental
the municipal assembly met in the hall with multi-mullioned windows situated on the  
first floor. Next to it, the Podestà residence was built in the fourteenth century. An arch
chapter in art history. The exterior of the church reveals the original Gothic layout.
at the entrance, on the short side, highlighted the symbols of the new Lords, the Malat-
11. Castel Sismondo (Sismondo Castle) or Rocca Malatestiana (Malatesta Fortress) esta. Palazzo Garampi (Garampi Palace), which is now the town hall residence, was built
Residence-fortress (1437) of Sigismondo Pandolfo Malatesta, to which collaborated at the end of the sixteenth century. The fountain is a unifying element: of the medieval
also Filippo Brunelleschi. Only the central core of the original structure has survived images remain the one reproduced in the bas-relief of Agostino di Duccio in the Tempio 
the passing centuries, but the original palace can still be seen today on the medals Malatestiano (Malatesta Temple). Leonardo da Vinci was enchanted by the harmony
of Sigismondo and in the fresco by Piero della Francesca in the Tempio Malatestiano of the various waterfalls when he passed through Rimini in 1502. From the square you 
(Malatesta Temple). The entrance portal is still surmounted by an inscription and the enter the eighteenth-century fish market, one of the most characteristic corners of the
coat of arms with the elephant, the rose and the chessboard, symbols of the Malatesta. city and a meeting point for the Rimini “movida”.
Works for restoration of the ancient moat perimeter and the walls and for redevelop-
ment of the square facing the castle that bears its name, have just been completed. 14. Museo della Città (City Museum) Medieval and Renaissance Section.
MUSEO
DELLA CITTÀ - CITY FELLINI'S ITINERARY 
MUSEUM “LUIGI TONINI”
Via Tonini 1, tel 0541 793851 15. Piazzale Fellini: the Grand Hotel, symbol of “forbidden” wishes. 
The Museum, housed in the eighteenth-century Jesuit
16. Piazzale Boscovich: the pier, the so-called “palata”, winter destination of
college, tells the story of Rimini, offering visitors wonders the Vitelloni and scenery of Scureza’ stunts, the Amarcord motorcyclist. Boats 
and curiosities. Starting from the cobbles chipped by man, one million leave from the pier to meet Rex steamer.
years ago, to crossing all the stages of civilization up to the Roman age up to 17. Via Dardanelli: Fellini was born in the house, at number 10 Via Dardanelli, on
the threshold of the Middle Ages in the Archaeological Section. There are lavish January 20, 1920. The civic numbering was then different from the current one.
mosaics, amphorae and bricks made in kilns opened by the first entrepreneurs from 
Rimini, the exceptional set of surgical instruments and the splendid glass picture from
18. Piazzale [Link]: the railway station, the train, metaphor of each depar-
the Domus del Chirurgo (Surgeon’s House), along with everyday objects and even small ture, very dear to the Master.
pawns used as entrance tickets for the Anfiteatro (Amphitheater). The Medieval and Modern 19. Via Clementini n. 9: Palazzo Dolci, Fellini family moved there in 1929.
Section collects works mostly coming from the many religious buildings suppressed between 20. Via Gambalunga: Palazzo Gambalunga (Gambalunga Palace), the old gym-
the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries or affected by the fury of wars and earthquakes. nasium, theater of a thousand pranks.
Witness of the local artistic history from the eleventh century to the early twentieth century,
21. Corso d’Augusto: the cinema Fulgor (Fulgor cinema), an eye on the world and Federico Fellini
birthplace 
the Museum offers the thrill of discovering the Malatesta Rimini through the paintings of the 
14th century Rimini School, the Pietà by Giovanni Bellini, the works by Agostino di Duccio and the encounter with American cinema, immortalized in “Amarcord”. The scenog-
Ghirlandaio, and being fascinated by the pictorial experience of the Romagna’s seventeenth rapher and three-time Oscar winner Dante Ferretti designed the furnishings and 
century in paintings by Cagnacci, Centino and Guercino. interior fittings that gave new life to the most famous movie theater in the world.
The building, whose neoclassical façade bears the signature of Giuseppe Valadier, 
MUSEO DEGLI SGUARDI
Via delle Grazie, 12 - Covignano di Rimini - tel 0541 793858 is the cornerstone of the wider project of the Museo Fellini (Fellini Museum).
22. Piazza Cavour: the Fontana della Pigna (Pigna Fountain), snowballs to Gra-
On Covignano’s hill, in the eighteenth-century Villa Alvarado, it is disca, the Scureza’s jaunts, the enchantment of the peacock: in the Piazza Cavour
possible to visit, on request, the Museo degli Sguardi, one of the rebuilt in Cinecittà famous Amarcord sequences were shot.
main Italian museums dedicated to cultures from Africa,
23. Borgo San Giuliano: murals with characters and scenes from the most im-

Oceania and pre-Columbian America. Created in 2004 on On foot
a project by Marc Augé, the Museum exhibits more portant Fellini films are reproduced on the walls of the old village.
than 600 works collected by various trav- 24. Cimitero di Rimini (Rimini Cemetery): “La Grande Prua”, the monument by 
elers and collectors. Arnaldo Pomodoro in honour of Federico Fellini and Giulietta Masina.
Roman itinerary
Itinerary from the Middle
Ages to the Renaissance
Fellini's itinerary
Itinerary on bike
Old Town
HILL SITE
COVIGNANO
LINE SEAFRONT
BICIPOLITANA, RIMINI ON TWO WHEELS 15 km / 60 min

The cycle and pedestrian network of Rimini city unfolds along about 100
kilometers and gives a thousand opportunities for discovery for those Rimini
Station
who decide to leave their car at home or in a hotel. In recent years, the ter- BICIPOLITANA LINES
ritory has become increasingly equipped to be “bike-friendly” by equip-
Road route
ping itself with numerous cycle paths and dedicated services.
Shared-use path
Do not miss the “sea view” ride along the southern seafront, from the and cycle path
Rimini port to the border with Riccione . On the saddle, in both direc-
Secondary routes
tions, you can flank all the beach resorts and load up with iodine. Those LINE 2 Covered
who prefer to ride in the shade, can choose the path along the “Anel- 10 km / 40 min Market
lo Verde” (Green Circuit) which, from Piazzale Kennedy, leads to the
ultramodern Palacongressi and the parco Giovanni Paolo II, with its pic-
turesque lake inhabited by ducks and swans, to reach, through the river
Ausa bank, the green lung of Rimini, the Ponte di Tiberio (Tiberius Bridge) ENLARGEMENT OF
and the characteristic Borgo di [Link]. For nature trails lovers (pref- OLD TOWN MAP
erably in mountain bike) the most engaging itinerary is along the river-
bed of the Marecchia River , which allows one to cross, starting from LINE 3
8 km / 32 min
the mouth, the enchanting river landscape of Val Marecchia that leads to
Novafeltria. Lifting you gaze you can admire the ancient villages of Veruc-
chio, Torriana, Montebello and San Leo which, for those who love differences
in height, can be reached by bike making some detours. Many hotels offer bi-
LINE
cycles to their guests. Alternatively, bike sharing services such as oBike (you FIUME MARECCHIA
8 km / 32 min
can download the “oBike” app on your smartphone) or “Mi muovo in bici” nature trail
([Link] ) are active in the city. Near the Stazione ferro-
viaria centrale (Central Railway Station), there is the new cycle parking LINE GREEN CIRCUIT
10 km / 40 min
Bike Park which, starting from 2019, will provide for activation of vari-
ous services that rotate 360 ​​degrees around needs of those who move
on two wheels: secure parks, bike hire, electric bicycles, cargo bicycles, an
equipped bicycle repair shop, electric bicycle charging and much more.
Do not forget that on the regional trains, limited to places available, ev-
ery traveler can carry a bicycle with him, buying the bike surcharge. In
addition, free transport of a properly closed folding bicycle is allowed for
each traveler (provided that the dimensions do not exceed 80x110x40 LINE 4
cm). Soon Rimini will offer an extra opportunity for those who want to 12 km / 48 min
travel by bike: indeed, the Metromare, Coastal Fast Transport Service, is LINE
currently being completed. A collective transport system, a real coastline SEAFRONT
LINE 6 15 km / 60 min
metro, which will connect Rimini and Riccione through electric traction 3 km / 12 min
LINE 2
vehicles along a single lane, alongside the railway track. It will be possible LINE 8 10 km / 40 min
10 km / 40 min
to bring bicycles in tow.
RIMINI TOP TEN (IN RANDOM ORDER)

THE FELLINI AND THE


BEACH CITY OF MEMORY
Beaches in Rimini are the realm of relaxation, but also of active holidays. Along its 15 km of Rimini is the city of Federico Fellini. That Federico Fellini’s movies are mainly based on memories of his child-
beach, from Torre Pedrera to Miramare, 250 beach resorts follow one another, equipped for hood and youth in Rimini is a well-known fact. “Rimini is a dimension of memory”, wrote Fellini. And it
beach volleyball, beach basketball, beach tennis courts and beach soccer pitches, plus games is memory, the track to follow to savour Fellini’s soul of the city. The Master always had close links to the
for children and swimming pools. Perfectly equipped gyms and bikes for spinning are also city where he was born to the extent that it was his wish to rest here forever after his death. The city of
available, and if the call of the sea is irresistible, there are nautical centers to learn how to sail Rimini is working on Fellini’s universe, to execute the project for the Museo Internazionale Fellini (Fellini
or take up windsurfing, kitesurfing or SUP. Rimini’s beach is alive night and day. Starting at dawn International Museum), conceived on the development of 3 main interventions: the cinema Fulgor (Ful-
with walks on the shoreline and ending up in the evening, with an aperitif in one of the many gor cinema), inaugurated in January 2018, with the outfitting created by the scenographer and three-time
kiosks by the sea or with a fish dinner barefoot on the sand. Beach is great fun all day long: yoga Oscar winner Dante Ferretti and the annexed Casa del Cinema, that will develop on the three floors of the
classes, embroidery courses, sandcastle competitions, piada making classes, water aerobics. All eighteenth-century Palazzo Valloni (Valloni Palace), to contain the signs of Fellini’s poetry; the Renaissance
beach resorts provide facilities and services for children and adults: everything, beach umbrel- Castel Sismondo (Sismondo Castle) and a large pedestrianized urban area called CircAmarcord, which will
las and sunbeds is included in daily cost. act as connective fabric between the Castle and cinema Fulgor, where the true Fellini dimension of the
Museo Fellini (Fellini Museum) will be developed with open air artworks.

THE VILLAGES
Rimini tradition draws nourishment from its ancient Villages, Borgo San Giuliano, Borgo Sant’An-
EAT LIKE A LOCAL
drea and Borgo San Giovanni. These are identifying places of the city, where authentic traditions
You cannot leave Rimini without having tasted a real local piada. Difficult to resist the dozens of kiosks
are still alive, illustrious people from Rimini lived and Romagna tradition food can still be tasted.
present in the city. The Rimini piada is thinner than that of the rest of Romagna. You can fill it as you
Borgo San Giuliano, founded around the year one thousand, was the old fisherman district. The
wish: ham and squacquerone or wild herbs, vegetables au gratin, up to - but do not tell the purists! -
atmosphere that you breathe here is load of poetry and grandeur. All you need is walking through
chocolate. These “little kiosks” are protagonists of the travel guide [Link]: a web
its narrow alleys, the low houses, the pastel-coloured walls, with flowered balconies and colorful
app to find the best place to taste local street food. Key player of the typical cuisine is the blue fish from
murals, to realize it immediately. You walk in silence (the zone is a pedestrian area) while breath-
the Adriatic. Mackerels, mullets, mantis shrimps, sardines, tub gurnards and the legendary sardonci-
ing the anarchic and creative spirit that characterized its inhabitants. A small “rive gauche”, con-
ni. The most famous wine? Everyone knows it: Sangiovese, the red that warms hearts. Olive oil from
nected to the city by the Ponte di Tiberio (Tiberius Bridge). This district is also an ideal location
Rimini hills is among the best in Italy. For those who want to take a tour through the flavours, we recom-
for aperitifs and for tasting the delicious food offered by its numerous and characteristic res-
mend to depart from Ponte di Tiberio (Tiberius Bridge) and cross the entire Region. The bridge is the
taurants and taverns. Every two years in September, in even years, the spirit of the village takes
starting point of the Via Emilia, the Roman road founded by Consul Marco Emilio Lepido in 187 B.C., that
shape in the “Festa de’ borg”: an unmissable appointment. It takes place every two odd years, the
leads to Milan crossing the most famous food valley in Italy. Walking along it, you will find enogastro-
Borgo Sant’Andrea Festival, which, on occasion of the Patron Saint’s day St. Gaudentius, invites
nomical heritage of absolute value, from Parma ham to culatello di Zibello, from Modena’s traditional
everyone to a trip in time to rediscover the roots of this place rising outside Porta Montanara (St.
balsamic vinegar to Parmigiano Reggiano, plus tastings, international renowned chefs, starred restau-
Andrew’s Door), between the ancient lavatoio (wash house), the foro boario (Forum Boarium)
rants, visits to production and processing places and cooking classes for everyone.
and the antica fornace Fabbri (ancient Fabbri Furnace). In the month of July, on occasion of the
anniversary of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Borgo San Giovanni Festival takes place, an ideal mo-
ment to discover the village that developed outside the Arco di Augusto (Arch of Augustus) and
along the Via Flaminia. Borgo Marina is the entrance to the city from the sea with the ancient
Porta Galliana (Galliana’s Door), the walls on Porto Canale and the Via Gambalunga.
PLACES OF RIMINI TERME
“MOVIDA” For those who intend to relax and regenerate there is Rimini Terme that offers, in addition to the
There are many hearts beating in Rimini’s “movida” that, according to seasons, light up the nocturnal fun: thermal area, a modern and avant-garde Spa. The wellness center makes available different ser-
the area of ​​the port and Marina centro, with street bars and live music, the seafront from Torre Pedrera to vices and treatments such as sauna, a steam room, a wide range of massages and applications of
Miramare, with numerous clubs in addition to kiosks on the beach. Little squares and alleys in the historic aesthetic mud and marine cataplasms that constitute the essence of “thalassotherapeutic” treat-
center behind the “Vecchia Pescheria” (Old Fish Market) with its small wine cellars: every evening thousands ments. The thermal pool, with a shell-shaped biomarine tub, has a sea water temperature of 34°
of young people gather here for an aperitif, a snack, a concert, a rendezvous. Borgo San Giuliano’s squares, C with waterfalls, sessions, water jets and hydro-massage for treating the whole body enjoying a
where a stop in one of the many bars and taverns is not to be missed. The charm of these places is given by the splendid beach and sea view.
perfect union between history and trendy meeting points.

EXPO AND
CONVENTION CENTRE
Rimini is a capital of conventions and major trade fairs. Completed in 2001 and expanded in 2017,
MARINA CENTRO Fiera di Rimini (Rimini’s trade fair), designed by Gmp, the Hamburg-based firm, is one of the
The first beach resort was established here in 1843. Today, Piazzale Fellini, with its park and the largest exhibition centers in Italy. Entirely on one level, it has 189,000 square meters of usable
Fontana dei quattro cavalli (Fountain of the four horses), is a central venue in summer period, space, of which 129,000 for exhibitions and 60,000 for other services, and is equipped with 24
a corner always full of life, a scenario for special events. The Grand Hotel is the emblem of Marina modular conference rooms, as well as a dedicated railway station, on the Milan-Bari line. Ultra-
Centro, a liberty style national monument and mythical place of Fellini’s adolescence, immortal- modern, located near the city center, the Palacongressi di Rimini is one of the most versatile,
ized in “Amarcord”. Over the centuries, before becoming a holiday capital, Rimini was an impor- refined and advanced convention centres on an international level. With 39 rooms, capable of ac-
tant port. Today its “palata” - as in the local dialect - is the most popular promenade, especially at commodating 9,000 people, Rimini’s Palacongressi can host multiple simultaneous events. The
sunset, when the fishing boats return, followed by flocks of seagulls. large outdoor park is crossed by bike and pedestrian paths connecting the centre to the adjacent
artificial lake, to the old town on one side and to the Rimini seafront on the other.

THE DOCKS RIMINI FOR CHILDREN


To the left of the port stands the Darsena Marina di Rimini (Docks Marina di Rimini). It is one of The Rimini Riviera is the area in Europe with the highest density of theme parks. Starting from the
the most beautiful and avant-garde marinas in the whole Mediterranean. With over 600 berths first theme park of the peninsula, Italia in Miniatura (Italy in Miniature), a discovery trip to the
and a body of water that exceeds 100,000 square meters, surrounded by restaurants, trendy most famous monuments through 273 faithful scale reproductions. Changing genre but always
clubs and the San Giuliano Mare beach, an ideal place, not only for lovers of sailing and yachting, in Rimini: the world of fairy tales, indeed, is the protagonist in Fiabilandia, the theme park for
but for all those who wish to have a special walk, from a natural terrace facing the sea. The ele- the whole family with over 30 attractions surrounded by greenery and engaging live shows. In
vated pedestrian path, more than a kilometer long, provides a spectacular view to enjoy on a rise Riccione there are Oltremare and Aquafan, the most famous water park in Europe. The Acquar-
and dip road. A curiosity: not far from the docks (in via Fante) there is a fisherman’s house entirely io di Cattolica (Cattolica’s Aquarium) hosts 400 different species of fish from all the seas in the
covered with shells. world. And there is also an opportunity to watch the shark meal, penguins, otters and stingrays.
For those who have a taste for adventure there are the Skypark in Perticara di Novafeltria and
San Marino Adventures, the great adventure park in San Marino. Novelties for summer are the
water parks in open sea. Ask the lifeguard where to find them.
TRIPS & TIPS AROUND
COVIGNANO: THE OTHER RIMINI
The Rimini hill, a few kilometers from the old town, endowed with viewpoints and
springs, ideal for walks or cycling in green countryside; discover its magnificent histori-
cal-religious sites as well as high quality products that this oasis of quiet offers. An “oth-
er”, elevated Rimini, a quiet Rimini, with its Sanctuary dedicated to Our Lady of Grace,
the Museo degli Sguardi and the Chiesa di Santa Maria in Scolca (Church of St. Mary in
Scolca), places not to be missed. The many bed & breakfasts, typical restaurants, wine cel-
lars, farmhouses and agritourism with zero-kilometre products, are one of the strengths
of this hill facing the sea.

VALCONCA AND VALMARECCHIA BETWEEN MALATESTA AND MONTEFELTRO


Behind the sea, a few kilometers inland, a completely different landscape opens up, be-
tween the Marecchia and Conca river valleys. Fortified villages alternate with real fortress-
es and castles. This excursion reveals the story of two lordships that reached their peak
with Federico da Montefeltro, Duke of Urbino, and Sigismondo Pandolfo Malatesta,
lord of Rimini. The journey along the Marecchia starts from Santarcangelo, an enchant-
ing town, known for its well-kept village, dominated by a Fortress of the Malatesta era
and for its restaurants and taverns. It continues to Verucchio: on this rocky spur that
houses a medieval village, surrounded by remarkable buildings and ancient churches, the
Rocca Malatestiana (Malatesta Fortress) stands out. But here is a much older story, the
cradle of the Villanovan civilization revealed in one of the most beautiful archaeological
museums in Italy. The tour continues towards two castles on two rock spurs: Montebello
and Torriana, up to Poggio Berni. A must is lovely San Leo, where there is an ancient
Romanesque parish church next to the Duomo and the Palazzo Mediceo (Medici Palace)
and the austere fortress that harboured the famous Count Cagliostro as a prisoner. The
journey proceeds into the high Valmarecchia from Novafeltria to Talamello, famous
for its chestnuts and the formaggio di fossa (pit cheese), to the city of bread Maiolo.
Next is Pennabilli, a place for the soul with woods, mountains and rivers, where the poet
and screenwriter Tonino Guerra chose to live, then Casteldelci and Sant’Agata Feltria,
renowned for its precious white truffle, with its monumental fortress, closes the Rimini
valley. Along the Conca river the whole territory is dotted with fortresses and fortified
villages as guards against the dangerous border with the Duchy of Urbino. The emblem-
atic town of the valley is Montefiore Conca which, on top of its hill, houses a large and
beautiful medieval fortress. San Giovanni in Marignano, once known as the “granary
of the Malatesta” contains a small jewel, the nineteenth-century Teatro Massari (Massari
Theatre). Not far away, there are Mondaino enchanting for its Palio del Daino and medi-
eval charm and where you can visit its prestigious Paleontological museum, rich in fossils
and Saludecio, which was the valley capital and location of a church today considered
a small cathedral. Among the most beautiful villages in Italy is Montegridolfo, which,
thanks to a careful restoration, has maintained its medieval structure intact. Here you
can also find Morciano di Romagna, the ancient commercial capital of the valley, San
Clemente, rich in vineyards and good wine, Montecolombo, with Malatesta relics and
lovely surrounding hills, Montescudo with its beautiful fortified village of Albereto and
Coriano, in the middle of Valle del Marano. In each of these villages and surrounding hills
you can find local production of excellent doc wine and dop olive oil.
PAOLO AND FRANCESCA, DIVINE PASSION
TRIPS & TIPS AROUND Rimini is linked to the most famous story of love and death of all time. That of
Paolo and Francesca da Rimini, the most beloved character of Dante’s Divine
TONINO GUERRA AND I LUOGHI DELL’ANIMA (PLACES OF THE SOUL) Comedy and symbol of eternal love. As regards the adulterous relationship and
Pennabilli and Alta Valmarecchia are places of the soul where Tonino Guerra, the killing of Francesca, daughter of Guido da Polenta, and of Paolo, Gianciotto’s
poet and screenwriter of films by Federico Fellini and Antonioni amongst oth- brother, sons of Malatesta da Verucchio - the Dante’s “Mastin vecchio” - the doc-
ers, has left a “diffused” museum space, a trip in spirit and dreams. Along the umentary and literary sources are mixed. The ‘theater’ of the adultery of the two
way, there is a nearly all outdoor art installation, which revolves around seven ”brother and sister in law” and their murder by the hand of the betrayed hus-
themes: the vegetable garden of forgotten fruits, featuring forgotten species band (and brother) is disputed, with more or less solid arguments, from Rimini,
of fruit trees; the road of sundials, exhibiting facades embellished with artistic Pesaro, Gradara, Santarcangelo, Verucchio and other places. But most of the
sundials; the petrified garden, in the hamlet of Bascio; the angel with a mus- sources lead to identify Rimini as the place where the most famous kiss of histo-
tache, in the Chiesetta dei Caduti; the sanctuary of thoughts, that contains sev- ry can be located, probably not in the “case del Gattolo”, where Castel Sismondo
en enigmatic stone sculptures and a single bench to meditate; the shelter of (Sismondo Castle) will be erected, but in the “case rosse” of Porta Sant’Andrea
the abandoned Madonnas, a collection of sacred images that once adorned the (St. Andrew’s Door), first residence of the Malatesta family from Rimini.
wayside shrines at the junction of two country roads and the Madonna of the
snow rectangle, a small church built in the middle of the woods. Alongside these GROTTE DI ONFERNO (ONFERNO CAVES)
works, walking through the historical center of Pennabilli, many other traces are The complex of the Grotte di Onferno, known since the nineteenth century, is
still visible, and ‘words on the walls’ that the poetic genius of the Master thought considered among the most important in Italy. The cave, which is located in the
to imprint. Among these magic places, see Petrella Guidi, where in the ‘field of municipality of Gemmano, is 400m long and is sculpted by a stream running
names’ there is a tribute to Fellini and Giulietta Masina, and the CAI paths follow- through a chalky cliff. From the valley, along the stream, you can walk through
ing rivers, woods and mountains. tunnels with walls shaped by water, encountering the typical calcareous concre-
tions of chalky caves, until you reach the fossil environments. One of the charac-
THE REPUBLIC OF SAN MARINO teristics of this cave is the presence of large colonies of bats, over 8,000 individ-
Located between the province of Rimini and the one of Pesaro and Urbino, the uals of seven different species. The beauty of the caves is part of an equally inter-
Republic of San Marino has ancient origins, sufficient to be considered the old- esting natural context, safeguarded by the establishment of the Nature Reserve.
est republic in the world still existing. Do not miss a tour of the city center, cling- Opening: all year round, on varying days and times. Info: cell. +39 389 199 1683
ing to the western slope of Monte Titano. Immerge yourself in the atmosphere
of ancient squares, alleys, palaces and breathtaking views, surrounded by impos-
ing medieval walls. Its cultural tradition and its values ​​of authenticity, freedom
and identity have remained unchanged over the centuries: these are the rea-
sons why unesco has included the historic center of San Marino, that of Borgo
Maggiore and Monte Titano in the list of Protected Heritage. San Marino is also
the “country of shopping” due to the many souvenir shops that fill the historical
center, its shopping centers and Fashion Outlet.
BU Y LI KE A LO CA L
Corso d’Augusto, Piazza Tre Martiri,
Via Garibaldi and Via Gambalunga
are some of the historic center stre
ets from which the Rimini “shoppi e-
ng the seaside area: the seafront, esp
tour” can be started. Along the anc The walk for shoppers continues in r-
ient cardo and decumanus axis, as s for all tastes. Many summer ma
well as along the just redeveloped
red circuit of the new squares whi cially in summer, offers temptation dre n, craf t one s,
ch s dedicated to chil
“embraces” the historic center, the
re are the streets and squares of de- kets: every night you can find the one by tou rist
nariato and vintage held
signer labels fashion, but also of loca
l handmade creations and unique those dedicated to antiques, moder a-
districts, from Torre Pedrera to Mir
‘handmade’ pieces. And then cafe
s, venues, bookshops and historic committees representing various
kly basis, alternate to host colorful
shops. During the year the traders
of the historic center organize evening mare, which every evening, on a wee
So let’s meet at Marina Centro, Vi-
events and openings on the occasio stands a few steps from the beach.
n of the ‘Rimini Shopping Night’. ce and Lagomaggio; at Bellariva or
Generally, in the historic center, the
shops opening hours are: from 9 am ale Vespucci, Piazzale Benedetto Cro
ens in front of the beach resorts from
to 12.30 am/1.00 pm and from 3.30
pm/4 pm to 7.30 pm/8 pm. The clos Marebello; at Rivazzurra in the gard eti
- Lungomare Spadazzi or in Via Oliv
ing day, although no longer mandat
ory, is Tuesday in the historic center 120 to 128 or at Miramare on the me llo; at Vis-
Rivabella in piazza Ada
and Thursday in the seaside area. and again, in the northern coast, at
Pedrera in via Tolmetta.
erba in Piazza Pascoli and at Torre
Every Wednesday and Saturday mo
rning, a weekly market takes plac
e shopping centers in Rimini and its
in the city center, around Piazzale
Gramsci, Santa Rita car park, Clem In addition, do not miss outlets and u-
en- districts, such as the one in San Ma
tini car park, Via Castelfidardo, Via
Dante, Piazza Tre Martiri and the Arc surroundings, as well as footwear bra nds
o industry with its most famous
di Augusto. In July and August, a colo ro Pascoli where the Italian shoe
rful and crowded children’s market and December, artisans, designers,
takes place in Piazza Cavour every
Wednesday (from 6 pm to 11 pm): is concentrated. Twice a year, in May tri-
it ether in a single container: it is Ma
is called ‘Ricordi in soffitta’ (Memo
ries in the attic) and the small sell creators and visionaries come tog ts (ww w.m atri -
- “handmade” produc
ers offer games and objects that no
longer use, directly from trunks of oska, the itinerant lab store offering nt not to
savour” lovers, an appointme
their bedrooms. On Friday evenin
g in the city center, from June to [Link]). For shopping “to ts
aromas and flavours of local produc
mid-September, Piazza Cavour is
filled with antique stalls, objets d’ar be missed to immerse yourself in e’s
t, Market), in the city center, a ston
vintage stuff, artistic handicrafts, cur
iosities from the past and collecti is the Mercato Coperto (Covered ope n from Mo n-
- o (via Castelfidardo,
bles. Every last Sunday of the month
(except from July and December), throw from the Tempio Malatestian cov ere d
pm). Not only within the
in Piazza Tre Martiri, Rimini Antiqu
a, the antiques, modernariato and day to Saturday, from 7 am to 7.30 eta-
ls of fish products, fruit and veg
vintage trade show is held where you market, where more than 100 stal
can find a wide selection of ceram- sent, but also in the outer perimeter,
ics, glass, books, furniture, costum
e jewelry, silverware, various objects bles, bakeries and butchers are pre
, of traditional historic shops, ideal for
all strictly dated or antique (hours:
8 am – 7 pm). where there is a high concentration
a high-quality food and wine tour.
WATER TOUR, THE WONDERS OF ADRIATIC Isola delle Rose Here you dive also into history, that of a utopia that took shape
in this artificial platform that stood 500 m outside the Italian territorial waters,
12 km off Rimini. Conceived by the Bolognese engineer Giorgio Rosa, on 1 May
An immersion to discover history, flora and fauna in the waters of the Adriatic. 1968 it was a self-proclaimed independent state with an official language (Es-
Not everyone knows that the holiday capital also offers many diving spots and peranto), a government, a currency and a postage stamp. It was never formally
wrecks to be discovered that make Rimini underwater a paradise for divers, recognized by any country; occupied by the police forces, it was demolished in
suitable for any degree of experience and rich in species to explore. Sargos, sea 1969. After 40 years the remains of the famous island was found. It is now a div-
breams, wrasses, corvinas, prawns, mantis shrimps, shrimps, not to mention ing site suitable for everyone.
the noble lobster. In recent years, warming water has led to the arrival of new Maximum depth: 12 m
exotic fish from the Red Sea. In front of the north coast of the Municipality of
Rimini, a few meters from the beach, you can go snorkeling near the reef, suit- Cargo Zoe 2 Sunk in 1983 in perfect sailing conditions, whole, with all its load, it
able, toward shore, even for younger children. Towards the open sea you can was found in 2011.
find 4 meter deep water, suitable for free-diving even for beginners. But here is Minimum depth: 38 m - Maximum depth: 67 m
a tour for those who want to discover Rimini underwater: fill the tank and start
the adventure!
Relitto Cargo Anni Approximately 20 miles off the coast of Rimini lies, in navi-
gation trim, the wreck of a cargo ship, remained intact in all its furnishings and
Isola delle Rose
.......................... max 12 m

Tralicci
...................... min 9 max 26 m

Relitto Cargo Anni


......................... min 37 max 52 m

Relitto Cargo Zoe 2


......................... min 38 max 67 m

Bombardiere B24
....................... min 62 max 66 m

Piattaforma Paguro
.................. min 13 max 33 m

Piramidi
......... min 8 max 13 m
equipment. Traces of the transported load can still be found in the hold. A para-
Piattaforma Paguro The tour starts with this biological conservation area. Here
dise for marine biology at only 50 minutes from Rimini.
you can admire marine animals of all kinds: bluefish, mackerels, sardines, Atlantic
Minimum depth: 37 m - Maximum depth: 52 m
bonitos, mullets, sea basses, sea bass, yellowtails. It is not uncommon to come
across dolphins as well. On the mussel- and oyster-covered structures there are
spider crabs, crabs, sea urchins and in dens, large European lobsters, crawfish, Bombardiere B24 Remains of this American bomber plane with six 50-caliber
conger eels and corvinas. machine guns are a suitable site for more experienced divers, provided with
Minimum depth: 13 m - Maximum depth: 33 m Trimix license.
Minimum depth: 62 m - Maximum depth: 66 m
Piramidi It is an artificial immersion area, created 25 years ago for the repro-
duction of mussels and teeming with marine life now. They consist of huge iron
gabions protected by pyramid-shaped and perforated concrete blocks to ac-
commodate fish dens. Suitable for all types of license.
Minimum depth: 8 m - Maximum depth: 13 m

Tralicci Do you want to dive into space? You are in the right place, because here
it feels like being in a spaceship. In this disused methane well consisting of 4
gigantic bases, diving is suitable for all types of license.
Minimum depth: 9 m - Maximum depth: 26 m
RIMINI, YOUR WEDDING DESTINATION INSTA-RIMINI: RIMINI IN TEN “SELFIES”
The wedding destination of your dreams. Starting from today you can get mar- 1. From the new floating walkway connecting the right and left docks of
ried in unique and exclusive locations and choose from the golden beach, the
the ancient port you can enjoy a unique view of the two thousand year old
Castello Rinascimentale di Sigismondo Malatesta (Renaissance Castle of
Sigismondo Malatesta), the nineteenth-century Theater inaugurated by Ponte di Tiberio (Tiberius Bridge).
Giuseppe Verdi, the Grand Hotel made famous by Master Federico Fellini and
many other symbolic places in the city. Lots of personalized proposals for those 2. In the garden of the legendary Grand Hotel, dear to the film director
who want to say the fateful ‘yes’ in Rimini: [Link] Fellini, behind what has been, since 1984, a national monument in pure
Liberty style (Parco Fellini, Marina Centro).

3. In front of ‘Fellinia’, the big camera in the Piazzale Fellini roundabout.

4. 60 meters high, the Ferris wheel that every summer soars over the
harbour allows a breathtaking view on the beach, from Cesenatico to
Galli Theatre Gabicce.
City Museum
(Judgment Hall and Roman Lapidary) 5. In front of one of the many, spectacular, Fellini murals painted on the
colorful fishermen’s houses at Borgo San Giuliano.

6. From the elevated walkway facing the yachts moored at the Darsena
Sismondo Castle
Marina di Rimini (San Giuliano Mare)

7. In front of the strangest house in Rimini: all covered externally with


thousands of shells (San Giuliano Mare, via del Fante)
Tourism Palace
8. In a gondola? Not in Venice, but in the theme park Italia in Miniatura
Town Hall (Italy in Miniature) in Viserba.

9. Rimini at sunset with a drink in one hand and feet in the water in one of
the many kiosks on the beach.

10. In front of a fisherman’s trabucco or a mural on the Lungofiume degli


Artisti in S. Giuliano Mare.
Wedding House (Beach) Grand Hotel di Rimini
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Rimini's approach to tourism is deeply intertwined with its historical and cultural assets, leveraging its rich Roman and Renaissance history alongside modern attractions. The city promotes its expansive beaches, cultural festivals, and art to attract tourists, while also highlighting its historical monuments like the Arco d'Augusto and Tiberius Bridge. Initiatives like the Fellini International Museum and themed festivals enhance Rimini's identity as a multifaceted tourist destination that celebrates both past and present .

Rimini has transformed significantly from its Roman origins as Ariminum to the present day. Originally founded in 268 B.C. as a strategic settlement by the Roman Senate, it evolved from a medieval municipality to a significant Renaissance town under the Malatesta lordship. In the 19th century, it reinvented itself as a therapeutic and bathing center, and subsequently as the holiday capital known for its vibrant beach life and cultural heritage. The city has been influenced by artistic figures such as Fellini, reinforcing its role as a cultural beacon .

Rimini honors the legacy of Federico Fellini through various cultural initiatives and landmarks. The city hosts the Museo Internazionale Fellini, which encompasses the cinema Fulgor, Castel Sismondo, and the CircAmarcord area. Additionally, murals of Fellini can be found in Borgo San Giuliano, and the annual initiatives and projects are dedicated to preserving and celebrating his contributions to film and memory .

The Teatro “Amintore Galli” plays a vital role in Rimini's cultural landscape as a landmark of 19th-century Italian theatrical architecture. Designed by Luigi Poletti and inaugurated with a specially composed piece by Giuseppe Verdi, the theater exemplifies neoclassical art and innovation. Despite significant damage during WWII, its restoration underscores Rimini's commitment to preserving and reviving cultural heritage, serving as a premier venue for performing arts in the region .

Rimini's geographic location at the convergence of the Via Flaminia and the Via Emilia played a crucial role in its designation as Caput Viarum, or 'head of the roads,' in the Roman Empire. This strategic positioning facilitated the movement of goods, people, and military throughout Italy, underscoring Rimini's importance as a transportation hub. The proximity to the Adriatic Sea further enhanced its status as a central point for trade and communication .

Borgo San Giuliano is pivotal in reflecting Rimini’s cultural and social identity through its preservation of authentic traditions and community spirit. As an old fisherman's district, it maintains a unique atmosphere characterized by pastel-colored houses, murals, and flowered balconies. This area hosts cultural events like the 'Festa de’ borg' that highlight local customs, offering a glimpse into the historic and ongoing social dynamics of Rimini .

The Malatesta Temple holds significant importance in art history as an emblematic monument of the Renaissance in Rimini. Designed by Leon Battista Alberti and commissioned by Sigismondo Pandolfo Malatesta, it features a fresco by Piero della Francesca and highlights contributions from various renowned artists of the time. Its design and artwork represent a critical chapter in European artistic movements, showcasing innovation and the blending of Gothic and classical elements .

The Biblioteca Gambalunga is a significant cultural institution due to its status as one of Italy's first civic libraries, founded in 1619. It houses an extensive collection of historical manuscripts, maps, and globes, showcasing the intellectual heritage of the Renaissance. The library’s architecture and collection underscore its importance in promoting educational and cultural development, making it a cherished site for scholars and visitors .

The Domus del Chirurgo is a critical archaeological site in Rimini, significantly contributing to the understanding of Roman medical practices. It is renowned for the discovery of an extensive collection of over 150 surgical instruments, the richest such collection from the Roman world. These artifacts provide invaluable insights into ancient surgical techniques, medical knowledge, and the intersection of health practices and daily life in Roman society .

The Arco d'Augusto in Rimini is historically significant as it marks the meeting point of the two vital Roman roads of ancient Italy: the Via Flaminia and the Via Emilia. This positioning made Rimini a strategic center in the Roman Empire, illustrating its importance in ancient transportation networks and urban planning .

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