Rabac is a town, port and a tourist center situated on the south-east coast of Istria, about 5 km from Labin.

It is often referred to as ''The pearl of the Adriatic'' for its beautiful beaches, small coves and crystal clear sea. It is considered one of the most beautiful Istrian bays. 

Once it was a small fishing village with barely ten houses. It was in mid 19th Century that first tourists discovered this beautiful place while roaming the country, and could not resist its picturesque surroundings. Today it is a famous seaside resort that can take up to 11.000 tourists in one day, but still holds the atmosphere of old times. 

Take a look at the Church St. Andrew, dated from the 15th century, the oldest architectural heritage, and take a stroll at  Rabac port, the place where glass boats and other tourist boats for round trips settle.

There are many places worth seeing in this natural paradise. Discover the beauty of Labin, the former mining capital of Istria, with its Venetian-inspired churches and palaces. It is situated on the hill above Rabac at a height of 320 m above sea level. It is said that it has been founded by Celts in the 4th Century. It was originally a mining town (you can also visit the reconstructed mine shaft at Labin’s museum) but is now a popular tourist attraction with many historical monuments. Stepped streets and cobblestone alleys will lead you to a fortress from which there is a magnificent view of the coast and the island of Cres. Porta Sanfior is the main town gates dating from 1589. with Labin coat of arms and the Venetian lion above. Today it houses amongst other displays a Canon from Austrian times.

On the road for Labin and Rabac you can find the Sculpture Park Dubrova - an open air sculpture park  and unique gallery, offering an interesting festivities and exhibitions during the summer.

Visit also Barban, a charming old town in the middle of August and witness the knight's lancing tournament.

In the vicinity of Rabac are medieval towns such as Pićan, Gračišće, Paz and Boljun that are also interesting sites to visit. Tears of St Lucia – a natural spring that is reputed to heal your eyes if you wash them with the water.

Explore Rabac inland and find many beautiful hidden places. Take a walk from Maslinica Cove to Labin and on your way you will pass by charming little canyons and waterfalls. Boat trips will give you a chance to explore the surrounding islands of Krk, Rab and Cres.

Young people will find their interest in many sport and entertainment facilities. Surfing, waterskiing, paragliding, diving and tennis are only part of the offer. More adventure ones can try canoes down Kupa river or hand-gliding up the Učka, the highest mountain in Istria .The slopes of Mt. Učka offer possibilities for hiking, and further south, at Skitača with a magnificent view of Kvarner,.Besides hiking and trekking there are possibilities for other sports like free climbing, riding and mountain biking.

In Rabac & Labin there is a great number of summer concerts, festivals, authentic Istrian events and also a rich night life at bars and discos. Some of the most important events are Rabac summer festival of electronic music on Girandella beach and LAR (Labin Art Republic) – a manifestation of art and entertainment in the summer months, organizing evening sightseeing of the old town of Labin by torch lights.

Whether you are looking for an oasis of peace for body and soul, an active vacation lined with sport or a perfect place for a family holiday, Rabac has it all.