AI estimate Updated Mar 22, 2026 About guide entries
Essentials
- Internet Speed
- 95 Mbps average, Fiber available in most central areas.
- Currency & Banking
- 1 EUR ≈ 1.09 USD; Euro is the local currency.
- Tap Water
- Drinkable and high quality (Acqua del Sindaco).
- Power
- 230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type C/F/L sockets.
- SIM Card
- TIM, Vodafone, WindTre (approx. €15/month for 100GB+).
- Banking for Expats
- Intesa Sanpaolo, Unicredit, and digital banks like Revolut/Fineco.
- City
- Rimini, Emilia-Romagna, Italy
- Population
- 150,000 approx.
- Accommodation
- Ideal-Lavoro for long term; Airbnb for short term (high seasonal fluctuation).
- Cashless Friendly
- Yes, mandatory for businesses to accept cards (POS), but keep some cash for small beach kiosks.
- Short Term Rentals
- Airbnb, Booking.com, and Immobiliare.it (Monthly: €800-€1,400).
- Budget Accommodation
- Sunflower Beach Backpacker Hostel (Via Dati 77, €25-€40/night).
- Best Area to Stay for Tourists
- Marina Centro (Viale Vespucci area for beaches and nightlife).
- Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
- Centro Storico (Historical Center) for year-round amenities and the San Giuliano district.
Working and Networking
- Best Coworking Space
- Innovation Square (Corso d'Augusto 62) - Day pass approx. €20.
- Best Cafe for Work
- Caffetteria Vecchi (Via Bruno 22) - Great WiFi and quiet morning atmosphere.
- Networking Events
- Innovation Square meetups and Startup Grind Rimini events.
- Social Events for Expats
- Rimini Language Exchange (often held at beercraft bars in San Giuliano).
Transportation
- Best Taxi/Ride App
- App Taxi or ItTaxi (Uber is limited to Uber Black/Van in Italy).
- Bike/Scooter Rental
- Lime, Bird, and BIT Mobility (approx. €0.25/min); Coros Bike Rental.
- Best Beach Nearby
- Spiaggia di Rimini (Lungomare); for wilder vibes, Baia Vallugola (25 mins drive).
- Top Regional Airline
- ITA Airways (via Bologna or Rome).
- Top International Airline
- Ryanair (Rimini Airport RMI), Lufthansa/Emirates (Bologna Airport BLQ).
- Highway Access
- A14 (Autostrada Adriatica) connects to Bologna and Ancona.
- Main Train/Transit Hub
- Stazione di Rimini (Piazzale Cesare Battisti).
- Public Transport Passes
- Metromare (Fast bus connecting Rimini-Riccione): €2.50. Monthly Start Romagna pass: €35.
- Regional Travel
- Trenitalia (Regional trains to Ravenna or Ancona) and Italo for high-speed connections from Bologna.
Health and Wellness
- Best Hospital
- Ospedale Infermi di Rimini (Via Settembrini 2).
- Yoga & Wellness Centers
- Arbor Vitae (Viale Ruggero Baldini 15) - Yoga and holistic therapy.
- Gyms & Fitness Centers
- Garden Sporting Center (Via Euterpe 7) - Large facility with pool, €60-80/month.
- Laundry Services
- Lavanderia Self-Service 'Onda Blu' (Via Roma 53) - Approx. €4-6 per wash.
Food and Drink
- Best Food Delivery App
- Glovo, Just Eat, Deliveroo.
- Best Local Dish to Try
- Piadina Romagnola (try Casina del Bosco, Viale Beccadelli 4).
- Vegan/Vegetarian Options
- Vegolosi (Via Garibaldi 116) - 100% plant-based bistro.
- Best Dessert Spots
- Pasticceria Rinaldini (Via Amerigo Vespucci 8) - World-class pastries.
- Affordable Shopping Spots
- Mercato Coperto (Via Castelfidardo) - Large daily fresh market.
- E-commerce/Online Store
- Amazon.it, Zalando.it.
- Grocery Delivery
- Esselunga a Casa, Conad Drive & Delivery.
- Bar/Nightlife Area
- Borgo San Giuliano (trendy wine bars) and Coconuts (Lungomare Tintori).
- Local Brewery
- Birra Amarcord (Local craft beer found in most bars).
- Wine Bars
- Enio Ottaviani (Local Sangiovese) and Beura (Via San Giuliano 69).
- Street Food Stalls
- L'Azdora (Viale Vespucci) for quick Piadina slices.
- Popular International Cuisine
- Yume Ramen (Via Bonsi 15) for authentic Japanese.
Culture and Attractions
- Must-See Landmarks
- Arco d'Augusto and the Ponte di Tiberio.
- Museums & Art Venues
- Fellini Museum (Castel Sismondo) dedicated to director Federico Fellini.
- Historical Sites
- Domus del Chirurgo (Roman Surgeon's House ruins).
- Religious Sites
- Tempio Malatestiano (Renaissance cathedral designed by Alberti).
- Annual Events
- La Notte Rosa (July), Rimini Wellness (May/June), Festa de' Borg.
- Cultural Districts
- Borgo San Giuliano (Fishermen's quarter with murals).
- Theater Venues
- Teatro Amintore Galli (Piazza Cavour).
- Local Markets
- Outdoor Market on Wednesdays and Saturdays in Piazza Malatesta.
- Music Scene
- Velvet Club (Rock/Alternative) and various summer beach concerts.
- Street Art
- Fellini-inspired murals throughout Borgo San Giuliano.
- Cooking Classes
- Cesenatico Cooking School (Nearby) or local 'Sfogline' workshops at restaurants.
- Art Galleries
- PART - Palazzi dell’Arte Rimini (Piazza Cavour).
- Historic Buildings
- Palazzo dell'Arengo and Palazzo del Podestà.
- Local Heritage
- Romagna Identity - Strong focus on hospitality and gastronomy.
Nature and Outdoor Activities
- Nearby Nature Escapes
- Parco Marecchia (urban park) and Monte San Bartolo Regional Park (30 mins drive).
- National Parks Nearby
- Parco Nazionale delle Foreste Casentinesi (1.5 hours drive).
- Cycling/Walking Paths
- Ciclabile del Marecchia - 20km path from the sea to the hills.
- Scenic Viewpoints
- La Ruota Panoramica (Ferris Wheel) at the port.
- Birdwatching Locations
- Oasi d'Isola (Torriana area).
- Bonfire-Friendly Spots
- Generally prohibited on public beaches; allowed in private beach club events.
Other Services and Amenities
- Parcel Delivery Service
- Poste Italiane (Via Dante Alighieri 8), DHL Excellence Point.
- Tech Repair Services
- iFix (Via Tripoli 55) for smartphones and laptops.
- Table Tennis Spots
- Many 'Bagni' (beach clubs) like Bagno 26 have tables in summer.
- Language Classes
- Rimini Academy (Via Gambalunga 47).
- Libraries & Study Spots
- Biblioteca Gambalunga (Via Gambalunga 27) - Stunning 17th-century library.
- Community Centers
- Casa delle Associazioni (Via Bonsi).
- Gaming Lounges
- Cyberground (Nearby in Riccione).
- Casino & Gaming Halls
- Bingo Rimini (Via Flaminia).
Business
- Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. €3,800/m² (e.g., 40m² = €152,000).
- Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. €2,600/m² (e.g., 40m² = €104,000).
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. €3,500/m² (e.g., 60m² = €210,000).
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. €2,400/m² (e.g., 60m² = €144,000).
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. €3,200/m² (e.g., 80m² = €256,000).
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. €2,200/m² (e.g., 80m² = €176,000).
- Corporate Tax
- 24% IRES + 3.9% IRAP (Standard Italian rates).
- Dividend Withholding Tax
- 26% (Standard for residents).
- Tax System
- Worldwide income for residents; 183-day rule applies.
- Highest Income Tax Bracket
- 43% for income over €50,000.
- VAT
- 22% Standard (IVA).
- Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
- Yes, applicable to foreign entities in low-tax jurisdictions.
- Property Tax
- IMU (approx. 0.76% - 1.06% on second homes; primary residence usually exempt).
- Property Transaction Tax
- 2% (First home) or 9% (Second home) Registration Tax on cadastral value.
- Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
- Italy Digital Nomad Visa/Permit; optional 5% Flat Rate ('Regime Forfettario') for new freelancers up to €85k revenue.
About these guide entries
- Method
- AI estimate
- Last updated
- Mar 22, 2026
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