Balbi's Arch, Stone entrance arch at old town entrance in Rovinj, Croatia

Balbi's Arch features baroque stonework and is crowned with a winged lion figure that references Venice's historical influence on the region. The structure marks the threshold between the modern harbor area and the narrow streets of the historic settlement beyond.

Balbi's Arch was built in 1678–1679 on the site of the Porton della pescheria, the fish-market gate, one of seven entrances to Rovinj's fortified town. The gate was demolished before the arch was erected. The arch is named after mayor Daniel Balbi, in whose time it was built, as the dedication between the coats of arms records.

The two carved heads at the top of the arch are stylized: the one on the inner side is in Venetian style, the one on the outer side in Ottoman style. The winged lion of Saint Mark above them holds an open book inscribed "Victoria Tibi Marce Evengelista Mevs", marking Venice's arrival in Rovinj without war.

The arch sits at a central pedestrian crossing that leads from the harbor zone to the older quarters and is therefore easy to find. Access is straightforward and level, making the passage accessible for all visitors.

Below the winged lion, the coats of arms of the Balbi family were added about a century after the arch was built, with a dedication to mayor Daniel Balbi between them. The lion's open book reads "Victoria Tibi Marce Evengelista Mevs", marking Venice's arrival in Rovinj without war.