My favorite of Rab Town's four bell-towered churches, Sveti Ivan Evandliste dates to the early 7th century. Little more than a ruin today, the church still has the ability to captivate. The columns of the apse still stand, as does the 13th century bell tower. Several guide books we had stated that the tower could be climbed, but it was closed when we visited and locals told us that it is rarely open due current preservation efforts. Several grave plaques are still embedded in the ground, and it is possible to discern where the columned aisle and other parts of the church once stood. It is truly fascinating. We visited several times during our walks around the town.
The remains of this church (which at one time also served as a Benedictine monastery and bishop's palace) sit perched high above the bay - it's a great place to go to see the sun set.
Admission to the church is free. Sveti Ivan is essentially a ruin - there are no information booths or other tourist facilities. The sight, while very well maintained, has been allowed to occupy its place on Gornji Ulica free of tourist trappings. As a result, it is a very peaceful place.