The Croatian capital is known for its Austro-Hungarian architecture but it also contains many hidden secrets.
There’s plenty to soak up in Zagreb – from rich historical and cultural hotspots to a buzzing nightlife and plenty of shops to explore. You won’t be bored in this small but mighty city!
Location: Zagreb, Croatia
Language: Croatian
Population of city: 790,000
Nearest airport: Zagreb Airport
Main train/bus station(s): Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor/Autobusni Kolodvor
Best time to visit? May – October
Budget level? £
Best for: Beach, shopping, Nightlife, art & culture, history/museums
Generally you’ll be travelling in from Budapest, so given the longish journey it’s worth sparing 2 nights if you can. Zagreb is a small city, so if you can only manage a night’s stay you’ll still be able to get a taste of the city.
Zagreb is well connected by rail to the rest of Central Europe, with regular connections to Budapest, Vienna, Munich and Slovenian cities. By rail or coach you can easily access the rest of Croatia including the coast, as well as other Balkan countries such as Bosnia and Serbia.
Although it’s been under renovation for years, the cathedral is still a must see when you visit the Croatian capital.
Church famous for its beautifully tiled roof, featuring coats of arms from Croatia, Dalmatia and Slavonia.
Famous museum of personal artefacts and stories, symbolising lost loves and past relationships.
Old fashioned outdoors market, with loads of local produce on offer. Buy a fresh watermelon and watch stallholders slice it up for you to enjoy on boiling hot summer days!
Zagreb is a small city with an excellent tram system. You can walk the city centre easily enough, and a stroll around the old town is well worth it even if you don’t have time for anything else!
Zagreb’s old town, here you’ll find the Presidential Palace, St Mark’s Church, the Croatian Parliament and plenty of cobbled streets.
This is the buzzing downtown area, with lots of restaurants, bars, theatres and cafes.
Stunning modern building containing permanent and special collections.
Museum with exhibits from prehistoric times, Greek and Roman civilisation and Medieval Artefacts.
Try something different with this gallery of folk art from various different eras.
Croatian law doesn’t allow free walking tours, but you can book one for 1 Kuna or 13 cents! Tours meet daily at 11am in front of the horse statue at Ban Jelacic square. Tours last around 2 hours.
