Destination guide
Zagreb
Croatia
Zagreb is a city in Central Croatia and the capital of Croatia. The city has a charming medieval 'old city' with architecture and cobbled streets reminiscent of Vienna, Budapest, Prague and other Central European capitals.
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When passing through the Kamenita vrata (Old Town Gate), maintain complete silence; it is an active shrine where locals light candles to make wishes, and treating it as a standard thoroughfare is considered disrespectful.
Purchase your ZET transit tickets at a news-stand (Tisak) before boarding trams or buses, as buying them from the driver is significantly more expensive.
Visit Strossmayerovo šetalište during the summer evenings to experience the local art scene, as this is when the promenade transforms into a primary social hub for outdoor performances and concerts.
Seek out hidden gems like Plac Kitchen & Grill for local staples like cevapcici, as the best-regarded spots for traditional gastronomy are often tucked away from the primary tourist thoroughfares.
If you plan to visit Kino Tuškanac for alternative or classic cinema, be aware that films are screened in their original language with only Croatian subtitles, making it a challenging choice for those who do not speak the film's original language.
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Best time to go
Best window: April–June and September–October
No month to avoid, though the shoulder seasons are the pick.
Rated from ten years of daily temperature and rainfall recorded at this destination, via Open-Meteo's ERA5 reanalysis. Hover a month for its real numbers.
Getting around
By bus
As for the buses, there are 138 day-time and 4 night lines. ZET buses cover the area outside the city center, and some neighboring towns in Zagreb county. The buses use the same ticketing system as the trams. There does not appear to be a map of bus routes.
Ticketing system for buses & trams
ZET operate city buses, trams, funicular & Sljeme cable car. Paper tickets & chip cards can be purchased at any news-stand/kiosk (Tisak), including at the airport. It is cheaper to buy a ticket here than from a driver.
By train
Trains operated by Croatian Railways (Hrvatske Željeznice) run every 15 minutes from the east to west of the city, connecting the suburbs of Zagreb with the central railway station.
By taxi
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By bicycle
There are few companies that offer bicycle rent option: nextbike is the one which offers automated public bike rental stations. Bikes are available at 20 stations in the city. Tariff is per 30 mins.
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What to see
Museum of Hangovers
about a 5–7 min walk east from Ban Jelačić Square
Specialty museum about nightlife culture and hangovers; interactive exhibits and short visit (45–60 min).
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Museum of Broken Relationships
Sv. Ćirila i Metoda 2· Cheap
What remains after a break-up? Museum's permanent display is an opportunity to experience a unique emotional journey through dozens of love leftovers collected from all around the world.
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Zagreb Cathedral
Kaptol· Free
The Zagreb Cathedral with its twin spires is the most well known landmark of the city. The original cathedral dates back to 1217 but the present structure dates to 1906. The chief architect was Hermann Bollé.
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Old Town Gate
Upper Town
now a shrine to virgin Mary - the "Kamenita vrata" where you can light a candle and, as the locals believe, your wish will be granted. Please be silent, even if just passing through the Gate.
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Ribnjak Park
next to Zagreb Cathedral, Kaptol
the Ribnjak is an English-style park complete with exotic plants, sculptures, and a children's playground. The park used to be the site of Bishop's fish pond.
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St. Mark's Square
St. Mark's Square· Free
St. Mark's Church is known for its colourful roof tiles depicting the coat of arms of Croatia and Zagreb. Mark's Church was constructed in 1499.
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What to do
Snow Queen Trophy
Ladies Night Slalom : Zagreb is the only capital in the world that hosts a Ski World Cup race. The slalom event - known as the "Snow Queen Trophy" (Snježna kraljica) - usually takes place in January.
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Kino Tuškanac
Tuškanac 1· Cheap
Showing much more than just European filmography, alternative and older films. Films are screened in their original language with only Croatian subtites.
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Cineplexx Centar Kaptol
Nova Ves 11
A multiplex cinema (5 screens) within the Kaptol Shopping Centre north of the Cathedral.
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Cineplexx City Centre One East
Slavonska Avenija 11D
A multiplex cinema (7 screens) on the east side of Zagreb.
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Strossmayerovo šetalište
In the summer, it is an outdoor scene for painters, musicians and other artists offering food, drinks, performances and concerts. Popular meeting place for all ages, with a great view of the Lower Town.
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What to eat
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Noel
Worth itAlso recommended by Michelin Guide
Zagreb's only Michelin-starred restaurant, noted for dishes like strukli with Istrian truffles.
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Bistro Apetit by Marin Rendić
Worth itAlso recommended by Michelin Guide
Zagreb restaurant listed in the Michelin Guide Croatia.
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Taquitos Bandidos
Radićeva ul. 12
Exactly what street food should be. Simple, fast, tasty and well thought out creative dishes that surprise you and overdeliver. Try their amazing chipotle sauce! It's Mexican street food.
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Sandwich Bar Pingvin
on one of the central streets, close to the Flower Square and Trg Ban Jelcica
Classic sandwich bar with a wide menu and reasonably good mix of languages. One of the most popular dishes is the toplo/hladno (hot/cold), a grilled chicken and vegetables sandwich.
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La Štruk
Skalinska ul. 5
One of Zagreb's oldest fast food spots. Highly recommended are the grilled cheese sandwich, the grilled stuffed lungic and the zagrebacki sandwich.
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Plac Kitchen & Grill
Dolac 2
Tasty Cevapcici sausages, fast service and not expensive. Fantastic peppers, cevapi and great special burgers. The restaurant is a bit hidden.
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Bistro Dolac
Dolac 1
Somewhat of a Zagreb institution. The decoration is very "old school" (high ceilings, pot plants, yellow walls, functional furniture).
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Nocturno
on Kaptol, between Tkalčićeva street and Cathedral
Good place to try the local gastronomy. An excellent restaurant with a variety of offers and helpful staff and a pleasant atmosphere.
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Where to stay
Logistics Youth Centre
Jakuševečka 87
Logistic youth centre, also works as a regional information centre. From the host, you can get complete information about everything that interests you.
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Chillout Hostel Zagreb
Fra Andrije Kačića Miošića 3b· Pricey
A hostel in the city centre, free linen, free towels, free wifi, 24-hr bar and reception
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Nokturno Hostel
Skalinska 2a· Moderate
Free internet access, free linens and towels.
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Hobo Bear Hostel
Meduliceva 4· Moderate
A cozy hostel very near the town centre. There is a basement hang out lounge with a TV, including cable and many DVDs, as well as free (fast) internet and computers.
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Fulir Hostel Zagreb
2 rooms, including a 12-bed dorm. Great place to meet people, but can be a wait to use the bathroom.
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Hostel Lika
Pašmanska 17· Moderate
Small and cozy hostel a bit out of the city centre.
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