The 11 essential things to do in Zagreb

Visit Zagreb: what are the best things to do and see in the capital of Croatia?

Capital of the Croatia , Zagreb attracts more and more visitors to Europe. It is no longer considered a political and economic centre but rather a city cosmopolite . Located along the Sava River and covered by the southern slopes of Medvednica Mountain, Zagreb has historic sites not to be missed. Since Croatia joined the EU on 1 July 2013, it is all the easier and cheaper to visit Zagreb. In addition to the capital, it is the entire country that deserves to be discovered through its coast on the Adriatic Sea. The country is a trendy destination, so why not start with Zagreb? Here are the visits not to be missed, Things to do and see in Zagreb :

1. Take a coffee on the place of flowers

Also known as place Petar Preradović , the locals named it Cvjetni trg (plant or "flowers"), because of the many flower stands, which are a famous landmark of Zagreb and one of the favorite meeting points. Start your day in Zagreb by taking a good coffee and admiring the place and the passers-by on Cvjetni. Don’t forget to taste a traditional Croatian dessert or an ice cream in one of the many pastries around.

2. Visit Zagreb Cathedral

The Zagreb Cathedral in the Kaptol district is a Roman Catholic institution and the highest building in Croatia. It is dedicated to the Assumption of Mary and to Saint-Stéphane and Saint-Ladislas kings. The cathedral is typically Gothic, just like its sacristy, which is of great architectural value. His bells can be seen from many places in the city. Really interesting to see.

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3. Rent a bike

If it’s beautiful, don’t hesitate to rent a bike. This is an excellent way to discover the city and the surroundings of Sava. In addition, you will take a little sport to eliminate the few beers and the good Croatian dishes that you drank and eat the day before.

4. Turn around at Britanski trg square

On Sunday mornings are always an attraction on the antique market that surrounds with joy and excitement. Here you will find what to attract your curiosity, decorative objects, old books and collection items from both local and international origin. Located in the heart of the city, the market is a real cultural treat for all fans of antiquity.

5. Walk or ski on the slopes of the Sljeme

The Croatian capital Zagreb can boast of a ski resort just 20 minutes away by car from the city centre. It is on the mountain ski slopes Medvednica the best Croatian skiers, Janica and Ivica Kostelić made their first steps to ski. You should try too! But if you don’t like winter or skiing so much, you can always go hiking and enjoy nature and fresh air. A cable car can take you from Bliznec to the top of the Sljeme.

6. Discover the nightlife in Zagreb

Clubs, bars, cafes, etc... Zagreb is full of places to go out. Start your evening with Tkaliciceva Street, filled with bars, not far from Ban-Jelačić Square. To find the best nightclubs and clubs, head to the Jarun district. If you’re going to Zagreb only to party, then don’t forget to book a hotel in the centre to make things easier (see below).

7. Explore Lake Jarun

Jarun is the most popular leisure and sports centre in Zagreb. Here you can do kayaking, canoeing, sailing, surfing, swimming, jogging, cycling, skateboarding, and skateboarding. Around the lake you will find many nightclubs and cafés, which are particularly popular during the summer months.

8. Test Croatian cuisine

Zagrebacki odrezak (scalope stuffed with ham and cheese and grilled with breadcrumbs), turkey with mlinci (flat bread), janjetina (Roasted lamb with Mediterranean herbs), fuži (out of pasta from Istria), štrukli (fried pastry cooked in oven or cooked, coming from Zagorje), Croatian olive oil ( maslinovo ulje ), pršut Istria and Dalmatia, raw ham, kulen (spicy spicy swine of Slavonia), Paški Sir (wee milk cheese from the island of Pag), etc... Traditional Croatian cuisine is rich and you would be wrong not to taste it. We could continue this list again and again...

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9. Visit the Museum of Contemporary Art

Inaugurated in December 2009, it was the first museum built in Zagreb in 125 years. If you are looking for the Croatian name, the museum is called locally Muzej suvremene umjetnosti , or often shortened MSU. You can find the museum in Novi Zagreb. It is advisable to visit it at the beginning of the evening because the 5-storey building is beautifully lit.

10. Take a look at the Lotrščak Tower

The Tower, located in the district of Gradec, is a fortified tower, built in the middle of the 13th century to protect the southern gate of the city of enemy forces. At exactly noon every day, we shoot the cannon from Lotrščak Tour a tradition that has lasted for a hundred years. You can also climb to the tower to have a 360-degree view across the city, ideal for taking panoramic photos.

11. Admire local style and architecture

If you are attentive, you can see on the streets, on the facades, the roofs ... many beautiful works and decorations. This is demonstrated by the roof of the church of Saint Mark in the photo.

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Flickr – jaime.silva

How to get to Zagreb?

Zagreb is now relatively well served by airlines. To find one Cheap flight to Zagreb , compare prices on our partner's website Ulysses .

Where to sleep in Zagreb?

The city has many charming hotels and hostels that will not cost you too much. Zagreb owns mainly two quarters to house : the high city and the low city. To find a cheap hotel in Zagreb, search this Compare hotels in Zagreb .