Prague and Budapest are the most popular cities in Central Europe for foreign visitors. But these two now have a competitor in Zagreb, the capital of Croatia - which, let us reassure you, is a dazzling place.
Take a look at our guide to Zagreb on the following pages, or read on the for a general introduction below:
Map of Zagreb
Searchable, scrollable map of Zagreb
History
How the city of Zagreb came to be
Getting to Zagreb
Flights and other options from around Europe
Getting around Zagreb
Information on travelling from the airport to city centre, as well as details on the public transport.
Sightseeing in Zagreb
The best sights in Zagreb - things you absolutely must-see!
Museums in Zagreb
Home to some very fine museums indeed, we pick the best ones to pay a visit to.
Accommodation in Zagreb
Accommodation options, from budget hostels to five star hotels.
Events in Zagreb
Listing of events in the capital by month.
Day Trips in Zagreb
Why not visit the sights slightly off the beaten track in Zagreb, such as Maksimir Park and Lake Jarun?
Day Trips from Zagreb
Why not take a break from Zagreb and visit some of the towns in nearby regions, such as Samobor and Varazdin.
Be sure to also see our Photos of Zagreb photo album!
The city is divided into three parts: the thousand-year old Gornji grad (upper town) which contains the Presidential Palace, the historic church of St. Mark's, the Croatian parliament, and museums and galleries which are all set in cobbled streets lit by gas lamps; the 19th century Donji grad (lower town) with its shops, restaurants, cafes, theatres, parks; and the modern post-war (WWII) Novi Zagreb (new Zagreb) which is full of high-rise buildings and basically has nothing to offer tourists.
Zagreb is called a city of museums as there are more of them per square foot than any other city in the world. But this doesn't mean that there is nothing else for you to do if you aren't a history buff. One of the many pleasures that the Zagrebcani (the people of Zagreb) enjoy is sitting in one of the numerous cafes watching the world go by. In the evening, you can visit one of the many restaurants, sampling a delicious Croatian dish, and finish the day in the one of the bars or clubs. Whatever you choose to do, you are guaranteed to have a good time!goo.gl/maps/MyrYw
Map of Zagreb
Searchable, scrollable map of Zagreb
History
How the city of Zagreb came to be
Getting to Zagreb
Flights and other options from around Europe
Getting around Zagreb
Information on travelling from the airport to city centre, as well as details on the public transport.
Sightseeing in Zagreb
The best sights in Zagreb - things you absolutely must-see!
Museums in Zagreb
Home to some very fine museums indeed, we pick the best ones to pay a visit to.
Accommodation in Zagreb
Accommodation options, from budget hostels to five star hotels.
Events in Zagreb
Listing of events in the capital by month.
Day Trips in Zagreb
Why not visit the sights slightly off the beaten track in Zagreb, such as Maksimir Park and Lake Jarun?
Day Trips from Zagreb
Why not take a break from Zagreb and visit some of the towns in nearby regions, such as Samobor and Varazdin.
The city is divided into three parts: the thousand-year old Gornji grad (upper town) which contains the Presidential Palace, the historic church of St. Mark's, the Croatian parliament, and museums and galleries which are all set in cobbled streets lit by gas lamps; the 19th century Donji grad (lower town) with its shops, restaurants, cafes, theatres, parks; and the modern post-war (WWII) Novi Zagreb (new Zagreb) which is full of high-rise buildings and basically has nothing to offer tourists.
