Travel Packages to Zagreb, Croatia

Discover Zagreb's Wonders

Zagreb, the capital of Croatia, is a vibrant city with a rich medieval history. Our vacation packages highlight its charming architectural heritage and cobblestone streets, reminiscent of Central European capitals like Vienna, Budapest, and Prague, infused with a strong Italian influence. This bustling tourist destination is beloved by travelers from Europe and beyond.

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Description

The town of Zagreb has a lot to offer in its different areas. The thousand-year-old Gornji grad (Upper town) contains the Presidential Palace, the historic church of St. Mark’s, the Croatian parliament, along with museums and galleries. They are all set in romantic cobbled streets, which are lit by gas lamps in the evening. The other extraordinary district is the 19th-century Donji grad (Lower town) with its shops, restaurants, cafés, theatres, parks and spectacular buildings. Zagreb is also a city of green parks and walking paths, with many places to visit in beautiful surroundings. Despite the rapid development of the economy and transportation, it has retained its charm and a relaxed feeling that makes it a genuinely human city.

Useful information

Population:

767,131 (2021)

Currency:

On January 1st 2023, Euro replaced Croatian kuna as the country's official currency.

Emergency Info:

General emergency: 122
Ambulance: 194
Fire-service: 193
Police: 192
Road Assistance: 987

Opening Hours:

From 9 am to 8 pm for most shops on weekdays.

Do & See

Archaeological Museum

Get lost in this three-floor archaeological museum and dive into ancient history. The permanent exhibitions feature more than 450,000 artefacts and monuments from ancient Egypt, Greek and Roman antiquity, Prehistory, Middle Ages and more. They also have an extensive Numismatic collection.

Ban Jelačić Square

Ban Jelačić Square is the heart of Zagreb and a popular meeting spot. This pedestrian area is surrounded by buildings of different architectural styles and features the Manduševac fountain. A statue of Ban Josip Jelačić, whose square is named after, on a horse dominates the square.

Bundek

Bundek is an oasis where you can experience peace and nature in the very centre of the city. The lake and the big park surrounding it are great places for sunbathing, walking, or having a picnic. During summer, many events are organised at Bundek, like concerts and open cinema.

Croatian School Museum

The Croatian School Museum is an excellent way of getting an insight into the history of the schooling system. The exhibition focuses on the development of education and pedagogy in Croatia in the 19th century, showing, for instance, how classrooms and teaching aids have changed over the past 100 years.

Gornji Grad

Gornji Grad is the upper town area of Zagreb. The main attraction here is the Stone Gate, an old entrance point to the city, now holding a shrine with a 16th-century statue of the Virgin Mary in a grille-covered niche. Many visitors come here to say a prayer or to light a votive candle.

Jarun Lake

Jarun Lake is a lovely place in Zagreb for relaxing and outdoor activities, such as cycling, roller skating, swimming, kayaking, and windsurfing. With its beautiful surrounding, this place gives you the feeling that you are far away from the busy city life when you are, actually, not so far from it.

Maksimir Park

Maksimir Park is one of the oldest public parks in the world. In its 18 hectares, you will find forests, streams, artificial lakes, abundant wildlife, and some human constructions. It is a great place for a peaceful stroll or a picnic.

Mimara Museum

One of the most controversial and prestigious buildings in Zagreb, The Mimara Museum was built at the bequest of controversial Croatian art collector and philanthropist, Ante Topić Mimara. The museum houses more than 3,500 artworks including original paintings from Rembrandt, Rubens, Renoir, and Manet.

Dining

Baltazar 1982

Baltazar is a fine dining restaurant that serves local Croatian cuisine. It is ideally situated only a 5-minute walk from the cathedral and has an enchanting courtyard where you can enjoy your meal.

Batak Grill

Batak Grill is a barbecue restaurant chain with several locations scattered around town. Among other things, you can order chicken fillet and chicken wings, grilled cheese, ćevapčići (a grilled dish of minced meat ), and ribs. If you prefer something lighter, they also have a decent selection of salads.

Boban

At Boban, they serve Mediterranean food with marked influences from Italian cuisine. Check the chef's daily offer, crafted using the freshest ingredients available. Remember to leave some space for dessert, and try the tiramisu, the millefoglie or the meringue cake.

Bulldog

Bulldog is more than just a bar. The venue also has a restaurant and a club downstairs where concerts, parties, acts, and cultural events take place. On the drinks menu, you'll find local beers and wines as well as a selection of over 60 cocktails, all at reasonable prices.

Capuciner

Capuciner is a grill and steakhouse perfect for meat lovers. They serve not only classic burgers and steaks but also lamb chops, duck breasts, stuffed pork, and more. To try a bit of everything, order the meat plate for 2. The menu also features some main courses like gnocchi and risotto, seafood dishes and Mexican specialities like flautas de pollo.

Dubravkin put

Dubravkin put, featured on the Michelin Guide in 2019, serves an excellent selection of Croatian seafood as well as superb meat dishes, all accompanied by carefully-selected wines. Outdoor seating is possible when the weather permits it. It might be necessary to book in advance.

Gallo

Gallo is a very popular restaurant in the city centre that serves Mediterranean cuisine, both traditional and modern. Fresh seafood dominates the menu and requires to be accompanied by a glass of Croatian wine. They also offer homemade pasta and open-air seating.

Ginger Sushi

Maki, uramaki, roll, nigri... These words must be familiar for all of those who love sushi and will soon be to all first-timers. At Ginger Sushi, you can order all the delicious sushi you can eat and it will be prepared on the spot, or take away one of their ready-to-go boxes.

Cafes

Amélie

Amélie is a lovely cafe close to Jelačić Square where you can indulge in a cup of coffee with a sweet treat. It can be a small macaron or a piece of their delicious homemade cakes like cheesecake, brownies, or a strudel. You'll be happy to know that at Amélie, they use only authentic, organic ingredients, Belgian chocolate, French almond flour, and Viennese pistachios.

Booksa

Booksa is a coffee shop and literary club frequented by locals that hosts several cultural events throughout the year, such as talks with Croatian and non-Croatian writers and concerts. They serve hot and cold drinks and also have some English-language books and magazines to browse through. Note that they require a small membership fee to enjoy the cafe's space and events, as Booksa is run by a non-profit organisation.

Botaničar

Only a few steps away from the Botanical Garden, Botaničar is a stylish cafe that hosts art exhibitions and cultural events like book presentations. The interior vaguely resembles a greenhouse, with plants as decoration and vintage green sofas and chairs. Note that they have a drinks-only menu.

Cafe U Dvoristu

"U Dvoristu" means "in the yard" in Croatian, and this cafe does indeed have a lovely yard where you can sit and enjoy your drink. Their coffee is supplied by the local roasters of Cogito Coffee, and it is served in a variety of ways, including with soy or almond milk. The drinks-only menu also includes a good selection of teas, beers, and juices.

Cogito Coffee Shop

Cogito Coffee is a roasting company based in Zagreb that aims to serve fair-trade, high-quality coffee. They sell their coffee to several cafes around the world, but they also have their own place in the city centre. Try their single-origin coffees from tropical regions, a speciality blend, or even an organic tea.

Eli's Caffe

Eli's Caffe is a coffee roastery and coffee shop highly specialised in this hot beverage, as it's the only thing they serve. You can order a regular espresso or something special like a cappuccino with soy milk or a marocchino: a macchiato with cocoa powder.

Express Bar

At Express Bar, you'll find a selection of coffee and organic tea from different countries, as well as skilled baristas well-versed in latte art. At this small, modern coffee shop, you can sit in front of the window or at an outdoor table and just watch people pass by while you enjoy your warm drink.

Korica

Korica is a cafe and artisan bakery where you can get your daily dose of sugar. They're proud of the fact that their bread, pastries, and cakes are all hand-made with traditional methods and contain zero additives.

Bars & Nightlife

Aquarius

Located near Lake Jarun, a bit outside the city centre, you'll find this intimate but popular nightclub. They host DJs almost every Friday and Saturday, and the party goes on all night long. Live bands perform occasionally.

Bacchus

Bacchus is the Croatian name for Dionysus, the Greek god of wine. No wonder this jazz bar has a fine selection of Dalmatian wines, then. Jazz or soul sessions usually take place on Fridays or Saturdays.

Booze and Blues

Booze and Blues offers exactly what you'd expect, which is good drinks and good music, as rock and blues bands play here quite often. Here they love music so much that they even use a saxophone as a beer tap.

Bulldog

Dežman Bar

One of the newest places in Zagreb, Dežman Bar is already a well-established venue for after-dinner drinks. On the menu, you'll find classic and speciality cocktails, local beers and wines, Italian grappas, whiskey and other strong or soft options. They also have snacks, coffee, desserts and cigars.

Hemingway Lounge Bar

Hemingway is a popular cocktail bar in the city centre of Zagreb. The decor is elegant and modern, and there are some outdoor tables for people-watching. Dress up and order a raspberry Martini, an Amaretto Sour, or whatever drink you like most.

Kino Europa

Kino Europa's bar is a great place for all those who want to go to the cinema and hang out before and after the film. With a focus on independent contemporary cinema and a beautiful classicist setting, the cinema is a haven for culture enthusiasts.

KSET

KSET is the perfect place to meet locals, especially students. This bar is operated by students of the local university and it is one of their favourite places to hang out. Sometimes guest singers or bands make the evening even more fun. Check out their website for upcoming events.

Shopping

Arena Centar

With its over 200 stores, Arena Centar is the largest shopping centre in the city, but it's even more than that, as it has a cinema, a casino, a gaming area, and several dining options. Some stores you'll find here are Calvin Klein, Desigual, Pull&Bear, Nike and Douglas.

Avenue Mall

Avenue Mall is a popular shopping complex featuring over 100 stores of big brands, several international restaurants and cafes, as well as a cinema. Among the stores you'll find there are H&M, Zara, Guess, and Adidas.

Centar Cvjetni

Centar Cvjetni is a stylish, small shopping venue in the city centre containing some famous stores like H&M, Timberland, Guess, Tommi Hilfiger, Douglas and an Apple Store. Inside, there are also several international eateries offering for instance Mexican, Asian and Italian cuisine as well as French patisserie. Outside, you'll find yourself in Cvjetni square, which means flower square, as there are many flower stalls to browse through.

Centar Kaptol

Close to Ban Jelacic Square, Centar Kaptol gathers some of the most prestigious brands in the world, like Armani Jeans, Burberry, Max & Co. and Tommy Hilfiger. Inside this fashionable shopping centre, you'll find over 40 shops, a cinema, as well as bars and restaurants.

Croata

Croata is a small shop selling elegant accessories for men and women, like silk scarves and shawls, belts, wallets, and, most importantly, ties and bow ties. After all, the Croatian people invented the necktie, so there's no better souvenir to buy in Zagreb than a handcrafted cravat.

Dolac Market

Dolac Market is Zagreb's biggest and most popular market. The stalls are organised on two levels and sell local produce like fresh fruit and vegetables, fish, meat, dairy and baked goods. It is the perfect place to go to try out local specialities, one of the most famous being cottage cheese mixed with sour cream.

Hippy Garden

Hippy Garden is a Croatian brand selling mainly women's clothes and accessories designed by Đurđica Vorkapić and manufactured with the help of skilful professionals. The unique and colourful items are made only with high-quality, eco-friendly materials.

Hrelić Flea Market

If you happen to be in Zagreb on a Wednesday or a Sunday morning, you might want to check out the Hrelić Flea Market–the biggest second-hand market in the city. Here you can browse through antiquities, vintage records, old postcards, second-hand clothes, accessories, books, and more. Even if you don't plan on buying anything here, you might just find the unique item that will make you change your mind.

Tourist Information

Best Time to Visit

The best months to visit Zagreb are probably the shoulder months of May and September, when temperatures are warm, days are long enough, and the city is busy, but not too much. June, July and August are the hottest and busiest months of the year. Winters are quite cold and wet but still more pleasant than in other parts of the world.

Passport & Visa

Citizens of European Union (EU) and European Economic Area (EEA) countries do not need a visa to enter Croatia, only a valid ID. Many other countries, including the United Kingdom, United States, Canada, United Arab Emirates, Australia, and New Zealand, benefit from visa-free entry for short stays of up to 90 days within a 180-day period. Visitors from visa-exempt countries must hold a valid passport and, starting in late 2025, will need to apply for an ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorisation System) authorisation online before travelling. For those requiring a visa, such as travellers from some Middle-East, African or Asian nations, a Schengen visa must be obtained prior to arrival. All travellers should ensure their passport is valid for at least three months beyond their intended stay.

Franjo Tuđman Airport Zagreb (ZAG)

Zagreb Airport is situated about 10 kilometres southeast of the city. Every half hour, from 7:30am to 8pm, buses run by Croatian Airways connect the airport to the bus station. A taxi from the airport to the city centre will take about 25 minutes. Car rental services are also available.

Public transport

The local transport in Zagreb is shared between an efficient system of buses and trams that are run by ZET, the municipal authorities. Trams and buses operate following a daily scheme from 4am until midnight, then the night service starts to operate, which is reduced compared to the day service. The network is divided into 3 zones, but the trams operate only in zone 1, so you only need a ticket for more than one zone if you are planning a suburban expedition. Tickets for buses and trams can be bought from the newspaper stands.

Taxi

These are the three main taxi companies in Zagreb: Taxi Cammeo +385 1 1212 Radio Taxi 1717 radiotaxizagreb.com/en Eko Taxi 1414 www.ekotaxi.hr/en

Electricity

Standard voltage is 230 V, the frequency 50 Hz. Power plugs and sockets are type C or F.

Pharmacy

Below are the addresses of pharmacies open 24 hours: City Pharmacy Av. V. Holjevca 22, Zagreb +385 1 6554 425 City Pharmacy Ilica 301, Zagreb +385 1 3750 321 City Pharmacy Trg bana J. Jelačića 3, Zagreb +385 1 4816 159

Phone

Country code: +385 Area code: (0)1

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top things to do in Zagreb?

Zagreb offers a rich mix of sightseeing, guided tours, and local activities. On Keytours you can browse the most popular tours and experiences in Zagreb and book them instantly.

What is the best time to visit Zagreb?

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How do I get around Zagreb?

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Where should I stay in Zagreb?

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top things to do in Zagreb?

Zagreb offers a rich mix of sightseeing, guided tours, and local activities. On Keytours you can browse the most popular tours and experiences in Zagreb and book them instantly.

What is the best time to visit Zagreb?

The ideal time to visit Zagreb depends on the experience you're after. Check the current weather and seasonal information on this page to plan your trip around the best conditions.

How do I get around Zagreb?

You can arrange private airport transfers and local transport for Zagreb directly through Keytours, ensuring a comfortable arrival and easy travel throughout your stay.

Where should I stay in Zagreb?

Zagreb has accommodation for every style, from boutique city stays to seaside resorts. Explore our handpicked hotels in Zagreb to find the right base for your trip.

Can I book tours, hotels, and transfers together for Zagreb?

Yes. With Keytours you can combine tours, activities, hotels, and transfers for Zagreb in a single booking, making it easy to plan your entire trip in one place.

How do I book a trip to Zagreb with Keytours?

Simply choose your preferred tours, hotels, or activities in Zagreb on this page, select your dates, and complete your secure booking online. Our team is available to help at any step.

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