Zagreb
Zagreb is known as a city of museums and it’s the Capital of Croatia. This city holds its charm with distinguishing architecture showcasing its history, representing culture and art. Medieval towers, happening nightlife, open-air markets, plenty of museums, 19th-century palaces giving this city its uniqueness.
Zagreb city is divided into 3 parts – Upper Town which houses most of the historically, politically, and culturally significant buildings, Lower Town famous for its cafes, restaurants, and theatres while New Zagreb is more of an industrial estate.
Zagreb perfectly serves as a city break for travelers who wish to explore other parts of the country and the best way to commute is through trams and buses within the city.
Esplanade Zagreb remains the top choice for historic luxury bringing old-world charm throughout. Hotel Sheraton lies in the city center with walking distance to major attractions and is 2nd best hotel in Zagreb with spacious and contemporary rooms and suites.
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Sightseeing
- Dnji Grad (Upper Town)
- Museum of Broken Relationship
- Zagreb Cathedral & Treasury
- Stone Gate
- Lotrscak Tower
- Croatian National Theatre
- Maksimirska Park
- Botanical Garden
- Zagreb Eye
- Plitvice Lakes National Park
It’s a perfect place to wander within the cobble-stoned streets aligning with red-tilted roofs of medieval buildings with impressive architecture. Donji Grad is home to many known landmarks like the cathedral, parliament building, museums, and many more.
It’s a beautiful place to begin your walking tour or sightseeing of the Croatian capital and there are numerous places to chill and relax with cafés and restaurants lined along the streets.
Kaptol Square is a recognized place for its 17-century buildings and vegetable markets.
St Mark’s Church is the most striking feature which is easily identifiable with its bright red title roof marking the coats of arms of Croatia, Dalmatia, Slavonia, and Zagreb city.
It's one of the fascinating museums in the museum city which was started by a former couple. Its unusual displaying collection of items including souvenirs, trinkets, letters, etc which are leftover from former couples. It is intriguing to check the donated collections of artifacts and personal objects from old partners and lovers all over the world along with the details of their failed relationships. It’s unique in itself and worth visiting.
Please Note: There are many other museums in Zagreb of historical importance (Zagreb City Museum, Croatian History Museum, and Croatia Natural History Museum), technological advancements (Nikola Tesla Technical Museum), finest art collections (Mimara Museum, Museum of Contemporary Art) and Ethnographic Museum.
It’s an iconic monument in the city with a stunning Neo-Gothic structure that has survived an earthquake as well as being restored a couple of times. It’s a landmark and most recognized because of its twin towers which are ornately decorated spires and can be seen at any point in the city. Cathedral’s treasury is a must-visit place it showcases fine works of religious art, garments, and sacred objects.
It’s the last of the original 5 city gates resembling an important medieval structure built in the 13th century. Within the gates lies an iconic painting of the Virgin Mary with baby Jesus which had survived the fire in the 17th century along with the gate.
People believed that the painting holds some miraculous powers and often flock here to pray and light candles. To protect and preserve the painting a chapel was built which serves as an important shrine for the pilgrims and the painting can be viewed behind the metallic grill as it stands as a living testimony to past times.
Lotrscak Tower dating back to the 13th Century was built to guard the southern gate of the Gradec town wall. This pretty tower is known for the bell which rang in the evening as a signal for closing the town gates so that the residents can return to the town within time else, they would end up spending a night outside the town if late.
Towards the 19th century during the restoration work, 2 more floors were added along with a lookout tower from the roof. One can climb the tower to check out the stunning views of the city.
The marvelous yellow historical building was created in the 19th century by the Viennese architects with neo-baroque and Rococo styles. It comprises of 3 domes with 2 smaller ones in the front and 1 large dome at the back.
The interiors of the building showcase the artworks of the celebrated artists further making it delightful to the eyes. It would be one of the lifetime experiences to enjoy ballet performances, opera, or drama at this extraordinary theatre.
The largest park in Zagreb with green spaces spread across 45 acres and designed with a style of an old English garden. The park boasts excellent paths and trails, manmade lakes, a small Zoo, and a flower garden and is divided into 2 pavilions – Bellevue & Echo. It serves as a perfect spot for a picnic or just to relax and feel nature.
Originally built as a research area is a park of series of the green belt (“Green Horseshoe”) of Donji Grad. The garden boasts a collection of plant species along with imports of indigenous Croatian plants. As you stroll across the park you would love the greenery and wonderful scents making you feel peaceful is a true Oasis. The entrances to this park are free of charge.
Zagreb Eye is the business skyscraper located at the centre of the city on Ban Jelacic Square offering a 360-degree panorama from its 16th floor. It is open until late evening so one can get an opportunity to view the lit-city.
Blessed with rugged mountains and a beautiful coastline, Croatia is also home to some of the most magnificent and breath-taking waterfalls one would ever see. It’s one of the most visited natural wonders with 16 emerald blue lakes joined by waterfalls representing a magnificent natural phenomenon.
There’s a network of wooden bridges and footpaths which steal your attention making it attractive for nature lovers and visitors allowing them access to various waterfalls and rocky lakeshores. There are several hotels on the edge of the park which are worth exploring and most recommended as one would fall in love with nature and its surroundings. The best ones being Ethno garden and Ethno houses which offer jaw-dropping views and serenity.