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30 things to do in Zagreb, where to stay, airport transfers, 2 MICHELIN-starred restaurants. Pick places on the map and get a day-by-day walking route from your hotel with steps, kilometres and minutes.
Top things to do in Zagreb
- Zagreb Cathedral — cathedral in the town of Zagreb (visit ≈ 35 min)
- Croatian National Theatre in Zagreb — opera house in Zagreb, Croatia (visit ≈ 20 min)
- St. Mark's Church in Zagreb — church building in Zagreb, Croatia (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Museum of Broken Relationships — specialized museum in Zagreb, Croatia (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Ban Jelačić Square — main square in Zagreb, Croatia (visit ≈ 15 min)
- Zagreb Zoo — zoo (visit ≈ 150 min)
- Zagreb Synagogue — Jewish place of worship in Zagreb (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Mimara Museum — art museum in Zagreb (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Zagreb Orthodox Cathedral — Serbian Orthodox cathedral in Zagreb, Croatia (visit ≈ 35 min)
- Basilica of the Heart of Jesus, Zagreb — basilica in Zagreb, Croatia (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Zagreb Botanical Garden — botanical garden (visit ≈ 45 min)
- Archaeological Museum of Zagreb — the archaeological museum of Zagreb, Croatia (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Croatian Museum of Contemporary Art — art museum in Zagreb, Croata (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Art Pavilion in Zagreb — art museum (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Zagreb Mosque — modern Islamic house of prayer in the capital of Croatia (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Croatian Natural History Museum — museum in Zagreb, Croatia (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Lotrščak Tower — 13th-century fortress in Zagreb, Croatia nicknamed "the White Tower" (visit ≈ 60 min)
- St. Catherine's Church, Zagreb — church building in Zagreb, Croatia (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Nikola Šubić Zrinski Square — square (visit ≈ 15 min)
- Croatian History Museum — history museum in Zagreb, Croatia (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Nikola Tesla Technical Museum — museum historic aircraft, cars, machinery and equipment in Zagreb (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Ethnographic Museum of Zagreb — ethnographic museum in Zagreb (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Zagreb City Museum — museum in Zagreb, Croatia (visit ≈ 120 min)
- National Museum of Modern Art — art museum in Zagreb, Croatia (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Meštrović Pavilion — cultural venue in Zagreb, Croatia (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Maksimir Park — park in Croatia (visit ≈ 45 min)
- Church of Saint Blaise, Zagreb — church in Zagreb, Croatia (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Strossmayer Gallery of Old Masters — art museum in Zagreb, Croatia (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Gavella Drama Theatre — city theatre in Zagreb (visit ≈ 20 min)
- British Square — square in Zagreb, Croatia (visit ≈ 15 min)
1-day Zagreb walking itinerary
Starting point: Lower Town (Donji Grad). The top 8 places at a normal pace (up to ~10 km of walking a day), in this order. Change places or your hotel on the map and the route is recalculated; distances are estimates with a street allowance.
- Day 1 (≈ 4.2 km · 5,650 steps · 57 min on the way): Zagreb Orthodox Cathedral → Ban Jelačić Square → Zagreb Synagogue → Zagreb Cathedral → St. Mark's Church in Zagreb → Museum of Broken Relationships → Mimara Museum → Croatian National Theatre in Zagreb
Where to stay in Zagreb
- Lower Town (Donji Grad): Central area near Ban Jelačić Square and museums.
- Upper Town (Gornji Grad): Quiet and romantic with historic streets.
- Tkalčićeva: The liveliest street, packed with cafés and bars.
- Main Station: Train station and trams here; affordable hotels.
- Trešnjevka: A real neighbourhood with a local market and lower prices.
- Maksimir: Quiet and green next to the big park.
Getting from the airport to Zagreb
- Zagreb Franjo Tuđman (ZAG): Pleso shuttle bus ≈ 35 min
Getting around
The centre is walkable; the tram network is extensive and a funicular climbs to the Upper Town. Buy tickets at kiosks, from the driver or in the app.
Classic places to eat
- Tržnica Dolac: Open-air market with red umbrellas; cheese, cream and fruit.
- Vincek: Famous patisserie for ice cream and kremšnita.
- La Štruk: Zagreb's famous cheese pastry, štrukli.
- Kaptolska klet: Traditional Zagorje dishes opposite the cathedral.
- Stari Fijaker 900: Old-style restaurant; home cooking and štrukli.
- Dubravkin put: Smart restaurant in a park; Adriatic fish.
- Pivnica Mali Medo: Brewpub on Tkalčićeva serving its own beer.
- Bornstein: Croatian wines in a vaulted cellar.
MICHELIN-starred restaurants
Last known stars; check the MICHELIN Guide before you go.
- Noel — 1 MICHELIN star, Modern
- Dubravkin Put — 1 MICHELIN star, Mediterranean
Romantic views
- Strossmayer Promenade (Sunset): The Upper Town walls look over the rooftops of the lower town.
- Stone Gate (Evening): A quiet moment under an old gate lit by candles.
- Tkalčićeva Street (Evening): An old street of colourful houses that fills with cafés at night.
- Zrinjevac Park (Afternoon): A plane-tree park with a bandstand and fountains.
Football stadiums in Zagreb
- Stadion Maksimir: Home of GNK Dinamo Zagreb, NK Lokomotiva
- Stadion ŠRC Zaprešić: Home of NK Inter Zaprešić
- Stadion Kranjčevićeva: Home of N.K. Zagreb, NK Rudeš
Good to know before visiting Zagreb
- Fine: Dubrovnik, Split and Hvar fine walking around town in swimwear or shirtless.
- Fine: Street drinking is fined in places like Split and Hvar.
- Warning: Some rural areas still have marked wartime minefields; stay on marked paths.
- Warning: Drones need registration and permits; Dubrovnik's old town is restricted.
- Cover shoulders and knees in churches and monasteries.
- The currency is the euro; a per-night tourist tax is charged on stays.
- Emergency: 112 (police 192, ambulance 194, fire 193)
- Plugs: C/F, 230V
- Tap water: Tap water is safe to drink.
- Tipping: Tipping is optional; around 10% is common.
Sources: UK FCDO — Foreign travel advice: Croatia, Wikivoyage — Croatia, T.C. Dışişleri Bakanlığı — Türk vatandaşlarının tabi olduğu vize uygulamaları · For information only; rules change, check official sources before you go. Last checked: 2026-10
Zagreb travel FAQ
- How many days do you need in Zagreb?
- The top 8 places in the centre take about 1 day at a normal pace on a walking route from your hotel. Allow 4 days for the top 20 places within walking distance.
- What are the top things to do in Zagreb?
- Highlights: Zagreb Cathedral, Croatian National Theatre in Zagreb, St. Mark's Church in Zagreb, Museum of Broken Relationships and Ban Jelačić Square. The map has 30 things to do in total.
- Where to stay in Zagreb?
- Lower Town (Donji Grad): Central area near Ban Jelačić Square and museums. Other options: Upper Town (Gornji Grad), Tkalčićeva, Main Station, Trešnjevka and Maksimir.
- How do you get from the airport to Zagreb city centre?
- Zagreb Franjo Tuđman (ZAG): Pleso shuttle bus ≈ 35 min
- How do you get around Zagreb?
- The centre is walkable; the tram network is extensive and a funicular climbs to the Upper Town. Buy tickets at kiosks, from the driver or in the app.
- Which MICHELIN-starred restaurants are in Zagreb?
- According to the last known data there are 2 starred restaurants: Noel (1 star), Dubravkin Put (1 star). Check the MICHELIN Guide before you go.
- What is the emergency number in Zagreb?
- Emergency: 112 (police 192, ambulance 194, fire 193).
- Do you tip in Zagreb?
- Tipping is optional; around 10% is common.
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