Zagreb

Temples & religious sites

Zagreb Cathedral

Standing atop Kaptol Hill, Zagreb Cathedral is one of the city's iconic buildings, with tall spires visible from almost anywhere downtown. Its intricate Gothic facade and sacristy hold great architectural value and are well worth exploring.

Culture & venues

Croatian National Theatre in Zagreb

An opera and ballet theatre on Zagreb's main square, considered one of Croatia's oldest theatres. It's a great place to take in both the ornate façade and a live performance.

Temples & religious sites

St. Mark's Church in Zagreb

A church located on St. Mark's Square in Gradec, Zagreb's old town. It's a peaceful spot to explore quietly beside a modest square.

Museums & galleries

Museum of Broken Relationships

The Museum of Broken Relationships is a quirky museum in Zagreb that displays stories and objects centered on breakups. It drew attention in 2011 after winning the award for Europe's most innovative museum.

Parks & gardens

Ban Jelačić Square

Ban Jelačić Square is a square in Zagreb, Croatia, named after Ban Josip Jelačić, who served as Croatia's viceroy. It's a nice stop during a visit to Zagreb.

Zoos & aquariums

Zagreb Zoo

Located inside Zagreb's Maksimir Park, this zoo is easy to combine with a walk through the park. It's one of only a handful of zoos in Croatia, offering close-up encounters with a wide variety of animals.

Shopping & districts

Gradec

Gradec is a district on Grič Hill in Zagreb's old town, which together with Kaptol formed the heart of medieval Zagreb. Today it's part of the Gornji Grad–Medveščak district and a great place to explore the city's long history.

Parks & gardens

St. Mark's Square

A square in Zagreb, Croatia, home to St. Mark's Church alongside government buildings. Visitors can stroll through the city's political center and take in its historic architecture.