Zagreb Holidays

Being the capital of Croatia means that Zagreb is a bustling city with office blocks, sprawling central train stations and a modern-day tram system that weaves its way between the older parts of town, but behind that lies so much more to explore. Awash with its fair share of fantastic cafes, local or fine dining restaurants, bars and nightclubs – anyone looking to start or finish their trip to Croatia with a bang will certainly find it here. However, with some saying that Zagreb was the melting pot of ‘East meets West’ culture for over 1,000 years (thanks to its strategic location) there is, unsurprisingly, a noteworthy architectural history and cultural heritage to uncover here too, all of it just crying out to be explored.

Of the many things to do in Zagreb, one of the Croatian capital’s highlights is simply walking through Zagreb Old Town. Stop at the neo-gothic Cathedral, Ban Jelačić Square, the Lotrščak Tower and Parliament Building along the way, as well as the Croatian National Theatre and Mimara Museum. Dip into one of many museums and galleries, such as the unmissable Museum of Broken Relationships – not to be taken as an omen for anyone enjoying their own romantic break to Zagreb! With shopping arcades, food markets and monuments to visit, there lies one of the ultimate city escapes, hidden along the unassuming streets of humble, though eternally fascinating Zagreb.