Zagreb-4-day-itinerary

Day 1: Arrival and Exploring the Upper Town

  • Morning: Arrive at Zagreb’s Franjo Tuđman Airport (ZAG) and take a taxi or bus (line 290) to your accommodation.
  • 9:00 AM: Start your day at the Ban Jelačić Square (Trg bana Jelačića), the heart of Zagreb’s Upper Town. Take a stroll around the square, admire the beautiful buildings, and grab a coffee or snack from one of the cafes.
  • 10:00 AM: Visit the nearby Museum of Broken Relationships (Muzej prekinutih veza). This unique museum features exhibits of personal objects related to failed relationships.
  • 12:30 PM: Have lunch at Dvori, a cozy restaurant serving traditional Croatian cuisine. Try their famous peka, a slow-cooked meat or vegetable dish.
  • 2:00 PM: Explore the historic St. Mark’s Church (Sveti Marko) and its adjacent tower, offering great views of the city.
  • 7:00 PM: Enjoy dinner at Lavender, a restaurant serving modern Croatian cuisine with a focus on local ingredients.

Accommodation

Consider staying in the Upper Town area to be close to main attractions:

  • Hotel Palace Zagreb (4-star)
  • Hotel Sheraton Zagreb Hotel (5-star)

Transportation

  • Taxi: Available from airport and around the city.
  • Public Bus (line 290): Connects airport to city center.
  • Walking: Upper Town is easily accessible on foot.

Tips

  • Be prepared for a laid-back atmosphere, with many shops and cafes closing early.
  • Try some local food and drinks, like pogača (a type of pastry) or rakia (a fruit brandy).
  • Don’t miss the Sunday Morning Market at Dolac market, where you can find fresh produce and local products.

Day 2: Lower Town and More

  • 9:00 AM: Start your day in the Lower Town, exploring the historic streets and alleys. Visit the Grič Cannon (Topčića Kula), a 19th-century cannon.
  • 10:30 AM: Stop by the Zagreb Museum of Contemporary Art (Muzej suvremene umjetnosti u Zagrebu). The museum features an impressive collection of modern and contemporary art.
  • 12:30 PM: Have lunch at Hvar, a seafood restaurant with a focus on fresh fish and local ingredients.
  • 2:00 PM: Visit the Zagreb Cathedral (Katedrala Zagreba), a beautiful example of neo-Gothic architecture.
  • 6:00 PM: Enjoy dinner at Buffet Škola, a cozy restaurant serving traditional Croatian cuisine.

Activities

Consider visiting one of the many museums in Zagreb:

  • Museum of Illusions (Muzej iluzija)
  • Ethnographic Museum (Etnografski muzej u Zagrebu)

Day 3: Nature and Relaxation

  • 9:00 AM: Take a day trip to the nearby Sljeme, a mountain peak offering great views of the city. You can also visit the Medvednica Nature Park.
  • 12:30 PM: Have lunch at Terasa u Vukovaru, a restaurant with beautiful views of the surrounding countryside.
  • 2:00 PM: Visit the Zagreb Botanical Garden (Botanički vrt Zagreba), a peaceful oasis in the heart of the city.
  • 7:00 PM: Enjoy dinner at Pikolo, a cozy restaurant serving traditional Croatian cuisine.

Accommodation

Consider staying in the Lower Town area to be close to main attractions:

  • Hotel Dubrovnik (4-star)
  • Hotel Hotel Sheraton Zagreb Hotel (5-star)

Day 4: Shopping and Departure

  • 9:00 AM: Spend your last day shopping for souvenirs at one of the many markets or malls in Zagreb.
  • 12:30 PM: Have lunch at Restaurant Ilica, a cozy restaurant serving traditional Croatian cuisine.
  • 2:00 PM: Visit the Zagreb Shopping Center (Centar Kaptol), a large shopping mall with a variety of stores.
  • 5:00 PM: Depart for the airport or your next destination.

Transportation

  • Taxi: Available from city center to airport.
  • Public Bus (line 290): Connects city center to airport.
  • Walking: Lower Town is easily accessible on foot.