Legendary
Sight
St Mark's Church
A medieval church crowned by a famous tiled roof bearing the coats of arms of Croatia and Zagreb.
Photo: Jorge Franganillo / CC BY 2.0
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Esplanade Hotel
A lavish 1925 hotel by the station, built for Orient Express travellers.
Sight
Photo: Palauenc05 / CC BY-SA 4.0
Why it is worth your time
Right by the main station stands the Esplanade, a lavish hotel opened in 1925 for travellers of the legendary Orient Express. Art Nouveau and Art Deco splendour, crystal ballrooms and tales of famous guests make it a Zagreb monument to glamour.
Croatia Atlas tip
Step into the lobby for a coffee or the famous Esplanade štrukli, even if you're not staying.
More places in Zagreb
A small next-step selection from the same city.
Hidden gem
Sight
Meštrović Atelier
The home and studio of Croatia's greatest sculptor.
Photo: Bernard Gagnon / CC BY-SA 4.0
Hidden gem
Activity
Grič Tunnel
A WWII shelter tunnel threading under the Upper Town.
Photo: Miroslav Vajdic from Zagreb, Croatia / CC BY-SA 2.0
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