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
Photo: Perun at German Wikipedia / CC BY-SA 3.0
Why it is worth your time
Set among the lakes and tree-lined paths of Maksimir Park, Zagreb Zoo is home to more than two thousand animals. A walk through it pairs a wildlife encounter with the city's largest park in a single afternoon: perfect for families.
Croatia Atlas tip
Enter through Maksimir Park and make a half-day of it: the park walk to the zoo is half the fun.
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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