Best of Zagreb! Private Walking Tour

Discover Zagreb’s famous innovators on a private walking tour. Explore Croatian culture, history, and legends while retracing the steps of world-changing figures.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Amélie - While waiting for your coffee and snack at our meeting point, you’ll learn about the world’s greatest traveler who discovered China and permanently linked Europe to Asia.
  • Cathedral of Zagreb - The first stop is a visit to the Zagreb Cathedral, the most monumental Croatian sacred building, symbolizing the city of Zagreb and the largest Croatian monument of religion and culture. In front of the cathedral, you’ll see the Holy Mary Monument, certified as the tallest golden statue of the Virgin in the world.
  • Vlaška ulica - Strolling through the old Vlaška street, you’ll encounter a detective whose invention solved all future murder scenes.
  • Petrinjska ulica - Near the beautiful Zrinjevac park, one of Croatia’s most famous inventors awaits you, without whose gadget we couldn’t function today.
  • Ban Josip Jelacic Square - Visit the main square and meeting point of Zagreb, the hub of all social and political events. Here, you’ll also see Zagreb’s most famous fountain, Mandusevac, and meet one of Europe’s greatest basketball players.
  • Dolac Market - Explore this lively, colorful market with over 80 years of tradition. Purchase local products and soak in the old town’s vibe before meeting the founders of modern seismology and the parachute inventor.
  • Tkalciceva Street - Walk through Zagreb’s most vibrant street, lined with traditional shops, boutiques, restaurants, and cafes. Learn about the river that once flowed and divided Kaptol and Gradec, and hear the story of the ‘Bloody bridge.’ While wandering Tkalča street, you’ll find a man with a steering wheel in his hands. Can you guess what he invented?
  • Porta di Pietra (Kamenita Vrata) - Pass by Zagreb’s most significant cultural and religious attraction and discover the legend that made the stone gate famous. On your way to the Upper Town, you’ll meet Einstein’s predecessor, known as the ‘universal mind.’
  • St. Mark’s Church - Visit Zagreb’s oldest and most colorful building, built in the 13th century, featuring Croatia’s most beautiful Gothic portal.
  • Lotrscak Tower - Explore the fort built in 1266, which defended the city’s southern entrance. Lotrscak tower houses the famous Grič cannon, which fires precisely at noon.
  • Strossmayer Promenade - Enjoy one of the best panoramic views in Zagreb at the Strossmayer Promenade, also known as Zagreb Stross. This romantic spot is where lovers leave their padlocks and enjoy sunsets on benches. A notable attraction here is the Antun Gustav Matoš statue, with which you can share the view.
  • Funicular Railway - Take a ride on one of the world’s shortest funiculars, which will bring you down to Zagreb’s main shopping street, Ilica.
  • Gundulićeva ulica - Walking through Gundulićeva Street, you’ll find Croatia’s first Music School, opened in 1829. Nearby, you’ll meet an opera singer who attended and taught there and conquered world stages.
  • Croatian National Theatre in Zagreb - Visit this impressive architectural gem, the theater, opera, and ballet house known as HNK. In front of the theater, you’ll see the Well of Life sculpture, a masterpiece by one of the greatest sculptors, whom you’ll meet just across the street.
  • Cvjetni trg - Visit Zagreb’s beloved Flower Square, named for the flower stalls that have been a feature since the 14th century. Here, you’ll meet the scientist and inventor who made electricity accessible to everyone.
  • Sculpture Grounded Sun - As you walk to the next Croatian mind and inventor, you’ll encounter an art installation representing a hidden universe in the heart of Zagreb.
  • Park Zrinjevac - On your way to Zagreb’s oldest and most beautiful park, you’ll meet a brilliant mathematician and physicist who was once ridiculed as a freak.
  • King Tomislav Square - Visit the square dedicated to Croatia’s first king and meet the great Croatian warrior who halted the Ottoman invasion of Europe.
What's Included
  • Funicular ticket
  • Snacks
  • Tea and coffee
Additional Information

Get acquainted with the Croatian pioneers, adventurers, and other notable figures who have significantly influenced the globe. Engage in a public display of sculptures portraying distinguished Croatians, crafted by budding artists.

Experience a unique private walking tour that encompasses all of Zagreb’s renowned attractions alongside encountering 13 eminent Croatian individuals who contributed towards a brighter, more unified, and safer world.

Walk in the path of globally recognized Croatian inventors, technologists, and adventurers, delve into the Croatian coffee-connoisseur culture and embark on a new episode in your escapade whilst touring this magnificent nation.

As you traverse the lanes of Zagreb accompanied by our guides, you will:

• get to know Croatians whose endeavors and enthusiasm transformed the world
• understand the state of the world before their groundbreaking inventions
• observe the changes and how their pioneering discoveries continue to shape our lives
• gain insights about the Croatian lifestyle - grasp why Croatians have a penchant for coffee
• listen to fascinating local narratives and folklore about Zagreb and its attractions.

Location
Vlaška ul. 6
Vlaška ulica
The meeting point is in front of Amelie bar in Vlaška street 6. We kindly ask you to arrive 15 minutes before the start time so that you can pick up your coffee/tea & snack :)
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Fahrers
May 19, 2024
Great walking tour - We had a great walk through Zagreb with Alan, our tour guide. We learnt about many great Croatians and their influence on world science, discovery, military history and the arts. Saw many corners of the city we may not have discovered on our own and received plenty of good recommendations for the rest of our tour. Highly recommended.
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V573unpetera
Jul 28, 2023
Best walking tour ever!! - This tour is excellent. Vdanska is a lovely guide. She is extremely knowledgeable and as a Zagreb local has lots of great tips. I wish more cities had tours like this.
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