Culture of Zagreb. Places to visit - old town, temples, theaters, museums and palaces
Upper Town (Gornji Grad) will be a great place to start your excursion program. This district is considered the oldest one in the city, so here visitors will find a lot of beautiful historic buildings and numerous museums. While walking along winding medieval streets, tourists will surely see a lot of unique architectural sites and will be able to visit a variety of cultural institutions.
1. A large part of the shops are open from 8:00 to 20:00. Many shops close for a lunch break in the afternoon. At the height of the tourist season many grocery stores and supermarkets can … Open
Among the religious monuments of the city visitors should definitely not forget to visit Cathedral of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. According to historical records, the first religious building in its place was built back in the 12th century. In the 13th century the Tatars destroyed the old church, and after their retreat a new cathedral was immediately built on the sight of the old church. A lovely building with two spiers is home to a huge number of precious religious artifacts including medieval icons, clothing and jewelry.
Guests of the city will be also interested in visiting Archaeological Museum, which includes a rich collection of about 40,000 priceless artifacts. The collection of the museum contains items found by scientists in different parts of the country. Many artifacts were found directly in Zagreb. Visitors of the museum will have an opportunity to see interesting numismatic collections, a collection of jewelry and household items. City Museum also features an interesting collection of items. The museum itself occupies three historic buildings – a monastery of the 12th century, a granary and tower. The museum houses a variety of ethnographic and historical exhibits, as well as works of art and a beautiful model of the ancient city of Hradec.
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Zagreb and surroundings
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What to visit during two-day excursion in Zagreb
Tkalciceva Ulica
The Cathedral
Where: Kaptol 31, Zagreb; Telephone: +385 1 48-14-727;
Where: Kaptol 31, Zagreb; Telephone: +385 1 48-14-727;
Gornji Grad
Where: Kamenita ulica, Zagreb;
Where: Kamenita ulica, Zagreb;
Mimara Museum
Where: Trg Franklina Delanoa Roosevelta 5, 10000, Zagreb, Zagreb;
Where: Trg Franklina Delanoa Roosevelta 5, 10000, Zagreb, Zagreb;
Mount Medvednica
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Art galleries in Zagreb and around
♥ Art museum 'Art Pavilion' Zagreb, 1.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Art museum 'Modern Gallery' Zagreb, 2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Art museum 'Zagreb' Zagreb, 2.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Art museum 'Klovićevi dvori' Zagreb, 2.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Art museum 'Mimara Museum' Zagreb, 2.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Art museum 'Art Pavilion' Zagreb, 1.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Art museum 'Modern Gallery' Zagreb, 2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Art museum 'Zagreb' Zagreb, 2.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Art museum 'Klovićevi dvori' Zagreb, 2.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Art museum 'Mimara Museum' Zagreb, 2.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
Cathedrals and basilicas near Zagreb
♥ Konkatedrala Sv. Ćirila i Metoda, Zagreb, 2.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Bazilika Majke Božje Bistričke, Marija Bistrica, 24.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Bazilika Sv. Kvirina, Sisak, 44 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Katedrala Uzvišenja sv. Križa, Sisak, 45.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Bazilika Lurške Matere Božje, Brestanica, 45.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Konkatedrala sv. Križa, Križevci, 49.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Grkokatolička katedrala Sv. Trojstva, Križevci, 49.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Konkatedrala Sv. Ćirila i Metoda, Zagreb, 2.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Bazilika Majke Božje Bistričke, Marija Bistrica, 24.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Bazilika Sv. Kvirina, Sisak, 44 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Katedrala Uzvišenja sv. Križa, Sisak, 45.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Bazilika Lurške Matere Božje, Brestanica, 45.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Konkatedrala sv. Križa, Križevci, 49.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Grkokatolička katedrala Sv. Trojstva, Križevci, 49.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
Unique spots in Zagreb and near
West Gate Center
From the series “12 Largest Shopping Centers Worldwide”
Check on the map: Distance from Zagreb center - 15.7 km.
Visitors with children will be interested in KIDS WORLD. The area of this park is 4 thousand square meters. It is good for babies and teenagers at once. The mall has all season ice skate and boiling club, more than 20 restaurants with different cuisines and over 10 bars. The enormous shopping mall in Zagreb is dramatically differing from others by its terrific design. Its halls are always decorated with an original art installation and thoroughly made system of lightning. …
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Zrinjski
From the series “The Scariest Mines in the World”
Check on the map: Distance from Zagreb center - 12.1 km.
Medvednica Nature Park in Croatia is in an incredibly beautiful mountainous area featuring an abandoned medieval mine Zrinjski. Back in 1527, the first mine has been laid there; zinc-lead ore has been mined in it. Mine literally turned precious, as that ore was rich in silver. During the tour, visitors would be able to see fragments of rock with veins of precious metal. …
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Photogallery of cultural heritage of Zagreb
Landmarks of culture on Zagreb map: art-galleries, monuments, palaces, etc
Culture guide to Zagreb. Which fascinating sights to visit once you are in Zagreb: temples, churches, museums, theaters and castles. Recommendations (with addresses, phone numbers and links) on the places 'must visit' in Zagreb. Plan your own city excursion by using this page info!