Zagreb: Small-group tour (funicular & WWII tunnel included)
Upper Town, Zagreb, Croatia
Join us on our small group walking tour of Zagreb and discover the soul of Croatia’s capital! Your local guide will make sure that you visit the most interesting sites and see all the highlights.
Highlights
- Visit all the must-see sights (Upper Town, parts of the Lower Town, WWII tunnel)
- See and hear the cannon fire at noon (if you choose the morning tour)
- Ride the funicular, the ticket is included
- Get a more personalized experience in a small group with no more than 15 people
- Visit Zagreb with an experienced local tour guide, who calls Zagreb home
Description
Welcome to our small group walking tour of Zagreb, Croatia's capital brimming with history and culture. Throughout our exploration, we'll share stories, anecdotes, and insider tips to help you experience Zagreb like a local, leaving you with memories to cherish long after the tour is over. Get ready to uncover Zagreb's hidden gems and vibrant atmosphere as we explore its past and present together.
We’ll start our tour in Zrinjevac Park (Nikola Šubić Zrinski Square). Your local guide will wait for you next to the meteorological post. You’ll get a short introduction into what to expect and a few fun facts about this location. Next, we’ll stop at the bronze model of the city of Zagreb to get a clearer picture of the landscape.
Our next stop will be the beautiful Cathedral where you will hear the story about the founding of Zagreb and the “church hill” Kaptol. We’ll soak up the colorful and vibrant atmosphere of the iconic farmers market, Dolac.
We'll visit the city’s most vibrant street, Tkalčićeva Street, where you’ll hear what the locals do for fun and also a few interesting local legends. After that, it’s time to pass the Bloody Bridge Street and hear a story about how such a lovely street got such a bloody name.
We'll enter the Grič Tunnel, built during WWII. You'll hear some fascinating stories about Zagreb's underground. Plus, on a hot day, it gives us a chance to cool off a little bit.
Later, we’ll climb up the Gradec Hill and pass through the medieval Stone Gate and hear a story about a miracle. We’ll also see Zagreb’s first pharmacy. After that we’ll visit the heart of the medieval Gradec Hill, today home to the colorful roof of St. Mark’s Church, and the Parliament and Government buildings. We’ll walk down Ćirilometodska Street and hear stories about the alphabet, theater, witches, art, marriage… Our next stop will be at the beautiful St. Catherine’s Church, known for its Baroque stucco decorations and painted ceiling.
We’ll arrive at Lotrščak Tower, a part of the original defensive walls from the 13th century with an interesting origin story. If you choose the morning tour, we’ll be there right on time to see and hear the cannon fire at noon! Don’t be scared, it happens every day.
After that it’s time to enjoy the shortest funicular ride in the world. We will end our tour at Zagreb’s main square (Ban Jelačić Square), the heart of modern-day Zagreb. Your guide will be happy to give you some recommendations for the rest of your time in Zagreb.
Includes
Walking tour of the city with a licensed English-speaking local guide
Funicular ticket
All fees and taxes
Excludes
Gratuities (optional)
Important Information
- Please note that Dolac market is closed in the afternoon hours and on public holidays
- On rare occasions, the WWII tunnel or funicular may be closed for maintenance or special events. If this occurs on your tour date, your guide will adjust the itinerary accordingly
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
