Zagreb Art & Architecture - Private Walking Tour

2–3 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

Walk around the city in a company of an Art Historian guide and explore the diverse array of influences and styles that formed the present day Zagreb.

This tour will give you a general introduction to the main periods and styles of Zagreb architecture. Starting from the medieval times best represented in church architecture, Renaissance and Baroque palaces, historicist interventions to 20th century structures in the historical core of the city.

Besides topography and architectural elements you will meet important persons of Zagreb through public sculptures and learn about their authors. Your guide will also draw attention to some of the best museums in Zagreb as you pass by and give insight into ongoing exhibitions.

At the end of our walk, you will come away with a deeper understanding of Zagreb its history, art and architecture.

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At a glance

Duration: 2–3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English
Operated by: Mapping Croatia

What is included

Included

Included: Licensed guide with MA in Art History

Itinerary

Cathedral of Zagreb

15 min

Zagreb Cathedral is the tallest building in Croatia and the most monumental sacred building in neo-Gothic style southeast of the Alps
Dolac Market

10 min

Right in the heart of the city, Zagreb’s bustling farmers market has been trader-central since the 1930s when the city authorities decided to replace one entire historic neighborhood with modernist market.
Tkalciceva Street

5 min

Located at the place where once flowed a river that separated the districts of Kaptol and Gradec, Tkalčićeva Street today is a charming street lined with restaurants, cafes, small boutiques and traditional shops
Kamenita Vrata

10 min

Kamenita Vrata or Stone Gate is the eastern gate to medieval town and Zagreb's most important shrine.
St. Mark's Square

10 min

St Mark's Square constitutes the heart of the Upper Town, having formerly served as the main market square of the settlement of Gradec. In the center of square is located St. Mark's Church. The square also sports important governmental buildings: Banski dvori, Croatian Parliament and Constitutional Court of Croatia.
St. Mark's Church

5 min

Saint Mark's Church uniquely colorful tiled roof makes it a Zagreb icon. It is one of the oldest buildings in the city dating from the 13th century.
Croatian History Museum (Hrvatski Povijesni Muzej)

Passing by

Croatian History Museum is located in one of the most beautiful Baroque palaces of Zagreb built in 1764, with wrought-iron railings at the windows and balcony and a lovely carriage entrance.
Klovicevi Dvori Gallery

Passing by

Klovicevi Dvori gallery is located in a former Jesuit monastery, in the only Renaissance palace of Zagreb Upper Town.
Church of St. Catherine

5 min

Baroque church of St. Catherine was built in 1632 following model of the Il Gesù in Rome The austere façade hides a lavish interior, notably the single nave containing six lateral chapels which produce an ethereal, almost joyful light and is one of Croatia's most beautiful Baroque ensembles.
Upper Town Gornji Grad

5 min

Plato Gradec offers one of the most beautiful panoramic views in Zagreb and is a perfect photo-stop.
Strossmayer Promenade

5 min

Another popular place for panoramic views of Zagreb is Strossmayer Promenade built in the 19th century and named after the founder of the Yugoslav Academy of Arts and Sciences
Ilica

Passing by

Ilica Street is one of the longest streets in Zagreb, Croatia. The busy street is home to many shops and cultural sites.
Ban Josip Jelacic Square

5 min

Ban Jelačić Square is the central square of Zagreb lined with grand mostly 19th-century buildings

This is the end point for 2-hour walking tour. Your guide will show you directions to reach other landmarks you might be interested in.
Lower Town

one hour

For 3-hour tour we will continue our walk along Zagreb Green Horseshoe - a framework of eight squares and parks with a great artistic and urbanistic significance that, in the second half of the 19th century, defined Zagreb as a highly representative middle European city.

Some of the most important attractions on our route are Zrinjevac Park, Croatian Academy of Arts and Sciences, Modern Gallery, Art Pavilion, King Tomislav Square, Esplanade Hotel, Croatian State Archives, Croatian National Theatre, Museum of Arts and Crafts and more.