Zagreb Small-Group Walking Tour with WW2 Tunnels & Funicular
Description
Discover Zagreb’s past and present on a small-group walking tour led by an expert local guide. Explore the city’s most important Old Town landmarks, uncover hidden corners of the Croatian capital, and step inside the historic WW2 Tunnels. Instead of dry facts and dates, hear the real stories, legends, and local insights that shaped Zagreb into the city it is today. Enjoy a more personal experience in a small group of up to 16 guests. Stroll through Zagreb’s elegant squares, lively streets, and historic Upper Town while learning how local life, culture, and history connect. See highlights such as Ban Jelačić Square, Dolac Market, the Cathedral, Stone Gate, St. Mark’s Church, and Lotrščak Tower, with time for photos and questions along the way. This tour is ideal for first-time visitors who want an engaging introduction to Zagreb with a licensed local guide and a relaxed small-group atmosphere.
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Itinerary
The tour starts at Zrinjevac Park in front of the Meteorological station. This is a small display that shows temperature and barometric pressure on the north side of the park. Get an introduction to the rich history of the Croatian capital, dating back to medieval times, on a 2.5-hour guided walk.
Discover the Main Square – Jelacic Square, a popular meeting point for all the locals, the heart of the city where you’ll learn how Zagreb got its name.
The Zagreb Cathedral is the monumental and very impressive Neo-Gothic building that will take your breath away.
Advance to the largest farmers market of Croatia – Dolac, and feel the buzz (Dolac market is closed for afternoon tour). Discover statue to Kumica and learn more about Croatian cuisine.
Your route takes you to vibrant Tkalciceva Street, better known as the bar street, where there’s always a steady stream of people. Hear about the philosophy of lounging and coffee culture in Croatia.
Visit Gric Tunnel which was built during WWII (occassionally may be closed due to events).
The shortest funicular in the world is the oldest mean of public transportation in the city that has bringing joy to the citizens of Zagreb for almost 135 years now. Zagreb funicular closed due to renovation until March 2026.
The mighty Lotrscak tower houses the Gric cannon that takes off each day at noon to mark the midday.
The Upper Town (Gradec) is one of the 2 medieval settlements that formed Zagreb. Enjoy the charm and harmony of the Strossmayer promenade, the best spot for panoramic views of Zagreb rooftops, learn about the Museum of Broken Relationships, discover the seats of Croatian Parliament and Government and Saint Mark’s Church famous for its colorful roof.
Walk through the Stone Gate, the only medieval city gate that survived until present day. Inside there is a small chapel housing the miraculous picture depicting Our Lady, the patron saint of Zagreb. Conclude your tour at the Main Square, where something is always happening and where you’ll say goodbye to your guide.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Small group for a great experience (the tour is limited to 16 people).
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- The WW2 Tunnel may be closed to visitors if some event takes place in it (exhibition, theatre show or similar). In that case, it will not be possible to visit the Tunnel.
- Dolac Market is closed in the afternoon and on public holidays.
Reviews(408)
Excellent and informative walking tour with our guide Maja. Explanation of history and events of the city were excellent. Also pointed out places to eat and shop which came in very handy.
Thank you for your lovely feedback! We're so pleased to hear that you had a great experience exploring Zagreb with Maja. It's wonderful that you enjoyed learning about the city's history and found her local recommendations useful during your stay. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to see you again on another tour someday!
My husband, daughter, and I enjoyed our tour with Petra! She was friendly and informative, and she showed our small group many interesting places around Zagreb. This tour was a great way to learn about the city and its history!
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so glad you, your husband, and your daughter enjoyed exploring Zagreb with Petra. It's great to hear that you found the tour both informative and enjoyable, and that Petra helped bring the city's history to life. We truly appreciate your kind words and wish you a nice stay in Croatia!
Our guide, Petra, was amazing. She brought the history and architecture of Zagreb to life with her exceptional knowledge and well planned tour.
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed exploring Zagreb with us and found the tour engaging, informative, and well organized. Your kind feedback means a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you back for another memorable experience in the future!
Great tour very informative thanks to our guide Petra, we really enjoyed our time with her. She gave us so much information it was hard to remember everything.
Thank you for your kind words! We greatly appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback and are delighted that you had such an enjoyable tour. We wish you a safe return to your home!
We have discovered Zagreb essential historical places. The history was presented passionately and entertaining by the tour guide Petra. It was the first visit of Zagreb for our group and it will definetly not be the last.
Thank you for your wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed discovering Zagreb's rich history with us. It was our pleasure to be part of your first visit to Zagreb, and we're especially happy to hear that it won't be your last. We look forward to welcoming you back and thank you again for choosing us!
Rally good tour to get to know Zagreb main locations! The guide was interesting and kind, and I had great time. Really recommend 👍
Thank you so much for your kind review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour and had a great time exploring Zagreb with us. It's wonderful to know that our guide helped make your experience both interesting and enjoyable. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again one day!
Very informative and to the point visited a lot of Zagreb our guide was very good and spoke excellent English
Thank you for your kind feedback! We're pleased to hear that you enjoyed seeing so much of Zagreb and found the tour informative and well-paced. We hope to welcome you on another tour in the future!
This is our first trip to Zagreb and we wanted to learn about the city. Mia was so very knowledgeable and clearly loved Zagreb. We saw so many different places but never felt rushed. She was entertaining as well. Thoroughly recommend this tour.
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that Maja helped make your first visit to Zagreb so memorable. Her passion for the city and engaging storytelling truly make the experience special. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back to Zagreb again soon!
Petra was a great guide, well organised tour and knew lots and lots of background. Highly recommended
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you found the tour well organized and informative. Sharing the rich history and fascinating stories behind the places we visit is something we're passionate about, so it's great to know that this enhanced your experience. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again someday!
A wonderful way to hear the history of Zagreb, hear the entertaining stories, see the sights, ride the funicular and walk the tunnels
Thank you for your lovely review! We're so glad you enjoyed exploring Zagreb with us. We strive to make every tour both informative and enjoyable, and your feedback means a lot to us. We hope to welcome you back for another adventure in the future!
