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Zagreb with Kids: The Best Family Itinerary

Zagreb is great for families, with a fun funicular, big parks and the wonderland of Plitvice. Here is how to spend a family trip in Zagreb — with the best-rated kid-friendly tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Funicular ride
  2. 2Plitvice walkways
  3. 3Maksimir Park & zoo
  4. 4Štrukli & ice cream

Up the funicular

Ride the tiny funicular and explore the colourful Upper Town.

Lakes adventure

Walk the wooden boardwalks of the Plitvice Lakes.

Parks and treats

Relax in Maksimir Park and zoo, with štrukli and ice cream.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Zagreb — prices per person.

Zagreb Walking Food Tour - Visites touristiques - Dolac Market Visit
Zagreb
Zagreb Walking Food Tour - Visites touristiques - Dolac Market Visit
5.0(38)·6 heures
à partir de$157/ personne
via Viator
Visite privée Zagreb-Plitvice Lacs-Split Billets autoguidés inc
Zagreb
Visite privée Zagreb-Plitvice Lacs-Split Billets autoguidés inc
5.0(10)·12 heures
à partir de$498/ personne
via Viator
Zagreb BIG Tour - Notre Signature Walking & Panoramic Tour
Zagreb
Zagreb BIG Tour - Notre Signature Walking & Panoramic Tour
4.9(108)·4 heures
à partir de$151/ personne
via Viator
Transfert privé : Zagreb - Split avec visite privée des lacs de Plitvice
Zagreb
Transfert privé : Zagreb - Split avec visite privée des lacs de Plitvice
4.9(12)·10 heures
à partir de$790/ personne
via Viator
Zagreb Food Tour : Plats locaux et histoires de ville
Zagreb
Zagreb Food Tour : Plats locaux et histoires de ville
5.0(279)·3 heures
à partir de$92/ personne
via Viator
Lacs de Plitvice avec billet et voyage guidé de Rastoke au départ de Zagreb
Zagreb
Lacs de Plitvice avec billet et voyage guidé de Rastoke au départ de Zagreb
4.8(37)·10 heures
à partir de$87/ personne
via Viator

Zagreb with kids — FAQ

Is Zagreb good for kids?
Yes — the fun little funicular, the colourful Upper Town, the wooden walkways and waterfalls of the Plitvice Lakes, big Maksimir Park and zoo, and treats like štrukli and ice cream make Zagreb a relaxed family destination.
What are the best things to do in Zagreb with children?
Top family picks are the funicular and Upper Town, a Plitvice Lakes day trip, Maksimir Park and zoo, and Croatian treats.
Is Zagreb easy to visit with kids?
Yes — Zagreb is safe, affordable and walkable with trams, parks and family attractions, though the Plitvice day trip is long so plan it well.

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