Zagreb flawlessly curates your first glimpses of Croatia: stunning, stone architecture, a skyline sprinkled with red roofs and streets humming from the din of outdoor cafes and bars. Sample unique Croatian culture and cuisine before delving into the countryside. This charismatic capital is your gateway to a lake-laden national park crossed by waterfalls and walkways, and the country’s dreamy coastal towns.
Visit Zagreb: get started
Start your Croatian vacation here, in Zagreb. Our picks for top Zagreb attractions include St. Mark’s Church, the Zagreb Cathedral and the Presidential Palace, as well as quirky Zagreb museums like the Museum of Broken Relationships and the medieval district of Gornji Grad. Start planning with our sublime selection of Zagreb hotels!
Zagreb travel guide
Destination facts
Language
Croatian
What to bring back
Rakija of your choice (a variety of fruit or herb brandies), traditional Croatian neckties, handmade crystal glassware from nearby Samobor and Croatian Bajadera chocolates.
What to eat
Zagrebački odrezak (breaded and fried veal stuffed with ham and cheese), roast turkey with mlinci (flatbread), štrukli (pastries filled with cottage cheese) and knedli (sweetened, fruit-stuffed potato dumplings).
Fun fact
During the changing of the guard ceremony in St. Mark’s Square (every Saturday and Sunday at noon!), you might notice the guards’ bright-red neckties. In fact, Croatia is the birthplace of the necktie—or cravat. They were worn by Croat mercenaries in the 17th century and the word “cravat” stems from “Croat.” Think about that when you’re getting dressed for work.
Important info
For more information on all necessary travel documents and more, check Air Canada’s Travel Requirements page and the Government of Canada’s Travel and Tourism website.
