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Walking Tour of Zagreb with Funicular Ride

Zagreb cityscape view from funicular, featuring historic buildings and walking tour path.
Zagreb cityscape view from funicular, featuring historic buildings and lush greenery during walking tour.
Zagreb cityscape view from funicular during walking tour.
Zagreb cityscape view from funicular, featuring historic buildings and lush greenery during walking tour.

Discover Zagreb's charm with an expert guide, uncovering hidden gems and authentic stories in a small group, and enjoy the shortest funicular in the world as part of the tour.

Highlights

  • Experience Zagreb's charm by immersing yourself in the pulse of the city with an expert local guide.

  • Meet your guide in Zrinjevac Park, with pretty flowerbeds and water fountains before heading to Ban Jelačić Square, the center of Zagreb’s pedestrian zone.

  • Visit the Neo-Gothic Cathedral, Zagreb's most defining landmark as you delve into the authentic stories that have shaped the city.

  • Enjoy the shortest funicular in the world and reach the Upper Town through the Gric Tunnel.

  • Fun Fact: Zagreb was part of a horrible fire in 1731. The capital city had completely burned down. Everything was destroyed except for a painting of Mary and Jesus that was found among the rubble completely unscorched.

Inclusions

  • Guided tour of Zagreb

  • Licensed local guide

  • Funicular ride ticket

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

The Lively City of Zagreb

Begin your walking tour at Zrinjevac Park where you will meet your licensed local guide, in the heart of the famous Green Horseshoe of Zagreb. Next, head to Ban Jelacic Square, the focal point of Zagreb's social life. Admire the daily activity and watch as friends and families meet to chat. Take in the beautiful historical structures that frame the square. From there, visit the Neo-Gothic Cathedral, located in the Kaptol district just above Ban Jelacic Square – Zagreb‘s most defining landmark. Then, visit the Dolac Food Market, the belly of Zagreb, and stroll through to enjoy fresh and delicious produce.

The Shortest Ride to the Upper Town

Next, pass through the Gric Tunnel to board the shortest funicular in the world and reach the Upper Town. Explore the top sights like Lotrscak Tower, home of the Gric cannon, seats of the Croatian Parliament and Government, Saint Mark’s Church famous for its picturesque roof, and the Stone Gate with the miraculous painting of Our Lady. Continue to Tkalciceva Street, one of the most vibrant and busiest streets in Zagreb, always filled with people because of its ever-growing number of coffee shops, bars, and restaurants. Finally, end the tour at the Main Square.

Important Information

  • The tour will be conducted in the English language.

  • Facilities: Pram/Stroller Accessibility.

  • The tour is not accessible for wheelchair users.

  • Infants must not sit on laps.

  • Infant seats are unavailable.

Restrictions

  • Pets are not allowed on this tour.

Timings

  • Daily: 10:30am onwards
  • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

  • Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

  • Please arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

Meeting Point

  • Meet your guide at Trg Nikola Subic Zrinski 2 (Park Zrinjevac).

  • Address: Zrinjevac 2-2, 10000, Zagreb, Croatia.

  • Landmark: In front of the Meteorological station, which is a small display that shows the temperature and barometric pressure on the north side of the park.

Get Directions to the Meeting Point

Getting There

By Bus

  • The closest bus stop is Trg bana J. Jelačića. It is a quick 5-min walk to the meeting point.

  • Board bus #150 to get you there.

By Tram

  • The closest tram stop is Trg J. Jelačića. It is a quick 4-minute walk to the meeting point.

  • Board trams #1, #6, #11, or #12 to get you there.

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