Meet Zagreb: Monuments & Sculptures Walking Tour

2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

The monuments and sculptures of the city of Zagreb will tell you a unique story with which you will get to know not only the city, but also Croatian history.

This 2-hour walking tour is a unique way to get to know Zagreb, its main attractions and all the significant sculptures and monuments located in the very center of the city, along with some of the Sit & Meet statues. Each sculpture will tell you its own story, because each one reflects its society, its place and its time. Take a walk through Zagreb and explore the city in a different, but exciting way. Meet some of our Sit & Meet sculptures placed on the secret locations on the caffe bar terraces, meet the Croats after whom Zagreb's main squares are named and see all of the main cultural attractions.

On our Meet Zagreb tour you will meet 9 genious minds, see al the city sights, learn the history about the main Zagreb monuments and sculptures and have a ride with one of the shortest funiculars in the world.

What's Included

Funicular ticket
Coffee and/or Tea
Snacks

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Amélie

Meeting point is at Vlaška street 6, in front of the Amelie bar. Please arrive 15 minutes before the start time.

End point
Ban Josip Jelačić Square

The tour will end at the main Zagreb square

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Amélie

    On our meeting point you will get to know the world's greatest traveler who discovered China and permanently connected Europe to Asia.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Holy Mary Monument

    You will visit the Holy Mary Monument which has been certified as the tallest golden statue of the Virgin in the world. Across the monument is the Cathedral of Zagreb, the most sacred Croatian building, which is also the symbol of the city of Zagreb and the largest Croatian monument of religion and culture.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Statue of Kumica Barica

    On the way to the traditional Zagreb market, we will come across a lady with a basket of groceries on her head. Her role is yet to be discovered.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Dolac Market

    Visit the full of life and colored market which nurtures +80 years of tradition. Buy some local products and feel the vibe of the old town before meeting the founder of modern seismology and the parachute inventor.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Statue of Petrica Kerempuh

    After the Dolac market, we will also come across the statue of Petrica Kerempuh, a literary character of Miroslav Krleža, which was erected in 1955.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Tkalciceva Street

    Walk through the most vibrant street in Zagreb which is lined with traditional shops, small boutiqies, restaurants and caffee bars. While wondering around the Tkalča street, you will find a man sitting in the corner with a steering wheel in his hands. Guess what he invented?

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Statue of Marija Juric Zagorka

    Through Tkalčićeva Street, we will pass by the statue of the most widely read Croatian writer, journalist and feminist.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Petrini Pyli

    Pass by Zagreb's most important cultural and religious attraction, and learn all about the legend that made the stone gate famous. On the way to the Upper Town, you will meet Einstein's predecessor – the so-called 'universal mind' and the statue of St. George after his battle with the dragon.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 9
    Strossmayer Promenade

    Visit the promenade with one of the best panoramic views in Zagreb, known as Zagreb Stross. This promenade is a romantic place where lovers leave their padlocks and enjoy sunsets while sitting on the bench enjoying the view. One great attraction on Stross is the Antun Gustav Matoš statue with which you can share the view.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 10
    Funicular Railway

    Have a ride with one of the worlds most shortest funiculars, which will take you down to the Zagreb main shopping street – Ilica.

    5 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 11
    Square of Petar Preradovic

    Visit Zagreb's favorite square and meeting point also knowned as the Flower square. The name of the square was given after the flower stalls which have been a feature of the place since the 14th century. On this square you will meet the scientist and inventor who made electricity available to everyone, and you will get to know everything about Petar Preradović – the Croatian general.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 12
    Gajeva ulica

    Somewhere around Gajeva street, you will meet the ingenious mathematician and physicist, who was ridiculed as a freak in his time.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 13
    Petrinjska ulica

    Somewhere around the wonderful park Zrinjevac, one of the most famous Croatian inventors is waiting for you, without whose gadget we would not be able to function today.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 14
    Ban Josip Jelacic Square

    Visit the main Zagreb square and meeting point, which is the center of all social and political events. See the famous statue of ban Josip Jelacic and meet one of the best European basketball players of all time.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Sit & Meet

Tags

Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
DSA non-compliant
Zombie

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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