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Meet Zagreb: Monuments & Sculptures Walking Tour
Zagreb
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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 m...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Funicular ticket
Coffee and/or Tea
Snacks
Meeting Points
Departure
Amélie
Meeting point is at Vlaška street 6, in front of the Amelie bar.
Please arrive 15 minutes before the start time.
Return
Ban Josip Jelačić Square
The tour will end at the main Zagreb square
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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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 m...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Funicular ticket
Coffee and/or Tea
Snacks
Meeting Points
Departure
Amélie
Meeting point is at Vlaška street 6, in front of the Amelie bar.
Please arrive 15 minutes before the start time.
Return
Ban Josip Jelačić Square
The tour will end at the main Zagreb square
Itinerary
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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
8
Porta di Pietra (Kamenita Vrata)
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.