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The 15 Best Days Out from Zagreb

43 tours  ·  from $8 a head

The capital is two hours from the lakes and nowhere near the sea, which shapes everything on this list. These 15 cover Plitvice and Rastoke as day trips, the Upper Town on foot, and the continental wine country nobody on the coast mentions.

From Zagreb: Plitvice & Rastoke Guided Day Trip with Ticket - Entering Plitvice Lakes National Park
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From Zagreb: Plitvice & Rastoke Guided Day Trip with Ticket

1.Plitvice & Rastoke Guided Day Trip with Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 2,955 reviews · 10 hours · from $61Our pick

Travel from Zagreb to Rastoke and Plitvice Lakes with an English-speaking guide such as Marko, Marin, or Saša. Visit 17th-century watermills, walk about 8.5 km beside 16 cascading lakes, and ride the park boat and panoramic train. Small-group pickup is available, with entry included.

“Marko our tour guide was so much fun and made our trip so memorable and fun , he kept us well informed and exceptionally friendly too This was an excellent experience and a must see tour I would highly recommend Piltvice & Rastake to our friends and family. please thank Marko on our behalf.”

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Zagreb: Rastoke & Plitvice Lakes Guided Tour with Ticket - Entering Plitvice Lakes National Park
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Zagreb: Rastoke & Plitvice Lakes Guided Tour with Ticket

2.Rastoke & Plitvice Lakes Guided Tour with Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,897 reviews · 10 hours · from $57

Travel from Zagreb to Rastoke and Plitvice Lakes with an English-speaking guide such as Martina, Petra, or Tomislav. Visit Rastoke’s wooden bridges and waterfalls, walk 8 to 9 km through the park, ride across Lake Kozjak when operating, and return the same day. Small-group pickup from selected hotels is available.

“Very enjoyable trip. The driver is nice and did not make us fee so rushed”

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Communism & Croatian Homeland War Tour - Meeting at Ban Josip Jelačić Monument
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Communism & Croatian Homeland War Tour

3.Communism & Croatian Homeland War Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,355 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $47Top rated

Walk central Zagreb with a certified local guide such as Ivana, Darko, Luka, or Diana, visiting Tunel Grič and a former air-raid shelter. Expect maps, photos, a multimedia presentation, and a clear look at Yugoslavia, the 1990s war, and everyday life in Croatia.

“I forgot our guides name, had a man bun. Local guide and knew his history. Was very interesting and relayed history in actual events not opinion!! Fantastic tour. We flew in a day early kit to take this tour!”

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Best of Zagreb with the WW2 Tunnels - Dolac Market, Zagreb’s everyday meeting place
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Best of Zagreb with the WW2 Tunnels

4.Best of Zagreb with the WW2 Tunnels

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 973 reviews · from $23

Start at Ban Jelačić Square and walk through Zagreb’s market, cathedral, old gates, St. Mark’s Square, and the WWII-era Grič Tunnel. Your certified local guide, such as Diana, Darko, Ena, Ivana, or Iva, adds personal stories, Croatian customs, and practical tips. Expect hills, stairs, and a tour that may finish closer to two hours than three.

“The guide Darko. He was friendly, knowledgeable and conducted the tour at a good pace. He engaged with each member of the group and was very proud of his country.”

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Plitvice Lakes with Ticket & Rastoke Guided Tour from Zagreb - Walking through the Lower and Upper Lakes
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Plitvice Lakes with Ticket & Rastoke Guided Tour from Zagreb

5.Plitvice Lakes with Ticket & Rastoke Guided Tour from Zagreb

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 966 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $78

Travel from Zagreb to Rastoke and Plitvice Lakes in an air-conditioned vehicle. Walk about 8.5 kilometers past waterfalls, lakes, forests, and wooden boardwalks, with an included park ticket, electric boat, and panoramic vehicle ride. Guides such as Martina, Maja, Dinko, and Petra have led this route. Small groups are limited to eight people.

“There is quite a bit of a walk , approximately 5-6 miles, don’t take heavy totes, wear comfortable sneakers Our guide was Martina, she was amazing and gave us a lot of historical background on the park as well as the cory of zagreb and croatia… very interesting and enlightening”

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Zagreb: Small Group Walking Tour City Center and WW2 Tunnels - Starting beside the meteorological station in Zrinjevac
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Zagreb: Small Group Walking Tour City Center and WW2 Tunnels

6.Small Group Walking Tour City Center and WW2 Tunnels

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 895 reviews · from $23

Walk Zagreb with local guides such as Petra, Tom, Maja, or Bernarda, covering the cathedral, Dolac Market, Tkalciceva Street, Gric Tunnel, Gradec, St Mark’s Church, and Stone Gate. Expect strong storytelling, local food tips, and a few steep or uneven sections. The funicular is closed until March 2026.

“Loved how Petra wove history, culture, architecture, and social trends into a wonderful story about her city as she shared highlights with us on our walk. One of the best walking tours I've ever taken; highly recommend this one!”

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Zagreb: Skip-the-Ticket-Line Museum of Broken Relationships - Why Zagreb’s Museum of Broken Relationships Feels Different
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Zagreb: Skip-the-Ticket-Line Museum of Broken Relationships

7.Skip-the-Ticket-Line Museum of Broken Relationships

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 847 reviews · 1 day · from $8Best value

Visit Zagreb’s Museum of Broken Relationships with a $8 entry ticket and read about 100 anonymous objects donated after love, family, friendship, and other relationships ended. Allow 30 to 90 minutes, depending on how closely you read. Captions are in Croatian and English, with other languages offered by QR code or booklet.

“We loved the museum. We went through different emotions and was very interesting to find out about all those people. Really recommend it!”

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Zagreb: City and WWII Tunnels Walking Tour - Zrinjevac Park begins the city story
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Zagreb: City and WWII Tunnels Walking Tour

8.City and WWII Tunnels Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 845 reviews · from $23

Spend 2.5 hours walking Zagreb’s Lower and Upper Town with an English-speaking licensed guide. See Zrinjevac, Dolac Market, the Cathedral, Gradec, St. Mark’s Church, and Stone Gate, then enter the WWII tunnels. The famous funicular ride is included when operating, but it is closed for renovation until March 2026.

“Marko was so patient and willing to make sure we all understood where we were going from one stop to another and answered any questions any of us had.”

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Plitvice and Rastoke day trip from Zagreb w/ticket (guar. dep.) - Plitvice delivers the big scenery
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Plitvice and Rastoke day trip from Zagreb w/ticket (guar. dep.)

9.Plitvice and Rastoke day trip from Zagreb w/ticket (guar. dep.)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 804 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $78

Travel from Zagreb to Rastoke and Plitvice Lakes in about 10 hours. You’ll see waterfalls, lakes, wooden walkways, and forest trails with park entry, boat and train rides included. Guides such as Marko, Sasha, Marin, and Sara are praised for clear commentary, good pacing, and clever routes around busy areas.

“Tour guide was very informative and entertaining, knowledgeable about both the Plitvice Lakes and croatian culture, cuisine, etc. with some great recommendations regardless of the planned activity. Entire trip was very comfortable and fun and the lakes themselves can't get enough praise. Gorgeous waterfalls and lakes, especially idyllic in the wintertime while parts are still frozen.”

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Zagreb: Communism and Croatian Homeland War Tour - Starting at Ban Jelačić Square
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Zagreb: Communism and Croatian Homeland War Tour

10.Communism and Croatian Homeland War Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 779 reviews · from $44

Start at Ban Jelačić Square with a local English or Spanish-speaking guide such as Darko, Ivana, or Vid. Walk through Zagreb’s communist years, the breakup of Yugoslavia, and Croatia’s Homeland War, then enter WWII tunnels and a genuine 1990s air raid shelter with a multimedia presentation.

“vid was friendly and very knowledgeable. The content was really interesting and opened my eyes.”

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Hop On Hop Off Panoramic bus - Zagreb City Tour - The audio guide and onboard comfort
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Hop On Hop Off Panoramic bus – Zagreb City Tour

11.Hop On Hop Off Panoramic bus – Zagreb City Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 769 reviews · 1 hour · from $25

Ride a one-hour circuit through Zagreb’s Lower and Upper Town, passing the Cathedral, Ban Jelačić Square, St. Mark’s Church, Mirogoj Cemetery, museums, and the National Theatre. You get an audio guide in 10 languages, free WiFi, and a 24-hour discount booklet. Plan to stay aboard for the full loop if you have limited time.

“No activity. It was so boring that one fell asleep”

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Ljubljana and Bled Lake - Small Group - Day Tour from Zagreb - Ljubljana’s bridges, squares, and cathedral
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Ljubljana and Bled Lake – Small Group – Day Tour from Zagreb

12.Ljubljana and Bled Lake – Small Group – Day Tour from Zagreb

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 675 reviews · 10 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $106

Travel from Zagreb to Slovenia in a small, Wi-Fi-equipped minivan with a guide such as Mario, Thomas, Andrea, or Dalia. Walk through Ljubljana, enjoy two hours of free time, then visit Lake Bled by traditional pletna boat and Bled Castle. Boat, castle, cathedral, lunch, and border documents are separate considerations.

“Wonderful experience with our tour guide, Mario. This tour was a good mix of some guided walking tours, along with Mario giving great input on the drive, and self-guided exploration in Ljubljana and Bled. I highly recommend anyone with a free day in Zagreb to take advantage of this day trip.”

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Zagreb: Plitvice with Ticket & Rastoke Tour for Max 8 people - Walking Plitvice Lakes for About 8.5 Kilometers
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Zagreb: Plitvice with Ticket & Rastoke Tour for Max 8 people

13.Plitvice with Ticket & Rastoke Tour for Max 8 people

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 606 reviews · 10 hours · from $66

Travel from Zagreb in a comfortable minivan for a 10-hour small-group day out to Rastoke and Plitvice Lakes. With up to eight people, a guide such as Bojan or Matija, park entry, boat ride, and shuttle included, you get an easy route through Croatia’s most famous waterfalls.

“A wonderful day with Matja, our friendly guide, who was professional and extremely kind throughout the tour. The location was stunning. Our skilled guide took us on a tour of about 10 km to discover the beautiful lakes, including some exciting boat rides. certainly one of the most beautiful, if not the most beautiful, naturalistic excursions I've ever experienced. Congratulations.”

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From Zagreb: Rastoke and Plitvice lakes Guided Day Trip - Meeting in central Zagreb
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From Zagreb: Rastoke and Plitvice lakes Guided Day Trip

14.Rastoke and Plitvice lakes Guided Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 544 reviews · 10 hours · from $46

Travel from Zagreb to Rastoke and Plitvice Lakes in an air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking guide. See 17th-century watermills, walk about 8.5 kilometers through the park, and use its boat and train when operating. Guides such as Marko, Marin, and Saša add history, humor, and practical help throughout the long day.

“Our trip was amazing! we loved visiting the small village and even more the lakes and waterfalls. Our guide Marko explained everything in details and answered our questions whilst keeping us all safe.”

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Zagreb: Nikola Tesla Technical Museum Ticket - The underground mine changes the pace
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Zagreb: Nikola Tesla Technical Museum Ticket

15.Nikola Tesla Technical Museum Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 520 reviews · 1 day · from $8

Spend a day exploring Zagreb’s Nikola Tesla Technical Museum, from the underground mine and old aircraft to turbines, vehicles, renewable energy, and Tesla’s dramatic electrical experiments. Arrive at 3:00 PM Tuesday to Friday or 11:00 AM on weekends for the free mine tour and Tesla demonstration, sometimes led by guides such as Eva or Tonka.

“Definitely one of the best museums I've ever visited. Very vaste and diverse topics and exhibitions. Highly recommended!!”

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