Private Day Trip to Croatian capital Zagreb inc. local guide

Explore Zagreb and learn about its history from medieval times to the Cold War on a day trip from Venice. Follow along and listen to fascinating stories from your local guide as you see historic sights like the Zagreb Cathedral and St. Mark's Church. Enjoy free time to explore the city on your own.

Begin your tour with a pickup at a designated time at your accommodation in Vienna. After a short introduction, continue with a drive through the Austrian and Slovenian countryside, with a coffee and breakfast break halfway to Zagreb. Be greeted upon arriving in Zagreb by your English-speaking local guide who will introduce you to the history of the Croatian capital including the most famous locations.

See Ban Jelacic Square, Upper Town, the medieval Stone Gate, the Gothic-style Zagreb Cathedral, St. Mark´s Church and square, and Zrinjevac Park. Ask about local legends and myths, and about hidden gold under Zagreb.

Learn about the merging of the two cities of Kaptol and Gradec into today's city of Zagreb, and the Turkish invasion of the town and its defense from Gric cannon which has turned into a modern tradition.

Spend free time to have lunch, shop, or visit one of the many centrally located museums or exhibitions in the area before enjoying a scenic drive back to your accommodation in Vienna.