Guided tour

Zagreb: 2.5-Hour Croatian Homeland War Tour

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Guided tour
Zagreb: 2.5-Hour Croatian Homeland War Tour
Top rated
4.9  / 5751 reviews

Walk through the fall of Communist Yugoslavia and the Croatian fight for independence in the Homeland War on a guided tour. See the underground tunnels and the basement used as a shelter in the ’90s.

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Duration 2.5 hours
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Live tour guide
Spanish, English

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Elizabeth – United Kingdom

Amazing. In depth. Completely heart felt. Would recommend for anyone interested in learning more about the history of Croatia. Didn’t get the chance to take many pictures because I was so indulged in the content. Completely eye opening.

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Andrea – Germany

Diana ist very competent and eloquent - it was a pleasure to learn so much about slavic history

Experience

Highlights

  • Visit the WW2 underground tunnels (not included during events in the tunnels)
  • Learn more about the life during the communist era in Zagreb
  • Learn more about the fall of Yugoslavia and turbulent years of Croatian history
  • See the authentic basement used as a shelter during the air raids on Zagreb

Full description

Discover how it was to live in Zagreb during the turbulent years of its recent history on this walking tour with a local guide. Get a closer look at the Croatian Homeland War as you visit sights such as a basement used as a shelter during air raids. First, visit the World War II underground tunnels presenting the history of Croatia and Zagreb through the 20th century including World War II, almost 50 years of communist Yugoslavia, and the fall of communism in Croatia through the Homeland War. The tour finishes in the basement used by locals as a shelter during the air raids on Zagreb. Learn about the details of the Homeland War presented through a video presentation.

Includes

  • Walking tour with a local guide
  • Croatian Homeland War multimedia presentation
  • Visit to the basement used as a shelter in the 90s
  • Visit to the WWII tunnel
  • Gratuities (optional)

Not suitable for

  • Wheelchair users
  • People with mobility impairments

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Meeting point

In front of the horse statue at Ban Jelacic Square (main square)

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Important information

Not allowed

  • Pets
  • Luggage or large bags
  • Unaccompanied minors

Know before you go

  • Confirmation will be received at the time of booking
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult.

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Overall rating

4.9 /5

based on 751 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.9/5
  • Value for money
    4.7/5

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Elizabeth – United KingdomMarch 1, 2025 – Verified booking
Amazing. In depth. Completely heart felt. Would recommend for anyone interested in learning more about the history of Croatia. Didn’t get the chance to take many pictures because I was so indulged in the content. Completely eye opening.
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Andrea – GermanyFebruary 22, 2025 – Verified booking
Diana ist very competent and eloquent - it was a pleasure to learn so much about slavic history
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Michael – IrelandFebruary 8, 2025 – Verified booking
Tour guide Ivana was very knowledgeable and a great story teller.

Product ID: 107719

Activity provider:Free Spirit Tours

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