Maay 10, 2022 - The Sting Zagreb Arena concert will take place on October 31, 2022!

Cherrytree Music Company, Live Nation, and Charm Music are pleased to announce the recently postponed Sting concert on October 31, 2022, at the Zagreb Arena. Sting was supposed to perform at the Zagreb Arena on March 21, as part of his acclaimed 'My Songs' tour, where he performs his favorite songs written during the famous career of this 17-time Grammy Award winner, both with The Police and as a solo artist. 

Hailed as a “masterful performance from start to finish,” the concert “takes fans on a musical journey through time,” with hits like “Fields of Gold,” “Shape of My Heart,” “Roxanne,” and “Demolition Man” and makes one an unforgettable event. Of course, fans can also expect "Englishman In New York,” “Every Breath You Take,” “Message In A Bottle,” and many of Sting’s other big hits.

After a sold-out six-day residency at London’s Palladium, The Times declared My Songs “masterclass”; "Sting remains undoubtedly a skilled performer with a golden catalog of songs." The Telegraph described the concert as a "rare treat," and The Guardian praised Sting as "almost flawless" with "sublime pop alchemy." A special guest and frontman for Sting will be his son, musician Joe Sumner.

Late last year, Sting released the acclaimed album The Bridge, which presents different stages and styles from his unrivaled career and draws inspiration from rock'n'roll, jazz, classical music, and folk. Written and recorded in the year of the global pandemic, this new collection of poems reveals Sting’s reflections on personal loss, separation, lockdown, and extraordinary social and political turmoil.

Tickets are on sale through Eventim.hr and at Eventim sales points. Tickets for the previously scheduled performance will also be valid for the new event date. Ticket returns are possible until June 9, 2022.

Ticket prices for the following categories are: stand I 550 kn, stand II 360 kn, stand down I 560 kn, stand down II 390 kn, stand down III 320 kn, VIP box 830 kn, front rows 830 kn.

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May 9, 2022 - Mirela Čavajda, a 39-year-old pregnant woman who requested an abortion in the 26th week of pregnancy after the fetus was diagnosed with a malignant brain tumor, had her request rejected by three hospitals in Zagreb. Donations from 1,472 citizens and 16 legal entities will cover Mirela's medical procedure that will take place in Slovenia.

The case of Mirela Čavajda, a 39-year-old pregnant woman whose request to have an abortion in the 26th week of pregnancy after the fetus was diagnosed with a malignant brain tumor was rejected by three hospitals in Zagreb, has caused great outrage in the country, with demands for the reproductive rights and health rights of Croatian women to be respected.

The medical procedure will finally be possible for Mirela in Slovenia, whose costs will be covered thanks to donations from 1,472 citizens and 16 legal entities, who donated 220,687 kuna and 37 lipa through the SOLIDARNA foundation, and with the cooperation of CESI, RODA, and PaRiter, reports Index.hr. The cost of the medical procedure in Slovenia is 5,000 euros.

"1472 citizens and 16 legal entities expressed their support for Mirela. Thank you all for the solidarity shown to our fellow citizen in these difficult times! Thank you for proving that when the state turns its back on one of us, we can count on each other! The necessary funds will be directed immediately to Mirela, and the surplus will be used to help women cover the costs of all forms of health care. Because access to health care is not and should not be a worldview issue," the RODA association wrote.

Members of the RODA Association invited citizens to join them at a rally in support of Mirela on Thursday, May 12 at 6 pm at Ban Jelačić Square in Zagreb. More information can be found at the official Facebook event.

"Join us and loudly say ENOUGH of political games at the expense of women's health," the Roda association wrote.

The decision that Mirela Čavajda was not entitled to the termination of her pregnancy, even if the law allows it when there are medical indications that can be expected to "give birth to a child with severe congenital physical or mental disabilities" at the level I, was made mainly by female doctors, and that without a word of explanation for Mirela, reports Jutarnji List.

In the same way, in the same tone in which Mirela Čavajda withheld information about her rights and possibilities when she faced a difficult diagnosis in high pregnancy and sent her to Slovenia, three Zagreb hospitals rejected her request to terminate the pregnancy: without any arguments. It is also interesting that in different hospitals her request was decided by differently appointed bodies under different bureaucratic names, although the law states that the request is decided by a commission.

The first-degree commission for the free decision-making on the birth of children at the Merkur Clinical Hospital, where the pregnant woman, according to her own words, had a feeling that she was being persuaded to give birth when they denied her request.

The three-member Commission consisting of Željko Duić, Dorothea Pavan Jukić, and Biserka Matok Glavaš, rejected the pregnant woman's request as follows:

''The subject request for termination of pregnancy is not approved and the pregnant woman is referred to the second-degree Commission of KBC Zagreb, which decides on the complaint against the first-degree Commission''.

In KBC Sestre milosrdnice, Vesna Gail, Ivan Brlečić, and Blaženka Sumpor were even more stingy: "Based on the insight into the conducted diagnostic tests, it is not possible to determine the definitive diagnosis with certainty and the request is rejected."

The Clinic for Women's Diseases and Obstetrics in Petrova, consisting of Vesna Elveđa Gašparović, Marina Ivanišević, and Đurđica Zlodi, is somewhat more eloquent.

They determine that "by reviewing the submitted documentation, all previous medical procedures: perinatal ultrasound and magnetic resonance imaging of the fetal head indicate the development of a tumor in the brain, verification of which requires postnatal medical diagnosis and pathohistological diagnosis. The first-degree commission concluded that it could not approve a premature birth."

Unlike the first two mentioned hospitals, the clinic in Petrova has not forgotten its legal obligation to teach the patient about the possible legal recourse and informed her that she can file a complaint to the second-degree Commission within three days.

For more, check out our lifestyle section.

ZAGREB, 9 May 2022 - The average net pay paid by legal entities in Zagreb in February 2022 amounted to HRK 8,640 (€1,146), an increase of 4% from February 2021.

Compared to the monthly national average, which amounted to HRK 7,452, the average take-home pay in Zagreb was HRK 1,188 (€157) higher.

The highest monthly net salary in legal entities in February was paid in the pharmaceutical industry, amounting to HRK 15,243, and the lowest in the leather industry, in the amount of HRK 4,994, the city's strategic planning and development department has reported.

The average gross salary in Zagreb in February was HRK 12,312, up 6.5% from February 2021.

For more, make sure to check out our lifestyle section.

May 9, 2022 - The latest flight news to Croatia as FlyDubai Zagreb flights are boosted to five times a week in June, and the seasonal Dubrovnik line begins on June 23!

FlyDubai, a low-cost airline from the United Arab Emirates, currently operates a scheduled flight between Dubai and Zagreb, and a seasonal flight between Dubai and Dubrovnik will be introduced at the end of June, reports Croatian Aviation. 

FlyDubai has been operating regularly to Zagreb for several months now, while flights have been announced and canceled several times in the last two years. The partner company, Emirates, which operated on this line until 2019, canceled this route after the pandemic broke out due to low demand, and instead transferred it to a low-cost carrier.

Regular flights between Dubai and Zagreb are available 4 times a week, every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. The weekly rotations will be boosted from the end of June when the line should operate on Sundays as well. FlyDubai plans to maintain this number of weekly rotations until the beginning of September.

The seasonal line between Dubai and Dubrovnik will be in traffic again from June 23, three times a week, every Thursday, Friday, and Sunday until mid-September. The line will stop traffic in early October.

On both routes to Croatia, B737 MAX8 aircraft have been announced, which in the fleet of this airline have a capacity of 166 seats (10 in business and 156 in economy class).

From June to the end of the summer flight schedule, FlyDubai offers 32,204 seats between Dubai and Zagreb, and 13,944 seats between Dubai and Dubrovnik, for a total of 46,148 to and from these two Croatian airports.

FlyDubai has a code-share agreement with Emirates so it is possible to continue the journey via Dubai with this well-known airline to a number of destinations in Africa, Asia, Australia, and New Zealand.

For more on flights to Croatia and other travel announcements, make sure to check out our dedicated travel section.

May 8, 2022 - The upcoming edition of the ATP Challenger Zagreb Open is held from May 8 to 14 on the grounds of TC Maksimir.

The ATP Challenger Zagreb Open is the only and largest men's international professional tennis tournament held in the city of Zagreb, and 64 tennis players from more than 40 countries will compete for a prize fund of $52,080. Croatian tennis players will also take part in the tournament, including Borna Gojo, Nino Serdarušić, Mili Poljičak, and Dino Prižmić.

“We are extremely pleased to welcome the new edition of the ATP Challenger Zagreb Open. From the sound names, we can single out the best Bosnian tennis player Damir Džumhur. In addition, we are extremely pleased with the large number of Croatian players who will play in the tournament," said the tournament director Goran Belošević. This year's tournament is back in full glory, and not only will it be open to spectators, but admission to tennis matches will be completely free.

"This tournament is a great opportunity for the development of us players, and I hope to play my best tennis. Furthermore, this is a great opportunity to win new points. I hope for a good week because participating in the Zagreb Open means a lot to us tennis players, and I am looking forward to the start of the tournament," said Borna Gojo. The ATP Challenger Zagreb Open is part of the Croatian Tennis Pro Tournaments series. This series is part of the initiative of the Croatian Tennis Federation, which seeks to enable Croatia's young tennis players to collect points and experience on home courts, all before the start of Roland Garros.

“The Croatian Tennis Federation has launched a series of Croatian Tennis Pro Tournaments, which is how we tried to bring as many professional tournaments as possible to Croatia. The ATP Challenger Zagreb Open is a great springboard for our young players who have the opportunity to play in a tournament like this at home. We are thrilled that we can help young players who are just climbing the ladder, and it is a great advantage because they will play in front of the home crowd," said the Executive Director of the Croatian Tennis Federation, Vladimir Jovanoski.

"Congratulations to the organizer, and thank you very much for the opportunity to enjoy top tennis. I invite all sports and tennis fans to come to TC Maksimir, and I wish our players a lot of success in the tournament," said the assistant head of the City Office for Education, Sports, and Youth, Milan Pavelic.

The Zagreb Ladies Open was held the week before, and the return of the men's ATP Challenger will confirm Zagreb's place on the world tennis map this spring. The tournament is supported by the Ministry of Tourism and Sports, Croatian Tennis Federation, and the City of Zagreb, which are partners in this tournament.

Source: HTS

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May 2, 2022 - After two long years, Summer in Zagreb is back! A taster of the culture, concerts and festivals that await. 

The sun is shining, all COVID restrictions have been lifted, and another glorious summer in Zagreb is almost upon us. Unlike the last two difficult years of cancellations due to coronavirus, Summer in Zagreb 2022 looks like it will be a return to the good old carefree days of life before the pandemic. And there is certainly plenty to celebrate and enjoy. 

It was only after I moved to Zagreb last year that I realised what a vibrant little city it has become in the last few years. Headline events such as Advent in Zagreb seem to attract most of the tourism headlines, but there are plenty of things happening all through the year. Yesterday, for example, the iconic streets of Ilica was tramless, as Zagreb's most famous street gave way to the annual Ilica Q'Art Project, an excellent family day out. 

(Photo credit: Boska i Kreso)

That is one of the things I have come to appreciate about living in the capital over the last year - there is always SOMETHING going on, and this summer will be no different. While many understandably will be heading for some beach time on the Adriatic, there is plenty happening to entertain those who want to explore one of Europe's most vibrant and up-and-coming destinations. 

Zagreb has been developing its tourism brand over the last few years, placing art and culture as a cornerstone of the city's tourism offer. And fans of culture, concerts and festivals will have plenty to choose from this summer. 

Music fans will be delighted to see the return of the iconic INMusic Festival after a 2-year absence. The 15th edition of the city's premier music festival will take place from June 20 - 23, with this year's headline acts including The Killers, Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds, and Deftones.  If you can't make it to INMusic, there is still plenty of opportunity to catch some of the world's biggest music acts in the Croatian capital. Choose from Iron Maiden (22.05), Dream Theater (27.05), Placebo (27.06), Simple Minds (30.06), Whitesnake (02.07), Kiss (09.07), and the Pixies (27.08). All this before The Cure come to visit in October. For something a little gentler to the ear, make a date in the diary for Zagreb Soloists: Sounds of Oktogon on May 15. 

INMusic is not the only music festival with a long tradition. Last year, one of Zagreb's most famous club programs, Future Scope, marked its 20th anniversary, and this year it is celebrating in style - a three-day festival on Lake Jarun, which will take place on four stylistically different but quality complementary stages. This round birthday is celebrated from 13 to 15 May on the Jarun Island of Croatian Youth. The protagonists of the celebration are some of the most famous local and world musicians.

Not all music festivals need to have a long history to be excellent entertainment, and LMF (Let the Music be Free) Festival is an excellent example of this. This unique festival experience on Jarun lake will see it transformed from June 3-5 into a big stage with worldwide and regional DJs!

Electonic music fans will be able to dance the evening away under the stars on Jarun 10 days later on June 15, as the We Love Sound Open Air Festival returns for its 5th edition. Some of the biggest names in electronic music will share three stages on the edge of Jarun for an unforgettable night of electronic music madness. 

But if you are looking to party with a view, May 21 and June 18 are dates for you, as BSH Medvedgrad nights host perhaps the finest dance nights with a view in the city. The iconic Medvedgrad Fortress, high above the city is the location for an unforgettable atmospheric dance night in an unbeatable location.  

One of the many gourmet innovations in the city in recent years has revolved around the craft beer scene, and Zagreb and Croatia have seen an explosion of craft beer breweries and bars. There is no better place to sample the best of the best than at the annual Zagreb Beer Fest, which runs this year from May 19-22. 

With its numerous parks, Zagreb is known as one of the greenest capitals in Europe, and so perhaps it is no surprise that it is also home to the largest green festival in the region. From June 2-5 Tvornica and Rougemarin Park will host over 60 foreign and domestic speakers, where sustainable topics will be discussed at the Greencajt Festival and green changes encouraged through various content - panel discussions, lectures, workshops, an exhibition of electric cars.

Summer in Zagreb is also paradise for theatre lovers, and there are various themed theatre events, adding an extra cultural dimension to the summer season. These include Summer Evenings of the Croatian National Theatre from June to September, Exit Theatre Summer Evenings from June to August, and Days of the Gavran Theatre in June. 

(Photo credit: Boska i Kreso)

But Zagreb is above all, a very walkable city, and the city has worked hard to provide entertainment of all kinds seemingly on every street corner. One such addition last year was the Mali (Little) Zagreb art project, as we reported previously. Look out (and this is a great one for the kids) for tiny compositions which resemble the facades of Zagreb´s residential buildings and the windows of the once typical Zagreb businesses and craft shops. Little Zagreb is just about to open for the season and will be on show until September. 

(Photo credit M. Mihaljevic)

Some of the quaintest and less discovered parts of the city are undoubtedly the courtyards of the numerous historic buildings. Areas, perhaps, where tourists do not normally roam, but there is so much Zagreb magic to explore. In order to encourage this, the Zagreb Courtyards project was started in 2014, opening up these unique spaces with various events, decorations and exhibitions (take a peak at last year's TCN report). You can follow what is happening this year on the official Facebook page. 

(Photo credit S. Kastelan)

Perhaps the real essence of Summer in Zagreb is encapsulated in the most-loved Summer on Stross, which brings together the magic of the city in a unique way.  The emphasis is firmly on socialising outdoors, while celebrating culture in its many formats. Carefully created musical programme, art installations integrated into space, somewhat nostalgic atmosphere of the open-air cinema, painters and their canvases and a glass of excellent wine...

Ah, Summer in Zagreb, why would you spend it anywhere else? 

To learn more about the Croatian capital, check out the TC Zagreb in a Page guide. 

May the 2nd, 2022 - The Croatian capital city of Zagreb is aiming to withdrawn the maximum amount of European Union (EU) cash possible in order to complete all of its planned projects.

As Poslovni Dnevnik writes, the City of Zagreb is among 100 European Union cities and partner countries that will participate in the so-called ''mission of EU cities'', which aims to reduce the carbon footprint being caused in them to an absolute minimum by the year 2030, for which the European Union will allocate 350 million euros from the Horizon Europe programme. According to the European Commission (EC), 75 percent of EU citizens currently live in urban areas.

These areas account for more than 65 percent of the world's energy consumption, and thus more than 70 percent of its CO2 emissions. It is therefore important that cities such as Zagreb be ecosystems for experimentation and innovation to help everyone else in their transition become entirely climate-neutral by 2050. The European Commission will invite 100 selected cities, including Zagreb, to draw up climate agreements, which will include a general plan to achieve climate neutrality across all sectors.

Zorislav Antun Petrovic, President of the Environment Committee of the Zagreb City Assembly, claims that Zagreb is fully ready for the energy transition.

"A few months ago, we presented precisely how we see the green transition of Zagreb to the Committee. The focus is being placed on renewable energy sources, first of all numerous solar power plants on public buildings, and then on private ones, ecological transport, the energy efficiency of lighting - where a lot has already been carried out.

There is also green integrated planning, a centralised heating system, geothermal energy, an energy efficient block reconstruction of the city following the aftermath of the 2020 earthquake, sustainable social housing, a sustainable urban mobility and ZET as a green energy transit on the list, too,'' explained Petrovic, adding hat he is more than sure that Zagreb will be able to withdraw the maximum amount of funds for its planned projects from this EU project as well.

For more, make sure to check out our dedicated politics section.

April 29, 2022 - This morning, the citizens of the Croatian capital found themselves in an unpleasant situation at one of the busiest intersections in Zagreb. A pipe burst and flooded the junction between Kneza Branimira and Marin Držić avenues, leaving several tram lines inoperative and causing heavy traffic congestion at rush hour.

According to the Zagreb Holding, the pipeline on Marin Držić Avenue burst, and traffic was temporarily closed on Strojarska Street and at the intersection of Kneza Branimira Street and Marin Držić Avenue in the south direction, reports Index.hr. 

One of the busiest intersections in Zagreb was completely underwater this morning. Water also accumulated between Strojarska and Držićeva avenues. Trams running along Marin Držić Avenue were temporarily stopped while work is carried out to remedy the flooding. Zagreb citizens had to walk to other tram stops to continue their journeys.

Due to a large amount of water, the police are currently monitoring the passage from Branimirova to Strojarska and from Branimirova to Držićevo in the south direction, in the direction of the Bus Station. In addition to the traffic congestion caused by the flood, taking into account the rush hour, some buses took a long time to arrive at their respective arrival times at the bus station.

For now, it is still possible to pass Držićeva towards the north, from the bus station towards Branimirova.

Tram timetable changes

Due to works on the affected water supply network, trams of lines 2, 5, 6, 7 and 8 run on changed routes. Trams of line 2 run Savska - Vukovarska - Savišće; trams of line 5 Prečko- Savska - Branimirova - Šubićeva - Kvaternikov trg - Dubrava; trams of line 6 Črnomerec - Main station - Branimirova - Šubićeva - Kvaternikov trg; trams of line 7 Dubec - Šubićeva- Branica - Main station - Savska - Savski most; while the trams of line 8 will run Mihaljevac - Draškovićeva - Branimirova - Šubićeva - Maksimir.

An extraordinary bus line Zaprudje - Vukovarska has been introduced.

For more, check out our lifestyle section.

28 April 2022 - Many people associate Croatian tourism with its famous coastline and sunny beaches. But the nation’s capital is an underrated gem. Here, I show you the best way to visit Zagreb in 24 hours. 

Zagreb is the capital and the largest city of Croatia, with a rich history dating back to Roman times. Described by locals as a "big town disguised as a small city", Zagreb is a mix of Western Balkan and central European culture with laid-back, youth-led rhythm. Walking down the promenades, visiting the outdoor market, and drinking coffee in its vibrant settings, this 24-hour itinerary will have you feeling like a local in no time. From historic locations to museums to a bar crawl, everything covered is within the centre of Zagreb, at most a short tram ride away.

10.00 a.m-13.00 p.m.

Get a good start to the day by walking around the centre of Zagreb, where you’re going to want to pass through some of the iconic walking spots like Tkalčićeva street, where you can also stop for a quick coffee or drink at one of its many open cafes.

Image: Jorge Franganillo/Flickr

If you find yourself hungry right away, stop for breakfast or brunch at the nearby Otto & Frank. Definitely go for their signature dish, the Zagreb Breakfast - Zagreb’s answer to a traditional breakfast dish complete with toasted bread, cottage cheese, and crispy poached eggs. Their menu contains other brunch staples from oatmeal to French toast, many of which are veggie. 

Image: @otto_frank_bar/Instagram

Alternatively, go for a coffee at Mala Kavana, a coffee shop/brunch place overlooking the Josip Jelačić main square. Zagreb is home to its own coffee culture - sitting at a vibrant open space with a strong coffee and a friend is part of the ZG lifestyle. And for this packed day, I have planned for you, you're gonna want to fuel up on caffeine.

Image: Mala Kavana/Facebook

And if you prefer to eat on the go, quickly grab a pastry from one of Zagreb’s bakery chains such as Dubravica or Dinara - the nearest in the centre being in Dolac, from which you may detour towards the end of Tkalčićeva. An iconic place of Zagreb culture, the open-air farmer’s market is where traders from all over Croatia sell their locally grown produce, from fresh fruit and vegetables to different types of cheese. The market also has a butchery and fish market, in addition to pasta vendors, gift shops, and flower stalls. 

Image: Jerome Rondeau/Flickr

13.00-15.00 p.m.

You definitely will want to hit one of Zagreb’s museums, whether it’s one of the art galleries like Klovićevi dvori, or the more one of a kind ones, like the Museum of Naive Art, the Museum of Broken Relationships, or the Zagreb 80s Museum, all within walking distance of the upper town. Or, the quirky Museum of Illusions in Ilica or the Chocolate Museum in Varšavska street (near the Cvjetni square). The appeal of Zagreb museums is not only its diverse range and creative design, but also its prices and accessibility. Tickets can be bought upon entry, and are usually at an average price of 50kn per adult.

Image: muzejiluzija.com 

15.00-17.00 p.m.

From the upper town, head from one of the former museums to some of Zagreb’s historic landmarks, from St. Mark’s Church, to the Strossmayer Promenade, the idyllic walking space of the Zagreb upper town complete with a panoramic view of the city, and the location of the historic Grič cannon and the world’s shortest funicular - Zagreb’s first and oldest means of public transport. Connecting Strossmayer to Tomićeva street, this short and sometimes even deemed "pointless" ride is nonetheless a must when visiting Zagreb. If heading out from the Museum of Illusions or Chocolate Museum, take the funicular upwards from Tomićeva to Strossmayer.

Image: inavukic

But regardless of which route you take, by now you'll want a break from all that walking, and what better way to do so than to stop for some sweet delicacies. Right beside the funicular end at Tomićeva is Vincek, the famous Zagreb cake shop, or rather its small outdoor branch known as Vis a Vis. Their kremšnita (cream pie) is a Zagreb favourite, and definitely one to savour in the outdoor setting, next to the carrot cake or triple chocolate brownie. What’s more, all their pastries are gluten-free, meaning those with allergies do not have to miss out.

Image: Gilbertt G/Tripadvisor

18.00-20.00 p.m
As the sun sets, head down to Zrinjevac park, a popular hanging spot to just sit in the grass and enjoy the atmosphere. Stop at the nearby Studenac grocery shop for some drinks or snacks, and chill out in the park. If there is an event happening, such as Cest is dBest or the Food and Film Festival, enjoy the music, performances, food and drink, and souvenirs. 

Image: e r g a s/Flickr

Otherwise, just use the hours to rest and take in the scenes. Walk around the park and go into the other nearby ones like the Josip Juraj Strossmayer park or the one at Kralj Tomislav square.

20.00-23.00 p.m.

If you're after a night out at the club, know that the Croatian way is to go in late hours. Which leaves plenty of time for a bar crawl to get your energy going for a long night ahead! Zagreb has a rich nightlife scene that has only continued to grow in recent years, and no matter what you're into, there is something for everyone. On the main square you have the popular bar and club Johann Franck. Going in towards Bogovićeva street, there’s Bulldog, and in Ilica, the stunning Swanky Monkey Garden, with its chill garden terrace vibe and excellent cocktails. And in the summer, head on further down to Tuskanac for the Pop Up Summer garden. For more info on what to do in Zagreb during the summer season, check out our guide covering festivals and other events in Zagreb that are either cheap or totally free.

Image: ​​Swanky Monkey Garden/Facebook

Now, if you identify more with counterculture, a bar crawl of Zagreb’s range of alternative pubs is the way to go. Starting on Preradovićeva street, you have Alcatraz, the bar/nightclub that has earned itself a cult following thanks to its regular lineup of cheap drinks and rock tunes.

Image Credit: Neven Vukovic/CityPal

Nearby there’s Rock star, fully adorned on every wall with rock memorabilia, and just 9 minutes away is The Beertija, the rock-themed outdoor beer garden and nightclub with its long menu list of top-quality beers. 

23.00 p.m-early hours
Now that it's time to hit the clubs, there’s the trendy Opera on Petrinjska, known as one of Zagreb’s top clubs with the best events and party atmosphere, attracting large numbers of visitiors in the spacious interior from late night till the early morning hours. 

Image: Pjerino B/Tripadvisor

For those following the alternative bar crawl, there’s Vintage Industrial at Savska (easily go there from i.e. the Beertija, via the 4 or 17 tram), or for the younger crowd, Močvara at Trnjanski nasip (slightly further away and best reached via the bus).

Image: mochvara.hr

6.00-9.00 a.m.
If you’ve finished a long night out or just want to get a quick coffee before wrapping up the day, you can always head back to the main square and stop back at Mala Kavana, or grab a slice of pizza at Fries Factory - the latter being a classic post-night out snack stop. 

And there you have it, the best 24 hours spent in Zagreb, hopefully showing just how much the small capital has to offer - not just its history and culture, but also its people and way of living.

For more on travel in Croatia, follow TCN's dedicated page.

April 28, 2022 - The latest flight news to Croatia as 23 Eurowings Croatia lines from Germany will run next month!

The German low-cost airline, Eurowings, a member of the Lufthansa Group, is resuming traffic on a number of seasonal routes to several Croatian airports in May this year. These are lines from Germany to Pula, Rijeka, Zadar, Split, and Dubrovnik, reports Croatian Aviation.

Eurowings is already present in Dubrovnik, Split, and Zagreb, and next month it will resume traffic to Pula, Rijeka, and Zadar. These are a significant number of routes that will have a smaller number of weekly flights to most airports, while increases are expected in June and July.

Lines to Pula:

Dusseldorf, from 07.05, once a week, on Saturdays, from 24.05., twice a week, additionally on Tuesdays,

Cologne, from 22.05, 2 times a week, Thursdays and Sundays.

Lines to Rijeka:

Dusseldorf, from 21.05, once a week, Saturdays,

Stuttgart, from 21.05, 2 times a week, Thursdays and Saturdays,

Berlin, from 22.05, 2 times a week, Thursdays and Sundays,

Hamburg, from 22.05, 2 times a week, Wednesdays and Sundays.

Lines to Zadar:

Berlin, from 21.05, once a week, Saturdays,

Cologne, from 21.05, once a week, Saturdays,

Dusseldorf, from 21.05, once a week, Saturdays,

Hamburg, from 21.05, once a week, Saturdays,

Stuttgart, from 22.05, once a week, on Sundays.

Lines to Split:

Dusseldorf, 6 times a week, except Tuesdays, from 23.05 on a daily basis,

Stuttgart, 5 times a week, except Mondays and Wednesdays,

Hamburg, 4 to 5 times a week, except Wednesdays and Fridays,

Cologne, 4 to 5 times a week, except Mondays and Wednesdays,

Dortmund, 2 times a week, Tuesdays and Saturdays.

Lines to Dubrovnik:

Berlin, from 01.05, once a week, on Sundays,

Dusseldorf, once a week, Saturday / Sunday,

Hamburg, from 08.05, once a week, Sundays,

Stuttgart, once a week, on Saturdays.

Lines to Zagreb:

Cologne, 6 times a week except for Saturday,

Dusseldorf, 3 times a week, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays,

Stuttgart, 5 times a week except for Tuesdays and Saturdays.

According to current announcements, Eurowings will have more than 50 weekly flights on 23 international routes to 6 Croatian airports in May. Although the number of rotations to Pula, Rijeka, Zadar, and Dubrovnik will be relatively small, which is expected at the beginning of operations, the airline plans to increase the number of flights in June, which will certainly depend on demand for all flights in the coming weeks.

Eurowings is planning A319 and A320 aircraft on the routes to Croatia, which have a capacity of 144 to 180 seats in the passenger cabin.

For more on flights to Croatia and other travel announcements, check out our dedicated travel section.