Croatia: Zagreb and Split
Embark on an unforgettable journey through Croatia as you discover the historic charm of Zagreb's Upper Town and bask in the sun-kissed coastal beauty of Split's Diocletian's Palace. Begin in Zagreb's Upper Town, where cobbled streets wind their way past stunning Gothic and Baroque architecture, offering a glimpse into the city's rich history.
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Embark on an unforgettable journey through Croatia as you discover the historic charm of Zagreb's Upper Town and bask in the sun-kissed coastal beauty of Split's Diocletian's Palace. Begin in Zagreb's Upper Town, where cobbled streets wind their way past stunning Gothic and Baroque architecture, offering a glimpse into the city's rich history. In Split, immerse yourself in the captivating embrace of Diocletian's Palace, an ancient Roman residence that has transformed into a vibrant hub of shops, cafes, and culture, all nestled against the glistening Adriatic backdrop. Don't miss the chance to savour Croatia's culinary delights, from fresh seafood by the coast to hearty traditional dishes in cozy inland taverns. Waterviews strives to offer accommodation options within walking distance of water and/or in an area of touristic interest. Our prices include taxes (but excludes local tourist taxes). Customize your trip to your personal preferences with optional activities (hit the “Add Activities’’) or change hotels, etc. Contact us for customization at no extra cost at: Service@waterviewstravel.com
Destinations
- Zagreb
- Split
Itinerary
Zagreb
Croatia's vibrant capital is a bustling hub of history and culture, attracting flocks of crowds who come to marvel at its stunning architecture and enjoy its lively atmosphere. The city’s Upper Town is a picturesque sight of medieval cobbled streets that are filled with ancient churches, charming cafes and quaint bars, and the lower district is Zagreb’s buzzing centre where sprawling squares and wide boulevards house excellent shops, world-class museums and an impressive collection of 18th and 19th century Austro-Hungarian buildings.
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Croatia's vibrant capital is a bustling hub of history and culture, attracting flocks of crowds who come to marvel at its stunning architecture and enjoy its lively atmosphere. The city’s Upper Town is a picturesque sight of medieval cobbled streets that are filled with ancient churches, charming cafes and quaint bars, and the lower district is Zagreb’s buzzing centre where sprawling squares and wide boulevards house excellent shops, world-class museums and an impressive collection of 18th and 19th century Austro-Hungarian buildings.
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Zagreb is a vibrant city of around 800,000 people (metropolitan area: 1,200,000). The city boasts a charming medieval 'old city' with architecture and cobbled streets reminiscent of Vienna, Budapest, Prague and other Central-European capitals. In 2017 it was visited by over a million tourists, mainly from Austria, Germany and Italy. Zagreb is also well known for its Advent festival, which occurs from December to early January, boasting vibrant nightlife and extra events not available in other parts of the year.
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Other information points are located at the airport, bus station, railway station and at the Lotrščak Tower.
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Split
The coastal city of Split is one of Croatia's finest, known as a holiday hotspot due to its picturesque Old Town, vibrant atmosphere and sun-soaked climate. Marvel at the vast Roman Diocletian's Palace and the ancient Saint Domnius Cathedral, admire the sculptures in the Mestrovic Gallery, stroll along the palm-lined promenade and enjoy the countless restaurants, cafes and bars that bustle with locals and visitors until the early hours. The city is also the gateway to some of the country's most scenic islands and boasts some excellent beaches.
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The coastal city of Split is one of Croatia's finest, known as a holiday hotspot due to its picturesque Old Town, vibrant atmosphere and sun-soaked climate. Marvel at the vast Roman Diocletian's Palace and the ancient Saint Domnius Cathedral, admire the sculptures in the Mestrovic Gallery, stroll along the palm-lined promenade and enjoy the countless restaurants, cafes and bars that bustle with locals and visitors until the early hours. The city is also the gateway to some of the country's most scenic islands and boasts some excellent beaches.
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Because of its ideal climate, with 2,800 hours of sunlight each year, local people have a few nicknames for Split: "The most beautiful city in the world" and "Mediterranean flower". Many famous Croatian sports people were born in Split, so locals often nicknamed their city "The sportiest city in the world". The most popular sport institution is the football club Hajduk. Large portions of the city are painted with the club's colors and logo. This is done by Torcida, the oldest supporters group in Europe, established in 1950.
Besides the bell tower of St. Duje, the symbols of city are the Dalmatian dog and a donkey. Locals have a high regard for the donkey because of its past indispensable place in field work and transport across the Dalmatian mountains.
Winters in Split are generally mild, with temperatures above 0°C, but despite the popular saying that the city experiences snowfall once every 30 years, there is actually at least one snowy day nearly every winter, usually in January or early February. If you find yourself in Split on a day with significant snowfall, expect serious traffic disruption.
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