Maksimir Park

Itinerary · Zagreb, Croatia

Zagreb with children

A day the whole family will enjoy: trains and inventions, a zoo in a park, a funicular ride, chocolate and illusions.

A full day · trams and short walks

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  1. 9:30

    1Technical Museum Nikola Tesla

    Trnje·Science museum

    Engines, aeroplanes, a mine and a planetarium.

  2. 12:00

    2Kavkaz

    Lower Town·Grand café

    Lunch break on the square.

  3. 13:30

    3Lotrščak Tower & the funicular

    Upper Town·Tower & funicular

    The tiny funicular up to the Upper Town.

  4. 14:00

    4Croatian Natural History Museum

    Upper Town·Museum

    Minerals, fossils and wildlife.

  5. 15:30

    5Kraš choco&café

    City Centre·Chocolate

    Croatian chocolate on the main square.

  6. 16:30

    6Zagreb Zoo

    Maksimir·Zoo

    Animals in Maksimir Park.

  7. 18:00

    7Maksimir Park

    Maksimir·Park

    Run around the lakes and woods.

Young children ride ZET trams free; carry a snack, as many museums have no café.

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