Zagreb

Where to shoot

• St. Mark's Church — photograph the iconic red, white, and blue tiled heraldic roof in St. Mark's Square.
• Lotrščak Tower & Grič Cannon — watch the noon cannon blast and climb the tower stairs for panoramic rooftop vistas.
• Tkalčićeva Street — stroll the vibrant pedestrian artery filled with outdoor terrace bars, cafes, and local dining.
• Dolac Farmers Market — sample fresh produce, cured meats, and local cheeses beneath bright red umbrellas.
• The Green Horseshoe (Lenuci's Horseshoe) — an elegant U-shaped network of eight leafy parks and historic pavilions in Lower Town.
• St. Mark's Church — a medieval church with a famously colorful tiled roof in the Upper Town
• Zagreb Cathedral — the twin-spired Gothic cathedral that dominates the Kaptol skyline
• Lotrščak Tower — a hilltop tower and viewpoint reached by the short, steep funicular
• Dolac Market — an open-air produce market beneath red parasols just off the main square

When to go

May to June or September to October, when temperatures are pleasant for walking and outdoor terraces are bustling. December brings Zagreb's award-winning Advent Christmas Market with fairy lights and open-air ice rinks.

What to eat

Štrukli (tender baked or boiled pastry parcels layered with fresh cottage cheese and clotted sour cream), Zagreb schnitzel (veal stuffed with ham and melted cheese), and local craft beer.

Where to stay

Stay within walking distance of Ban Jelačić Square or along the Lower Town park horseshoe for effortless access to both the Upper Town funicular, museums, and evening dining.