Zagreb Private Walking Tour: Upper & Lower Town, Market Visit

Summary

Discover Zagreb’s Old Town, Markets & Local Life on Foot

You’ll get to know Zagreb’s real side—historic streets, lively markets, hidden corners—all with a local who knows every shortcut and story. Perfect if you want more than just postcard views.

4.86

(14 reviews)

What’s the experience like?

The first thing I noticed was the sound of trams rattling past as we met our guide near the yellow Croatian National Theatre. She waved us over with a big grin—turns out she grew up just a few blocks away. We started off in the Lower Town, weaving through wide boulevards lined with chestnut trees. There’s always someone selling roasted corn by the park gates if you’re peckish.

We wandered through Zrinjevac Park, where locals sat on benches sipping coffee from tiny paper cups. The air smelled faintly of linden trees—our guide said they bloom like crazy in late spring. From there, we headed uphill to the Upper Town. The cobblestone streets got steeper and quieter, and you could hear church bells echoing between old stone buildings.

Stopping at Dolac Market was a highlight for me. It’s busy but friendly—stalls piled high with strawberries (in June) and women selling homemade cheese under bright red umbrellas. Our guide explained how locals shop here every morning for fresh veggies and bread. We even tried a slice of warm burek from a bakery tucked behind the market stalls—messy but worth it.

The Zagreb Cathedral towers over everything nearby; its spires are hard to miss even when clouds roll in. Our guide pointed out some bullet marks on the walls—leftovers from past conflicts—and shared stories about how the city rebuilt itself over time.

By the end of our two hours, we’d covered both Upper and Lower Towns without feeling rushed. The pace was relaxed enough to snap photos or ask questions about anything—from tram tickets to where locals go for lunch (hint: not always in the touristy squares). If you need wheelchair access or have a service animal, no worries—the route works for most folks who can handle a bit of walking.

2h