13-Day Croatia Road Trip from Zagreb to Grad Varaždin and surrounding area

Your road trip adventure in Croatia begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Zagreb. You’ll stay in Zagreb for 11 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Zagreb has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Park Maksimir. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 19,174 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Zagreb, mekPer's. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,654 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Zagreb is Pri zvoncu. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,325 customers.

Zagreb also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Zagreb is Vintage Industrial Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,500 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Zagreb is Hub Cooltura Pub. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,249 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 13-day vacation in Croatia!

Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Zagreb has to offer. Cherish the 10 nights you have left in Zagreb by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Zagreb. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of Zagreb, like the extraordinary Zagreb Zoo. This attraction is a zoo and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 23,886 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Zagreb is the spectacular Ribnjak Park. This attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,263 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Zagreb Cathedral. This catholic cathedral has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 16,381 visitors.

Ban Josip Jelačić Statue is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This must-see tourist destination is a popular destination among visitors in Zagreb. Rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 19,613 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

Your discovery of Zagreb does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Zagreb on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Croatia, be sure to eat at Restaurant Zelen Dvor, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Zagreb. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,571 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Zagreb is the popular Bota Šare Zagreb restaurant - oyster & sushi bar. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,778 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Mr. Fogg is one of the best bars in the city of Zagreb for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,233 customers.

Swanky Monkey Garden is another of the most popular bars in the city of Zagreb. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,237 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Zagreb!

Day 3 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Zagreb has to offer. Cherish the 9 nights you have left in Zagreb by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Zagreb. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of Zagreb, like the extraordinary Bundek. This attraction is a lake and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,180 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Zagreb is the spectacular Croatian Museum of Contemporary Art. This attraction is an art museum and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,570 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Zagreb Fountains. This park has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,190 visitors.

Botanical Garden of the Faculty of Science, University of Zagreb is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This park is a popular destination among visitors in Zagreb. Rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,528 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Technical Museum. Technical Museum is a museum and popular attraction in Zagreb. More than 6,180 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Zagreb does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Zagreb on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Croatia, be sure to eat at HERITAGE - Croatian Street Food & Shop, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Zagreb. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,369 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Zagreb is the popular Roots - juice & cocktail bar. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 800 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Dubravkin put is one of the best bars in the city of Zagreb for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,365 customers.

Cheese Bar is another of the most popular bars in the city of Zagreb. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,097 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Zagreb!

Day 4 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Zagreb has to offer. Cherish the 8 nights you have left in Zagreb by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Zagreb. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of Zagreb, like the extraordinary St. Mark's Church. This attraction is a church building and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,997 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Zagreb is the spectacular Stone Gate. This attraction is a city gate and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,601 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Museum of Broken Relationships. This museum has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,957 visitors.

Lotrščak Tower is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This fortified tower is a popular destination among visitors in Zagreb. Rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,480 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

Your discovery of Zagreb does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Zagreb on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Croatia, be sure to eat at Restoran Vegehop, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Zagreb. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 760 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Zagreb is the popular McDonald's Vrbani. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 7,850 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Valhalla beer bar is one of the best bars in the city of Zagreb for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,010 customers.

Roots - juice & cocktail bar is another of the most popular bars in the city of Zagreb. This bar is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 800 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Zagreb!

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations like the extraordinary Ecopark Krašograd. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,578 visitors.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Croatia, be sure to eat at Mali Medo, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Zagreb. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,203 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Zagreb is the popular Vinodol. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,410 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, BarBar XXL is one of the best bars in the city of Zagreb for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 924 customers.

Booze and Blues is another of the most popular bars in the city of Zagreb. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 848 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Zagreb!

Day 6 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Staničići Žumberački has to offer. Cherish the 6 nights you have left in Staničići Žumberački by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Staničići Žumberački. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the village of Staničići Žumberački, like the extraordinary Žumberak and Samobor Mountains. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 3,325 visitors.

This is a popular destination among visitors in Staničići Žumberački.

Your discovery of Staničići Žumberački does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Staničići Žumberački on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Croatia, be sure to eat at Pivnica Medvedgrad Ilica, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Zagreb. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,156 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Zagreb is the popular Esplanade Zagreb Hotel. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,925 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, A’e Craft Bar is one of the best bars in the city of Zagreb for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 705 customers.

Program Bar is another of the most popular bars in the city of Zagreb. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 637 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Zagreb!

Day 7 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Strmec has to offer. Cherish the 5 nights you have left in Strmec by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Strmec. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the village of Strmec, like the extraordinary Kipišće Lake. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,233 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Strmec is the spectacular Playground / Lake Kipiste. This attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 368 visitors.

This is a popular destination among visitors in Strmec.

Your discovery of Strmec does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Strmec on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Croatia, be sure to eat at Boban, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Zagreb. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,445 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Krolo is one of the best bars in the city of Zagreb for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 520 customers.

Mali Medo is another of the most popular bars in the city of Zagreb. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,203 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Zagreb!

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations like the extraordinary Ski resort Sljeme. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,061 visitors.

When you’ve finished your meal, Pivnica Medvedgrad Ilica is one of the best bars in the city of Zagreb for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,156 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Zagreb!

Day 9 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Desinić has to offer. Cherish the 3 nights you have left in Desinić by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Desinić. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the village of Desinić, like the extraordinary Dvor Veliki Tabor. This attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,163 visitors.

This is a popular destination among visitors in Desinić.

Your discovery of Desinić does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Desinić on this day of your trip.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Zagreb!

On day 10 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Zagreb, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 2 nights left in Zagreb.

Today you'll explore the city of Grad Varaždin. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Old Town, Varaždin. This incredible attraction is a castle and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 4,650 visitors.

Varaždin cemetery is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Grad Varaždin. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 327 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in Croatia to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Zagreb.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Croatia!

Day 11 of your road trip through Croatia gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Grad Varaždin and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Grad Varaždin. You will stay in Grad Varaždin for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Grad Varaždin is the amazing Kapucinska crkva. This attraction is a church that is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 304 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible must-see tourist destination, Advent u Varaždinu. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 399 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Grad Varaždin is the outstanding Church of St. Nicholas. This popular church and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 446 visitors.

The spectacular Cathedral of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary, Varaždin is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating cathedral and attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 698 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Grad Varaždin by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Croatia. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Grad Varaždin, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restoran Santa Maria, one of the best restaurants in the city of Grad Varaždin. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,000 customers.

Locals also recommend Bedem as one of the best restaurants in the city of Grad Varaždin. Bedem is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,064 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Grad Varaždin is Restoran Angelus. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,837 customers.

After dinner, visit Medina Škrinja Pub, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Grad Varaždin. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,374 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Medonja. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 999 customers.

Alternatively, My Way bar is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Grad Varaždin. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,010 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Croatia!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 12 of your epic road trip in Croatia, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Podgarić. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Zagreb. You’ll stay in Zagreb for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Podgarić’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Podgarić, start your day with a visit to the amazing Monument to the Revolution of the People of Moslavina. This much-appreciated must-see tourist destination and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 437 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Garic town. This top-tier point of interest and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 354 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Podgarić has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Zagreb. Zagreb offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Croatia!

Day 13 of your road trip in Croatia is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Zagreb before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Croatian National Theatre in Zagreb is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Zagreb. This best-rated sightseeing destination and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,945 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Zagreb and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Croatia.

You’ll then say farewell to Zagreb. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Croatia!