6-Day Croatia road trip Starting from Rijeka to Zagreb

Your road trip adventure in Croatia begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Rijeka. You’ll stay in Rijeka for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Rijeka has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible City Clock Tower. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,339 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 Rijeka, Konoba Tarsa. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,076 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Rijeka is Barbacoa. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,487 customers.

Locals recommend Konoba Fiume as one of the best restaurants in the city of Rijeka. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 933 customers.

Rijeka also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Rijeka is The Beertija Klub. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,087 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 6-day vacation in Croatia!

Day 2 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 Rijeka and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Zagreb. You will stay in Zagreb for 3 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Rijeka is the amazing Maritime and History Museum of the Croatian Coast. This attraction is a museum that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,043 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible church, Church of Mary of God of Trsat. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,485 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Rijeka is the outstanding Trsat Castle. This popular castle and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,516 visitors.

The spectacular Islamic Center of Rijeka is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating mosque and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 952 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Rijeka 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 Zagreb, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try HERITAGE - Croatian Street Food & Shop, one of the best restaurants in the city of Zagreb. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,369 customers.

After dinner, visit Vintage Industrial Bar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Zagreb. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,500 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Hub Cooltura Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,249 customers.

Alternatively, Mr. Fogg is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Zagreb. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,233 customers.

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

You still have 2 nights left in Zagreb.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Park Maksimir. This incredible attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 19,174 visitors.

Botanical Garden of the Faculty of Science, University of Zagreb is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,528 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Croatian National Theatre in Zagreb. This amazing attraction is a must-see tourist destination and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,945 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Bundek. This lake and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,180 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.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Zagreb, like Roots - juice & cocktail bar. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 800 customers.

Restoran Vegehop is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Zagreb. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 760 customers.

Locals enjoy Vinodol, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Zagreb. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,410 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Zagreb, Swanky Monkey Garden. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,237 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Dubravkin put. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,365 customers.

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

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

You still have 1 night left in Zagreb.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Stone Gate. This incredible attraction is a city gate and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 5,601 visitors.

Lotrščak Tower is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,480 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Ban Josip Jelačić Statue. This amazing attraction is a top-tier point of interest and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 19,613 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Zagreb Cathedral. This catholic cathedral and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 16,381 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Ribnjak Park. This park is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,263 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.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Zagreb, like Pivnica Medvedgrad Ilica. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,156 customers.

Boban is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Zagreb. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,445 customers.

Locals enjoy Submarine Burger Frankopanska, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Zagreb. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,795 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Zagreb, Valhalla beer bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,010 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Roots - juice & cocktail bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 800 customers.

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

Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Rijeka. You’ll stay in Rijeka for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Rijeka’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Rijeka, start your day with a visit to the amazing Forest Park Golubinjak. This much-appreciated park and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,508 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Risnjak National Park. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,815 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Svežanj Bay to make the most of your road trip across Croatia. The spectacular Svežanj Bay is a top-tier point of interest that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 925 visitors.

The lovely Nature Park Učka is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 4,438 visitors have left this park average ratings of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular Maiden with the Seagull. This attraction is a sculpture rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 3,947 reviews.

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

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Boonker. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 3,735 reviews.

The remarkable Bistro Mornar is another top restaurant in Rijeka we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,156 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Rijeka, the fantastic River. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,197 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Pet Jedan Tapas Bar. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 898 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Pub "Bačva". This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 781 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Croatia!

Day 6 of your road trip in Croatia is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Rijeka 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.

Petar Kružić Stairway is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Rijeka. This best-rated sightseeing destination and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 799 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Rijeka at King’s Caffe food pub before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,389 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Submarine Burger Rijeka for your last chance at a meal in the city of Rijeka. The Submarine Burger Rijeka restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,653 customers.

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