10-Day Croatia Road Trip from Zagreb traveling east to Osijek, Vukovar, Ogulin, and Zadar

Zagreb has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Ban Josip Jelačić Statue. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 19,038 visitors.

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, HERITAGE - Croatian Street Food & Shop. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,369 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.

Locals also enjoy Mr. Fogg. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,233 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 10-day vacation in 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 18,435 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 6,419 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Technical Museum. This amazing attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,713 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 Dubravkin put. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,365 customers.

Cheese Bar 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 1,097 customers.

Locals enjoy Roots - juice & cocktail bar, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Zagreb. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 800 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.

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 Osijek. You’ll stay in Osijek for 2 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Zagreb’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Zagreb, start your day with a visit to the amazing Zagreb Cathedral. This much-appreciated catholic cathedral and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 16,260 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Museum of Broken Relationships. This museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 6,559 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Stone Gate to make the most of your road trip across Croatia. The spectacular Stone Gate is a city gate that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,469 visitors.

The lovely Bundek is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 15,007 visitors have left this lake average ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Zagreb has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Osijek. Osijek 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 SportHouse Osijek. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 742 reviews.

The remarkable Grill & Beer Bar Fabrique is another top restaurant in Osijek we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 732 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Osijek, the fantastic Pivnica Runda. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 612 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Croatia!

On day 4 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Osijek, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Osijek.

Today you'll explore the city of Zagreb. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Museum of Slavonia. This incredible attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 254 visitors.

Sakuntala park is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Zagreb. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,044 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Zagreb is Youth pedestrian bridge. This amazing attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 3,001 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 Osijek.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Osijek, like McDonald's & McDrive. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,583 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Osijek, Amsterdam Pub. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 566 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like pub Merlon. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,135 customers.

Restoran Karaka Osijek is another of the best bars in the city of Osijek. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,966 customers.

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

Day 5 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 Zagreb and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Vukovar. You will stay in Vukovar for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Zagreb is the amazing Crucifix. This attraction is a place of worship that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 161 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible museum, Ovcara Memorial Center. With an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 1,855 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Zagreb is the outstanding Vučedol Culture Museum. This popular museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,647 visitors.

The spectacular Vukovar water tower is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating water tower and attraction has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 6,041 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Stari toranj, one of the best restaurants in the city of Vukovar. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,855 customers.

Locals also recommend Vukovarska kuća - Park adica Vukovar as one of the best restaurants in the city of Vukovar. Vukovarska kuća - Park adica Vukovar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,615 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Vukovar is Vrške. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,158 customers.

After dinner, visit Vukovarsko pub, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Vukovar. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 290 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Caffe bar Kibic Fenster. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 191 customers.

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

Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Zagreb is the amazing Memorijalni centar Domovinskog rata. This attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,592 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Vukovar Municipal Museum / Castle Eltz. This museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,418 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Zagreb is another excellent way to spend your new day in Croatia. The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of Croatia’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to Croatia’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of Croatia’s scenic spots.

You could then travel to the amazing Ranč Ramarin for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,215 visitors.

You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Ogulin.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Pizzeria Bonino, one of the best restaurants in the city of Ogulin. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,181 customers.

Locals also recommend Štross Street Food as one of the best restaurants in the city of Ogulin. Štross Street Food is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 923 customers.

After dinner, visit Cafe COCKTAIL, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Ogulin. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 219 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like caffe bar JAZZbina. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 456 customers.

Alternatively, Krčma Dalmatinac is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Ogulin. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 176 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 7 of your road trip in Croatia. Today, you'll wake up in Ogulin and embark on a scenic drive to Zadar, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Ogulin and Lika-Senj County before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Ogulin. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Ivana's House of Fairy Tales. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,063 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Plitvice Lakes National Park. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 102,285 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Lika-Senj County, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Zadar. When you arrive in Zadar you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Restoran 4 Kantuna. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 3,300 customers.

Locals also recommend Konoba Rafaelo, another of the best restaurants in Zadar. Konoba Rafaelo is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,104 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Pet Bunara Dine & Wine. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,856 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Deja Brew Pub Zadar to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Zadar, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 735 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like BackStage Bar. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. BackStage Bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 508 customers.

Harbor CookHouse & Club is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,272 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Croatia, and look forward to more great days to come!

You’ll stay in Šibenik for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore today is Plaža Soline. This excellent attraction is a top-tier point of interest that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,498 visitors.

To experience the local culture, see more of Croatia, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in Croatia. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to Diocletian's Palace for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Split. This popular attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 74,369 visitors.

This outstanding mountain has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,259 travelers.

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Šibenik.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Šibenik, Restoran Pjat. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 597 customers.

Locals recommend Argola Sibenik Restaurant - Pizzeria as one of the best restaurants in the city of Šibenik. Argola Sibenik Restaurant - Pizzeria is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,128 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Šibenik, Azimut. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 993 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Vintage Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 534 customers.

Bronzin is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Šibenik. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 735 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Croatia with a toast!

Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the town of Zagreb is the amazing St. John's Fort. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 662 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Zagreb is another excellent way to spend your new day in Croatia. The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of Croatia’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to Croatia’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of Croatia’s scenic spots.

You could then travel to the amazing St. John's Fort for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 662 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination is the outstanding Krka National Park. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 57,687 visitors, this park deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

We also recommend a visit to the popular Roski waterfall. This attraction, a stunning park, has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,445 travelers.

You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Zagreb.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restoran Vegehop, one of the best restaurants in the city of Zagreb. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 760 customers.

Locals also recommend Vinodol as one of the best restaurants in the city of Zagreb. Vinodol is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,410 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Zagreb is Pivnica Medvedgrad Ilica. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,156 customers.

After dinner, visit Valhalla beer 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 1,010 customers.

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

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

Day 10 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.

Ribnjak Park is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Zagreb. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,091 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 could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Zagreb at Boban before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,445 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Submarine Burger Frankopanska for your last chance at a meal in the city of Zagreb. The Submarine Burger Frankopanska restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,795 customers.

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