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Ribice i Tri Točkice – Tasty fish, joyful ambience

Ribice i Tri Točkice Zagreb makes some of the best value-for-money seafood in the city. It's my first choice to eat fish, and I love the joyous ambience.

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Art & culture
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Restaurants

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Mirna

Marić

Oct 28, 2024
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Ice Dome Rink – A new home for winter sports

Zagreb's new Ice Dome Rink offers year-round skating with rentals available. Close to transport, it's perfect for a sports day. Fun for all ages!

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Relaxing

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Nina

Lalić

Oct 25, 2024
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Petras Atelier – Offbeat jewelry and other goodies

Petras Atelier in central Zagreb is based on the artworks by a creative mother-daughter duo. I come here for original gifts though, I like just browsing!

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Art & culture
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Shopping

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Mirna

Marić

Oct 24, 2024
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Museum of Contemporary Art – Long-awaited showpiece

Zagreb's Museum of Contemporary Art took many years to be completed, but it's well worth it. I come here to rediscover classics or catch cultural events.

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Art & culture
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Cinema
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Music

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Mirna

Marić

Oct 24, 2024
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Kavana Lav – Soak in the charm of Upper town

Kavana Lav Zagreb is situated in a former palace and still has a gallery. Almost never crowded, together with its balcony it's peaceful & quiet...

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Art & culture
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Coffee & tea
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Snacks

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Mirna

Marić

Oct 24, 2024
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Hotel Jägerhorn's Cafe – A touch of elegance

Hotel Jägerhorn's Cafe in Zagreb is located in a small passage, near the main square. It has a beautiful terrace with great view & delicious coffee!

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Bars
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Coffee & tea

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Mirna

Marić

Oct 22, 2024
Breadclub
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Breadclub – Cruffins from heaven

Breadclub is an artisanal bakery in Zagreb. It sounds like an exaggeration, but believe me, everything is delicious here - it's always hard to choose...

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Coffee & tea
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Snacks

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Mirna

Marić

Oct 22, 2024
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Program Bar – For coffee and design lovers

Program Bar in Zagreb has superb coffee and some offbeat decoration. This cafe has become one of my favorites for long, relaxing sessions with friends...

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Bars
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Coffee & tea
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Snacks

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Mirna

Marić

Oct 22, 2024
Wirtshaus
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Wirtshaus – Hearty Meals at the Foothill of Sljeme

The food is delicious - from hearty seasonal soups and crispy fried potatoes to their staple Wiener Tafelspitz, everything is fresh and very tasty.

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Coffee & tea
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Restaurants
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Snacks

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Nina

Lalić

Oct 22, 2024
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Ribice Kod Mimice – Simple fish foods

"Ribice kod Mimice" in Zagreb is a local favorite seafood restaurant that's existed since 1945! People love it because everything still tastes the same...

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Restaurants
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Snacks

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Nevena

Mikec

Oct 18, 2024
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ZKM Theater – Zagreb's youth theater that grew up

"ZKM Theater", or Zagreb's Youth Theater, is one of my favorite theaters because of its contemporary approach, critical attitude and daring performances...

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Theaters

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Tamara

Lipnjak

Oct 15, 2024
Express-Bar
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Express Bar – Excellent coffee and people watching

"Express Bar" feels like a visit to your best girlfriend in Zagreb, who also happens to have an exquisite taste in home decor and really makes an effort...

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Bars
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Coffee & tea

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Tamara

Lipnjak

Oct 13, 2024

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