Zagreb Zoo is one of those places that earns its spot on the Zagreb-with-kids list. Not because it’s flashy, but because it’s fun and practical for several reasons. Well-maintained, stroller-friendly, and tucked inside Maksimir Park, it makes for an easy, rewarding day out. Here’s everything you need to know before you go. Zagreb Zoo Is…
Growing up just a short walk from Maksimir, I somehow convinced myself it was a once-a-year destination. In Croatia, the 1st of May (when we’re celebrating Labor Day) is when Zagreb families go to the park: parades, live music, balloons, ice cream, and so much more. As a little girl with a backyard of my…
If you grew up in Zagreb, you almost certainly know this place by its old name, Pionirac. For older Zagreb people, just hearing it triggers the smell of pine and the chaos of fifty kids running between wooden pavilions. For younger families and expats, Grad mladih Zagreb is still largely off the radar. Which is…
