Zagreb • Neighborhoods
Best Areas to Stay in Zagreb
Where to stay in Zagreb: a simple neighborhood decision, based on walkability, romance, nightlife, and the kind of trip you want.
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First trip? Stay central
For most visitors, the best area is the center (Lower Town / near the main square). It keeps everything easy: museums, cafés, trams, and evening walks.
Area-by-area recommendations
- Center / Lower Town: easiest base; ideal for weekends and first-timers.
- Upper Town edges: romantic and atmospheric, with quieter evenings.
- Trešnjevka: local, lived-in vibe and often good value — great if you like market mornings and tram access.
- Maksimir: near green space; good for calmer stays.
- Jarun: lake life and sunsets; best in warmer months.
- Novi Zagreb: modern, spacious; great if you plan to visit MSU and want a different rhythm.
Quick decision guide
- Short trip: choose the center.
- Romantic trip: center or Upper Town edges.
- Active trip: Jarun or near Maksimir (still with tram access).
- Budget + local feel: look just outside the center, near a tram line.
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Use the guide list to build a trip that fits your pace — a few anchors, plenty of wandering, and at least one night walk.
Love Zagreb is an independent guide. For official updates, visit Zagreb Tourist Board and the linked official sources above.