Square
Ban Jelacic Square
Zagreb, Croatia
Zagreb's main square, where trams rattle past and locals meet under the clock.
Park · Croatia · City of Zagreb
Maksimir Park
Zagreb's large landscape park of woodland, lakes and meadows on the edge of the centre.
Free to enter about 1.5 h
For storytellers
Why Maksimir Park matters
Locals come here to run, picnic and escape the traffic. Paths wind through old trees and around small lakes, and there is a zoo on the grounds. It is one of the oldest public parks in this part of Europe, laid out in the early 19th century. A good place to slow down after museums and shopping streets.
Talking points
- It was among the first public parks in south-eastern Europe.
- Several lakes and wooded paths make for easy walks.
- The city zoo is located inside.
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