Visit the city of Varaždin

Beginning from your hotel in Zagreb, depart in the morning by private car and driver, to the picturesque city of Varaždin.

Roughly 90km from Zagreb, nestled along the Drava River, is the warm and vibrant city of Varaždin. Known as the “City of the Angels”, this small boutique, walkable city is a showcase of Baroque architecture. Its romantic streets welcome locals and guests alike, with the sounds of the organ grinder filling the air. With its thriving art scene and historical core, Varaždin is a center for culture, having even been the Capital of Croatia for a short while. It is also home to impressive museums whose collections hold artifacts donated by some of the prestigious families who once called this elegant city their own. The Old Town Castle is a complex of Gothic-Renaissance buildings and showcases 1100 exhibits. 

We suggest a guided tour of the city, followed by time to explore and discover at your leisure.

Suggested stops while in Varaždin

Cafes & Restaurants:

Grofica Marica – Enjoy a stop for coffee and Varaždin cakes and pastries
Location – Trg kralja Tomislava
Tel +385 42 320 077

Bernarda – Home of Chef Slogar, winner of Croatian Golden Chef
Address – Zagrebačka 7
Tel.+385 42 633 030 

Restaurant BEDEM – This beautiful space is led by a pair of young chefs bringing their creative approach and careful attention to every dish.
Address – Vladimira Nazora 9
Tel. +385 42 557 545 

Restaurant August
Address – Ul. Augusta Šenoe 12
Tel. +385 91 582 8231

Points of Interest:

Museum of Angels – Learn why Varaždin is referred to as the “City of the Angels”
Address – S.S.Kranjčevića 14
Tel. +385 0 42 494 056 

The Square of Traditional Crafts – Feel & taste the spirit of traditional craftsmanship of a local milliner, weaver, and even beekeeper.
The artistic and cultural values on display are certainly worth a visit.
Location – Opposite the Ursuline Church

Art Štacun – This lovely boutique holds many sweet local creations, perfect for a gift for another or to yourself.
Address – Uska ul. 6
Tel. +385 42 312 958 

The Varazdin Purgari (Civil Guard) – Ceremonial changing of the Purgari, staged each Saturday in front of the City Hall. In 2017, the Varazdin Purgari were added to the UNESCO list of Intangible Heritage
From mid-May to Mid-October, 11:00am-12:00pm

Following your visit to Varazdin, as you return to Zagreb, option for visiting the Trakošćan Castle, on the banks of the Drava River. The Trakošćan Castle, in the Krapina-Zagorije region, is a splendid representation of a moment in Croatian history.