Sites & Bites Eclectic Half-Day Food and History Tour of Zagreb
Overview
Sites and bites walking tour is great for you and your hungry tummy! This is a great way to have a taste of Croatian cuisine. This tour will take you to the historical sites in Zagreb and taste a bite of authentic dishes on your stops in small eateries in the city with a group of like-minded foodies. This is a 2 in 1 tour, history and gastronomy. The tour finishes with a 3-course lunch, a glass of wine, and local brandy.
Inclusions
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Lunch
- Snacks
- All Fees and Taxes
- Entry/Admission - Funicular Railway
What to expect
Stop At: Zrinjevac, Zagreb Croatia
Your local licensed guide will wait for you next to the meteorological station. He will give you a historical overview and gastronomical influences as well as explain the surroundings and the itinerary. After the introduction we will continue to the Main square.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Ban Josip Jelacic Square, Zagreb Croatia
Discover the Main Square and learn interesting facts about the area including the Croatian coffee drinking culture. Continue towards the next bite site where you will have an opportunity to taste world-class Croatian olive oil and learn about truffles.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Cathedral of Zagreb, Kaptol 31, Zagreb 10000 Croatia
Marvel at Zagreb Cathedral, a unique sacral building of multiple architectural styles.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Dolac Market, Zagreb Croatia
Visit Dolac, Zagreb's vibrant green market. Get to know the farmers and have a taste of pumpkin seed oil in the open market. Continue your feast by trying one of the best cheeses in the world and combine it with some excellent wine. Explore the covered market and learn about the Croatian traditions.
Duration: 50 minutes
Stop At: Statue of Petrica Kerempuh, Opatovina above the Dolac Market, Zagreb 10000 Croatia
Get an insight of Opatovina, Zagreb's lively hangout spot and learn about the beer scene in Croatia.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Tkalciceva Street, Zagreb Croatia
Visit Tkalčićeva street, one of the most vibrant spots in Zagreb and get some tips on good local restaurants.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Krvavi Most, Zagreb Croatia
Stop for a bit at the Bloody bridge and learn how it got its name.
Duration: 25 minutes
Stop At: Tunel Gric, Mesnicka ulica 19, Zagreb 10000 Croatia
Take a stroll in Gric Tunnel, a legacy of WW2 (it may be closed occasionally due to events).
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Funicular Railway, Zagreb 10000 Croatia
Take a ride on the world's shortest funicular to visit the historical Upper Town.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Lotrscak Tower, Strossmayerovo Setaliste 9 Historic atraction, Zagreb 10000 Croatia
Visit and learn about the medieval Lotrščak Watchtower, stroll the romantic Strossmayer promenade, take in the views of Zagreb that stretch all the way to the south bank of the Sava river.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: St. Mark's Church, Trg sv. Marka 5, Zagreb 10000 Croatia
Have your photo taken at numerous picturesque spots, wonder at the beautiful rooftops of St. Marks church while learning about the seat of the Parliament and the Government. Get informed about the numerous Zagreb museums including the Museum of Broken Relationships. End your tour in a traditional restaurant by enjoying 3 course lunch that includes strukli, slavonian stew and seasonal filled bell pepper or sarma.
Duration: 2 hours
Sample Menu
• Prosciutto, kulen, smoked ham - Croatian meat charcuterie with homemade bread and olives.
• Pag cheese - Selection of world-class Pag cheeses
• Olive oil - Istrian and Dalmatian olive oil served with homemade bread
• Pumpkin seed oil
• Croatian wine
• Croatian sweet and savory spreads
• 3 course lunch with rakija and gemišt
Your local licensed guide will wait for you next to the meteorological station. He will give you a historical overview and gastronomical influences as well as explain the surroundings and the itinerary. After the introduction we will continue to the Main square.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Ban Josip Jelacic Square, Zagreb Croatia
Discover the Main Square and learn interesting facts about the area including the Croatian coffee drinking culture. Continue towards the next bite site where you will have an opportunity to taste world-class Croatian olive oil and learn about truffles.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Cathedral of Zagreb, Kaptol 31, Zagreb 10000 Croatia
Marvel at Zagreb Cathedral, a unique sacral building of multiple architectural styles.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Dolac Market, Zagreb Croatia
Visit Dolac, Zagreb's vibrant green market. Get to know the farmers and have a taste of pumpkin seed oil in the open market. Continue your feast by trying one of the best cheeses in the world and combine it with some excellent wine. Explore the covered market and learn about the Croatian traditions.
Duration: 50 minutes
Stop At: Statue of Petrica Kerempuh, Opatovina above the Dolac Market, Zagreb 10000 Croatia
Get an insight of Opatovina, Zagreb's lively hangout spot and learn about the beer scene in Croatia.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Tkalciceva Street, Zagreb Croatia
Visit Tkalčićeva street, one of the most vibrant spots in Zagreb and get some tips on good local restaurants.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Krvavi Most, Zagreb Croatia
Stop for a bit at the Bloody bridge and learn how it got its name.
Duration: 25 minutes
Stop At: Tunel Gric, Mesnicka ulica 19, Zagreb 10000 Croatia
Take a stroll in Gric Tunnel, a legacy of WW2 (it may be closed occasionally due to events).
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Funicular Railway, Zagreb 10000 Croatia
Take a ride on the world's shortest funicular to visit the historical Upper Town.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Lotrscak Tower, Strossmayerovo Setaliste 9 Historic atraction, Zagreb 10000 Croatia
Visit and learn about the medieval Lotrščak Watchtower, stroll the romantic Strossmayer promenade, take in the views of Zagreb that stretch all the way to the south bank of the Sava river.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: St. Mark's Church, Trg sv. Marka 5, Zagreb 10000 Croatia
Have your photo taken at numerous picturesque spots, wonder at the beautiful rooftops of St. Marks church while learning about the seat of the Parliament and the Government. Get informed about the numerous Zagreb museums including the Museum of Broken Relationships. End your tour in a traditional restaurant by enjoying 3 course lunch that includes strukli, slavonian stew and seasonal filled bell pepper or sarma.
Duration: 2 hours
Sample Menu
• Prosciutto, kulen, smoked ham - Croatian meat charcuterie with homemade bread and olives.
• Pag cheese - Selection of world-class Pag cheeses
• Olive oil - Istrian and Dalmatian olive oil served with homemade bread
• Pumpkin seed oil
• Croatian wine
• Croatian sweet and savory spreads
• 3 course lunch with rakija and gemišt
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Christopher_B
March 2023
I loved every place Karlo took me to. The people we wet were kind and knowledgeable of their delicious products. At one point, I was in tears while eating the sheep cheese with truffle honey drizzled on top - it was sublime; by far one of the most delicious things I’ve ever eaten. The history of...
I loved every place Karlo took me to. The people we wet were kind and knowledgeable of their delicious products. At one point, I was in tears while eating the sheep cheese with truffle honey drizzled on top - it was sublime; by far one of the most delicious things I’ve ever eaten. The history of Croatia mixed with the food of Croatia makes a more meaningful tour. I will be going back to Zagreb and eating more of the delicious food. The tour is loaded with food. I suggest you go hungry.AnneMarie_Z
February 2023
A great was to see the sights of Zagreb and learn a little about the history of the city and Croatia. Karlo is passionate about his work and great company. Everything was perfectly organised - from the information pre-tour, the tour route itself and some useful information and suggestions post-...
A great was to see the sights of Zagreb and learn a little about the history of the city and Croatia. Karlo is passionate about his work and great company. Everything was perfectly organised - from the information pre-tour, the tour route itself and some useful information and suggestions post-tour. All the food stops were enjoyable - lovely food and friendly vendors. Highly recommended, and good value and you don't need to eat for the rest of the day!ngugnu
October 2023
Karlo was a wonderful host, greeting our group of 8 friends with a local pastry - burek - to start the walking tour! My husband, who has celiac disease was also surprised and delighted to see Karlo was able to have a delicious and flaky gluten free burek for him too! He was very proactive and se...
Karlo was a wonderful host, greeting our group of 8 friends with a local pastry - burek - to start the walking tour! My husband, who has celiac disease was also surprised and delighted to see Karlo was able to have a delicious and flaky gluten free burek for him too! He was very proactive and sensitive to all of the food allergies and preferences of our group. He was a knowledgeable and thoughtful and we learned a lot through the tour. He provided a ton of great suggestions for places to try and since we did the tour our first full day in Zagreb we had lots of time to try his suggestions. We were lucky enough to also spend the next day with him on the Plitvice Lakes tour where we had a lovely full day of hiking and picnic lunch. All in all, it was a terrific experience and he was a fun and gracious host!Z6329KLcarolc
August 2023
For many years I always wanted to visit Croatia and especially since my grandfather was born in a small town outside of Zagreb. A friend of mine had just visited Croatia and highly recommended the tour guide they had hired, Karlo from Bespoke Croatian Tours. That converation got the ball rollin...
For many years I always wanted to visit Croatia and especially since my grandfather was born in a small town outside of Zagreb. A friend of mine had just visited Croatia and highly recommended the tour guide they had hired, Karlo from Bespoke Croatian Tours. That converation got the ball rolling. After my first email communication with Karlo, I knew we were going to travel to Zagreb, and he was going to be our tour guide. He is a local who knows the city of Zagreb extremely well and has extensive knowledge of Croatian history and culture. He had visual aids and pictures on a tablet which he would give us tidbits of information throughout the walking tour of the beautiful city of Zagreb. He masterfully intertwined the history, and sights of Zagreb and Croatia with food tastings. We sampled pastries, cheese, prosciutto, salami, olives, olive oil, Croatian liqueurs, honey, wine, and then he took us to his favorite traditional restaurant, and we had several delicious courses. Book this tour!! You get the best of everything: fabulous food, interesting history, gorgeous architecture, and some walking in between to work off the calories! We started out with a tour guide and ended up with a friend. As I learned to say in Croatian…Hvala, KarloSerelle_G
August 2023
Karol was fantastic—very personable and knowledgeable. His venue choices were excellent and follow up recommendations comprehensive and outstanding.
Karol was fantastic—very personable and knowledgeable. His venue choices were excellent and follow up recommendations comprehensive and outstanding.Kamelia H
July 2023
We loved Karlo so much we booked him for this tour while on another tour with him! He is so personable and kind, professional and knowledgeable. We had a fantastic time with him for 2 days! Karlo did a fantastic job narrating the history of Croatia and Zagreb specifically. He is a local and clea...
We loved Karlo so much we booked him for this tour while on another tour with him! He is so personable and kind, professional and knowledgeable. We had a fantastic time with him for 2 days! Karlo did a fantastic job narrating the history of Croatia and Zagreb specifically. He is a local and clearly knew the city very well. I also loved that we didn’t get a long history lecture. Instead, he gave us tidbits in between food tastings. I also really loved that he had visual aids in the form of photographs on his tablet. Many of the photos he shared with us were actually taken by his grandfather, which was really interesting!! The food. My God the food. So much food!!And everything was amazing!!! We sampled pastries, cheese, prosciutto, salami, olives, olive oil, Croatian liqueurs, honey, wine, and then he took us to his favorite traditional restaurant and we had several courses there. Book this tour!! You get the best of everything: fabulous food, interesting history, gorgeous architecture, and some walking in between to work off the calories! Make sure you go hungry!!