City: Central Croatia
Top Things to do in Central Croatia
10 Nature & Parks in Central Croatia That You Shouldn't Miss
Croatia proper is not an official subdivision of the Republic of Croatia, it is a historical region.
Restaurants in Central Croatia
1. Sastavci
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 153 reviews
Reviewed By Brittany_11_10 - Los Angeles, United States
Sastavci is not "also called" Veliki Slap. They are two different falls. Veliki Slap is the "Great Falls" (i.e., the tallest/highest waterfall in the park). Sastavci is the waterfall below Veliki Slap, that will be on your right as you're heading toward Veliki. Anyway, semantics aside, this waterfall is pretty cool b/c you walk right by/over it. It's especially nice in the morning when the gorge below is misty from the spray of these falls.
2. The Lower Lakes
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 529 reviews
Reviewed By gcx10 - Bushey, United Kingdom
Visited over two days and did trail B and trail E. Both excellent and breathtaking views. Start as early as you can as it just gets busier. Terrain nice and easy and nota problem.
3. Mali Buk
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 132 reviews
Reviewed By Brittany_11_10 - Los Angeles, United States
One of the prettiest falls in the park, in my opinion. Also, you can pull off the boardwalk here a smidge to linger (as long as it's not crowded, as it very much can be) and get some good photos. Located in the Upper Lakes area of the park, this waterfall is most easily accessed by entering Gate 2, though it's worth it to go to the Lower Lakes area as well. The whole park is beautiful.
4. Wake Park Jarun
5. Konjicki Klub Rakovica
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 51 reviews
Horseback riding/trail riding with a guide in a beautiful countryside of Plitvice valleys, with the possibility of visiting the Barac caves( Braceve spilje) on a horse. We also have riding school lessons and short walks (10,20,...mins) for everyone who's interested in trying out horsebackriding. Experienced and inexperienced riders are welcome. Feel free to just visit our place to enjoy beautiful countryside and our animals.
Reviewed By laurakristofic382
I've been coming back here for years now and everytime I have a wonderful time. Surrounded by beautiful nature, amazing horses and a lot of different animals it's a paradise for animal and nature lovers :) The owner is very pleasant and friendly, explains everything you need to know of you are not so experienced with riding. This time I visited with my boyfriend who has no experience with horses (I'm pretty experienced rider) and we both had an amazing time ????
6. Galovac Lake
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 22 reviews
Reviewed By Brittany_11_10 - Los Angeles, United States
Beautiful lake and somewhat less touristy (or at least it seemed that way) than other parts of the park. Easiest to access from Gate 2 (and then after a short ferry ride). Part of the Plitvice Jezera NP experience, so it's sort of a must-see in that regard, but it's also a slightly quieter part of the park as well.
7. Okrugljak Lake
8. Maksimir Park (Maksimirirski perivoj)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 535 reviews
This 18th-century, 18 hectare park also houses the city zoo.
Reviewed By Brittany_11_10 - Los Angeles, United States
What a lovely park. There's plenty of green space to have a picnic, play with your pup, do yoga, etc., and trails to stroll along or run on. Maksimir is an ideal place to get outdoors while staying in the city.
9. Recreational Sports Center Jarun
10. Zrinjevac
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 510 reviews
Reviewed By planetogra - Tewantin, Australia
Because of its extensive green park, flower beds, trees, fountains & proximity to Jelicic Square in the centre of Zagreb, many locals can be seen simply enjoying this space. The Meteorological Pole, The First Fountain & the wrought iron Bandstand are all features within its green borders. Zrinjevic is the northern square in Lenuci's Green Horseshoe, & is an ideal starting point for a walk to take in beautiful parks, grand buidings, statues & much more.
