Location: Zagreb
Top Things to do in Zagreb
Top 7 History Museums in Zagreb, Central Croatia
Zagreb got its start as two medieval fortress towns atop hills overlooking the Sava River, and was reborn in the Baroque period as center of business, perfectly located on routes connecting Central Europe to the Adriatic Sea. These days, Zagreb is the heart of contemporary Croatia’s culture, art, sports, and academics, but its history is not forgotten. The unique blend of medieval towers, 19th century palaces, open-air markets, and ancient cathedrals, make Zagreb the perfect city to explore.
Restaurants in Zagreb
1. Image of War - War Photography Museum
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5.0 based on 144 reviews
Image of War is a museum dedicated to War Photography, the current exhibition "Up Close and Personal: War in Croatia" covers the Croatian War of Independence which lasted from 1991-1995 through works and stories of Croatian, Serb and world-renowned international professional photographers together with personal stories and photos people donated to the museum. Our motto is "War belongs in a museum" and our goal is to promote the importance of peace and raise awareness of the destructiveness which war brings to all affected sides. In an effort to actively help those directly affected by war, part of the revenue of all tickets is being donated to victims of war and refugees. * WARNING: The exhibition contains possibly disturbing and upsetting content. Visitor discretion is advised. TICKETS: Adults 50HRK, Students/Pensioners/Veterans 40HRK, Couples 80HRK, Groups of 10+ pay 30 HRK per person and children under 12 have free entrance. *Pet friendly Image of War Museum is temporarily closed.
Reviewed By HannieUk
An amazing photography gallery, Emotional and interesting. Definitely worth a visit when visiting Zagreb
2. Archaeological Museum in Zagreb
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4.5 based on 209 reviews
The Archaeological Museum in Zagreb situated in the heart of the city, just two minutes from the main square. Go on an exciting adventure through time that starts more than two and a half million years ago. Explore a variety of unique exhibits, discover and learn more about human history and culture through our fascinating Prehistoric, Egyptian, Greek and Roman, Medieval and Numismatic collections. The Museum Shop offers replicas of exhibits and carefully selected products inspired by the Museum's collections, as well as a wide variety of books on archaeology, including scholarly and exhibition-related publications. Complete your museum visit by exploring the Museum Shop and choose a unique gift or a souvenir. Purchases made at the Museum Shop support the programs and operations of the Archaeological Museum in Zagreb.
Reviewed By bruceb961
Excellent displays which were in English and Croatian made visiting this amazing museum a pleasure. The well organized layout, uncluttered display of artifacts and well lit rooms made the tour of the building an easy and educational stop for an afternoon.
3. Drazen Petrovic Museum - Memorial Center
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4.5 based on 36 reviews
The Museum is open Monday - Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. On Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 2 p.m.
4. Tortureum - Museum of Torture
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4.0 based on 198 reviews
The Museum of Torture - TORTUREUM offers an insight into its unique collection of various instruments of torture and execution that have been employed since the ancient times to the present day. The Museum vividly depicts the notion of violence throughout history, with over 70 full-scale instruments of torture, which even the thought of chilled people to the bone.
Reviewed By tvonko - Split, Croatia
It took us about 30 minutes to check everything out, it can take a bit more if you really want to go in deep. Most of the exhibits are outside so you can get a feel for them. The information you get from the tablets is very thorough and the whole mood in the museum does get to your nerves after a while. Not huge on souvenirs myself, but they could really expand their selection if they managed to get some more specific ones, i.e. a tiny model guillotine or iron maiden.
5. Croatian History Museum (Hrvatski Povijesni Muzej)
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3.5 based on 46 reviews
Located in a beautiful 18th-century Baroque palace, this museum houses more than 140,000 artifacts.
6. Kuca Senoa
Museum "Mansion Senoa" is a historical museum dedicated to life and work of one of the greatest Croatian novelists August Senoa and his family. Join us, discover, explore and feel the spirit of old 19th century Zagreb through untold stories and unknown events which marked one of the greatest cultural and artistic periods of this city.
7. State Archives
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3.0 based on 1 reviews
