Booking fee
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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Explore the turbulent 20th century in Croatia in a entertaining way combining historical facts and personal experiences. You will find out more about Croatia’s relations with neighbouring countries and being a part of five different regimes, going through three brutal wars, all explained in an easy-to-understand fashion!
• Visit the WWII tunnels and hear dark stories of the Croatian fascist state
• Learn about communist Yugoslavia and its leader Tito
• Visit a multimedia exhibition on Croatian Homeland War
• Understand the relationships between former Yugoslavia states in the past and nowadays
WW2 underground tunnels (not included during public events in the tunnels)
the multimedia presentation about the Croatian Homeland War
guidance by a certified local guide with 500+ tours experience
authentic basement used as a shelter during the bombings
Gratuities
Departure Point
Trg bana Josipa Jelačića, 10000, Zagreb, Croatia
in front of the horseman statue at the main square
Return Details
Trg bana Josipa Jelačića, 10000, Zagreb, Croatia
in front of the horseman statue at the main square
Ban Josip Jelacic Monument, Zagreb, Croatia • join us at the meeting point every day from Monday to Saturday at 3pm, and at Sundays at 11am 30 minutes
Tunel Gric, Zagreb, Croatia • visit the WW2 underground tunnels and the basement used as a shelter during the air raids on Zagreb
• learn more about the life during the communist era in Zagreb
• not included during public events in the tunnels and Christmas Market 60 minutes
Kaptol, 10000, Zagreb, Croatia • visit the basement used as a bombing shelter and learn more about the fall of Yugoslavia during the multimedia exhibition. 60 minutes
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Kathy_K
13 Nov 2024
Vid provided excellent information on the complex history. The tunnels and bunkers were wonderful to explore.
crunchieman
10 Nov 2024
Our guide Ivana gave us a fascinating detailed guide including many personal experiences.
Her father is Croatian and her mother Bosnian and her grandmother has lived under both Nazi and Communist regimes.
I7275GOandreab
10 Nov 2024
I recently joined this tour in Zagreb and was thoroughly impressed by the level of preparation and dedication behind it. Darko, our guide, was incredibly knowledgeable and brought history to life with insight and passion, making complex topics engaging and accessible. The tour was both informative and entertaining, providing a fresh perspective on historical events that left a lasting impact. Highly recommended for anyone interested in understanding history in a more meaningful way.
This tour in
Zagreb
is organized by
Free Spirit Tours
We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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