Today's Zagreb has grown out of two medieval settlements that for centuries developed on neighbouring hills. The first written mention of the city dates from 1094, when a diocese was founded on Kaptol, while in 1242, neighbouring Gradec was proclaimed a free and royal city. Both the settlements were surrounded by high walls and towers, remains of which are still preserved.
Zagreb old upper town tour
A guided walking tour of Zagreb’s medieval "upper towns" Gradec and Kaptol. The place of Zagreb's birth.
Main sights: Zagreb Cathedral, St. Mark’s Square, Ban Jelačić Square, Dolac Market, The Funicular, Lotrščak Tower, the Stone Gate