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EASY TO REACH What gives Zagreb a competitive edge is the proximity of large emissary markets and excellent traffic connections

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Quality servicesDestination with expert staff, competitively priced, make the capital of Croatia a prominent health tourism destination

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agreb is taking on an a place where you can find CITY FOR ALL FOUR ever more promi- world-renowned medical SEASONS nent place on the clinics and medical practices. Throughout the year, the ZEuropean health Tourist amenities, hotel and Croatian metropolis has a tourism map. Numerous hospitality facilities, as well as variety of other content that private and public polyclinics, top-notch gastronomy, fur- complements the health hospitals as well as health ther complement the health tourism offer - there are centres with expert staff and tourism offer. unlimited possibilities for exceptional quality of service, visiting music and theatre at competitive prices, make performances, art events and the capital of Croatia the museums, sporting events, centre of medical excellence, as well as enjoying pleasant whose comparative advan- walks and interesting archi- tage lies in the proximity to tecture in the city centre. large emissary markets and excellent traffic connections. “The new Franjo Tudjman airport A RICH OFFER OF THE terminal is showing CROATIAN METROPOLIS great results, and I Qualified medical staff, can say that since its hospitals and polyclinics with state-of-the-art opening on 21 March 2017 equipment guarantee we have obtained seven excellent health service. new direct air routes to Most local medical Zagreb, which attracts all specialists gained their tourist groups, including knowledge in the larg- health tourists” est European medical Martina Bienenfeld, director of centres, making Zagreb Zagreb Tourist Board 3 CITY OF ZAGREB || HEALTH TOURISM CITY OF ZAGREB

A Bit of History Zagreb will win you over with modern achievements, as well as traces of the rich past, visible at every step. The city was established from two medieval settlements that had developed for centuries on the neighbouring hills - Gradec and Kaptol. With traces of human settlements dating back to prehistoric times, the first written mention of Zagreb dates back to 1094 and the founding of the Diocese of Kaptol. The Golden Bull, a document issued in 1242 by the Croatian-Hungarian King Bela IV, granted Gradec considerable privileges and status as a free royal town. The unification of former settlements in 1850 created the conditions for the development of a modern Central European city.

Long-standing University Tradition Continuing the rich pharmaceutical practice, as evidenced by the opening of the first Zagreb pharmacy in Kamenita ulica 9 in the middle of the 14th century, Zagreb pharmacists successfully passed on and improved their knowledge and skills. On this foundation, based on the decision of Emperor Francis Joseph I, in 1882 the “Pharmacy Teaching Course” was established at the University of Zagreb, setting the foundation for the study of pharmacy. The history of the School of Dental Med- The Faculty of Medicine joined it in 1918 in icine encompasses the period of estab- transferring scientific and medical knowl- lishing the dental education institution, edge. Although the first requirements for when the Odontology Chair was founded establishing medical studies date back in 1892, then the Department of Odontol- to 1790, the Department of Pathology ogy from 1948 to 1962, and finally the and Anatomy of the Faculty of Medicine founding of the School of Dental Medicine started to operate only in 1918. in 1962.

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“It is of utmost importance to cooperate with all the branches that complement the health tourism offer, from health institutions to various tourist facilities, as well as hotel and hospitality facilities. The capital of Croatia can be one of the leaders in this segment” Martina Bienenfeld, director of Zagreb Tourist Board Photo: J. Duval, Zagreb Tourist Board Archive J. Duval, Zagreb Tourist Photo: 5 CITY OF ZAGREB || VISIT CROATIAN CAPITAL

GetHow to Zagreb? to Every year more and more tourists visit Croatia and Zagreb – find out why! Photo: Zagreb Be There Photo: ocated at the cross- exploring all the attractions roads of Eastern and Croatia offers. Less than an Explore Zagreb Western Europe, hour away from Zagreb is with a Cell Phone Lthe city of Zagreb the beautiful Zagorje, while is brilliantly connected to less than two hour drive in Planning a trip and finding your way in a new environment is many European centres. the opposite direction takes easier than ever with all the The recently built Dr. Franjo you to the world famous miracles of modern technology Tudjman airport makes Crikvenica or Opatija many distant European Riviera. ZAGREB PLACES and international destina- Zagreb Places is the number tions easily reachable, and BREAKFAST IN ZAGREB, one application for finding well-organized rail transport LUNCH ON THE COAST places of interest in the with a station in the very Zadar is only 286 kilome- Croatian metropolis. city centre and excellent tres away, the famous Arena road connections bring in Pula is 197 kilometres ZAGREB BE THERE together Zagreb and other away and Diocletian’s Palace Awarded as the best mobile European capitals. in Split about 410 kilome- application in 2014, the tres, which means that in Zagreb Be There app offers EXCELLENT STARTING just one day, you can have you five possible routes, each POINT breakfast in Zagreb, and of which presents Zagreb in a Zagreb is also an ex- lunch and dinner on the somewhat different way. cellent starting point for Croatian coast.

TIME OUT ZAGREB What to do tonight in Zagreb? Discover Zagreb by searching this insider’s guide with lists of great restau- rants, bars and events that you should not miss.

MEET IN ZAGREB Meet in Zagreb will guide you through the Croatian capital, its history, accommodation and congress facilities, conference organizers and congress services, as well as

catering services. Josip Škof Photo: 6 CITY OF ZAGREB || WHERE TO STAY?

and TopLuxury Quality Service Accommodation in Zagreb is wide-ranging and has something to suit everyone

n December 2017 in Zagreb were available: 62 hotels with 7,688 Ibeds; including 3 5-star hotels, 19 4-star hotels, 32 3-star hotels, 4 2-star hotels, 3 integrated hotels and one hotel without assigned category; 52 hostels with 2.361 beds; 2,954 accommodation units in rooms/apartments/studio apartments and holiday homes with 7,121 beds; 1 lodging with 18 beds; 3

inns with 30 beds; 2 moun- Archive Esplanade Zagreb Hotel Photo: tain lodges with 36 beds; and 3 rural households city square, while Palace Zagreb Hotel, with wellness with 16 beds. Hotel and its wellness cen- centre Murad, offer relaxing tre Mei are a few minutes wellness experience. Hotel IN THE HEART OF THE away. If you search hotels Academia is another great CITY near the Franjo Tudjman choice, and also popular Zagreb is distinguished airport, Hotel Aristos among the business clien- by the fact that several top Zagreb, with a pampering tele are Hotel International 5-star hotels, such as the wellness centre, is the per- and DoubleTree Hotel. Westin, Espla- fect choice. nade and LUXURY IN A SMALL Sheraton, BUSINESS WITH PACKAGE are in the PLEASURE Zagreb can also boast very city Zagreb has several Apart from some unique boutique centre. The high rated hotels in being the hotels, including Hotel 9 or same goes for the very city centre, ideal venues President Pantovčak Hotel. several prom- for confer- Apart from the hotels, just a few hundred inent 4-star ences, the luxury accommodation can hotels - Hotel meters from the main Westin Zagreb also be found in private Dubrovnik is city square with its spa, apartments or apartment right at the main and Sheraton studios. 7 CITY OF ZAGREB || MEDICAL FACILITIES CITY OF ZAGREB

Zagreb’sLeaders medical facilities have become renowned for the use of innovative technologies and treatments

ith its surround- Vessel Disease Clinic at the INNOVATION CENTRES ings, Zagreb has University Hospital Dubrava St. Catherine Specialty become a leading and Magdalena Clinic for Hospital is among the few Whealth tourism Cardiovascular Disease in European institutions that centre, recognized for the Krapinske Toplice, these three first started using mesen- establishment of specialized centres compete with the chymal stem cells (MSCs) clinics known for innovative world’s best cardiovascular in clinical practice and treatment methods and new disease centres. introduced a new medical technologies. The University Hospi- alternative in the region: tal Merkur is the number meniscus transplantation. ON PAR WITH THE WORLD one hospital in the world Radiochirurgie Zagreb, a The University Hospital according to the number of private clinic for cancer diag- Centre in Zagreb includes the transplanted livers per million nosis and treatment, boasts Heart and Blood Vessel Dis- inhabitants. In 2015, the advanced tumour diagnostic ease Clinic, which performed University Hospital Merkur technology, the Varian EDGE the first catheterization of transplanted its thousandth radiotherapy and radiosur- the heart in Croatia. Together liver, with a 96% transplant gery suite. with the Heart and Blood success rate. Ortoimplant Dental Spa

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Leaders andis known for innovative Innovationsprivate university clinic in implant methods – All-on-4 Croatia, are Croatian pio- and Zygoma All-on-4 – and neers of corneal transplants, was the first Zagreb office each of them with more than that started to use the latest 1000 transplants. pterygoid implants. Arena The founder of the IVF Dental Polyclinic is another Polyclinic, the first private top dental office recognised Polyclinic for gynaecology, for innovative dental proce- obstetrics and reproductive dures. medicine, prof. dr. sc. Velimir Šimunić, is one of the IVF PIONEERS IN THEIR FIELD pioneers in the world, Bagatin Clinic today is the responsible for the leader in cosmetic surgery conception and dermatology in the and birth of region, unique in its use of the first the VECTRA 3D device and IVF baby state-of-the-art laser centre. on the Prof.dr.sc. Nikica Gabrić and territory prof.dr.sc. Iva Dekaris from of former the Clinic Svjetlost, the first Yugoslavia.

Many specialized clinics in Zagreb are reference centres for the education of experts from a number of countries 9 CITY OF ZAGREB || IN THE VICINITY CITY OF ZAGREB HEALING POWER of the

SomeSurrounding of the best medical and wellness facilities are located just an hour drive fromArea Zagreb

uests arriving of excellence for modern can and Israeli clinics. It is a in Zagreb for a diagnostics, pain relieving member of the prestigious medical procedure spine surgery, and sports family of the Leading Hos- Gcan choose from medicine, cooperating with pitals of the World, and was superbly equipped and leading European, Ameri- recently awarded Global world-renowned medical Healthcare Accreditation. services, while in the vicinity of Zagreb, numerous clinics, SURROUNDED BY NATURE spas and hot springs offer Thanks to the natural min- therapy, medical rehabilita- eral oil naftalan, the special- tion and wellness programs ty hospital Naftalan in Ivanić on an international level. Grad holds a special place in “The Zagreb area is just medical rehabilitation and RECOGNIZABLE QUALITY as attractive, with thermal treatment of rheumatic and One of these clinics is springs and medicinal spas, dermatological problems. the Magdalena Clinic for as well as Kvarner and Terme Tuhelj offers various Cardiovascular Disease, the sea also being at our health and spa treatments, the leading cardiovascular fingertips, which our visitors from aquacise, electrothera- disease centre in the region recognize” py and fango therapy (with located in Krapinske Toplice, medicinal mud) to standard Martina Bienenfeld, director of with almost 12,000 patients Zagreb Tourist Board treatments for body and examined annually. The soul care. Akromion Special Hospital The healing properties for Orthopaedic Surgery, of thermal water and the the largest private wellness and spa offer

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With specialty hospitals and spa offer, let the Zagreb surroundings nurture you back to wellbeing

Let’s Get Moving! Zagreb offers a number of options for all active holiday lovers PARADISE FOR GOLFERS the first public park in SWIMMING IN JARUN The stretch along the Sava South East Europe. On hot summer days River includes golf courses, refreshment can be found open during spring and JOGGING AT BUNDEK on large pebble beaches summer months. Early morning jogging of Jarun, with five Blue provides the perfect Flags guaranteeing the ON TWO WHEELS departure from the busy safety of the “Zagreb The bicycle is one of the daily routine, on the days Sea”. favourite means of trans- when you need some portation - 21 public bicycle peace. HIKING ON locations provide a bike to MEDVEDNICA start your Zagreb adventure. The most popular excur- sion destination for the A WALK IN MAKSIMIR people of Zagreb is Medv- If you want to completely ednica, a protected nature get away from the city park which includes as crowds, visit the Maksimir many as eight forest Park, opened in 1794 as reserves. Photo: M. Vrdoljak, Zagreb Tourist Board Archive

11 CITY OF ZAGREB || EXPLORE THE CITY When in Zagreb... Experience the true Zagreb – just like the locals!

Take a ride on Taste “štruk- Wait for the noon the funicular, the le” - a cottage at Lotrščak Tower 1. world’s shortest 4. cheese-filled 7. - Grič cannon is railway line. strudel! fired every day at noon.

Visit a unique Visit pictur- See and be seen museum - Mu- esque Dolac at the Špica 2. seum of Broken 5. market, 8. - drink coffee Relationships. Zagreb’s biggest and in cafes around Petar most charming farmers’ Preradović Square. Visit the Zagreb market. Cathedral and Enjoy a walk 3. explore the Bring home a in Zagreb timeless charm of Zagreb gingerbread 9. parks. Upper Town. 6. heart, a unique colorful souvenir made Go under- of honey dough. ground and 10.explore Grič Tunnel.

Photo: J. Duval, Zagreb Tourist Board Archive Zagreb Tourist Duval, J. Photo: 12 CITY OF ZAGREB || EVENTS 4 Seasons Every season is the rightin one to visit Zagreb!Zagreb Photo: Fotosofia, Zagreb Tourist Board Archive Zagreb Fotosofia, Photo: Photo: S. Kaštelan, Zagreb Tourist Board Archive Board Archive Zagreb Tourist S. Kaštelan, Photo: Photo: S. Kaštelan, Zagreb Tourist Board Archive Board Archive Zagreb Tourist S. Kaštelan, Photo:

March startsSpring with the Festival of Lights, White Night,Autumn an all-night event dedi- and from April to October, the Zagreb Time cated to art, is held at the beginning of Machine evokes the city’s past. The spring October, with eagerly awaited Zagreb Film is reserved for the international street fes- Festival and Zagreb Marathon. tival Cest is d’Best, and Summer on Stross hails the summer.

WinterThe end of the year is reserved for Advent, ADVENT voted the best IN ZAGREB one in Europe, while the new For the third year in a row year starts Zagreb has been voted the with the Snow best advent destination Queen slalom Photo: H. Pilic, Zagreb Tourist Board Archive according to the European race. Best Destinations portal Summer beginsSummer with Design District Zagreb Event. In June visitors flock to the INmusic Festival, the biggest open-air festival in Croatia and also among the best music festivals in the world. Court- yards manifestation is held in July, while the end of the summer is marked by the Hanžeković Memorial, an international

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YOU CAN FIND A LIST OF ALL THE EVENTS ON WWW.INFOZAGREB.HR 13 CITY OF ZAGREB || VISIT ZAGREB CITY OF ZAGREB ZAGREB CARD Best Way to Experience Zagreb With all the discounts it offers, Zagreb Card is your best travel companion

he ZAGREB CARD is your ideal travel companion through Zagreb – it offers free city transport and Photo: J. Duval, Zagreb Tourist Board Archive funicular rides, free entrance to four prestigious Board Archive Zagreb Tourist D. Rostuhar, Photo: Tcity museums, the Zagreb Eye viewpoint and the Zoo, as well as discounts in 70 different places. It is IMPORTANT TELEPHONE available in 24 and 72 hour versions. NUMBERS The ZAGREB CARD can be purchased online through a web shop and be picked up at the Tourist Information 112 Centre at Ban Jelačić Square 11. It is also available at the General Emergency reception of many hotels and hostels in Zagreb and in some tourist agencies. 192 Police 193 Fire Brigade 194 Ambulance 11802 International Information Enjoy all the benefits of Zagreb 18981 Card – including General Information free city rides and entrance 0800 53 53 to must-see Zagreb Tourist Information attractions (free when dialled from within Croatia)

VISA REGIME IN CROATIA Information about the visa regime between Croatia and all other countries is available from the Ministry of For- eign and European Afairs. 14 CITY OF ZAGREB || VISIT ZAGREB

b Tou , Zagre rist Bo val ard Du A : J. rch to iv ho e P Photo: J. Duval, Zagreb Tourist Board Archive Photo: J. Duval, Zagreb Tourist Board Archive What You Need to Know Exploring Zagreb is easier if you have all the necessary information at your fingertips

CURRENCY CLIMATE ELECTRICITY SUPPLY Croatian currency is Zagreb has a moderate called Kuna (HRK). continental climate with 220 v, 50Hz. Currency denominations four separate seasons. Standard European include: Summers are usually hot two-pin plug. Coins: 1, 2, 10, 20, 50 Lipa; and dry with average tem- 1, 2, 5 Kuna peratures between 20-25

Notes: 10, 20, 50, 100, 200, 500 °C. Winters are fairly cold WATER and 1000 kn Kuna with average temperatures Tap water in Zagreb is safe between 1-5 °C. The warm- for drinking. 1 Kuna = 100 Lipa est months of the year are Money can be exchanged July and August while the at exchange offices, banks, post coldest are January and Find out more on offices and hotels. February. www.infozagreb.hr Why Choose Zagreb? • Zagreb guarantees quality with competitive prices • Zagreb is close • Zagreb offers more

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TOURIST INFO CENTRE Trg bana J. Jelačića 11

T: +385 (0) 1 48 14 051, T: +385 (0) 1 48 14 052, T: +385 (0) 1 48 14 054 Email: [email protected] Visit www.infozagreb.hr ZAGREB

TOURIST INFO CENTRE CENTRE OF MEDICAL LOTRŠČAK TOWER Strossmayerovo šetalište T: +385 (0) 1 48 51 510 EXCELLENCE Email: [email protected]

TOURIST INFO CENTRE ZAGREB CENTRAL RAILWAY STATION Trg kralja Tomislava 12

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TOURIST INFO CENTRE MAIN BUS STATION Avenija Marina Držića 4

T: +385 (0) 1 61 15 507, T: +385 (0) 1 61 15 508 Email: [email protected]

TOURIST INFO CENTRE FRANJO TUĐMAN AIRPORT Ulica Rudolfa Fizira 21, Velika Gorica

T: +385 (0) 1 62 65 091 Email: [email protected]

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