2 Best Sights in Zagreb and Environs, Croatia

Dolac Market

Gornji Grad

Farmers from the countryside set up stalls here daily, though the market is busiest on Saturday and Sunday mornings. On the upper level, fresh fruit and vegetables, along with flowers, traditional souvenirs, and artisan goods from honey to fresh juices are displayed on an open-air piazza. Goods are sold under the protective shade of oversized umbrellas with a distinctive red color, known as Šestinski kišobrani (much smaller versions form part of the traditional garb of Zagreb's Šestine region). Dairy products and meats are sold in an indoor market below.  When you get tired of shopping, pop into one of the stylish eateries right by the market, such as Salo or Broom44, for delicious pastries, brunch, and some of the best coffee in town.

Varaždin City Market

Enjoy the smells of fresh fruits and vegetables, plus the friendly clamor of locals negotiating the best prices, with a stop at the City Market, open from around 7 am to 2 pm. The open-air marketplace also features a number of bakeries and meat and fish stores.