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St Mark’s Church, Zagreb

Zagreb's iconic church with a tiled roof showing the coats of arms of Croatia and the city.

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Time needed
30 min
Entry
Free (exterior)
Best time
Morning
Area
Upper Town

A church with a tiled roof showing coats of arms.

Where it is & how to get there

Address: Trg Sv. Marka 5, 10000 Zagreb

  • Funicular: Ride the short Zagreb funicular up to the Upper Town.
  • On foot: About 10 minutes from Ban Jelačić Square.
  • Interior: Usually only open for services.

The story of St Mark's Church

St Mark's Church dates back to the 13th century and stands in the Upper Town (Gornji Grad), opposite the Croatian Parliament and government buildings.

Its colourful roof, tiled in the late 19th century, shows the medieval arms of Croatia, Dalmatia and Slavonia on one side and the coat of arms of Zagreb on the other.

Best time to visit

Best season

All year; December for Advent.

Best time of day

Morning light on the roof.

Security

The square is near government buildings; access may be restricted.

Tips before you go

  • Combine with the Upper Town walk.
  • Ride the funicular, one of the shortest in the world.
  • Watch the noon cannon fire from Lotrščak Tower.

Best hotels near St Mark's Church

Well-known hotels within easy reach. Check prices and availability for your dates.

Esplanade Zagreb

Grand 1925 hotel near the station.

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Hotel Dubrovnik

Central hotel on Ban Jelačić Square.

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All hotels near St Mark's Church

What's around St Mark's Church

  • Lotrščak TowerFires a cannon at noon.
  • Stone GateShrine in a medieval gate.
  • Museum of Broken RelationshipsUnusual museum.
  • Zagreb CathedralTwin-spired cathedral.

Questions travellers ask

Can I go inside St Mark's?

Usually only during services.

What is on the roof?

The coats of arms of Croatia and Zagreb.

How do I get there?

By funicular or a short walk.

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