Jarun Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Jarun
Leave the city behind and escape to this artificial lake and recreation center for swimming, cycling and other outdoor activities.
Recreational Sports Center Jarun
Catch an event at Recreational Sports Center Jarun during your trip to Zagreb. Wander the beaches and parks while you're in the area.
Zagreb Cathedral
With its twin Gothic spires soaring over the city, this iconic neo-Gothic cathedral is Zagreb’s most recognizable edifice.
Arena Zagreb
Catch an event at Arena Zagreb during your trip to Zagreb. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Ban Jelacic Square
Admire a range of architectural styles, watch street performers and browse the stalls of a Christmas market at this lively square.
St. Mark's Church
An emblem of the city, this 13th-century church is best known for its much photographed multicolored roof tiles.
Activities
Plitvice Lakes with Ticket & Rastoke Guided Tour from Zagreb
Ljubljana & Lake Bled from Zagreb with Small Group Option
From Zagreb: Ljubljana and Lake Bled Guided Day Trip
Zagreb to Ljubljana & Lake Bled Guided SMALL Group Tour (max 8)
Our pick of the best Jarun Hotel Deals
Hotel Esplanade Zagreb
"Clean and excellent location. Needs a bit of a refresh to the rooms. But a great stay in a really nice city."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Zonar Zagreb by Maistra City Vibes
"Very nice hotel. Staff was very nice. The parking lot was full and we had to find street parking a few blocks over. One of the staff used her phone to help pay for parking (and we paid her)."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Best Western Premier Hotel Astoria
"Staff was very pleasant and helpful. Parking and breakfast were bonus items as we had difficulty in other locations throughout the trip."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
The Westin Zagreb
"Very police and friendly staff - even late night room service staff."
Reviewed on 3 June 2026
Hotel Dubrovnik
"Great stay!"
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Novotel Zagreb
"Great personnel, installation, and breakfast. Closer to the airport than to city centre. There is a bus that goes to city centre and its stop is just across the street; however that bus only comes once every 40 minutes. Gym has weights and a bar for bench press as well as dumbbells. Kinda small, ..."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Jarun
Donji Grad
You'll enjoy the museums and cafes in Donji Grad. You might want to make time for a stop at Zrinjevac or Botanical Garden.
Novi Zagreb
Novi Zagreb is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Zagreb Fair Grounds and Arena Zagreb.
Gornji Grad
While visiting Gornji Grad, you might make a stop by sights like Tkalciceva Street and Dolac.
Trnje
If you're spending some time in Trnje, Vatroslav Lisinski Concert Hall and Bocarski Dom are top sights worth seeing.
Martinovka
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Martinovka and surrounding area, you can visit Botanical Garden and Zrinjevac.
