Varaždin’s oldest four-star hotel may not have the 'wow factor' but it makes up for it with helpful staff, spacious and well-outfitted rooms with satellite TV (plenty of English and German channels), cheerful lemon sofas and bright orange tiled bathrooms. The location is unbeatable as well.
Hotel Istra
Zagorje
Lonely Planet's must-see attractions
Church of Virgin Mary of Jerusalem
24.07 MILES
This baroque church, built in 1761, is one of Zagorje's most important pilgrimage sites and is well worth the uphill walk from the centre. Outside, the…
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23.82 MILES
Ptuj Castle is an agglomeration of styles from the 14th to the 18th centuries, but it is nonetheless a majestic sight, sitting high on the hill…
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This castle, 80km northwest of Zagreb, is worth a visit for its well-presented museum and attractive grounds. The exact origin of its construction is…
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Basilica of the Patroness Mary
27.8 MILES
The pilgrimage Basilica of the Patroness Mary, in Ptujska Gora village 14km southwest of Ptuj, contains one of the most treasured objects in Slovenia: a…
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Museum of the Krapina Neanderthal
24.86 MILES
Those with kids should make a beeline to this brilliant museum which explores the history of the universe, earth and humanity, as well as highlighting the…
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23.69 MILES
Funnel-shaped Slovenski trg is the centre of old Ptuj. The 16th-century City Tower dominates the square's eastern side. Roman tombstones and sacrificial…
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0.24 MILES
This whitewashed fortress, a gem of medieval defensive architecture housed inside the Stari Grad (Old Town), is surrounded by a manicured park…
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23.76 MILES
Pedestrian Prešernova ulica was the town’s market in the Middle Ages. The arched spans above some of the narrow side streets support older buildings. The…
Nearby Zagorje attractions
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This striking Romanesque-Gothic structure has been the town hall since the 16th century. Notice the town’s coat of arms at the foot of the tower and the…
2. Cathedral of the Assumption
0.07 MILES
This former Jesuit church, located southeast of Trg Kralja Tomislava, was built in 1646. The facade is distinguished by an early baroque portal bearing…
3. Franciscan Church & Monastery of St John the Baptist
0.12 MILES
Built in 1650 in baroque style on the site of an earlier structure, this church contains the town’s tallest tower (54.5m) and houses an ancient pharmacy…
4. Statue of Bishop Grgur Ninski
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The sculpture of medieval Croatian bishop Grgur Ninski was made by renowned Croatian sculptor Ivan Meštrović; it's a copy of the artist's original bronze…
5. Gallery of Old & Modern Masters
0.13 MILES
The rococo-style Sermage Palace, which houses the gallery, was built in 1759. Note the carved medallions on the facade and pay a quick visit to the museum…
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This entomological collection, housed in the classicist Hercer Palace, comprises nearly 4500 exhibits of the bug world, including 1000 different insect…
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Demonstrations of pottery, weaving, beekeeping and hat-making re-create the olden times here and there's a couple of market stalls where you can buy…
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This stunning theatre was built in 1873 in neo-Renaissance style, following the designs of Hermann Helmer.