Visit Peščenica – Žitnjak
Popular places to visit
Ban Jelacic Square
Admire a range of architectural styles, watch street performers and browse the stalls of a Christmas market at this lively square.
Zagreb City Museum
Delve through the depths of time in a museum based in the spacious halls of a convent from the 17th century.
Zagreb Cathedral
With its twin Gothic spires soaring over the city, this iconic neo-Gothic cathedral is Zagreb’s most recognizable edifice.
Jarun
Leave the city behind and escape to this artificial lake and recreation center for swimming, cycling and other outdoor activities.
Zagreb Zoo
Take the family to see exotic animal species, such as lions, monkeys and tapirs, in this intimate zoo, set in the lush Maksimir Park.
St. Mark's Church
An emblem of the city, this 13th-century church is best known for its much photographed multicolored roof tiles.
Things to do
Ljubljana and Bled Small Group Tour from Zagreb with guide
From Zagreb: Plitvice & Rastoke Guided Day Trip with Ticket
Ljubljana with Funicular and Lake Bled from Zagreb
Plitvice Lakes and Rastoke Small-Group with Ticket (ENG or ESP)
Rastoke and Plitvice Lakes Guided Day Tour
Day Tour to LJUBLJANA LAKE BLED with minivan 8pax max from Zagreb
Top hotels in Peščenica – Žitnjak
Novotel Zagreb
Clean. Nice staff.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Zonar Zagreb by Maistra City Vibes
Friendly
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
The Westin Zagreb
Great bed, sheets and pillows. Endless hot water and really good water pressure. The room is dated and carpeted but clean. Big busy hotel in a nice location in Zagreb. You can walk to everything. We didn’t have breakfast.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Hotel International by Maistra City Vibes
excellent room, comfortable bed, Helpful staff
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Sheraton Zagreb Hotel
Great customer service, clean spacious rooms, definitely recommend this hotel to everyone!
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Hotel Dubrovnik
Room was spacious and spotless.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Peščenica – Žitnjak
Folka
When in Folka, you can plan a visit to Vatroslav Lisinski Concert Hall and Maksimir Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Peščenica
When in Peščenica, you can plan a visit to Maksimir Stadium and Zagreb Zoo, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Kanal
Kanal might not have many top sights, but Nama and Victims of Fascism Square are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Marin Držić
Marin Držić might not have many top sights, but Vatroslav Lisinski Concert Hall and Zrinjevac are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Eugen Kvaternik
While Eugen Kvaternik may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Maksimir Stadium and Park Maksimir.
Trnje
If you're spending some time in Trnje, Vatroslav Lisinski Concert Hall and Bocarski Dom are top sights worth seeing.
