Varazdin is a grossly underrated Croatian tourist destination. Known as “Little Vienna” among Croatians, due to its stunning Baroque character, it was actually briefly the nation’s capital, from 1756 to 1776. It was during this time that the UNESCO awarded cobblestoned, pastel-hued Old Town (though it was new at the time) was born, the highlight of which is the Castle.
A small city, it is home to around 40,000 and is located 80km away from today's capital of Zagreb so all you have to do is find a vacation rental in Zagreb and it is an easy day trip. And a perfect day trip it is. This incredible city and castle are both rather well-kept secrets and well off the beaten track. While there is little infrastructure for tourists to rely on, there is also an air of authenticity and an unhurried way of life that allows for greater appreciation of your rather picturesque surroundings. A trip to the city and castle is a little like stepping right into a fairy tale.
A small city, it is home to around 40,000 and is located 80km away from today's capital of Zagreb so all you have to do is find a vacation rental in Zagreb and it is an easy day trip. And a perfect day trip it is. This incredible city and castle are both rather well-kept secrets and well off the beaten track. While there is little infrastructure for tourists to rely on, there is also an air of authenticity and an unhurried way of life that allows for greater appreciation of your rather picturesque surroundings. A trip to the city and castle is a little like stepping right into a fairy tale.
