Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
664K
Population
641 km2
Area
302 Mbps
Internet
127m
Elevation
UTC+01:00
Timezone
ZAG (11km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Zagreb is the capital and largest city of Croatia. It is in the north of the country, along the Sava river, at the southern slopes of the Medvednica mountain. Zagreb stands near the international border between Croatia and Slovenia at an elevation of approximately 158 m (518 ft) above sea level. At the 2021 census, the city itself had a populati...
QUICK FACTS
Country
Croatia
Region
Southeast Europe
Population
664K
Timezone
UTC+01:00
Elevation
127 m
Language
Croatian
Status
Capital City
Airport
ZAG
GPS
45.81, 15.98
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Food
603 restaurants mapped in Zagreb
Tech
302 Mbps average download — faster than most capital cities worldwide
Economy
46% cheaper than New York City based on overall cost of living index
INFRASTRUCTURE
15,534 total POIs 24.2 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
603
Cafes
1,098
Bars
281
Fast Food
229
Shopping
Supermarkets
174
Convenience
512
Shopping Malls
47
Healthcare
Hospitals
23
Clinics
245
Pharmacies
217
Education
Schools
577
Universities
93
Libraries
56
Recreation
Parks
1,183
Playgrounds
848
Sports
266
Cinemas
16
Museums
46
Theatres
26
Transport
Bus Stops
2,038
Train Stations
284
Fuel Stations
110
Services
Banks
188
ATMs
468
Post Offices
75
Police
17
Fire Stations
43
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
302 Mbps
Download
176 Mbps
Upload
6ms
Latency
51,531
Tests
17,409
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
Best time to visit: May - Sep
4°
J
5°
F
9°
M
14°
A
19°
M
22°
J
23°
J
22°
A
19°
S
14°
O
9°
N
5°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 13.6 C Range: 3.8 - 23.4 C Rain: 1,015 mm/year Sunshine: 3,117 h/year
CITY SCORES
95.8
Nomad Index
B
Livability
37.5
Culture
57.3
Overall
COST OF LIVING
CIndex relative to New York City (NYC = 100)
53.7
Overall
46% cheaper than NYC
20.2
Rent
80% cheaper than NYC
51.9
Groceries
48% cheaper than NYC
54.7
Restaurants
45% cheaper than NYC
AIRPORT
ZAG
Zagreb Franjo Tuđman International Airport
11 km from center
Very close — ~17 min ride
FUN FACTS
Zagreb ( ZAH-greb; Croatian: [zǎːɡreb] ) is the capital and largest city of Croatia.
It is in the north of the country, along the Sava river, at the southern slopes of the Medvednica mountain.
The oldest settlement in the vicinity of the city was the Roman Andautonia, in today's Šćitarjevo.
The historical record of the name "Zagreb" dates from 1134, in reference to the foundation of the settlement at Kaptol in 1094.
In 1851, Janko Kamauf became Zagreb's first mayor.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Zagreb known for?
Zagreb is a city in Croatia. It offers a range of cultural, historical, and natural attractions.
How fast is the internet in Zagreb?
Zagreb has an average download speed of 302 Mbps and upload speed of 176 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Zagreb?
Zagreb has an average year-round temperature of approximately 13.6 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Zagreb?
Zagreb is served by ZAG (Zagreb Franjo Tuđman International Airport), approximately 11 km from the city center.
What is the population of Zagreb?
The population of Zagreb is approximately 664K.
What infrastructure does Zagreb have?
Zagreb has 15,534 mapped points of interest, including 603 restaurants, 23 hospitals, 577 schools.
What country is Zagreb in?
Zagreb is located in Croatia.