4 Best Nightlife in Zagreb and Environs, Croatia

Swanky Monkey Garden

Donji Grad Fodor's choice

A trendy vintage bar in an industrial space (a former dry cleaning and textile dye factory) with exposed brick and lofty ceilings, this bar has outdoor seating on a beautiful terrace covered in lights, as well as a pool section in summer. Parties and music events are common here, the on-site hostel is rarely empty, and the adjacent restaurant (SOI) offers delicious Asian fusion fare to edge out Varionica craft beers, available in the bar.

Alcatraz

Donji Grad

With a lively combination of Zagreb students, partiers, and people looking for a chill night out, plus great drinks on the cheaper side and good music (usually rock), this bar can be a bit of a tight squeeze but is a favorite among both locals and visitors seeking to make friends in the city.

Bulldog Zagreb

Donji Grad

At night the bar vibes turn up at this café-cum-wine-bar and bistro, and you can often enjoy live stand-up (in English), as well as soul, rock, blues, and jazz performers. During the morning and afternoon, there's coffee sipping and people-watching. This popular split-level venue also has a lively summer terrace.

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Rock Art Caffe

On Saturday, stop by this café, which draws in young party-lovers for dancing and DJ tunes below vaulted ceilings covered with LED lights. During the day, it's a peaceful café, ideal for enjoying coffee or beer on the outdoor terrace.