Don’t Leave the Kids at Home The Observatory (Zvjezdarnica) An observatory is where you should head to make use of all those wishes you’ve been stockpiling over the years. It is located in the picturesque surroundings of Gornji Grad (upper town). The building continues to be a key post for scientific observation of natural astronomical phenomena, and regularly hosts visitors – both young and old – looking for a peek at stardust.C‑1, Opatička 22, tel. (+385-1) 485 13 55, www.zvjezdarnica.hr. Open Wed & Thu 20:0021:30. Admission free. For organized tours call (+3851) 485 13 55. Kid ‘s friendly: It is defintiely worth going onto the Zagreb’s funicular and once you reach the Upper town, the views of the city and beyond will give you goose bumps, especially from the Lotrščak Tower. Backo Train Museum - Backo Mini Express The largest model train set in Southeast Europe. It is a miniature wonderland where no detail has been spared. With a kilometre of tracks winding from underfoot to overhead, this miniature world is a favourite for small children, while at the same time just as interesting for discerning adults of all ages. Enthusiasts of the genre will be mesmerized by the over 100 model train compositions: featuring passenger trains to freighters and everything in between. Not to be outdone, hundreds of roads are set into the stunning scenery and are alive will all manner of moving motor vehicles; complete with stoplights and traffic signals. Unique to Backo is a model ski hill complete with tiny skiers carving up the face of this one-of-a-kind feature. B‑2,Gundulićeva 4, tel. (+385-) 098 20 28 83, www.backo.hr. Open 12:00-20:00;closed Mon. From January 7, be sure to check the opening hours on their website. Tickets 30/35kn. Kid ‘s friendly: Once you’ve visited the Backo Mini Express, honk into Magnolia, a famous Zagreb pattisserie with fresh cakes made from fresh ingredients and a selection of hot and cold teas and beverages. They pay attention to detail and serving! Museum of Illusions (Muzej Iluzija) Test your perception at this amazing and unique Museum in this part of Europe where things do not appear as they should, and that is where the fun begins. An adventure of visual and sensual stimuli is about to test your very perception, or is it deception? Best of all, a transformation of the premises has just occurred with stereograms, illusion chairs and a kaleidoscope amongst the new features. Test your skills with amazing visual and sensory challenges open for all ages and in both Croatian/English. Find the solutions to all of the illusions! B‑2, Ilica 72, tel. (+385-1) 799 96 09 / (+385-) 091 942 20 07, www.muzejiluzija.com. Open 09:00–22:00. Admission 50/30kn.Family ticket 120kn (includes two adults plus two small children). Kid ‘s friendly: Now that you have mastered the Museum of Illusions, dive into a world of fables and books that you can sit, read and discuss together with your child at Planetopija bookstore. facebook.com/ZagrebInYourPocket
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