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ARENA CENTAR Arena Centar is the favorite shopping center in Zagreb and beyond because it is a safe, relaxed and friendly for all. To keep it that way, we kindly ask our visitors to pay special attention to the preventive measures, procedures and recommendations we have taken at the Arena Centar due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Check the opening hours of the Arena Center at this link.QH‑5, Ulica Vice Vukova 6, tel. (+385‑1) 666 14 11, www.arenacentar.hr/en/. Open 09:00‑21:00.

bASHOTA The Bashota goldsmith family has been creating remarkable jewelry since 1924. Along with hard work, knowledge, skill, design originality and a wide range of unique models,they are able to satisfy every wish. The offer includes graceful coral jewellery, traditional items such as Licitar hearts, as well as many other symbols of Zagreb and Croatian history. Also at Ilica 69 (A-2). Open 08:30 - 20:00, Sat 09:00 - 14:00. Closed Sun.QB‑2, Ilica 37, tel. (+385‑1) 483 36 23. Open 08:00‑13:00, 16:00‑20:00; Sat 09:00‑ 14:00; closed Sun. A bON TON STORE & GAllERy Bon Ton is a delightfully cosy boutique and art gallery combo. It doesn’t scream chic, it whispers it seductively. Here you’ll find Paul and Joe, Paul and Joe Sister, to name but two lines, as well Essential Antwerp and Closed. The walls play host to rotating artists, so check out their website to see who’s being exhibited at any given time. Music plays a part in the art space, and if you’re lucky, you could find dj Hell launching their new colaboration project. QC‑3, Mesićeva 3, tel. (+385‑) 099 500 20 56, www. bontongallery.com. Open 12:00‑17:00; Sat 10:00‑15:00; closed Sun. You can make an appointment in the show‑ room.

bORNSTEIN This is a boutique wine store in town and it’s run by a team that will tell you the A-Z of the fine grape drop. Its owners have reinvigorated this immaculate wine bar located just above the Zagreb Cathedral, in a 19th century basement. Over 300 wines are available from small family owned wineries to the more prestige sorts.QC‑1, Kaptol 19, tel. (+385‑1) 481 23 61, www.bornstein.hr. Open 10:00‑ 20:00; closed Sun. A CEROvEčkI Handmade umbrellas.QB‑2, Ilica 49, tel. (+385‑1) 484 74 17, www.kisobrani‑cerovecki.hr. Open 08:30‑19:30; Sat 08:30‑14:30; closed Sun. A CHARlIE dESIGN Our friends’ favourite shop because it is classy, elegant, sophisticated with beautiful clothing materials. Friendly staff.QD‑2, Vlaška 47, tel. (+385‑) 091 455 44 16, www. charlie‑design.hr. Open 11:00‑18:00; Sat 10:00‑14:00; closed Sun. From August 23 Open 10.00 ‑ 19:00, Sat 10:00 ‑ 14:00. Closed Sun. A facebook.com/ZagrebInYourPocket

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bOOkARA Bookara is a neighborhood bookstore and sells quality fiction, science fiction, comics, popular science, philosophy, top journalism. They also offer a board game program, and nurture an individualized approach and are interested in what their customers want to read.QMaksimirska 39, tel. (+385‑) 091 510 86 34. Open 12:00‑21:00; Sat 11:00‑21:00; closed Sun. A fRAkTuRA The Fraktura bookshop was opened in 2020 by the successful family-owned Fraktura publishing house as a place where literature and reading to be nurtured by people with a true love for the written word, and as a place where such people can meet, chat and find inspiration for the best titles to read, both from new talent and established names. The interior design is wonderfully creative and calming, making this a truly inviting home for booklovers. QUlica kneza Mislava 17, tel. (+385 ‑ 1) 335 78 63, www.fraktura.hr/. Open 09:00‑21:00; Sat 10:00‑15:00; closed Sun. AJ plANETOpIjA This bright and welcoming bookshop specialises in everything related to healthy living: cookery books, vegetarianism, environmentalism, conscious parenting, health and personal development - in Croatian and in English. There’s a lovely selection of books designed to awaken ethical sensibilities in children, plus a range of eco-friendly toys and gifts for everyone.QB‑2, Ilica 68, tel. (+385‑1) 484 61 97, www.planetopija.hr. Open 11:00‑20:00; Sat 09:00‑15:00; closed Sun. From August 23 Open 09:00 ‑ 20:00, Sat 09:00 ‑ 15:00. Closed Sun. AJ upI2M bOOkS Upi2m bookstore specializes in books from the fields of architecture, construction, design and art, but also other scientific and professional fields. the bookstore specializes in books from the fields of architecture, construction, design and art, but also other scientific and professional fields. QMedulićeva 20, tel. (+385 ‑ 01) 492 13 89, www. upi2mbooks.hr/. Open 08:00‑19:00; Sat 10:00‑ 14:00; closed Sun. August 02 ‑ 20 Open 09:00 ‑ 17:00. Closed Sat & Sun.

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ClOud&CO A brand that has existed for a decade Cloud & Co. has only recently decided to open their own city centre location. A quick look at what’s on offer will give explanation as to the name, with the jewellery on display prominently featuring crescent moons, stars, and clouds...stellar motifs indeed. There are also semi-precious stones in use, and the metal used is silver or gold-plated silver. Necklaces can be converted into charm bracelets, with potential additions easily purchased as needed. If there has ever been jewellery you’d never take off, it’s here you likely bought it. Cloud & Co. QC‑2, Preradovićeva 9, tel. (+385‑) 097 654 36 98, www.cloudandcojewelry.com. Open 09:00‑20:00; Sat 09:00‑15:00; closed Sun. A CROATA Croatia, home to the cravat, and home too to Croata, a store in which you will find a rich array of ties, scarves, and more, all made from the finest of silks. Croata boasts several entirely unique designs so gifts from here can be that much more special. Also at Av. Dubrovnik 16 (shopping center Avenue Mall), Vice Vukova 6 (shopping center Arena) and West Gate shopping center.QC‑2, Ilica 5 (Ok‑ togon), tel. (+385‑1) 645 70 52, www.croata.hr. Open 09:00‑20:00; Sat 09:00‑13:00; closed Sun. A dANCING bEAR The best place for real music fans with a grand choice of vintage vinyl and CDs. Accessories such as music motifs printed on shirts, mugs, wine openers and the likes are abundant too.QB‑2, Gundulićeva 7, tel. (+385‑1) 483 08 50, www.dancingbear.hr. Open 09:00‑20:00; Sat 09:00‑ 19:00; closed Sun. A fASHION bOuTIquE dORA Just for the ladies, boutique Dora is a traditional family business that has been designing and manufacturing beautiful women’s clothing for over 30 years. Dora is known for their quality production and feminine designs. Every pattern is made either bespoke or in a small series, and always of the finest natural fabrics. Authentic and tailor made for you!QC‑1, Kamenita 2, tel. (+385‑1) 485 17 63, www.dora‑zagreb.com. Open 08:00‑20:00; Sat 10:00‑15:00; closed Sun. AJ GARdERObA CONCEpT STORE Is fashion your passion? Then head to Garderoba Concept Store (which literally means wardrobe in Croatian) for a completely new range of clothes not to be found elsewhere. Its comprises of top Scandinavian brands which include ‘By Malene Birger, Baum und Pferdgarten, and Rodebjer amongst others. Purpose fully designed, the store is devoted to the concept of slow shopping and has three large wardrobes in the form of a spatial attraction. The attire seeks sophisticated minimalism in a multifunctional style. The lavish interior and quality staff make this shopping experience one to remember.QD‑2, Martićeva 17, tel. (+385‑1) 770 11 77, www.garderobastore.hr/. Open 12:00‑20:00; Sat 10:00‑14:00; closed Sun. From August 17 Open 10:00 ‑ 20:00, Sat 10:00 ‑ 16:00.

jASMINA I luTkICE A beautiful and unique collection of handmade dolls and stuffed animals.QD‑3, Petrinjska 40, tel. (+385‑) 098 79 57 73, www.jasminakosanovic.com. Open 12:00‑20:00; Sat 10:00‑14:00; closed Sun. N jOZEf GjONI They opened in 1971, and since then have been producing unique and one-of-a-kind pieces of jewellery. With a large collection of handmade gold and silver antique pieces, as well as traditional Croatian jewellery, adorned with precious and semi precious gemstones, they offer something for everyone.QC‑2, Ulica Nikole Jurišića 10, tel. (+385‑1) 481 09 02, www.zlatarna‑jozef‑gjoni.hr. Open 09:00‑ 20:00; Sat 09:00‑15:00; closed Sun. AJ kObAlI Beautiful hats.QC‑2, Ilica 5 (Oktogon), tel. (+385) 098 23 85 86/(+385‑) 098 23 85 86. Open 09:00‑20:00; Sat 09:00‑15:00; closed Sun. A

lApIdARIuM - ZlATARNA MARIO Looking for a piece of jewelry that’s truly one-of-a-kind and fits your unique individualized style? Then look no further because Lapidarium offers the perfect solution to your search. Not only do they supply finished jewelry, but they also allow customers to create their own customized pieces for every type of occasion, whether a special event, like a wedding, or for a simple casual night spent out on the town. These original adornments are a unique brand in Croatia and were created by local and international designers that used modern and innovative ideas to make the jewelry. Their use of various shapes and engravings, with precious stones and gems, result in a cutting-edge, yet sophisticated design.QC‑2, Radićeva 10, tel. (+385‑1) 553 06 49, www.lapidarium.eu. Open 10:00‑20:00; Sat 10:00‑15:00; closed Sun. AJ luTAk Lutak is a little cottage industry making handmade toys. It may not be the most shiny and modern,tucked away in the backstreets as it is, buthere you’ll find such endearing characters to capture your children’s imagination. If you’d like to support a local small business this is a great place to find utterly charming gifts for little ones. QTuškanova 34, tel. (+385‑0) 91 892 6084. The atelier is open 18:00 ‑ 20:00, Sat 17:00 ‑ 20:00 and you can al‑ ways call for an appointment.

MARA ETNO buTIk A little boutique run by the charming Vesna Milković, who specialises in fashion design incorporating materials and motifs drawing on Croatian cultural heritage. Her fine lace tops and bags make delightful and unique gifts or souvenirs at sensible prices. Items made to order.QB‑2, Ilica 49, tel. (+385‑ ) 091 112 23 52, www.etnobutik‑mara.com.

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MOduS Designer dinnerwear of a modern design, expect to pay a pretty penny. Fancy.QC‑1, Tkalčićeva 48, tel. (+385‑1) 481 34 70/(+385‑1) 481 34 89, www. modusdesignshop.hr. Open 09:30‑20:00; Sat 09:30‑ 14:30; closed Sun. A

OTvORENI ATElIER luMEZI Zagreb jeweller Lazer Lumezi has become a cult figure among the discerning fashion queens of Zagreb in the 30 years of his career. Culty – maybe. Unusual – definitely.QJ‑3, Vlaška 113, tel. (+385‑) 098 939 71 36. Open 10:00‑19:00; Sat 11:00‑14:00; closed Sun. A

STRIpOvI NA kvAdRAT An abundance of comics from this part of Europe as well as the best known English editions are hot off the press here. Heaps of figurines, t-shirts, badges, toys, games, DVDs and gifts are also available and their website is updated with the latest releases.QC‑3, Preradovićeva 34, tel. (+385‑ 1) 483 77 77, www.stripovi.hr. Open 09:00‑20:00; Sat 09:00‑15:00; closed Sun. A 32 Zagreb In Your Pocket TAkE ME HOME - CROATIAN dESIGN SHOp The perfect place to pick up some chic Croatian gifts and souvenirs created by over 60 local designers. Tote bags with traditional Croatian motifs printed on modern designs, unique jewellery, trendy notebooks and planners, art prints, cool t-shirts, awarded kids’ toys and handmade cosmetics to take home from your trip.QB‑2, Tomićeva 4 (near Funicu‑ lar), tel. (+385‑1) 798 76 32, www.takemehome.hr. Open 09:30‑20:00; Sat 10:00‑15:00; closed Sun. AJ

take Me home - Croatian design Shop Tomićeva 4 (near Funicular) www.takemehome.hr

TOp - NICHE pERfuMERy Shopping for fragrances, then head to TOP for a journey of the senses! Their range includes more than fifty exquisite perfumes, skin care and home fragrance brands including Byredo, Escentric Molecules, Juliette Has A Gun, Profvmvm Roma through to Australian Aesop, Dr. Barbara Sturm and more. Other accessories include hard-to-find scented candles and diffusors amongst other items. So turn your home into a sweetly scented haven! You can find them at two city locations, in Tomićeva Street near the funicular, and on the main Ban Jelačić Square.QTomićeva 4, tel. (+385‑1) 798 09 69, www.top.hr. Open 10:00‑20:00; Sat 10:00‑15:00; closed Sun.

Top - niche perfumery Tomićeva 4 www.top.hr.

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bRITANSkI TRG ANTIquE MARkET Sunday mornings are always an attraction as the antique market is bursting with flair and excitement. Here you will find various decorative things, old books and collectables of both local and international origin. Located in the very heart of the city, the market is a real cultural treat for all fans of antiquity.QA‑2, Britanski trg.

dIRTy Old SHOp The one stop ideal shop for all lovers of vinyl, comics, tshirts with cool prints, posters, original figures of characters from favorite shows, bands, movies and all retro to cool!QI‑3, Tratinska 18, tel. (+385‑1) 557 38 88, www. dirtyoldempire.com. Open 09:00‑20:00; Sat 09:00‑ 14:00; closed Sun. A fREE bIRd We dare you to browse Free Bird’s vinyl collection without getting giddy. Expand your experience of Balkan performers in their regional music section. Misplaced your turntable? They’ve got a roomful starting at 300kn.QA‑4, Tra‑ tinska 50, tel. (+385‑1) 382 18 70, www.freebird.hr. Open 08:30‑20:30; Sat 08:30‑15:00; closed Sun. From 9kn. A HRElIć (jAkušEvAC) flEA MARkET You may meet the Croatian version of the ‘Trotter brothers’ here as this is the city’s largest Sunday flea market. Situated on the outskirts of the city, it is jam packed with goodies from cars, motor-cycles, clothes, to thousands of other handy items. You name it, it’s sure to have it! Bargaining will be fun and do take the time to relish some of the authentic local food and meat dishes on offer! Get in early as merchants leave by noon. The quickest way to get to the Fair is to catch the bus number 295 at the Zapruđe Station, this line is available on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays. For more info visit: www.zet.hr.QK‑5, Sajmišna cesta 8, Jakuševac.

kARMAvINIl Did you grow up with a vinyl record in your hand? Remember those good old days, when all music was on vinyl? If so, then this store will revive some memories, as it is fully stocked with a lot of records (second hand, most of them original pressings) with many rarities that are hard to find anymore. Definitely worth a peek, with lots of music genres covered.QH‑3, Podgorska 3, tel. (+385‑1) 363 36 85, www.karmavinil.com. Open 10:00‑18:00; Sat 10:00‑15:00; closed Sun. From Au‑ gust 25 Open 09:00 ‑ 20:00, Sat 10:00 ‑ 15:00. Closed Sun.

ulIčNI ORMAR The English translation means ‘Street Wardrobe’ and this treasure of a store holds second hand vintage and retro clothes that have stood the test of time. It’s purely vintage with some outstanding items up for grabs. Situated in a small courtyard, only few minutes walking distance from the main square, come and enjoy the atmosphere, music and authenticity of each piece.QC‑3, Nikole Jurišića 16, tel. (+385‑1) 492 65 00, www.ulicni‑ormar.hr. Open 10:00‑20:00; Sat 11:00‑18:00; closed Sun. From 50kn. AJ6

Ulični Ormar Nikole Jurišića 16 www.ulicni-ormar.hr.

vINTAGE CIRCuS This local clothing brand was built around distinctive and unique clothing suggesting that something doesn’t need to be in fashion to be fashionable; refreshing to say the least. The clothes here are made in small series’ by fashion designer Lidija Bošnjak who focuses on detail, high quality materials, functionality and longevity.QD‑2, Jurišićeva 10, tel. (+385 ‑ ) 095 911 16 22, www.vintage‑circus.hr. Open 09:00‑20:00; Sat 09:00‑16:00; closed Sun. A