The Gothic parish church of Zagreb's Upper Town, famed for its colourful tiled roof showing the coats of arms of Croatia and Zagreb.
St. Mark's Church stands on the Upper Town square beside the Croatian Parliament and the government buildings. Its tiled roof, installed in the 1880 reconstruction, displays the medieval coat of arms of the united Kingdom of Croatia, Dalmatia and Slavonia on one side and the Zagreb city arms on the other. The Gothic south portal is filled with 15 sculptures. The interior holds frescoes by Jozo Kljaković and sculptures by Ivan Meštrović, but is open only at limited times.
| Admission | Free |
|---|---|
| Hours | Exterior always viewable; interior generally open only for services and during summer tourist hours |
| Typical visit | 20 minutes |
| Best time | Morning for the roof photo |
| Getting there | Funicular to the Upper Town then walk 5 minutes, or tram 6 or 11 to Britanski trg and walk up |
| Address | Trg Svetog Marka 5, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia |
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Location
Trg Svetog Marka 5, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia
45.8165, 15.9735 View on map
Highlights
- Iconic tiled roof with coats of arms
- Gothic south portal with 15 statues
- Meštrović crucifix inside
Tips for visiting
- Interior often closed to sightseers; plan for the exterior
- The square in front is the best photo spot
- Parliament and government buildings next door can only be viewed from outside
When to visit
Mornings.
Accessibility
The square is cobbled; the entrance has a small step.
Frequently asked questions
Can visitors enter?
Usually only outside services or in the summer tourist hours; check posted notices.
What do the roof arms mean?
The Triune Kingdom's arms on one side and Zagreb's on the other.