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Things to see in Osijek (Croatia): 21 places and when to go
Osijek is a town in Croatia with around 95,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 21 places in and around it, mainly Temples (4), History (4), Food and drink (4). The best known are Osijek Co-cathedral, Tvrđa and Gornje Podunavlje. The best time to come is May to October; also possible: March to April and November. In June there are 15 h 28 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 31. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Croatia · 45.5504, 18.68
- Population
- About 95,000
- Places
- 21 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Temples (4) · History (4) · Food and drink (4) · Hiking (4) · With kids (3) · Wildlife (2)
- Best time
- May to October.
- Also possible
- March to April and November.
- Nearest airport
- ZAG Velika Gorica, 204 km as the crow flies
What to see in Osijek
The places in and around Osijek, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Osijek Co-cathedralCo-cathedral in Osijek, Croatia1.2 km
- TvrđaOld town in Osijek, Croatia1.7 km
- Gornje PodunavljeProtected area29 km
- Osijek Archaeological MuseumArchaeological museum in Osijek, Croatia1.7 km
- MursaRoman fort2.7 km
- Church of Saint Michael, OsijekChurch in Osijek, Croatia1.6 km
- Osijek Zoo and AquariumWith kids · Wildlife2.5 km
- Bizovačke topliceThermal spa in Croatia18 km
- Church of St. George, BobotaChurch in Bobota, Croatia20 km
- Savoy Castle, BiljeCastle8.2 km
- Esterhazy castle in DardaCastle8.0 km
- Shrine of Our Lady of RefugeCatholic pilgrimage site near Osijek21 km
- Apatin BreweryFood and drink27 km
- E7-03: Sombor – BačHiking27 km
- Erdutski vinogradi d.o.o.Winery30 km
- Gradski bazeniWith kids1.2 km
- Osječka pivovaraBrewery4.4 km
- ST318 Sombor - ApatinHiking29 km
- ST353 Osijek - VukovarHiking17 km
- Sultans TrailLong-distance footpath from Vienna to Istanbul28 km
- Vinski muzej TeutoburgiumWinery25 km
When to go to Osijek
The best time to visit Osijek is May to October; also possible: March to April and November. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBetter not8:53
- FebBetter not10:09
- MarPossible11:37
- AprPossible13:18
- MayBest time14:42
- JunBest time15:28
- JulBest time15:09
- AugBest time13:56
- SepBest time12:18
- OctBest time10:41
- NovPossible9:14
- DecBetter not8:31
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 28 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 31. In May, 21 of the 21 places are at their best.
When to go to Croatia in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Osijek
The nearest main airport is Zagreb Franjo Tuđman International Airport (ZAG, Velika Gorica), 204 km as the crow flies. How to get around Croatia (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Belišće5 places26 km
- Suza8 places26 km
- Vukovar11 places36 km
- Slavonski Brod7 places68 km
- Velika14 places80 km
- Đurđevac6 places137 km
And all of Croatia, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Osijek?
The best known: Osijek Co-cathedral, Tvrđa, Gornje Podunavlje, Osijek Archaeological Museum, Mursa. In all, 21 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Osijek?
May to October; also possible: March to April and November. In June there are 15 h 28 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 31.
How do you get to Osijek?
The nearest main airport is Zagreb Franjo Tuđman International Airport (ZAG), 204 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Osijek as the destination and these 21 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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