Erasmus Experience in Zagreb, Croatia by Arianna

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Why did you choose to go to Zagreb, Croatia?

Because it was not so expensive and in winter is magic.

How long is the scholarship? How much money do you receive to help you with living costs?

6 months 320€ a months.

What is the student lifestyle like in Zagreb?

Hard because you have a lot of midterm and presentation all together, but the school is good.

Would you recommend the city and the University of Zagreb to other students?

The city of course, the University maybe yes.

What is the food like?

A lot of meat but pizza and pasta are good (and I'm italian)!

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Zagreb?

No, houses in Zagreb are really good. :)

Is the language easy to get to grips with? Are there language courses available at the University?

Croatian for me is impossible. There is a course of that but I didn't follow it.

What's the easiest or most economical way to travel to Zagreb from your city?

By Flixbus, 12 hours 30€.

Where would you recommend to go on a night out in Zagreb?

1. City Center
2. Hangar Club
3. Katran
4. Karaoke Bar
5. Bulldog bar
6. Opera club
7. Bowling
8. Escape room
9. Ice skating rink (winter)

And for eating? Can you recommend some good restaurants in Zagreb?

Nokturno is THE BEST ONE! Cheap and really nice!

What good cultural sites are there to visit?

The old town and some museum (illusion and broken relationship).

Is there any other advice that you could give to students going to Zagreb in the future?

Use Uber that is very cheap!