Slovenia

Ljubljana travel guide

A car-free fairy-tale capital under a hilltop castle.

Ljubljana is the EU's quietest, greenest capital. Walk it in a morning, then push 50 min out to Lake Bled. Slovenia is the most expensive country in the Balkans — but service is impeccable.

Best time
May–June, September.
Currency
Euro.
Language
Slovene. English universal.
Plug
Type C/F, 230V.

How to get to Ljubljana

  • · Ljubljana Airport (LJU) — 25 km, bus €4.
  • · Bus / train to Zagreb (2h), Trieste (1.5h), Venice (3h), Bled (1h).

Top routes from Ljubljana

What to see

  • Ljubljana CastleFunicular up, walk down
  • Triple BridgePlecnik's masterpiece
  • Lake Bled day tripIconic island church
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Ljubljana travel — FAQ

Is Slovenia in Schengen?+

Yes — your 90/180 Schengen clock runs while you're there.