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Things to see in Ljubljana (Slovenia): 50 places and when to go
Ljubljana is a city in Slovenia with around 315,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 50 places in and around it, mainly Mountains (15), Hiking (14), Nature (10). The best known are Ljubljana Castle, Ljubljana Cathedral and Dragon Bridge. The best time to come is April to October; also possible: November to March. In June there are 15 h 32 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 27. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Slovenia · 46.0553, 14.515
- Population
- About 315,000
- Places
- 50 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Mountains (15) · Hiking (14) · Nature (10) · History (9) · Temples (5) · Museums and art (4)
- Best time
- April to October.
- Also possible
- November to March.
- Nearest airport
- LJU Zgornji Brnik, 19 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Mount Krim, at 1,107 m.
What to see in Ljubljana
The places in and around Ljubljana, 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.
- Ljubljana CastleCastle in Slovenia873 m
- Ljubljana CathedralCathedral726 m
- Dragon BridgeArch bridge in Ljubljana, Slovenia515 m
- Triple BridgeStone arch bridge in Ljubljana, Slovenia824 m
- EmonaAncient city in Roman Italia, now Ljubljana1.5 km
- National Gallery of SloveniaArt museum in Ljubljana1.1 km
- Franciscan Church of the AnnunciationFranciscan parish church at Prešeren Square in Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia787 m
- National Museum of SloveniaSlovenian museum1.2 km
- Ljubljana ZooZoo in Ljubljana, Slovenia3.3 km
- Mount Saint MaryNature · Mountains9.2 km
- Mount KrimMountain near Ljubljana, Slovenia15 km
- Borovnica ViaductAbandoned railway bridge in Slovenia19 km
- Turjak CastleCastle in Slovenia21 km
- Astronomical and Geophysical Observatory in GolovecObservatory in Slovenia1.6 km
- Deer Valley ViaductRailroad viaduct in Slovenia19 km
- Jablje CastleCastle in Mengeš, Slovenia10 km
- RožnikHill in Ljubljana2.1 km
- Planinski dom na JančahMountain hut in Slovenia15 km
- Lisičje MansionHistory8.6 km
- Ljubljanski vrhHill in Slovenia22 km
- MokrecMountain in Slovenia18 km
- St. Anna hillHill nearby Ljubljana12 km
- Velika PasicaCave in Slovenia15 km
- AjdovščinaMountain in Slovenia11 km
And the other 26, by what you come to do:
- Museums and art: Ivan Cankar memorial house, The Morostig House
- Temples: St. Margaret's Parish Church, St. Anne's Church, Conversion of Paul the Apostle church
- History: Brest Castle (Ebenporthen), Ferdinand Augustin Hallerstein
- Nature: Janški hrib, Kamenica
- Hiking: Badjurova krožna pot, E6 - part Slovenia, Alternative, E6 European long distance path, Jakobova pot – Primorska veja (var. Vrhnika), Koča Breza, Koča na Kavcu, Pot kurirjev in vezistov NOV Slovenije, Slovenian Mountain Hiking Trail
- Mountains: Planinski dom Rašiške čete na Rašici, Koča Klobuk, Mengeš Lodge, Partizanski dom na Ključu, Planinska koča na Krimu
- Food and drink: Loo-blah-nah, Pivovarna Union, Rooster Brewery
- With kids: Vodno Mesto Atlantis
When to go to Ljubljana
The best time to visit Ljubljana is April to October; also possible: November to March. 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.
- JanPossible8:50
- FebPossible10:07
- MarPossible11:37
- AprBest time13:19
- MayBest time14:45
- JunBest time15:32
- JulBest time15:13
- AugBest time13:58
- SepBest time12:18
- OctBest time10:39
- NovPossible9:11
- DecPossible8:27
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 32 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 27. In April, 49 of the 50 places are at their best.
When to go to Slovenia in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Ljubljana
The nearest main airport is Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport (LJU, Zgornji Brnik), 19 km as the crow flies. How to get around Slovenia (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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And all of Slovenia, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Ljubljana?
The best known: Ljubljana Castle, Ljubljana Cathedral, Dragon Bridge, Triple Bridge, Emona. In all, 50 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Ljubljana?
April to October; also possible: November to March. In June there are 15 h 32 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 27.
How do you get to Ljubljana?
The nearest main airport is Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport (LJU), 19 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Ljubljana as the destination and these 50 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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