Day Trips in Slovenia

are you planning to go to Slovenia? Although the whole country is stunningly beautiful, there are always some world famous places in Slovenia that you must visit. If you take a look at the map of Slovenia, you will see that Ljubljana is located in the center of the country. Therefore, Ljubljana is also the best starting point for day trips to the Slovenian must see and experience attractions outside the capital. You can take your own car and drive to the locations you decide to visit by yourself or you can also rely on some of the main friendly experienced tour and activity guides which will make your trip even more exciting and memorable.

Let’s start in Ljubljana

No doubts, Ljubljana is one of the most beautiful capitals in Europe. Despite its small size, it is a very picturesque and lively city in all seasons. One of the best things is that all the main attractions are on a very close distance and the center is full of bars and restaurants one next to another. Ljubljana’s main attractions you shouldn’t miss are:

• Ljubljana castle that reigns on a town hill
• Prešeren square with three bridges a work of the world-renowned architect Jože Plečnik
• Town hall built in the baroque palace with venetian influences
• The cathedral of the city of Ljubljana – the most important Baroque church in Ljubljana
• The vivid central food market – the place where the locals shop meet and socialize
• Ljubljana’s central park Tivoli, a popular place for socializing and relaxing with an outdoor gallery that regularly exhibits interesting large-format photos.
• Rich local and traditional gastronomy
  

Explore Postojna cave

In less than 45 minutes drive from Ljubljana, you will find yourself in Postojna cave, one of the world’s most famous natural marvels and the only place under the surface where you can see the most precious brilliant in the form of a cave formation. With it’s boasts towering mountains, murmuring rivers and vast subterranean halls it’s a real challenge for explorers and the cradle of speleology.

Bled fairytale

Bled is one of the most beautiful places in Slovenia. In just 45 minutes drive from the capital city Ljubljana you will enjoy its fairytale scenery of the island in the middle of the lake it fascinates every single visitor. A place known for its pleasant subalpine climate and fresh air can be visited at any time of the year. It is a place to be for adventurers, athletes, romantic souls, walkers, fairy tales lovers and families. Do not forget to stop in one of Bled’s famous party shops and have a Kremšnita, a traditional yummy cream cake: a puffy biscuit covered with powdered sugar with a sweet white cream layer and yellow vanilla custard.

A curiosity: Did you know that the silhouette of the Lake Bled seen from above reminds of Rolling Stones’ lip and tongue logo?

Piran – a Mediterranean jewel

A Slovenian Mediterranean coastal jewel is an old seaport town called Piran. Nowadays the town is a sea resort only an hour drive from Ljubljana. Piran preserved its medieval image with narrow streets and continuous houses rising from the coastal level up towards the top of the hill which gives the place a typical Mediterranean character.

Must see sights: Tartini square, Venetian house, municipality palace and numerous local churches.

Emerald Soča river

Soča Valley is a paradise for water sports. It is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful river canyons in Europe. When you will see it’s emerald green color the first thing on your mind would be to immerge in it. However, pay attention: the river is very cold. If you are brave enough you can have a bath in up to 17°C in some spots. Soča is one of the cleanest and purest rivers in Europe that will surely enthrall you.

Soča river is one of the best outdoor destinations for sporting adventure activities in Slovenia such as rafting, canyoning, kayaking, zip line, cycling, climbing and hiking. If you’re not so much of a sporting type, just walking and adoring beautiful nature is enough for the most visitors.

The points above are only some of the things you can do and visit in Slovenia. Of course you might find some more spots once you will dive into your best itinerary option, but venues above are really not to miss. So what are you waiting for? Book your day trips in slovenia and Choose your trip and explore the beautiful European jewel of Slovenia.