IN LJUBLJANA
Slovenia is home to a trove of cultural gems, and any
trip to the country should start in its thriving capital
Ljubljana. Here are fi ve things not to missWHAT TO DO
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Culture vultures
With its photogenic Old Town, museums, galleries and live music scene,
Ljubljana off ers endless culture — plus it’s largely accessible on foot. Pick up
a Ljubljana Card for free access to most of the city’s museums and galleries as
well as a guided tour, public transportation, bike hire and a funicular ride to
the castle. Try the Moustache Tour, a cycling adventure around Ljubljana’s
beautiful streets in homage to three famous moustachioed Slovenians
— architect Jože Plecnik, writer Ivan Cankar and painter Rihard Jakopic.FOR...
Hungry gastronomes
Start at the Ljubljana Central Market, which
off ers everything from cherries to cheese.
Every Friday from March to October, local
chefs prepare dishes with abundant wine
and beer at the Open Kitchen pop-up in
Pogacar Square. Join the Yummy Market
Walk tour to get to know the market’s secret
corners, or the Taste Ljubljana food tour to
visit a traditional inn and try local dishes.FOR...
Outdoor fanatics
Ljubljana off ers mountain biking experiences
at the bike park in Podutik, tree-covered
Golovec Hill and Krvavec Summer Park.
For hiking, there are highland trails with
impeccable alpine views for every ability.
Golfers can fi nd beautiful courses around an
hour’s drive from the capital, while fi shing
is popular in the many rivers and streams of
the Ljubljana region.FOR...
Luxury lovers
From a range of high-end hotels to world-
class fi ne dining spots, there are many ways
to do Ljubljana in style. It holds the title of
International City of Vine and Wine, so why
not try the Ljubljana Wine Experience to
taste nine diff erent wines from three wine-
growing regions. Other unique experiences
include dinner prepared by a top chef on a
boat along the Ljubljanica river.FOR...
Green champions
Named European Green Capital 2016,
many of Ljubljana's central attractions are
accessible on foot or by bike, so visitors
can navigate the city without leaving an
environmental impact. There are plenty
of eco-friendly tours to sign up for, too.
The centre has been traffi c-free since
2008 and has largest no-vehicle zone in
the European Union.EssentialsGetting there: EasyJet and British Airways both
off er direct fl ights from London to Ljubljana.
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For more information, visit visitljubljana.comPARTNER CONTENT FOR LJUBLJANA TOURISM