Slovenia - What to see

Must see in Slovenia

Most beautiful places in Slovenia

Best time to visit Slovenia

When is the best time to visit Slovenia?

The short answer can be anytime cause each part of the year has its advantages and weaknesses. I will try to give you some advices about each season of the year and what is the best to do it that season.

Winter - Slovenia has many ski slopes or cross-country skiing tracks so if you are winter sports lover you will have many options. Even if you don't like to ski you can enjoy in hiking in the beautiful nature covered with snow. In winter is also nice to visit some of the many spas (water parks) in the eastern side of Slovenia where you can also swim in the hot water in the open-air swimming pools while it is snowing outside or warm up your bones in some of many saunas. Slovenia has a lot of caves so you can visit them cause no matter of the season there is mostly same temperature any time of the year.




Spring - Nowadays weather can be very unpredictable anytime but usually in spring it is even more unpredictable. But anyway at least in the first days of spring it is still possible to ski on some ski slopes (Krvavec, Vogel, Rogla, etc.). Spring can be nice cause it is still not so hot so you can enjoy in hiking, visit old town centers, ride bicycle, etc.




Summer - Summer is the most hot part of the year and also the most crowded with tourists, especially at the must see tourist spots like Bled, Postojna Cave, Piran, etc. But anyway you can still find nice lonely places or relax in the shade drinking cold beer. Summer is nice to visit Soca Valley where you can join some rafting or kayaking. Summer is nice to hike in the mountains despite you should be careful about some thunderstorms that usually happen in the afternoon.




Autumn - Autumn is similar as spring except there is no skiing possibilities. In autumn it is less tourists but still nice to visit towns, hike in the mountains or visit best tourist spots but with much less crowds and less hot. So you can enjoy in walks around Lake Bled, Lake Bohinj or along coast between Piran and Portoroz.

Ljubljana

Capital of Slovenia

Old town centre of Ljubljana is full of old, beautiful buildings. It is nice to sit down at some bar near river Ljubljanica. On the hill above the old town is Ljubljana Castle with tower where is beautiful view all around the city and mountains behind. In Ljubljana you can find a lot of museums. If you like to escape into nature you should visit Tivoli Park. If you like shopping then you should visit BTC City with hundreds of shops, cinema centre, water park ...

Maribor

Slovenian 2nd largest city

Maribor is located near river Drava. It has beautiful old town centre and hosts big Lent Festival every year. Top attractions in city are: Lent, Maribor castle, Cathedral, Plague Column, Town Hall ... Every year there is big festival on Lent.

Celje

City near river Savinja

Celje is the 3rd largest city in Slovenia. It is located Lower Styria region. Celje has interesting old town centre and many shoping centres outside city centre. Above the city is Celje Castle. Not so far from Celje is also nice tourist spot Smartno Lake. Not so long ago there were made some new trails and bridge to cross the lake.

Kranj

The biggest city in Upper Carniola

Kranj is the 4th biggest city in Slovenia. It is about 25 km from Ljubljana. It lies near river Sava and Kokra. Most interesting sights to see are Kokra Canyon, Presern's Grove, old town centre with Khislstein Castle, Town Hall, many churches, city walls ... In the neighbourhood is worth to go to Smarjetna gora Hill where is nice view of Kranj, Karavanke mountains and Kamnik-Savinja Alps.

Skofja Loka

Old Medieval Town

Skofja Loka is old medieval town that is about 25 km from Ljubljana. It is nice to walk around old town and feel the spirit of the past. Above the city is beautiful castle where is also museum. There are also some other interesting things to see around old town centre like Stara Loka and Pustal.

Novo mesto

The biggest city in Dolenjska region

Novo mesto is located in the southeast part of Slovenia near the highway to Zagreb (Croatia). Around the old town centre flows river Krka. Most interesting sights to visit are old Kandija bridge, Dolenjska Museum, very picturesque Breg, Town Hall, the Capital Church of St. Nicholas, the Franciscan Church of St. Leonard ... There are also many possibilities for hiking like promenade near river Krka, Kette promenade, Ragov log ...

Kamnik

Interesting old town centre

Kamnik lies on the north side from Ljubljana near Kamnik-Savinja Alps. In the old town centre are interesting streets with spirit of history. Most interesting streets and squares are Sutna, Glavni trg (Main Square) and other streets around Mali grad (Small castle). If you have time you can visit also museum in Castle Zaprice. At least you can visit outside part of the castle with lapidary and open air museum. I suggest you aslo to climb on Stari grad (old castle). There are mostly only ruins but anyway is nice view around from there.

Vrhnika

Interesting town with interesting neighbourhood

Vrhnika is located southern and not so far away from Ljubljana. Town is famous because here was born one of the most important writers in Slovenia Ivan Cankar. You can visit his house where is museum and see his statue in the town centre. A little further from his house is small hill with nice church of the Holy Trinity and good view around. In the neigbourhood you can visit spring of river Ljubljanica that flows through Ljubljana.

Brezice

Nice castle, museum and old town centre

Brezice is city on the eastern side of Slovenia near Croatia border. Must see in Brezice is castle with museum. The most amazing room in the castle is Knights Hall with great paintings around all walls and ceiling. Beside castle I suggest you to walk through old town centre where it would be hard to miss Aqueduct tower.

Piran

Old mediterranean town

Piran is a very scenic old town near Adriatic Sea. Be careful to not get lost through all these narrow streets. In Piran you can see many old squares with nice old buildings around. Above the city are old town walls and the Church of St George. From there is a nice view of the town and cliffs. Don't forget to visit Tartini Square, one of the most beautiful squares in Slovenia. It is nice to sit down there in some of bars, especially in summer and relax. If you are hungry it will not be hard to find some restaurants near coast.

Koper

The biggest city on the coast

Koper is located near Adriatic Sea. It was developed on the rocky island and has architecturely rich old town centre with many fascinating buildings and squares. It's the biggest city on the coast with important harbour named Luka Koper.

Izola

Old town near Adriatic Sea

Izola is maybe not so popular as some other Slovenian towns near Coast like Piran, Portoroz and Koper but it is anyway worth to visit. There is interesting old town centre with interesting port (Mandrac), church of St. Maurus, Besenghi degli Ughi palace, Manzioli Square, Parenzana Museum ... If you like to walk then I suggest you to walk to Simon Bay where is good bay for swimming. On the way you will also see Marina Izola.

Portoroz

Slovenian Monaco

Portoroz is most tourist sea-side city in Slovenia. Despite Portoroz doesn't have such old-mediterranean city charm like Piran it has more beaches and places for night life. Anyway you can still walk to Piran or visit some other interesting places around.

Ptuj

One of the oldest towns in Slovenia

Ptuj has interesting history and so also interesting old town centre with Ptuj Castle above the town. You can see many remains from past time in the town, including from Roman empire where Ptuj was important city. Because of the hydroelectric power station river Drava become big lake that is called Ptuj Lake or even Ptuj Sea. There you can join some group for river tour or do it by yourself. I suggest you also to visit Wine Cellar Ptuj and try tasty wines from neighbourhood. Just near town Ptuj are located Ptuj Terme where you can enjoy in pools, massages, saunas, etc.

Idrija

Old mining town

Idrija is the old mining town with interesting old town centre. It is located about 60 kilometers in the south west direction from capital Ljubljana. In the old town centre you can see still many preserved building, visit castle Gewerkenegg with museum, attend tourist visit of the mine. If you like hiking, I suggest you to hike along Rake. It is about 2km long path along water channel. At the end of path you can use hanging bridge to cross river Idrijca and see Divje jezero (Wild Lake). In the neigbourhood of Idrija you can see some natural baths, dams on river and much more.

Kocevje

City along the picturesque Rinza River

Kocevje lies southern of Ljubljana on the south part of Slovenia. It is located along the Rinza River that gives the city a very beautiful scenes. City centre is located around Trg zbora odposlancev Square where you can find big monument dedicated to the WWII, library, the Parish Church of St Fabian and Sebastian, etc. Along the Ljubljanska Street you can find many nice old villas. If you come to Kocevje you shouldn't miss also Kocevje Lake and Caves of Zeljne that are not far away.

Kranjska Gora

Alpine resort

Kranjska Gora is a town in the north-west side of Slovenia. Just beside the town are one of the best ski slopes in Slovenia. It is also wonderful for country cross skiing. In summer it is great for cycling, hiking, climbing, with Julian Alps and Karavanke Mountains around. South of Kranjska Gora is Vrsic pass that leads you to beautiful Trenta Valley with emerald river Soca.

Lake Bohinj

Beautiful lake inside Triglav National Park

Lake Bohinj is located inside Triglav National Park. It is less than half an hour driving from Bled. It is good starting-paint for day or longer trips in the neighbourhood. In summer is lake suitable for swimming. You can also rent a boat or bicycle or try with some other more unsual activities like canyoning, skydiving ...

Savica Waterfall

One of most popular waterfalls in Slovenia

Savica Waterfall is beautiful waterfall located in the Triglav National Park near Lake Bohinj. From the nearest parking place where is Koca pri Savici Mountain Hut it takes about 20 minutes of walking a little uphill. But for those that enjoy in hiking can start at Hotel Zlatorog near Lake Bohinj or use a bicycle.

Ukanc - Brook Savica

Beautiful green color

In Ukanc at Lake Bohinj you can see brook Savica that has a very beautiful green color. It is located just a few 100 meters from Hotel Zlatorog. If you have time I suggest you to walk to Savica Waterfall. Otherwsie you can just sit down near the bridge and enjoy in nice view of use one of the trails to Lake Bohinj.

Triglav

The highest mountain in Slovenia

Triglav is the highest mountain in Slovenia with its height 2864 meters. Triglav is also the centre of the Julian Alps in Slovenia. At the top is Aljaz Tower. You can climb on the mountain from different starting points, some of them are not so difficult so almost everyone with enough condition can reach peak of Triglav. No matter which route you will choose you will be get wonderful views on mountains around. One of the easiest ways to Triglav are from Krma Valley or Pokljuka. But anyway you will need about 6 hours to come on the top. In the last part of the path you will have to be more careful but anyway path is well secured. But be careful about weather especially in the afternoon.

Tolmin Gorge

Very scenic gorge

Tolmin Gorge is a very scenic gorge on the east side of Slovenia. You can walk down inside gorge and also cross Devil's Bridge above gorge with a wonderful view of the gorge from the top. Nearby is also Dante's Cave named by the famous poet that has been there long ago. On the entrance you get the map with all interesting points in the gorge. Each attraction has also its own information table.

Velika planina

Very picturesque plateau

Velika planina is a very picturesque high mountain plateau where is well preserved herdsmen settlement. On Velika planina are great views of Kamnik-Savinja Alps and many possibilities for hiking. When you are tired or thirsty you can sit down in some of the mountain huts there.

Postojna Cave

One of the most beautiful caves in the world

Postojna Cave is less than one hour away from Ljubljana in the south-west direction. It is most visited tourist attraction in Slovenia and it is world famous. Inside the cave is interesting train ride that takes you deeper into the cave where you start walking and admiring the underground beauty. About 10km from Postojna cave is Predjama castle that is also worth to see.

Bled

Pearl of Slovenia

Bled is one of the most visited tourist spots in Slovenia. There is nice lake with an island. Above the Lake Bled is castle. All around the lake is footpath that takes about 1 hour of walking for full circle. There are also other interesting places in the neighbourhood like Vintgar Gorge.

Vintgar Gorge

Very scenic gorge near Bled

Vintgar Gorge is very interesting gorge near Bled. We should admit that there is also entrance from Jesenice side but most people come from Bled direction. Its about 1.5 kms long. Almost all the way is gorge very narrow and on some parts you have to walk on galleries. Emerald Radovna is flowing through the gorge. At the end of the gorge is waterfall Sum and some place where you can get something to drink.

Logar Valley with Rinka Fall

One of the most beautiful Alpine valleys in Slovenia

Logar Valley is one of the most beautiful Alpine valleys in Slovenia beside Vrata Valley, Tamar, etc. If you like hiking then you can hike from the start of the valley to Rinka Fall at the end of Valley. On the way you will see many interesting things like source of Crna, Palenk Waterfall, Charcoal-burner's Hut, Logar's Linden, Chapel of Christ the King, etc. I suggest also to climb to Okreselj cause walking trail si very interesting and you can also drink water from the source of river Savinja.

Vogel

Experience Excited Cable Railway Ride

Vogel is alpine ski slope above Bohinj. In summer is Vogel good starting-point for hiking on the mountains. One of the peeks is also named Vogel. Modern cable railway takes you from the point near Bohinj Lake to the Vogel. This ride is very excited and you can enjoy nice views of Bohinj Lake and Julian Alps.

Jezersko

Alpine Valley near Kamnik-Savinja Alps

Jezersko is located on western side of Kamnik-Savinja Alps. Its a good staring point for some mountains and mountain-huts around like Ceska koca Mountain hut and others. There is also some lake called Lake Plansarsko where is guest house so people like to come there to walk around lake, sit down, eat something ... Nearby is small camp. In winter time you can enjoy in cross country skiing and other winter activities.

Lake Plansarsko (Pasture Lake)

Romantic place near Kamnik Alps

Plansar Lake is located in Jezersko in front of Kamnik Alps. It is nice place for hiking around, enjoying near lake and view of beautiful mountains around. In winter it is possible to skate on the lake or go cross country skiing. It is good point of departure for different mountain huts or mountain summits around.

Martuljek Mountain Group and Waterfalls

Great Mountain Scene and footpath to the Waterfalls

Martuljek Mountain Group is between Jesenice and Kranjska Gora. There is great view of Julian Alps. If you like hiking then you must see both Martuljek Waterfalls. First waterfall is quite soon and easy visible from the path but you can see it only from distance. Second waterfall is more far away but you can climb just under waterfall. If you don't like hiking then you can ride the bicycle on special track for cyclists.

Lake Jasna

Lake near Triglav National Park

Lake Jasna is small lake near Triglav National Park and Kranjska gora. There is nice view of the mountains around. If you driving on Vrsic pass then you can't miss this lake. In summer it is nice also to cool down with putting legs in cold lake water. You can see also rock-goat statue.

Vrsic pass

Great scene drive

Vrsic is a mountain pass in Julian Alps in Slovenia. Its on the way from Kranjska gora to Trenta Valley (river Soca). There's a lot of sepentines on the way to Vrsic and also great views around on Julian Alps. On the way from Kranjska gora you can see Lake Jasna, Russian chappel, Soca spring, many suspension bridges over Soca, Big and Small Troughs on Soca and much more. In winter time Vrsic pass is usually closed because of snow.

Kozjak Waterfall

Beautiful waterfall

Kozjak Waterfall is located near Kobarid. There is nice walking path to Kozjak Waterfall from Kobarid. There are also many other interesting locations around Kozjak Waterfall like Soca River, Kobarid Museum, Boka Waterfall, Bovec, Kluze, Tolmin Gorge ...

Mangart

Beautiful panoramic drive and climb to Mangart summit

Panoramic Alpine drive to Mangart Saddle is for sure one of the most picturesque in Slovenia. You have to pay a few euros for drive but it is worth of that. All the way you can have nice views of Julian alps. At the top you can park the car somewhere beside the road and continue to climb to Mangart summit. If you choose "Italian way" then you will not have to climb, so all the way would be ok also for not so experienced people. But you should know that you will have to walk with good shoes about 2 hours uphill in one direction and of course to choose good weather.

Predaselj Gorge

So deep ...

Predaselj Gorge is a very narrow and deep gorge that takes your breath away when you look down from bridge. The river that flows deep down is Kamniska Bistrica. Predaselj Gorge is easy accessible on the way between Kamnik and Dom in Kamniski Bistrici mountain hut, so you can park just right near the gorge. But I suggest you to spend more time hiking around Kamniska Bistrica.

Kamniska Bistrica Spring

Beautiful green water

Kamniska Bistrica Spring is located a few kilometers from Predaselj Gorge and a few more from Kamnik. Parking place is in front of Kamniska Bistrica mountain hut and spring is just a minute away. Its nice to rest the eyes there on green water color. You can also choose one of many hiking paths around if you like to walk more.

Lake Cerknica

Largest lake in Slovenia

Lake Cerknica is located about 50km southern from Ljubljana. It's a periodic (dissapearing) lake and when is full of water then it is the biggest lake in Slovenia. It is interesting to see it with water or without water so any time of the year can be interesting for visit. Nearby town is Cerknica. For nice view of the lake I suggest you to go on hill Slivnica. I have to mention also one of the best nature attractions in Slovenia Rakov skocjan that is not far away from Lake Cerknica.

Rakov Skocjan

One of most scenic trails in Slovenia

Rakov Skocjan is Regional park in Slovenia. There is a very interesting educational trail where you can see a lot of Karst phenomenons like natural windows, caves ... Most interesting things are at the start and at the end of the trail where you can see Big and Small Natural Window. Through the park flows river (brook) Rak and most of the path are along it. I suggest this trail a lot for nature and hiker lovers.

Skocjan Caves

The only Unesco heritage in Slovenia

Skocjan Caves are one of the most beautiful caves in Slovenia if not the most beautiful. The underground world in the Skocjan Caves is really wonderful. First part of the caves are named as Tiha jama (Silent Cave) because there is not flowing river Reka but you can see there beautiful stalactites of all kinds. In the last part of the cave you are walking about canyon where you can see river Reka at the bottom. Also world outside of the cave is very interesting with a view on waterfall at the bottom of Velika dolina. A little further you can enjoy in the view of troughs of rive Reka.

Smartinsko Lake

Nice trails around lake

Smartinsko Lake is an aritificial lake near 3rd biggest city in Slovenia, Celje. Not so long ago there were made new paths around the lake with added pontoon (floating) bridge so you can have a lot of possibilities for walking. There are also places where you can sit down, drink or eat something. For sport lovers is nice that you can rent a boat (different types) and go by yourself around the lake. If you want you can go on trip around lake with old style "Mississippi" boat.

Pekel Cave

Hell Cave

Pekel Cave is not the most interesting cave in Slovenia but it is anyway worth to spend an hour if you are in Celje neighbourhood. It is not far away from Celje (between Ljubljana and Maribor) and you need about one hour for cave visit. In th first part of the cave is path near brook and in the 2nd part is part a little uphill with interesting stalactites and other formations.

Krvavec

Most famous ski slope in Slovenia

Krvavec is probably most famous ski slope in Slovenia, especially because it is not so far away from Slovenian capital Ljubljana. You can go there with cable railway or with car. Krvavec is also very nice in summer not only in winter. There are many hiking trails with nice views around on Kamnik and Savinja Alps. There are also some places where you can eat and drink or sleep.

Smarna gora

Popular tourist spot for people in Ljubljana

Smarna gora is a very popular tourist spot for people living in Ljubljana. It's a hill with a nice view of Ljubljana and its neighbourhood. There are many options to go on the top of Smarna gora but most popular is from Tacen. It takes about 45 minutes to come on the top. On the top is also inn where you can buy something to eat or drink. There are also walls with church inside.

Secovlje Salt-pans

One of the rare salt-pans still producing salt on the old way

Secovlje Salt-pans are located near Portoroz and border with Croatia. Here is salt still produce in compliance with several centuries old procedures. It is open for public, so it is nice to walk around and see demonstration of salt-making, view museum, go up to the vista point ...

Arboretum Volcji potok

Must See Arboretum in Slovenia

Arboretum Volcji potok is for sure must see attraction for plants lovers. There you can see many different kind of flowers and other plants arranged in nice formations. In May you can see a lot of tulips. In the park are many ponds with paths around so it is nice to walk around. You can see also some animals. There is also orchid garden with butterflies. Very interesting thing is also Minimundus that is guesting there with some buildings originally exhibited in Klagenfurt. In Minimudus you can see some world famous buildings in smaller versions.

Cacti garden

Beautiful cacti garden near Portoroz

If you visit Portoroz and don't like just to lay down all your vacation near sea-side then I suggest you to visit cacti garden. It is located on Cape Seca that is near Portoroz. If you like hiking you don't need any transport to get there. Inside greenhouse you can see many different species of cacti. Nearby attraction is also Secovlje salt-pans.

Pekel Gorge - Pekel Waterfalls

Very interesting trail with many waterfalls

Pekel Gorge is located about 30 km southern from Ljubljana. There is interesting trail that takes a few hours to walk. On the way there is a lot of wooden footbridges. On some part are stairs, ladders ... but anyway path is secured. Most interesting part of the trail are waterfalls. Officially there is 5 Pekel Waterfalls but you can see even more.

Iski vintgar

Nice places for bathing in the nature

Iski vintgar is a beautiful place in Slovenia for people that like to be in the nature. It is not so far from Ljubljana but it is easier to come with car. There is quite big parking area near lodge house Iski vintgar. Near the lodge house you have to decide if you will go short walk or a little longer walk. But of course also both is possible. On the shorter option you have to walk about 1 kilometer. At the end of the path is nice beach where you can swim in clean water Iska in the summer time. If you choose longer walk you have to cross the footbridge and continue to walk to the confluence of Iska and Zala named Vrbica. On the way there you will see Rocky solitary - Hollow stone and also have many oppurtunities for refreshment in the water.

Pericnik Waterfall

Pericnik Waterfall in Vrata Valley

Pericnik Waterfall is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Slovenia. It is quite easy accessible, just about 5-10 minutes from parking area. And it is very interesting cause you can walk below the waterfall. There exists lower and upper Pericnik waterfall. Lower is bigger and visible from the road at parking area. But also Upper Pericnik Fall is interesting and only 5-10 minutes of uphill walking from Lower Pericnik Fall.

Rogla

One of the best ski slopes in Slovenia

Rogla is a nice ski resort with many ski slopes and it is one the most popular places for skiing. There is also hotel and apartments cottages. Inside hotel is small pool and welness centre so you can enjoy there even is weather is not so good for skiing. Rogla is also perfect destination for hikers. There is a lot of different trails around. I suggest you to visit Lovrenska jezera (Lovrenc Lakes) and lookout tower.

Jeruzalem

Vineyards paradise

This Jeruzalem is a wonderful place in the east Slovenia. There you can find many vineyards and especially there is very nice in autumn. There you can visit church or sit down at Manor Jeruzalem and taste good local wine. You can drive also around to visit Ormoz or Ljutomer, two nice cities.

Predjama Castle

Great castle scene

Predjama Castle is located under the overhanging rock. There are many interesting floors in the castle open for visitors and its nice experience to go back into past. There is also some cave behind the castle that you can visit from the top of the castle floor. About 10km away is also world famous Postojna Cave.

Kluze Fortress

Old fortress

Kluze Fortress is located near Bovec. It is lying above very interesting Koritnica gorge that is also worth to see from the bridge or from the base. It is worth to visit also Fort Hermann. It takes about 30 minutes to come there.

Zice Carthusian Monastery

Going back to history

Zice Carthusian Monastery is situated near Slovenske Konjice. Near the entrance into Zice Carthusian Monastery is located the oldest Slovenian guest house Gastuz. Some parts of Zice Carthusian Monastery were renovated in previous years. There is also a museum about Zice Carthusian Monastery history and ruins of old Church of St. John The Baptist.

Velenje Castle

Well renovated castle with interesting museum

Velenje Castle is located above city Velenje. It takes about 1 hour of driving from Ljubljana to get there. From the castle walls are good views on Velenje. Inside the castle is very interesting museum that includes many different collections (including African masks).

Socerb

Castle with a View of the Adriatic Sea

Socerb is a small village near Slovenian coast. It lies on the hill near Koper and Trieste. Above the village is castle Socerb. From the castle is nice view of the Adriatic Sea and its coast. Inside the castle is also restaurant so you can sit down and enjoy in views from the castle walls. There is another interesting thing only 5 minutes walking from the castle. You can view there Saint Cave. Its the real cave that is used also as a church, so there are masses every sunday. If you like to hike then Socerb is also right place for you because there are many hiking tracks with nice views.

Otocec Castle

Castle on the idyllic island on river Krka

Otocec Castle is located near Novo mesto in the south-east part of Slovenia. It looks like some fairytale place cause casle is located on the island on river Krka. Inside the castle is also hotel and restaurant. It is also possible to get marry there and so become prince or princess.

Mokrice Castle

Castle with Golf Course around

Mokrice Castle is located in the east Slovenia near Croatia border. Castle is renovated in the hotel so you can sleep inside the castle. Around the castle is golf course so it is good place to stay there if you like playing golf. Only a few kilometers from castle is biggest water park in Slovenia Terme Catez.

Kostanjevica Castle

Great castle and gallery

Kostanjevica Castle is located between Novo mesto and Brezice near Croatia border. If you are somewhere around there then you should spend some time to visit Kostanjevica Castle. It is not just castle with church but there are also many galleries worth to see and forma viva around the castle. Nearby attractions are also Kostanjevica Cave and town Kostanjevica that lies on the island between rivers.

Sneznik Castle

Romantic Castle in Slovenia

Sneznik Castle is a romantic castle on the south of Slovenia. There is some trail around the castle where you can see the castle from all directions. Near the castle is pond with some animals. I suggest you to take also organized tour that take about one hour and you can see all the rooms still equiped with original furniture. That looks really nice!

Grad Castle

Biggest castle in Slovenia

Grad Castle is located near the village Grad in Goricko on the northeast part of Slovenia. Grad Castle is the biggest castle in Slovenia and it is open for tourists so it is worth to see if you are visiting that part of Slovenia. Some parts of the castle are still in the renovation process.

Bled Castle

Castle above fairy tale Lake Bled

Bled Castle is located above Lake Bled. View from the castle is one of the most beautiful views on the Lake Bled. It is especially nice if you sit down, drink something and enjoy in views aroung. Also castle itself is interesting to visit. There is chapel, restaurant, museum, wine cellar, etc. You can come to the castle with a car, there is quite big parking place, but you can also walk there.

Brezje - Basilica of the Virgin Mary

Most famous church in Slovenia

Basilica of the Virgin Mary is probably most popular church in Slovenia. It is located near highway on the way from Kranj to Radovljica (Bled, Jesenice), so you will not spend much time for quick stop to visit this nice building and peek inside. Also surrounding is very nice with views on Karavanke mountains and Julian Alps.

Hrastovlje

Old church with walls

Hrastovlje is located in Slovenian Istra under the Karst edge, near coast region. Most famous building in Hrastovlje is the Romanic church of the Holy Trinity from the beginning of the 12 century. It is surrounded with the high defensive walls. Most interesting and precious is its interior with frescoes of the Dead dance that were uncovered by the patriotic sculptor Joze Pohlen.

Lipica

Farm of Lipizzans

Lipica stud farm is located on Karst (Kras) near town Lipica. There is a farm with Lipizzaners. Lipizzan is a breed of horse. You can join guided tours around stud farm where you can see inside stud farms, see ponies, old carriages, old chapel, see horse performaces, etc. Around the stud farm is casino, hotel, golf court, mini golf, tennis courts, ets.

Terme Catez Water Park

Water fun for everyone

Terme Catez is the biggest water park in Slovenia. It is located near Croatia border near town Brezice. You can visit it any time of the year despite outside pools are open only in warmer part of the year. At that time you can sleep also in interesting Indian village. All the year is open Thermal riviera with many different kind of pools, attractions, ... There have also saunas, massages ...