{"id":2930,"date":"2019-05-24T14:37:48","date_gmt":"2019-05-24T12:37:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/?p=2930"},"modified":"2021-06-07T16:20:49","modified_gmt":"2021-06-07T14:20:49","slug":"15-beautiful-day-trips-from-ljubljana","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/15-beautiful-day-trips-from-ljubljana\/","title":{"rendered":"20 Beautiful Day Trips from Ljubljana"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Are you traveling to Slovenia and looking for day trips from Ljubljana? Look no further!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ljubljana is the perfect place to use as your hub while exploring <a href=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/slovenia-itinerary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Slovenia.<\/a>&nbsp;It sits in the middle of the country with major highways splitting off in different directions, and it also has the best connections for trains and buses. Making it perfect for day trips across the country and even into some neighboring ones. If you are spending some time in Ljubljana I suggest checking out my <a href=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/sightseeing-ljubljana-slovenia\/\">Wandering Ljubljana Guide<\/a> to help plan your days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Below you will find a range of inspiration for day trips from Ljubljana that fit a range of travel styles from hiking in Triglav National Park to eating delicious seafood in Piran. Many of the places below have additional articles that share more in-depth info for your travels so don&#8217;t be shy to click around!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>This post contains affiliate links which means I may receive a commission on purchases made through the links. This is at no additional cost to you and helps keep the site running.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_67_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a107cc98bb45\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a107cc98bb45\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/15-beautiful-day-trips-from-ljubljana\/#How_to_travel_around_Slovenia\" title=\"How to travel around Slovenia\">How to travel around Slovenia<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/15-beautiful-day-trips-from-ljubljana\/#Day_Trips_from_Ljubljana\" title=\"Day Trips from Ljubljana\">Day Trips from Ljubljana<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/15-beautiful-day-trips-from-ljubljana\/#1_Lake_Bled\" title=\"1. Lake Bled\">1. Lake Bled<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/15-beautiful-day-trips-from-ljubljana\/#2_Piran\" title=\"2. Piran\">2. Piran<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/15-beautiful-day-trips-from-ljubljana\/#3_Skofja_Loka\" title=\"3. \u0160kofja Loka\">3. \u0160kofja Loka<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/15-beautiful-day-trips-from-ljubljana\/#4_Predjama_Castle\" title=\"4. Predjama Castle\">4. Predjama Castle<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/15-beautiful-day-trips-from-ljubljana\/#5_Celje\" title=\"5. Celje\">5. Celje<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/15-beautiful-day-trips-from-ljubljana\/#6_Velika_Planina\" title=\"6. Velika Planina\">6. Velika Planina<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/15-beautiful-day-trips-from-ljubljana\/#7_Triglav_Lakes\" title=\"7. Triglav Lakes\">7. Triglav Lakes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/15-beautiful-day-trips-from-ljubljana\/#8_Sneznik_Castle\" title=\"8. Sne\u017enik Castle\">8. Sne\u017enik Castle<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/15-beautiful-day-trips-from-ljubljana\/#9_Brezica_Castle\" title=\"9. Bre\u017eica Castle\">9. Bre\u017eica Castle<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/15-beautiful-day-trips-from-ljubljana\/#10_Koper\" title=\"10. Koper\">10. Koper<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/15-beautiful-day-trips-from-ljubljana\/#11_Otocec_Castle\" title=\"11. Oto\u010dec Castle\">11. Oto\u010dec Castle<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/15-beautiful-day-trips-from-ljubljana\/#12_Radovljica\" title=\"12. Radovljica\">12. Radovljica<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/15-beautiful-day-trips-from-ljubljana\/#13_Goriska_Brda\" title=\"13. Gori\u0161ka Brda\">13. Gori\u0161ka Brda<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/15-beautiful-day-trips-from-ljubljana\/#14_Kranjska_Gora\" title=\"14. Kranjska Gora\">14. Kranjska Gora<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/15-beautiful-day-trips-from-ljubljana\/#15_Take_a_Panoramic_Flight\" title=\"15. Take a Panoramic Flight\">15. Take a Panoramic Flight<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/15-beautiful-day-trips-from-ljubljana\/#16_Kranj\" title=\"16. Kranj\">16. Kranj<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/15-beautiful-day-trips-from-ljubljana\/#17_Slovenj_Gradec\" title=\"17. Slovenj Gradec\">17. Slovenj Gradec<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/15-beautiful-day-trips-from-ljubljana\/#18_Ptuj\" title=\"18. Ptuj\">18. Ptuj<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/15-beautiful-day-trips-from-ljubljana\/#19_Miramare_Castle_Trieste_Italy\" title=\"19. Miramare Castle + Trieste (Italy)\">19. Miramare Castle + Trieste (Italy)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/15-beautiful-day-trips-from-ljubljana\/#20_Zagreb_Croatia\" title=\"20. Zagreb (Croatia)\">20. Zagreb (Croatia)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_travel_around_Slovenia\"><\/span>How to travel around Slovenia<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before we dive into all of the amazing day trips from Ljubljana I wanted to share a few tips for getting around Slovenia. I&#8217;m all about making it easier for you to plan your trip!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are planning to <strong>rent a car<\/strong> in Slovenia be sure that you have an International Driver&#8217;s License and if reserving it outside of Slovenia that you let the company know so they can provide a <em>vinjete<\/em> for tolls. Without it, you <em>will<\/em> be fined.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are<strong> traveling via bus<\/strong> I recommending checking routes via <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ap-ljubljana.si\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Autobusna Postaja Ljubljana<\/a> as they are the most extensive. <a href=\"https:\/\/arriva.si\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Arriva<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomago.eu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Nomago<\/a> fill in some gaps and are great for airport transfers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A few of the locations below can also be reached <strong>via train<\/strong>. Check the timetables via <a href=\"https:\/\/www.slo-zeleznice.si\/en\/passenger-transport\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Slovenske \u017eeleznice<\/a> site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Looking for a more interesting way to get around? Check out <a href=\"https:\/\/prevoz.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Prevoz<\/a> a site for carpooling. A great opportunity to get some insights from a local and maybe some recommendations!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_Trips_from_Ljubljana\"><\/span>Day Trips from Ljubljana<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Lake_Bled\"><\/span>1. Lake Bled<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/lake-bled.jpg\" alt=\"Lake Bled, Slovenia\" class=\"wp-image-2947\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/lake-bled.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/lake-bled-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/lake-bled-370x247.jpg 370w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/lake-bled-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/lake-bled-20x13.jpg 20w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/lake-bled-185x123.jpg 185w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/lake-bled-740x493.jpg 740w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/lake-bled-1110x740.jpg 1110w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/lake-bled-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/lake-bled-72x48.jpg 72w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Lake Bled<\/strong> is probably the most famous place in Slovenia and one of the most popular day trips from Ljubljana. Here you can explore <strong>Bled Castle<\/strong>, perched upon a cliff overlooking Lake Bled, where you can learn about the local history. With small hikes to epic photo opportunities and breathtaking landscapes Bled is perfect for photographers. In the summer you can even take a swim in the lake!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/shareasale.com\/r.cfm?b=132440&amp;u=2199652&amp;m=18208&amp;urllink=www%2Eviator%2Ecom%2Ftours%2FBled%2FLake%2DBled%2Dand%2DBled%2DCastle%2DTour%2Dfrom%2DLjubljana%2Fd22044%2D6993LAKEBLED&amp;afftrack=day%2Dtrips\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow noreferrer\">Book a tour<\/a> to Bled with transportation from Ljubljana.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Activities in the area<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/shareasale.com\/r.cfm?b=132440&amp;u=2199652&amp;m=18208&amp;urllink=www%2Eviator%2Ecom%2Ftours%2FBled%2FHot%2DAir%2DBalloon%2Dflight%2Din%2DBled%2Fd22044%2D7215P3&amp;afftrack=day%2Dtrips\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow noreferrer\">Ride a hot air balloon over Lake Bled<\/a><\/li><li>Eat a slice of world-famous <a href=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/an-introduction-to-slovenian-cuisine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em>krem\u0161nita<\/em><\/a> at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/si\/hotelparkbled.en.html?aid=1889190&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Hotel Park<\/a><\/li><li>Hike to Vintgar Gorge<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/shareasale.com\/r.cfm?b=132440&amp;u=2199652&amp;m=18208&amp;urllink=www%2Eviator%2Ecom%2Ftours%2FBled%2F2%2DHour%2DInteractive%2DWine%2DTasting%2DExperience%2Din%2DBled%2Fd22044%2D165851P1&amp;afftrack=day%2Dtrips\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow noreferrer\">Book an interactive wine tasting<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Read more:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/ljubljana-to-lake-bled-day-trip\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Ljubljana to Lake Bled Day Trip<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Piran\"><\/span>2. Piran<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1440\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/things-to-do-piran-slovenia-17-1440x960.jpg\" alt=\"view of piran slovenia\" class=\"wp-image-2709\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/things-to-do-piran-slovenia-17-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/things-to-do-piran-slovenia-17-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/things-to-do-piran-slovenia-17-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/things-to-do-piran-slovenia-17.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Piran<\/strong> is a 2-hour 15-minute drive from Ljubljana, and often times much longer on a Friday during the summer but it is worth a visit! This is one of my top 5 favorite places in Slovenia and it never gets boring to me in spite of how small it really is. The Venetian architecture is a nice treat away from the shoulder to shoulder crowds in Venice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Activities in the area:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Climb the tower of St. George&#8217;s Parish Church for views<\/li><li>Walk the old Walls of Piran for an even higher advantage (pictured above)<\/li><li>Take <a href=\"https:\/\/shareasale.com\/r.cfm?b=132440&amp;u=2199652&amp;m=18208&amp;urllink=www%2Eviator%2Ecom%2Ftours%2FPiran%2FPiran%2DWalking%2DTour%2Dwith%2DLocal%2DWine%2Dand%2DFood%2DTasting%2Fd28586%2D39474P1&amp;afftrack=day%2Dtrips\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">a walking tour<\/a> with food and wine tastings<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Read more:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/what-to-do-in-piran-slovenia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Piran: The Perfect Day Trip to the Slovenian Coast<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/11-amazing-things-to-do-in-western-slovenia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">11 Amazing Things to do in Western Slovenia<\/a> (Primorska)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Skofja_Loka\"><\/span>3. \u0160kofja Loka<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/visitingskofjalokacastle-4-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\u0160kofja Loka Castle Slovenia\" class=\"wp-image-2059\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/visitingskofjalokacastle-4-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/visitingskofjalokacastle-4-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/visitingskofjalokacastle-4-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/visitingskofjalokacastle-4-1170x780.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/visitingskofjalokacastle-4.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\u0160kofja Loka<\/strong> is only a half-hour drive away from Ljubljana. Sitting at the foot of the Alps, this medieval town has lots of little secrets. In the 14th century, it was a walled city that endured repeated misfortunes that continue through much of its history. Today you can visit the local museum to learn about resilience in this little town.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Activities in the area:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Visit the Loka Castle and museum<\/li><li>Visit the Capuchin Library to see some of the oldest and most valuable Slovene books<\/li><li>Visit \u017delezniki to learn about bobbin lace-making or iron forging<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Read more:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/visiting-skofja-loka-castle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Visiting \u0160kofja Loka Castle in Slovenia&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Predjama_Castle\"><\/span>4. Predjama Castle<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/predjama-castle-slovenia.jpg\" alt=\"Predjama Castle, Slovenia\" class=\"wp-image-2948\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/predjama-castle-slovenia.jpg 900w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/predjama-castle-slovenia-300x400.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/predjama-castle-slovenia-370x493.jpg 370w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/predjama-castle-slovenia-800x1067.jpg 800w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/predjama-castle-slovenia-185x247.jpg 185w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/predjama-castle-slovenia-740x987.jpg 740w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/predjama-castle-slovenia-20x27.jpg 20w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/predjama-castle-slovenia-400x533.jpg 400w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/predjama-castle-slovenia-36x48.jpg 36w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Predjama Castle<\/strong> is probably one of the more famous Slovenian castles and it just so happens to be a castle built into a cave! Just a one hour drive from Ljubljana and 15 minutes from the <strong>Postojna Cave<\/strong> together they make a very unique day trip. The castle is tucked into a dead-end road and there are houses around so be mindful of noise and walking paths.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Activities in the area:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Take an audio guide tour of Predjama Castle<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.viator.com\/tours\/Ljubljana\/Postojna-Caves-and-Predjama-Castle-Tour-from-Ljubljana\/d5257-3312LJ_POS\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Book a tour for Postojna Cave and Predjama Castle<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Read more:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/11-amazing-things-to-do-in-western-slovenia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">11 Amazing Things to Do in Western Slovenia&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/castles-in-slovenia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Ultimate Guide to Slovenian Castles<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Celje\"><\/span>5. Celje<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/celjecastleslovenia-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"celje castle slovenia day trip from ljubljana\" class=\"wp-image-1790\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/celjecastleslovenia-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/celjecastleslovenia-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/celjecastleslovenia-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/celjecastleslovenia-1170x780.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/celjecastleslovenia.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Celje<\/strong> is the third-largest town in Slovenia and just an hour away from Ljubljana. The <strong>Celje Castle<\/strong> is definitely the highlight and I highly recommend doing a guided tour. There is a lot of information about the history of Celje and the castle which would otherwise be missed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Activities in the area:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Stop at \u017dalec on the way to try a green beer at the famous beer fountain<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.celje.si\/en\/card\/historical-train\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Take a historic train from Celje to Pod\u010detrtek<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Read more:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/3-castle-near-ljubljana\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">3 Castles You Can Easily Drive to From Ljubljana<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wandering-velenje-castle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Wandering Velenje Castle<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Velika_Planina\"><\/span>6. Velika Planina<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/wanderingheleneslovenia-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Velika Planina - day trip Ljubljana\" class=\"wp-image-1726\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/wanderingheleneslovenia-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/wanderingheleneslovenia-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/wanderingheleneslovenia-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/wanderingheleneslovenia-1170x780.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/wanderingheleneslovenia.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>One of my all-time favorite places is<strong> Velika Planina<\/strong>. Only 1 hour and 20 minutes from Ljubljana but feels like a whole new world. Explore this traditional alpine herdsmen pasture in the Alps. If you visit in the spring (April-May) you might be able to check out the saffron bloom when little purple flowers cover the fields.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Activities in the area:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Take a guided tour available&nbsp;every Saturday during the summer<\/li><li>Eat some traditional Slovenian food at Zeleni rob<\/li><li>Visit Preskar Museum open every day during pasture season<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Read more:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/velika-planina-slovenia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">An Alpine Escape to Velika Planina<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Triglav_Lakes\"><\/span>7. Triglav Lakes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/wanderingheleneyoutube-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Triglav Lakes - Triglav National Park - Slovenia\" class=\"wp-image-1729\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/wanderingheleneyoutube-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/wanderingheleneyoutube-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/wanderingheleneyoutube-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/wanderingheleneyoutube.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The furthest but maybe the most rewarding on the list. It is a 1 hour and a half to drive to <a href=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/triglav-national-park\/\">Triglav National Park<\/a> and then a 3.5-hour hike to the <strong>Triglav Lakes<\/strong>. Don&#8217;t forget your camera because the sights are some of the most beautiful in all of Slovenia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Activities in the area:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Visit Lake Bohinj, the largest lake in Slovenia<\/li><li>Take a small hike to Savica Waterfall<\/li><li>Take a cable car to the top of Vogel for incredible views<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Read more:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/triglav-national-park\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Two Days in Triglav National Park<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/a-snow-day-in-pokljuka-slovenia-travel\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">A Snow Day in Pokljuka<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/an-alpine-day-trip-from-lake-jasna-to-mangart\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">An Alpine Day Trip from Lake Jasna to Mangart<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Sneznik_Castle\"><\/span>8. Sne\u017enik Castle<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/sneznikcastle-7-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"sne\u017enik castle\" class=\"wp-image-1555\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/sneznikcastle-7-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/sneznikcastle-7-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/sneznikcastle-7-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/sneznikcastle-7-1170x780.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/sneznikcastle-7.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>One of my favorite castles in Slovenia is <strong>Sne\u017enik Castle<\/strong> and it makes for a lovely day trip from Ljubljana. It is about an hour&#8217;s drive south of Ljubljana and in close proximity to a lot of caves. This is also the perfect stop on your itinerary if you are heading towards <strong>Rijeka, Croatia<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Activities in the area:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/krizna-jama.si\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Ride a boat through Cross Cave (Kri\u017ena Jama)<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.loskadolina.info\/en\/a.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Go bear watching<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.notranjski-park.si\/en\/nature\/natural-sights\/lake-cerknica\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Visit the largest intermittent lake in Europe, Lake Cerknica<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Read more:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/sneznik-castle-slovenia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Sne\u017enik Castle and the Disappearing Lake<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/castles-in-slovenia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Ultimate Guide to Slovenian Castles<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Brezica_Castle\"><\/span>9. Bre\u017eica Castle<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1440\" height=\"809\" src=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/posavje-castles-slovenia-5-1440x809.jpg\" alt=\"Slovenian Castle Bre\u017eica\" class=\"wp-image-2838\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/posavje-castles-slovenia-5-1440x809.jpg 1440w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/posavje-castles-slovenia-5-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/posavje-castles-slovenia-5-370x208.jpg 370w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/posavje-castles-slovenia-5-800x449.jpg 800w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/posavje-castles-slovenia-5-20x11.jpg 20w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/posavje-castles-slovenia-5-185x104.jpg 185w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/posavje-castles-slovenia-5-740x416.jpg 740w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/posavje-castles-slovenia-5-1110x624.jpg 1110w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/posavje-castles-slovenia-5-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/posavje-castles-slovenia-5-85x48.jpg 85w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/posavje-castles-slovenia-5.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bre\u017eica Castle<\/strong> is a 16th-century castle in Dolenjska. It is an hour drive from Ljubljana near the border with Croatia (on the way to Zagreb). This castle houses the <strong>Posavje Museum<\/strong> which is an eye-opening look into the history of the region and Slovenia which I highly recommend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Activities in the area:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/si\/golf-grad-mokrice.en.html?aid=1889190&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Stay overnight in Mokrice Castle<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/terme-catez.si\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Relax at Terme \u010cate\u017e&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gradrajhenburg.si\/en\/history\/rajhenburg-castle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Visit Brestanica Castle and its museum<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Read more:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/a-weekend-of-slovenian-castles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">A Weekend of Slovenian Castles<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Koper\"><\/span>10. Koper<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"889\" src=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/koper-slovenia.jpg\" alt=\"Koper, Slovenia day trip from Ljubljana\" class=\"wp-image-2946\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/koper-slovenia.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/koper-slovenia-300x222.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/koper-slovenia-370x274.jpg 370w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/koper-slovenia-800x593.jpg 800w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/koper-slovenia-20x15.jpg 20w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/koper-slovenia-185x137.jpg 185w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/koper-slovenia-740x548.jpg 740w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/koper-slovenia-1110x822.jpg 1110w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/koper-slovenia-400x296.jpg 400w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/koper-slovenia-65x48.jpg 65w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Koper<\/strong> is the largest coastal city in Slovenia and part of Slovenian Istria. This day trip from Ljubljana takes about 1 hour and 20 minutes by car. With medieval Venetian palaces, a great market with fresh seafood, and don&#8217;t forget to climb the bell tower for incredible views.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Activities in the area:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/shareasale.com\/r.cfm?b=132440&amp;u=2199652&amp;m=18208&amp;urllink=www%2Eviator%2Ecom%2Ftours%2FSlovenia%2FTRUFFLES%2DHunting%2Dand%2DCooking%2Dand%2DTasting%2Din%2DIstria%2Fd734%2D70422P2&amp;afftrack=day%2Dtrips\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Try Istrian cuisine and learn about truffle hunting and preparation<\/a>.<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/shareasale.com\/r.cfm?b=132440&amp;u=2199652&amp;m=18208&amp;urllink=www%2Eviator%2Ecom%2Ftours%2FKoper%2FWine%2Dtasting%2Dat%2DSlovenian%2Dseaside%2Dtry%2Dbest%2DMediterranean%2Dwines%2Fd4170%2D33653P10&amp;afftrack=day%2Dtrips\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Take a sightseeing and wine tasting tour.<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Read more:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/things-to-do-in-koper\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">11 Best Things to Do in Koper<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/day-trip-date-in-koper-with-mini-adventures\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Day Trip Date in Koper with Mini Adventures<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Otocec_Castle\"><\/span>11. Oto\u010dec Castle<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1440\" height=\"960\" src=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/dolenjskaslovenia-8-1-1440x960.jpg\" alt=\"Oto\u010dec Castle - Day trips from Ljubljana, Slovenia\" class=\"wp-image-2934\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/dolenjskaslovenia-8-1-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/dolenjskaslovenia-8-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/dolenjskaslovenia-8-1-370x247.jpg 370w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/dolenjskaslovenia-8-1-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/dolenjskaslovenia-8-1-20x13.jpg 20w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/dolenjskaslovenia-8-1-185x123.jpg 185w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/dolenjskaslovenia-8-1-740x493.jpg 740w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/dolenjskaslovenia-8-1-1110x740.jpg 1110w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/dolenjskaslovenia-8-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/dolenjskaslovenia-8-1-72x48.jpg 72w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/dolenjskaslovenia-8-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Oto\u010dec Castle<\/strong> is a one hour drive from Ljubljana in the Dolenjska region. It is a beautiful castle that is on an island in the middle of a river. While there is no museum or tour to do at Oto\u010dec they do have a hotel and restaurant. They also converted part of the castle to a winery where you can try and purchase local wines. Visiting Oto\u010dec Castle is not a complete day trip but a great stop while traveling through <strong>Dolenjska<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Activities in the area:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Visit Novo Mesto, the economic and cultural center of Dolenjska<\/li><li>Tr\u0161ka Gora for hiking and views of hilly vineyards<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Read more:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/a-weekend-of-slovenian-castles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">A Weekend of Slovenian Castles<\/a> (Dolenjska)<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/five-unique-things-you-can-do-in-dolenjska-travel\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">11 Unique Things You Can Do In Dolenjska&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Radovljica\"><\/span>12. Radovljica<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><th><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/radovljica-day-trip1.jpg\" width=\"\u201c600&quot;\" height=\"\u201c900&quot;\"><\/th><th><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/radovljica-day-trip2.jpg\" width=\"\u201c600&quot;\" height=\"\u201c900&quot;\"><\/th><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Just a 35-minute drive from Ljubljana, Radovljica is a great day trip option to combine with Bled (only 10 minutes away).<strong> Radovljica<\/strong>, or Radol&#8217;ca as it is known locally, is the perfect stop for those interested in Slovenian culture and history. During the summer months check out the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.radolca.si\/en\/activities-and-experiences\/hop-on-hop-off-tourist-bus\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Hop On-Hop Off bus options<\/a> in this region to explore various historical towns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Activities in the area:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Visit the Museum of Apiculture (beekeeping)<\/li><li>Visit Lectar Workshop and Museum and decorate your own honey bread heart<\/li><li>Check out the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.radolca.si\/en\/chocolate-festival\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Chocolate Festival<\/a> (every spring)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_Goriska_Brda\"><\/span>13. Gori\u0161ka Brda<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/smartno-slovenia-6.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3172\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/smartno-slovenia-6.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/smartno-slovenia-6-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/smartno-slovenia-6-370x247.jpg 370w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/smartno-slovenia-6-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/smartno-slovenia-6-20x13.jpg 20w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/smartno-slovenia-6-185x123.jpg 185w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/smartno-slovenia-6-740x493.jpg 740w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/smartno-slovenia-6-1110x740.jpg 1110w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/smartno-slovenia-6-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/smartno-slovenia-6-72x48.jpg 72w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Gori\u0161ka Brda<\/strong> is the smallest wine-growing region of Slovenia and one of my favorite places to travel. Whether you are interested in landscapes, historic towns, delicious farm to table food, and incredible local wines there is something for everyone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Activities in the area:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Eat at <a href=\"https:\/\/marica.si\/en\/restaurant\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Marica Hi\u0161a<\/a> in \u0160martno<\/li><li>Climb Gonja\u010de Viewing Tower for views of Brda<\/li><li>Visit Slovenia&#8217;s largest wine cellar, Klet Brda<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Read more:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/goriska-brda-the-wine-capital-of-slovenia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Gori\u0161ka Brda: The Wine Capital of Slovenia<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_Kranjska_Gora\"><\/span>14. Kranjska Gora<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/lake-jasna-slovenia-.png\" alt=\"Lake Jasna\" class=\"wp-image-3122\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/lake-jasna-slovenia-.png 1200w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/lake-jasna-slovenia--300x150.png 300w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/lake-jasna-slovenia--370x185.png 370w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/lake-jasna-slovenia--800x400.png 800w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/lake-jasna-slovenia--185x93.png 185w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/lake-jasna-slovenia--740x370.png 740w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/lake-jasna-slovenia--1110x555.png 1110w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/lake-jasna-slovenia--20x10.png 20w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/lake-jasna-slovenia--400x200.png 400w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/lake-jasna-slovenia--96x48.png 96w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Kranjska Gora<\/strong> is tucked away in the northwestern corner of Slovenia, just near the border of both Austria and Italy. Don&#8217;t let the small size of this alpine town fool you, there are once in a lifetime experiences and sightseeing all year round. In the winter check out ski jumping at <strong>Planica<\/strong> and in the summer take a walk around <strong>Zelenci Natural Reserve<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Activities in the area:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Visit the Russian Chapel<\/li><li>Drive the winding road of Vr\u0161i\u010d Pass<\/li><li>Explore Peri\u010dnik and Martuljek Waterfalls<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/shareasale.com\/r.cfm?b=132440&amp;u=2199652&amp;m=18208&amp;urllink=www%2Eviator%2Ecom%2Ftours%2FLjubljana%2FKranjska%2DGora%2DExcursion%2Dwith%2DTraditional%2DSlovenian%2DLunch%2Dfrom%2DLjubljana%2Fd5257%2D3312P39&amp;afftrack=day%2Dtrips\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow noreferrer\">Book a day trip from Ljubljana with traditional Slovene food<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Read more:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/an-alpine-day-trip-from-lake-jasna-to-mangart\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">An Alpine Day Trip from Lake Jasna to Mangart<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_Take_a_Panoramic_Flight\"><\/span>15. Take a Panoramic Flight<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"659\" src=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/flyinganxietyslovenia-19-1024x659.jpg\" alt=\"triglav flying slovenia\" class=\"wp-image-2103\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/flyinganxietyslovenia-19-1024x659.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/flyinganxietyslovenia-19-300x193.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/flyinganxietyslovenia-19-768x495.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/flyinganxietyslovenia-19.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The airport in <strong>Lesce<\/strong> (near Bled) is where you can catch a flight over some of Slovenia&#8217;s most iconic sights like Lake Bled, Lake Bohinj, and even fly around the highest peak, Triglav. Be sure to book in advance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Read more:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/overcoming-my-flying-anxiety\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Overcoming My Flying Anxiety Flying Over Triglav<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"16_Kranj\"><\/span>16. Kranj<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><th><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/day-trip-from-ljubljana-kranj-scaled.jpg\" width=\"\u201c600&quot;\" height=\"\u201c900&quot;\"><\/th><th><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/kranj-day-trip-from-ljubljana-scaled.jpg\" width=\"\u201c600&quot;\" height=\"\u201c900&quot;\"><\/th><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Just a short 30-minute drive from Ljubljana,<strong> Kranj<\/strong> is a great day trip. It can easily be combined with \u0160kofja Loka or Bled. Tucked between the Julian Alps and Kamni\u0161ke-Savinje Alps this industrial town is often overlooked but provides incredible views without the crowds so it is a plus in my book.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Activities in the area:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/shareasale.com\/r.cfm?b=132440&amp;u=2199652&amp;m=18208&amp;urllink=www%2Eviator%2Ecom%2Ftours%2FLjubljana%2FALPINE%2DAIR%2DCITY%2DFLAIR%2DTOUR%2DOF%2DKRANJ%2DCAPITAL%2DOF%2DTHE%2DSLOVENIAN%2DALPS%2Fd5257%2D162877P1&amp;afftrack=day%2Dtrips\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow noreferrer\">Take a Kranj town tour<\/a><\/li><li>Visit Pre\u0161eren House to learn about Slovenia&#8217;s favorite poet<\/li><li>Visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gorenjski-muzej.si\/?lang=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Muzej Gorenjski<\/a> at Kieselstein Castle<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"17_Slovenj_Gradec\"><\/span>17. Slovenj Gradec<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"758\" src=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/koroska-slovenia-2.jpg\" alt=\"slovenj gradec\" class=\"wp-image-3379\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/koroska-slovenia-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/koroska-slovenia-2-300x190.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/koroska-slovenia-2-370x234.jpg 370w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/koroska-slovenia-2-800x505.jpg 800w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/koroska-slovenia-2-20x13.jpg 20w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/koroska-slovenia-2-185x117.jpg 185w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/koroska-slovenia-2-740x467.jpg 740w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/koroska-slovenia-2-1110x701.jpg 1110w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/koroska-slovenia-2-400x253.jpg 400w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/koroska-slovenia-2-76x48.jpg 76w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Slovenj Gradec<\/strong> is perfect for those looking to get off the overwalked path. The largest town of the Koro\u0161ka, Slovenj Gradec is a great day trip from Ljubljana, especially when combined with Velenje or other activities around Koro\u0161ka.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Activities in the area:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Hiking or skiing at Kope<\/li><li>Kayaking or mountain biking through Me\u017eica Mines<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Read more:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wandering-magical-and-medieval-koroska\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Wandering Magical and Medieval Koro\u0161ka<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/snow-castles-for-king-matjaz-in-koroska\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Snow Castles for King Matja\u017e<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"18_Ptuj\"><\/span>18. Ptuj<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><th><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/ptuj-day-trip1.jpg\" width=\"\u201c600&quot;\" height=\"\u201c900&quot;\"><\/th><th><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/ptuj-day-trip2.jpg\" width=\"\u201c600&quot;\" height=\"\u201c900&quot;\"><\/th><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>One of Slovenia&#8217;s oldest towns, Ptuj, should definitely be on your radar! This eastern Slovenian town<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Activities in the area:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Visit Ptuj Castle and regional museum<\/li><li>Attend Kurentovanje in February<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/lucyswinetours.com\/en\/vinski-potep-po-ptuju\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Book a wine stroll through Ptuj&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li>Relax in the healing waters at Terme Ptuj<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Read more:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/pust-a-guide-to-slovenian-carnival\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pust: A Guide to Slovenian Carnival<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"19_Miramare_Castle_Trieste_Italy\"><\/span>19. Miramare Castle + Trieste (Italy)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/triesteitaly-8-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"miramare castle\" class=\"wp-image-1749\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/triesteitaly-8-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/triesteitaly-8-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/triesteitaly-8-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/triesteitaly-8-1170x780.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/triesteitaly-8.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Just 1 hour and 20 minutes away from Ljubljana you can visit <strong>Miramare Castle<\/strong>. A picturesque castle with uniquely decorated rooms inside just outside of <strong>Trieste, Italy<\/strong>. It makes a perfect stop between <strong>Venice<\/strong> and <strong>Ljubljana<\/strong> especially if traveling via train.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Activities in the area:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/shareasale.com\/r.cfm?b=132440&amp;u=2199652&amp;m=18208&amp;urllink=www%2Eviator%2Ecom%2Ftours%2FTrieste%2FPrivate%2DTrieste%2DSightseeing%2DTour%2Fd4239%2D29149P2&amp;afftrack=day%2Dtrip\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Do a private sightseeing tour of Trieste.<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/shareasale.com\/r.cfm?b=132440&amp;u=2199652&amp;m=18208&amp;urllink=www%2Eviator%2Ecom%2Ftours%2FTrieste%2FPanoramic%2DTour%2Dof%2DTrieste%2Dand%2DMiramare%2DCastle%2Fd4239%2D24363P42&amp;afftrack=day%2Dtrips\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Take a guided tour of Trieste and Miramare<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/shareasale.com\/r.cfm?b=132440&amp;u=2199652&amp;m=18208&amp;urllink=www%2Eviator%2Ecom%2Ftours%2FTrieste%2FTrieste%2Dcentre%2Dtasting%2Dof%2Dregional%2Dwines%2Fd4239%2D67894P5&amp;afftrack=day%2Dtrips\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Do a local wine tasting<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Read more:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/visit-trieste\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Visit Trieste: A Guide from Ancient Rome to Modern Times<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"20_Zagreb_Croatia\"><\/span>20. Zagreb (Croatia)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-2950\" src=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/croatia-zagreb.jpg\" alt=\"Zagreb Croatia\" width=\"900\" height=\"1200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/croatia-zagreb.jpg 900w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/croatia-zagreb-300x400.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/croatia-zagreb-370x493.jpg 370w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/croatia-zagreb-800x1067.jpg 800w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/croatia-zagreb-185x247.jpg 185w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/croatia-zagreb-740x987.jpg 740w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/croatia-zagreb-20x27.jpg 20w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/croatia-zagreb-400x533.jpg 400w, https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/croatia-zagreb-36x48.jpg 36w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/> <strong>Zagreb<\/strong>, the capital of <strong>Croatia<\/strong> is just a 2-hour drive from Ljubljana and a great choice for a day trip from Ljubljana or the next stop on your trip. The largest city on this list with a population of 800,000 compared to Ljubljana&#8217;s ~300,000, it still doesn&#8217;t have that big city feel. Zagreb is a walkable city with lots of interesting architecture and an excellent award-winning Christmas Market. Do be mindful that while Croatia is in the European Union they are not in the Schengen Area (check visa requirements).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Activities in the area:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Visit the Museum of Broken Relationships<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/shareasale.com\/r.cfm?b=132440&amp;u=2199652&amp;m=18208&amp;urllink=www%2Eviator%2Ecom%2Ftours%2FZagreb%2FFeel%2Dthe%2Dpulse%2Dof%2Dthe%2Dcity%2Fd5391%2D8389P8&amp;afftrack=day%2Dtrips\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Take a walking tour of Zagreb<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/shareasale.com\/r.cfm?b=132440&amp;u=2199652&amp;m=18208&amp;urllink=www%2Eviator%2Ecom%2Ftours%2FZagreb%2FZagreb%2DFood%2DWalking%2DTour%2Fd5391%2D7125P28&amp;afftrack=day%2Dtrips\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Take a food tour through Zagreb<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Read more:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/a-weekend-of-slovenian-castles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">A Weekend of Slovenian Castles<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Save this article for later!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Pin this article to Pinterest to save for later or share with friends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-pin-title=\"15 Stunning Day Trips from Ljubljana (Slovenia)\" data-pin-description=\"Ljubljana, Slovenia is the perfect base for your Slovenian trip. From there you can easily explore all around the country from the Alps to the beautiful seaside town of Piran. Lake Bled, Velika Planina, and endless castles. You can even take a trip to a nearby country! Yes, Slovenia is that small! Slovenia | Slovenia day trips | Ljubljana day trips | Slovenia itinerary #balkans #travel #tourism #traveldestinations\" src=\"https:\/\/wanderinghelene.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/day-trips-from-ljubljana.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"368\" height=\"551\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-pin-title=\"20 Epic Day Trips From Ljubljana, Slovenia\" data-pin-description=\"Ljubljana is a great place to center your Slovenian trip around. From Ljubljana you can reach every corner of the country in a day trip. Day trips from Ljubljana include Bled, Piran, Ptuj, Gori\u0161ka Brda, Kranjska Gora, and trips to nearby countries. 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