Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport 32 min
Ljubljana Cathedral (26 min) Roman Catholic cathedral with a baroque interior, including gilded columns & ceiling frescoes. Robba fountain (26 min) Marble-&-limestone 18th-century fountain with an obelisk, pool & 3 sculpted figures holding jugs. Cerkev Marijinega oznanjenja (27 min) Landmark 17th-century Franciscan church featuring a pink facade & an interior with ceiling frescoes. Narodni muzej Slovenije (23 min) Housed in a Renaissance palace, the country's oldest museum offers prehistoric & cultural exhibits. Ljubljana Zoo (19 min) Compact city zoo offering a children's playground, special events & an on-site eatery. Triple bridge (27 min) 19th-century bridge with 2 adjacent 20th-century footbridges that cross over the Ljubljanica River. National Gallery (24 min) Slovenia's main art museum, founded in 1918 & featuring works from the 13th century onwards. Tivoli Park (29 min) Ljubljana's largest park, with 5 sq. km. of formal gardens, paved paths & grassy picnic areas. Ljubljana Marshes (26 min) Vast, biodiverse swamp region with prehistoric stilt houses, plus birdwatching, cycling & hiking. Central market (25 min) Bustling indoor-outdoor market with vendors for fruit, vegetables, meat, cheese & hot prepared food. Congress Square (24 min) Many events are held in this historic square with a bronze statue, shade trees & a music pavilion. Prešeren Square (27 min) Multiple streets terminate at this circular pedestrian hub & gathering place for festivals & events. Ljubljana Castle (28 min) A glass cube transports visitors up to this symbol of the city with its permanent history exhibit. Dragon Bridge (25 min) Pedestrian-friendly art nouveau bridge built in 1900 best known for its series of dragon statues. Metelkova Art Center (27 min) Hip urban culture center featuring underground music, theater & arts events, plus bars & nightlife. |