Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport 1 hr 14
Rihemberk (14 min) Castle and history Cattedrale di San Giusto Martire (43 min) Hilltop 14th-century cathedral built on a Roman temple, known for its elaborate frescoes & mosaics. Miramare Castle (45 min) 19th-century castle commissioned by an archduke, with a park with rare plants & panoramic views. Lipica (30 min) Long-running stud farm dedicated to unique white stallions featuring tours & picturesque pastures. Revoltella Museum (42 min) Museum for the fine & decorative arts collection of a 19th-century baron in his elegant former home. Gostilna pri Lojzetu - Dvorec Zemono (26 min) Grotta Gigante (28 min) Huge underground cave with stalactites & stalagmites, plus visitor center and guided tours. Piazza Unità d'Italia (39 min) Huge square overlooking the sea, surrounded by grand buildings & cafes, with a landmark fountain. Rilke trail (32 min) Castello di Duino (35 min) Guided tours of this lavishly-decorated clifftop castle, plus a tiered garden & World War II bunker. Nanos (49 min) Trails lead up this rugged karst plateau to a mountain hut overlooking wooded peaks & valleys. Ponte Rosso (38 min) Scenic views are offered from this bridge on the canal which is lined with a selection of cafes. Vittoria Light (34 min) Lighthouse commemorating World War I sailors, sometimes open to the public for panoramic bay views. Ferrarijev vrt (7 min) Garden and park San Giusto Castle (43 min) Imposing 15th-century castle & fort, now housing a museum of historical weapons & local history. |