Ljubljana, Slovenia

Fly to Slovenia and discover its wonderful capital city Ljubljana! Here, you can enjoy historic monuments, beautiful nature and lively outdoor cafés by the water.

Ljubljana may be a newcomer on the scene, but it’s time to change that! The capital of Slovenia is modern, friendly and compact: all the sights can be reached easily by foot. For instance, the candy pink Franciscan church located on Prešeren Square. And don’t forget to travel back over the Triple Bridge (Tromostovje); it is breathtakingly beautiful. Curious about the sights of Ljubljana? With these tips you are sure to have an unforgettable holiday.

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Ljubljana is a real student city, which means lots of great cafés and restaurants. Stroll down the narrow streets to discover the best wine bars and taste the fantastic Movia wine. If you’re in for something more active, you can even go stand-up paddleboarding on the lovely Ljubljanica River that runs right through the centre. Or climb up to the centuries-old castle Ljubljanski Grad. where you can enjoy spectacular views of the city!

Practical information

Transport to/from the airport

Ljubljana Airport is located about 26 km from the city centre. You can travel to/from the airport by taxi or bus. 

  • Taxi

    Taxis are outside the airport. The taxi drive to the centre costs about €35 and takes 25 minutes.

  • Bus

    Bus 28 departs every hour to and from the airport and is the cheapest way to travel. The bus rides less frequently in the weekend. You can buy a bus ticket for as little as €4.10.

Transport in the city/region

Travel anywhere within Ljubljana:

  • Bus

    If you want go beyond the centre of Ljubljana, you can use the extensive bus network. Do keep in mind that the bus service is limited in the evenings.

  • Train

    Ljubljana has a good rail network. If you have enough time, you can easily discover other cities in Slovenia by rail.

  • Taxi

    A taxi ride in Ljubljana is relatively cheap. You can hail a taxi on the street or go to a taxi rank (tip: near stations).

Passport and visa

You need a valid passport or identity card. 

Time zone

GMT +1 (summer time +2)
There is no time difference between Ljubljana and the Netherlands. 

Currency

The currency used in Ljubljana is the Euro (EUR). 

Flight duration

The flight from the Netherlands to Ljubljana takes approximately two hours. The outbound and inbound flights may be shorter if the wind direction is favourable.