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Sail on crystal-clear waters of Lake Bled
Take a fairytale journey across the turquoise waters of Lake Bled, sailing past the tiny chapel on Bled Island where a temple to the Slavic Goddess of Love once stood. The romantic atmosphere continues to Bled Castle, an ancient fortress with views over Slovenia’s lakes and powdered peaks.
Visit a traditional Slovenian village

We’ll take you deep into Slovenia’s mountains to reveal their beautiful villages. Wander the narrow streets and town squares, lined with stone built houses, terraced gardens and pretty painted murals. Each village has a distinct character with magical customs and ancient traditions.
Relax in Tivoli Park in Ljubljana

Spend a peaceful afternoon strolling through Tivoli Park. A web of footpaths takes you through the manicured gardens that surround two historic mansions. Discover the fish pond, botanical garden and the glasshouse with an exhibition of tropical plants, or explore the maze of walking trails leading into Rožnik Hill.
See the Gingerbread Museum

Discover the traditional Slovenian art of lectarstvo in an extra sweet workshop where even the signs are made from gingerbread. The museum is housed in a centuries-old inn, where you’ll learn the history and watch a making and decorating demonstration, before getting a taste of the freshly-baked gingerbread.
Visit Ljubljana Castle

Exploring Ljubljana Castle is one of the most impressive things to do In Ljubljana. You’ll find a number of ancient rooms dating back to the 12th century and several museums (including the playful Museum of Puppetry). We’ll also take you up the 19th century watchtower, complete with panoramic views over the city.

Our top 5 things to do in Slovenia

From sailing Lake Bled and exploring medieval castles, to discovering traditional villages in evergreen forests, our trips to Slovenia easily take you from the iconic to the unexpected.

Ljubljana
National Museum of Slovenia
Housed in a neo-Renaissance palace dating back to 1885, the National Museum of Slovenia features an impressive collection of cultural treasures. Among their prehistoric exhibition, you’ll find a 60,000 year old Neanderthal flute, thought to be the world's oldest musical instrument, while their Roman collection includes thousands of statues, paintings and stone monuments.
Ljubljana
Slovenian Museum of Natural History

The Slovenian Museum of Natural History houses global collections showcasing the world’s biodiversity, including one of Europe’s best-preserved woolly mammoth skeletons. Set in the same building as the National Museum of Slovenia, the Museum of Natural History is the oldest cultural and scientific institution in Slovenia.
Ljubljana
Slovenian Ethnographic Museum

With ethnographic collections dating back to 1821, the Slovenian Ethnographic Museum was established to showcase the traditional culture of Slovenia. It’s located in a former barracks complex in Ljubljana, and presents Slovenia’s heritage including traditional handicrafts, wisdom and skills such as weaving, pottery, blacksmithing, beekeeping and glass-painting.

Best museums in Slovenia

Slovenia’s museums are a highlight of all our Slovenia travel experiences. Discover the world’s oldest musical instrument, or see one of Europe’s best preserved woolly mammoth skeletons.

Kranjska Klobasa (Carniolan sausage)
Also known as the Carniolan sausage, Kranjska Klobasa is one of Slovenia’s most popular culinary specialties. A smoked and cured sausage, made from a blend of pork and bacon cooked inside pig’s intestine, Slovenians have been eating this delicacy since the 19th century, and there’s a Kranjska sausage festival held each year.
Potica

A festive pastry made with rolled paper-thin dough, Potica is Slovenia’s most famous dessert. It’s baked in a special potica baking mould called potičnik, and most often filled with walnut, poppy seeds, pumpkin seeds, tarragon or hazelnut. There are more than 80 known fillings including salted ones with bacon.
Prekmurska gibanica (Prekmurian Layer Cake)

A delicious combination of cake and pastry, Prekmurska gibanica is a national specialty of Slovenia and one of the country’s most loved desserts. The pastry layers are filled with apples, walnuts, poppy seeds and cottage cheese, and are often topped with a dollop of sour cream.

Best food in Slovenia

From delicious preserved meats like the Kranjska sausage to tasty Nanos and Tolminc cheeses and divine desserts like Potica, we'll introduce you a hearty blend of Slovenian food.