Best Beaches in Slovenia
The 10 places the travel guides we read name most, what they say about each, and fares from your city.
The places, most named first
From the 10 guides that rank for "best beaches in slovenia"
Named by 10 of 101. PiranA small Venetian-style town with rocky shores and clear water good for swimming and snorkelling.Town swimming is mostly from concrete platforms and small piers along the promenade, with a stone beach beside the old town.
Named by 9 of 102. PortorožThe most traditional beach resort feel, with sandy areas, loungers and calm water.The country's most famous beach, with golden sand and a lively promenade.
Named by 7 of 103. StrunjanNature park about 15 minutes from Piran with untouched cliffs and blue bays; many beaches are reached by short, steep trails.Home to the highest cliffs in the region, up to 80 metres, and the country's only lagoon.
Named by 7 of 104. IzolaTown swimming areas fill up quickly when the sun appears; quieter, unspoiled pebble beaches lie to the south.Family-friendly and easygoing, with shallow water, playgrounds and restaurants.
Named by 5 of 105. Moon Bay (Mesečev Zaliv)A pebble beach under steep cliffs inside Strunjan Nature Park, reached by a walking trail, and often almost empty even in summer.Called the best beach in the country by one writer; the path down takes about 5 minutes from the cliff walk.
Named by 5 of 106. FiesaA sheltered bay with a pebble beach, quieter and suited to families, 15 minutes' walk from Piran.Calm water and a laid-back atmosphere; easy to combine with a walk into town.
Named by 4 of 107. KoperThe region's biggest city; the newer Žusterna beach has small stones, grass and shade trees.Žusterna holds a Blue Flag for clean water.
Named by 4 of 108. Simonov Zaliv (Simon's Bay)A more secluded spot near Izola with gentle water and fewer crowds, good for sunbathing or snorkelling.A family favourite with playgrounds, a volleyball court and water sports.
Named by 2 of 109. AnkaranSoft sand and calm water close to the Italian border, with a laid-back feel.
Named by 2 of 1010. Bele SkaleA small pebbly cove just outside Izola, quieter than the town beach with clear water for swimming.
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When to go
Travel guides most often name June to September as the best time to visit Slovenia.
Questions people ask
- Is Slovenia nicer than Croatia?
- Slovenia has only about 47 km of coast, so one guide says it lacks the variety and scenery of its Adriatic neighbours and is not worth visiting purely for a beach holiday.
- What is the best month to go to Slovenia?
- For the coast, May to June and September to October, when the weather is warm, crowds are thinner and prices are lower.
- Which is better, Koper or Piran?
- Piran is the most tourist-friendly, Venetian-influenced town; Koper is the region's biggest city with medieval streets.
