The places, most named first
From the 8 guides that rank for "best places to visit in slovenia"
Named by 7 of 81. Lake BledA lake in the foothills of the Julian Alps with a church on an island and a medieval castle above it.It is less than an hour from Ljubljana, which makes it a workable day trip.Named by 6 of 82. LjubljanaThe capital has an old town, canals and a castle on the hill, and is small by EU capital standards.It is more about eating, shopping and strolling the streets than moving between museums.
Named by 5 of 83. PiranA Venetian-style old town on the Adriatic coast, with a central square, town walls and cobbled alleys.The town was Venetian until 1797, and the walls and bell tower of St. George's Church give views over the peninsula.
Named by 5 of 84. Lake BohinjIt is quieter than Lake Bled, with a more rugged and natural feel.It is the largest permanent lake in Slovenia, about half an hour's drive from Bled.
Named by 4 of 85. Triglav National ParkSlovenia's only national park, in the northwest along the Austrian and Italian borders.Mount Triglav, the highest peak in Slovenia, gives the park its name and appears on the flag.
Named by 4 of 86. Soča ValleyThe Soča River is a vivid turquoise, with kayaking and whitewater rafting tours on offer.The river gets its blue-green color from limestone sediment, and Bovec is the main base for adventure sports.
Named by 4 of 87. Vršič PassAt 1,611 meters it is the highest mountain pass in the country, with 50 hairpin turns.It starts in Kranjska Gora and ends in the Soča Valley, and a car lets you stop at viewpoints.
Named by 3 of 88. Vintgar GorgeA 1.6 km boardwalk crisscrosses the Radovna River through the gorge.It is not far from Lakes Bled and Bohinj, and going early helps because the boardwalk gets busy.
Named by 3 of 89. Savica WaterfallIt is close to Lake Bohinj and is described as Slovenia's most popular waterfall.The hike up is hard on the legs, and the best light on the pool is between 9 and 10am.
Named by 2 of 810. Predjama Castle and Postojna CaveThe castle is built into a rock face and is an easy day trip from Ljubljana.Postojna Cave is about 9 km away and is the most visited cave in Europe.
Named by 2 of 811. MariborThe second-largest city is small, with under 100,000 people and a lovely old town.It is described as having Ljubljana and Bled's charm without the crowds, plus festivals and nearby wine country.
Named by 2 of 812. PtujThe oldest town in the country, with an old town and a castle in its center.It sits in the northeast, close to the borders with Croatia, Austria and Hungary.
Named by 2 of 813. Logar ValleyIt is a glacial valley in the Kamnik-Savinja Alps with hiking, and it sits off the usual tourist path.The nearby Solčava Panoramic Trail links tourist farms where you can sample local produce in summer.
Named by 2 of 814. Kranjska GoraDescribed as Slovenia's best ski resort, so most visitors come in winter.Summer brings swimming in Lake Jasna, waterfall hikes, cycling and via ferrata climbing.
Named by 2 of 815. KobaridA footbridge near Kobarid is said to give probably the best views of the Soča River.
16. Kamnik-Savinja AlpsLimestone peaks and mountain huts about 90 minutes north of Ljubljana, with very few tourists.Velika Planina is the best-known attraction, a high alpine settlement with herdsmen huts.
17. Bela KrajinaA peaceful, quiet region near the Croatian border, good for swimming in a clear lake and unwinding.
18. Tolmin GorgeVisitors walk along the Tolminka River and cross a suspension bridge above the gorge.
19. Mangart SaddleThe highest road in Slovenia, a winding drive in the northwest.
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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
- How many days is enough for Slovenia?
- One itinerary says 10 days covers the highlights: Ljubljana, the lakes, the Julian Alps, a road trip and the coast.
- What are the prettiest towns in Slovenia?
- Sources name Ptuj, Piran, Maribor and Ljubljana among the prettiest, along with Bled.
- Is it better to stay in Lake Bled or Ljubljana?
- Most visitors include both. Bled is less than an hour from Ljubljana, so it works as a day trip or a hiking base.
