Ljubljana Slovenia 5 Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival & Exploring Ljubljana’s Old Town

  • Arrival: Fly into Jože Pučnik Airport (LJU) or come by train to Ljubljana’s main station. The city center is easily accessible by public transport.

  • Check-in & Rest: Check into your accommodation, ideally located in the Old Town area for convenience. Recommended: Hotel Cubo or Hotel Monument.

  • Lunch: Try traditional Slovenian cuisine at Gostilna Pri Lojzetu, a cozy restaurant in the heart of Old Town.

  • Afternoon: Visit key landmarks like Ljubljana Castle, Dragon Bridge, and Preseren Square. Take a leisurely boat ride on the Ljubljanica River.

  • Dinner & Evening: Dine at JB Restaurant or Restavracija Hisa Franko for a more upscale experience. Explore the vibrant nightlife in Metelkova Mesto or Gallerija Kogut.

Day 2: Museums, Parks, and Lake Bled (Optional)

  • Morning: Visit Museum of Illusions, National Gallery of Slovenia, and Museum of Modern Art.

  • Lunch: Grab a bite at Atelje OSTERJA or Restavracija Galerija Vigenjé.

  • Afternoon (Optional): If you have time, head to Lake Bled (~1 hour by bus). Visit the church on Bled Island and hike up to Ojstrica for stunning views.

  • Dinner: Return to Ljubljana and dine at Restavracija Julijana or JB Restaurant.

Day 3: Day Trip to Lake Bohinj & Vintgar Gorge

  • Morning: Take a day trip to Lake Bohinj (~1 hour by bus). Enjoy the serenity, rent a rowboat, or hike around the lake.

  • Lunch: Have lunch at Pohojst Gastronomija or Restaurant Jezero Bohinj.

  • Afternoon: Visit Vintgar Gorge (~30 min drive from Lake Bohinj). Stroll along the gorge’s trails and take in breathtaking views of the waterfalls.

  • Dinner & Return: Head back to Ljubljana for dinner at Restavracija Trbovlje or Gostišče Kompas.

Day 4: Exploring Surrounding Areas (Postojna Cave, Predjama Castle)

  • Morning: Visit the iconic Postojna Cave and Predjama Castle. A guided tour is recommended for both sites.

  • Lunch: Eat at Gostilna pri Planincah or Kavarna in Predjama Castle.

  • Afternoon: Spend the rest of your day exploring the charming town of Postojna, or relax back in Ljubljana.

  • Dinner & Evening: Dine at Restavracija Rakovec or Gostilna Na gradu.

Day 5: Farewell Ljubljana

  • Morning: Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at your accommodation, then check out and store luggage if possible.

  • Last Sights & Shopping: Visit any remaining sights or do some souvenir shopping in the open-air Central Market or City Art Gallery.

  • Lunch: Have lunch at Gostilna Na Prekopi, near the main train station.

  • Departure: Take a taxi to Jože Pučnik Airport for your flight home, or head to Ljubljana’s main train station for onward travel.