APARTMA N'POZNAM

Metelkova ulica 10, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia

Funky creative atmosphere. We took amazing colourful pictures.
Note: They have a sign up not to take photos of the people there. So as tourists we felt a bit awkward walking around these locals sitting there drinking beer. Not sure if they were happy with our visit…

An amazing place with awesome graffiti and strange art all over the place! Might look a bit sketchy but VERY SAFE, came by twice and no issue whatsoever. If you into 420 this is the place to go. Just look for dudes sitting and make an eye contact. They will know:) lol

Beautiful neighborhood near the center of Ljubljana, characterized by murals, paintings and works of art made by artists in constant evolution.  Really very nice, the only attention to be kept is that it is preferable to go there at least as a couple for safety.

"Centro sociale" - Metelkova Art Center

Resljeva cesta 2, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia

This bridge, though undeniably beautiful, offers little beyond its visual charm. The constant flow of cars and bikes can be bothersome, leaving little room for leisurely enjoyment. I recommend exploring nearby pedestrian-only bridges for a more fulfilling experience.

The Dragon Bridge, adorned with famous dragon statues, appears in the most recognizable images of Ljubljana. If you haven't been photographed next to a Dragon Bridge dragon, you can hardly claim that you have visited Ljubljana. The four dragon statues, which look slightly terrifying and almost real are a masterpiece which has been exciting imagination since the bridge was built.

It was our start and finish of our walk around Ljubljana city centre where we have found free parking on a Sunday. With the Tromostovje bridge, this is the one which stands out the most with the iconic dragons on each side! The dragon has a rich history inbuilt with the city from the origins coat of arms depicted as a monster to later protector of the city! Beautiful bridge and in a charming city!

Dragon Bridge

Kongresni trg 13, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia

Has an absolute blast here. There are a lot of picture-based optical illusions as well but the real fun lies in the more interactive exhibits! Great place for kids as well as adults. Just had the best time playing around here.

Fun experience while in Ljubljana!
Great for all ages. Whether you enjoy taking pictures or solving tricky games, at the House of Illusions you will get your money’s worth.
You can get a discount through the tourist office or at the free walking tour.

Pretty fun but too expensive for what they have to offer. Most of their illusions are printed out photos on the walls but other than that there are a couple of fun other illusions. You can finish all of them in like 30 or 45 minutes max. Good for kids.

House of illusions, se avanzate del tempo!

Grajska planota 1, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia

You can approach the castle by foot, cable car, car or by little train :)
We went by walk, it's not difficult to go to the top, it's nice and green and you can reach it in 10-15 minutes.
Before enter the castle you can buy the ticket to the tower.
Inside the castle you can drink a soft drink which was very nice on a warm day. The castle is clean and nicely renovated. We also saw 3 weddings on that day. The view from the tower was beautiful. The museum was interesting.
We had a lot of fun and we definitely recommend it to anyone. Enjoy it!

The Castle of Ljubljana sits on the central hill that is prominent in the old part of the city. It's important to know that the top of the hill, where the castle is, can be reached on foot, bicycle, and car from different pathways. The least energy consuming pathway is the Gondola lift, located to the north-east of the hill. The use of this lift is only possible by buying a full castle tour ticket. The Castle ticket is normally 10€ if you buy it up, and 13 if you want to catch the lift. An additional fee can be paid for an audio recorded guide. The devices communicate wirelessly with the exhibits so that you can just walk around and the recordings will change accordingly. The Castle is very well maintained but the whole experience remains on the commercials side of things. Not a good bargain for the cost, but nonetheless an iconic tourist destination. Perhaps a lot more interesting and enjoyable are the small streets around the hill of the Castle, with characteristic buildings and the central water canal. At the Castle itself the visit is divided into different exhibition sites, with the high tower being somewhat the highest attraction. The exhibition sites focus on historical events in the history of Slovenia, including the more recent independence from Yugoslavia. A short but steep walk down the hill will take you back to the old town.

Being located in the middle of the city, the castle is a very popular tourist attraction. It is therefore recommended to visit the castle as early as possible. Inside the castle multiple restaurants and several nice exhibitions can be found. Be aware that visiting the castle is free, but that all indoor exhibitions require a ticket. The castle and the surrounding paths give nice views over the city and it's worth to watch the sunset from the top of the hill! (Buying a Ljubljana Tourist Card gives free access to the castle, funicular, a lot of museums and the zoo in Ljubljana)

Ljubljana Castle

Very cute bridge with the “sLOVE” padlocks. The statues are cool and well placed.

As you can see in photo- glass was covered up with turf for some reason so we didn’t get to a “see through” walk.

The amount of padlocks 🔒 in this bridge is amazing. Below the bridge you can actually take the boat ⛴️ trip that makes a tour by the water river, costs around 25€ for 2 adults.

The Butchers' Bridge (Slovene: Mesarski most) is a footbridge crossing the river Ljubljanica in Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia. It connects the Ljubljana Central Market and the Petkovšek Embankment (Petkovškovo nabrežje). The bridge was solemnly opened on 10 July 2010.

Love padlocks on the Butchers' Bridge
The original idea for a bridge on the site was expressed in the 1930s by the architect Jože Plečnik. The modern bridge, which is far more simple than the original plan, features a staircase at its left entry, a glass walking belts at the sides, and two fences with steel wires and wide top shelves. It was designed by Jurij Kobe from the Atelier Arhitekti studio. It is decorated with works by the sculptor Jakov Brdar.

Mesarski most, il ponte dei macellai

Ciril-Metodov trg 18, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia

We were planning to visit a nearby restaurant but when we passed by Sokol and saw the food picture on display we decided to eat here instead! It was definitely a great decision!! Their soups are awesome but the highlight was the vension goulash in a large bread cup! It was delicious and heart warming especially on such a cold day! Staff are nice with good sense of humor. The vibe is relaxing with nice Slovenian decorations. Highly recommended!

Nice traditional food. I've had a mushroom soup served in a bread. It looks good, but taste was not amazing. On the other hand the gnocchi were very tasty and are recommended to try. White wine was also nice and tasty and went well with gnocchi. Interior is authentic and should take a tour to check how it all looked like a while ago.

Recommended by the walking tour guide and our apartment host. The servings were huge. Enjoyed the warm beef goulash with tender chucks of beef on a rainy day and the casserole was densely packed with vegetables, carrots and mushrooms. Service was also good and friendly.

Miglior cena al Gostilna Sokol

Adamič-Lundrovo nabrežje 6, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia

Lovely place! With a chilled atmosphere and super friendly people.
I recommend to drink a coffee and just watch the market.

I found super tasty Sauerkraut, fruits and vegetables, dried fruits and nuts and a dough roll with spinach. (Perfect snach for on the train ride)

Amazing market! A wide variety of fruits, vegetables and other local products to buy at amazing prices! Loved it! On Fridays there is also the Open Kitchen concept (Google this) - such a vibe!! Gazillion vegan options, sweet, savory, healthy, fast food...you name it, it's there!

A beautiful market with an excellent variety of fresh produce, meat, Fruits and veggies, beautiful flowers and tulips, and some clothes. We loved the jams, marmalades and honey variety. There were more than 10 different types of apples on sale! Great atmosphere and an ample of choices... We ended up coming again the next day for specialty coffee and more Mandarins. The passion fruit was delicious and the pear marmalade is a must try!

Pranzo al volo al Mercato Centrale

Adamič-Lundrovo nabrežje 1, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia

The triple bridge is probably one of the most known in Ljubljana exactly in the old city. There are a lot of restaurants and shops around. This is a lovely place to have a walk around the city. Also, this is a place where you can cross the river three times using a single bridge)

A mus see in Ljubljana, the most popular bridge together probably with the Dragon bridge and for a reason! You can cross the river through three individual bridges which makes it quite unique! Nice architecture and square dedicated to Prešeren national poet! It was busy on a Sunday in mid-September but not too busy!

I wish I could see this view during the spring / summer time with a sunny day and lot of green everywhere. Other than that, I really enjoyed a lot to see this part of the old city not to mention how beautiful is the overlook from the bridge through the city center .

Tromostovje

Mi ritrovo per la seconda volta a fare tappa in questa cittadina.
La prima, nel 2019, come tappa unica di un weekend.
Lubiana è piccolina, caratterista ed è specialmente affascinante sotto il periodo natalizio perché ricoperta di luci.

24H in una piccola capitale europea, Lubiana 🇸🇮 

APARTMENT I KNOW

House of illusions, if you have time left!

Mesarski most, the butchers bridge

Best price al Gostilna Sokol

Quick lunch at the Central Market

This is the second time I'm stopping in this town.
The first, in 2019, as a single stop on a weekend.
Ljubljana is small, characteristic and is especially fascinating during the Christmas period because it is covered in lights.

24H in a small European capital, Ljubljana 🇸🇮

Inspired by the idea of a road trip, we set off towards Eastern Europe to discover two European capitals that are not too commercial.
Ljubljana, a small characteristic city with welcoming and mysterious features.
Budapest, the Paris of the East!

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BUDAPEST

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Towards the East - from Ljubljana to Budapest

Ispirati dall’idea di un viaggio on the road siamo partiti verso l’est europa alla scoperta di due capitali europee non troppo commerciali. 
Lubiana, piccola città caratteristica dai tratti accoglienti e misteriosi.
Budapest, la Parigi dell’est!

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