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8 Days in Ljubljana: Unveiling Hidden Gems

Matt Hodgdon

Matt Hodgdon

14 Dec 2023

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Ljubljana, Slovenia, as you discover its rich history, vibrant culture, and mouthwatering cuisine. From awe-inspiring museums to charming cafes, this itinerary is designed to captivate your senses and leave you craving for more.

Trip to Ljubljana

Day 1Artistic Delights and Culinary Adventures
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$63

PEN Klub
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$16
2 - 3 min

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Museum of Modern Art Ljubljana
Collection of Slovenian art from the 20th & 21st centuries, plus temporary exhibitions.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$10
10 - 15 min

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Ljubljana Cathedral
Roman Catholic cathedral with a baroque interior, including gilded columns & ceiling frescoes.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
1 - 2 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$18
3 - 4 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$19
Day 2Opera Nights and Natural Wonders
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$72

Opera Bar
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$15
4 - 6 min

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Natural History Museum of Slovenia
Established natural history museum with permanent & temporary exhibits, plus workshops & lectures.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$10
12 - 17 min

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National Museum of Contemporary History
Slovenian history is the focus of this quaint museum, which includes oral history exhibits & art.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$8
3 - 4 min

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Hot Horse
Hot-Horse je edina slovenska veriga zdrave hitre prehrane, ki je uspešnost svojega poslovnega koncepta dokazala z več kot desetletjem in pol priljubljenosti in močno pozicijo na trgu.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$20
7 - 10 min

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Okrepčevalnica Mufi
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$19
Day 3Castle Tales and Gastronomic Feasts
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$75

Gostilna Sokol
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$14
14 - 21 min

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Ljubljana Castle
A glass cube transports visitors up to this medieval castle with its permanent history exhibit.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$19
1 - 2 min

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Gostilna na Gradu
V zavetju grajskega obzidja, kjer je nekoč brbončice zadovoljevala le grajska gospoda, smo odprli gostilno za vse, gostilno z domačo slovensko kuhinjo.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$20
2 - 3 min

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Restavracija Strelec
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$22
Day 4Contemporary Art and Brazilian Flavors
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$67

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$ 2

Kavarna SEM
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$12
3 - 4 min

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Museum of Contemporary Art Metelkova | +MSUM
Former barracks with artworks from the 1960s to the present day, plus a specialist bookstore & cafe.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$9
10 - 12 min

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Technical Museum of Slovenia: Administration
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$6
1 - 2 min

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Mirje
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$22
4 - 5 min

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Rodizio do Brasil
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18
Day 5Royal Vibes and Mind-Blowing Experiments
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$75

Prince of Orange
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$15
2 - 3 min

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The House of experiments
This playful science museum offers unique interactive exhibits, along with special events.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$10
12 - 17 min

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Mestni muzej Ljubljana
Refined museum dedicated to the city's heritage displaying archeological finds in palace surrounds.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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$8
2 - 3 min

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Shambala
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$19
2 - 3 min

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Namasté
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$23
Day 6Tea Time and Botanical Beauty
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$63

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$ 2

Cajnica Primula
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$15
1 - 2 min

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Botanični vrt Univerze v Ljubljani
Small, longtime botanical garden with a tropical greenhouse, walking paths & a tea house.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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Slovenian Ethnographic Museum
Sizable musuem with creative exhibits exploring Slovenian history, along with other cultures.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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$8
4 - 6 min

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Ekošara
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$20
6 - 9 min

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Saraj
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$20
Day 7Cultural Treasures and Hearty Slovenian Fare
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$67

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$ 2

Maxim
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$13
4 - 6 min

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Narodni muzej Slovenije
Housed in a Renaissance palace, the country's oldest museum offers prehistoric & cultural exhibits.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$9
6 - 8 min

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Plečnik House
Exhibits on architect Jože Plečnik, famed for buildings in Ljubljana & Vienna, at his former home.
11:30 AM - 12:15 PM
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$6
2 - 3 min

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Gostilnica 5-6 kg
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$21
9 - 14 min

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Pri Škofu
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18
Day 8Literary Cafes and Artistic Grandeur
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$64

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$ 2

Le Petit Café
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$12
3 - 4 min

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National and University Library
Literary exhibits & map displays, plus a cafe & a grand reading room open to Saturday visitors.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
1128 - 1354 min

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The National Gallery
Trafalgar Square art museum whose masterworks trace the development of Western European painting.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$13
4 - 5 min

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Bancone
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$21
1 - 2 min

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Barrafina
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18

Budget breakdown: $550 In total

Activities & Food:$544
Transport:$6