Free tours in Ljubljana

Ljubljana is a young, fashionable, and very eco-friendly city. The sights of the capital of Slovenia will certainly appeal to subtle lovers of classical architecture and connoisseurs of the history of Central Europe. If you have never been to Ljubljana, you better fix it as soon as possible. It is a clean, modern, and very cozy city with wonderful architecture in the Italian style. At the same time, to reveal all the city's secrets to the maximum, you can order a Ljubljana city tour. 

Interesting Places to Visit in Ljubljana

Ljubljana is one of the smallest European capitals and also the largest city in Slovenia. Situated between the mountains, it impresses with its beautiful old town and landscape. So if you decide to visit Ljubljana, you will have something to see.

Ljubljana Castle

The castle is located on top of one of the most impressive hills and proudly towers over Ljubljana. You can get there in two ways: by train or on foot. The castle offers a panoramic view of the city and the surrounding Julian Alps. At the top of the mountain is the Museum of the Slovenian Nation, where you can see many interesting exhibits. The entrance fee is 12 euros.

Metelkova

Metelkova is an alternative area of ​​Ljubljana. A former military barracks, Metelkova is now a hub for hippies and artists. Art is at your fingertips. The streets are decorated with beautiful frescoes and amazing art installations. Some of them are completely covered in graffiti. Many bars offer live music.

Dragon Bridge

The four mighty dragons guarding this bridge adorn the official coat of arms of Ljubljana and appear now and then in different parts of the city. These statues look quite realistic, they were designed by the architect of the bridge itself, Yuri Zaninovich, and made of sheet copper at the A. M. Beschorner factory in Vienna.

Cathedral of St. Nicholas

Beginning in the 13th century, this architectural monument was rebuilt and reconstructed several times due to fires and wars. The modern Baroque appearance of the cathedral was formed at the beginning of the 18th century, and the magnificent dome was added a little later - in the 40s of the 19th century. Several recognized Italian Baroque masters worked on the design of the cathedral. You can see the beauty of the cathedral for 3 euros.

Franciscan Church of the Annunciation

This magnificent church from the mid-17th century in the early Baroque style adorns Prešeren Square. Its façade is painted in pastel red, which has special significance for the Franciscan order. The top of the church is decorated with spires, pilasters with Ionic capitals, niches, and a statue of the Virgin Mary with Child.

Practical Information: Tour Schedule, Meeting Places, and Booking Details

All Ljubljana walking tours that we provide last about two hours. All our guides are professionals in their field and can conduct a tour in English, Czech, and Spanish. If you are interested in any tour, you can find out more about it by clicking on its name. You can also find out other people's opinions about free tour in Ljubljana:

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The Jože Pučnik International Airport, which is located 24 km from the city, is the main air harbor not only for Ljubljana but for all of Slovenia. Ljubljana Railway Station is located in the north of the central part of the city. At the same time, trains from there go to almost all major cities in Europe.

Feel the Atmosphere of Ljubljana with Free Walking Tours

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