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Ljubljana (Ljubljana in Slovenian) is the capital and largest city of Slovenia. It is located in the region of Central Slovenia. As of January 1, 2011, 280 140 inhabitants were registered in the city.

Context

Ljubljana It is the capital of Slovenia since this small country gained independence from Yugoslavia. Before it was already the capital of the Socialist Republic of Slovenia, one of the federated republics that formed Yugoslavia before its dissolution; and even before it was the capital of the Illyrian Provinces, a puppet state established by Napoleon. In between, Ljubljana was an Austrian city, although it was mostly Slovenian for a few centuries before.

Ljubljana is the capital of Slovenian culture. The first two books in their language were published in it in 1550: an alphabet and a catechism. Today it is the site of the largest cultural movement in all of Slovenia.

There are Roman remains in Ljubljana, from when the city was called Emona for them. Before becoming a Slavic settlement, it was destroyed by the Huns and later by other Germanic peoples.

Districts

The city is made up of the following districts:

  1. Bežigrad
  2. Center
  3. Črnuče
  4. Dravlje
  5. Golovec
  6. Jarše
  7. Moste
  8. Polje
  9. Posavje
  1. Rožnik
  2. Rudnik
  3. Sostro
  4. Šentvid
  5. Šiška
  6. Šmarna gora
  7. Trnovo
  8. Vič

To get

By plane

Although Ljubljana has a small international airport in the city of Brnik, about 26 km from the Slovenian capital, it is usually cheaper to do it through Italy, landing at the airport of Trieste, called Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport, and traveling to Slovenia by bus to the nearest city (Koper) and taking the train there to go to any other point in the country.

By train

We take a train in Venice that will take us to the Italian city of Gorizia, there walking 30 minutes or by means of a small public bus we will cross the city to get to Nova gorica; both cities are separated only by a street. Trains depart from Nova Gorica to Ljubljana, transferring at Jesenice. It is advisable to do the Nova Gorica-Bled Jezero route to visit one of the most beautiful lakes in Europe, from there we can take a direct bus to the capital Ljubljana.

By car

In Slovenia there is a car-sharing service in the style of BlaBlaCar called Prevoice. Its use is very simple, especially from the mobile application, and there you can search for routes to or from all over Slovenia and surrounding countries. It is the cheapest and works quite well.

If you come by car through Slovenia, you have to be careful on the motorways, since to use them you need a bullet point that is bought at gas stations and has to be glued to the windshield. If you are caught without the vignette, it is very possible that you will have to pay a hefty fine, between € 300 and € 800. More info.

By bus

From Spain, Hungary or Romania, you can reach Ljubljana using the international bus company Eurolines.

Take a walk

Ljubljana is a perfect place for a walk. The historic center is very small, and in an hour or two walking we will have seen it in its entirety. Even so, it is advisable to do it to admire the architecture of Ljubljana.

To go up to the castle there is a cable car, but it can also be done on foot. The walk lasts no more than 30 minutes and is very pleasant, despite the climb.

Watch

The Church of the Annunciation on Prešeren Square.

The easiest and most pleasant way to get to all the places described below is on foot, except the Zoo and the Museum of Architecture.

  • Triple Bridge (Tromostovje) Tromostovje consists of three separate picturesque bridges located next to each other. According to the design of the well-known Slovenian architect Jože Plečnik, the two side bridges were built in the 1930s; the middle bridge is originally from 1842 and has only been redesigned at that time. The neighboring Prešeren square with the statue of the greatest Slovenian poet France Prešeren is the central location of the center of Ljubljana and a common meeting point. From here, cross Ljubljanica and turn left towards Open Market and Dragon Bridge, or go straight and then right towards Old Town. Edit
  • 2 Old town Nestled between the castle hill and the river Ljubljanica is the old town with two squares, Mestni trg (town square) with the Robba fountain and the town hall behind, and, further on, Gornji trg (upper square). The well-preserved medieval buildings now house local designer shops and several popular cafes and restaurants. Although they may seem spooky, the narrow and perfectly safe streets lead to charming little squares and buildings. Edit
  • 3 Zmajski Most (Dragon Bridge) Completed in 1901, designed by Croatian Jurij Zainovich. It is guarded by four detailed dragon statues from the city's coat of arms. Look for the dragon motif throughout the city. Be careful in the Dragon Bridge area as it is on a busy street just outside the pedestrian zone and near misses (and worse) between distracted tourists and traffic are common. The Dragon Bridge is located at the end of the Ljubljana Open Market, just a block or two downstream (northeast direction) from the Triple Bridge.
  • Ljubljana Castle. (You can take the funicular or go up). Governing the city from the hill in the middle of Ljubljana stands the castle.
    The tower has magnificent views of the entire city. You can also see the Sava River and the Kamnik Alps in the distance. Included is a 3D film of the history of Ljubljana from a prehistoric settlement to the Roman Empire and modern times (€ 6.50 for adults, € 3.00 for students, seniors).Entry to the castle courtyard, chapel and gift shop is free, but there is a fee for access to the tower.
  • Republic Square .Where crowds gathered when Slovenia announced its independence from the Yugoslav Federation in 1991. The square has significant importance to Slovenian history, as it was a place of important public gatherings (and demonstrations) in the past. Across the street is the Slovenian Parliament. Its façade is decorated with artistic nude statues of Slovenians at work and at leisure. The square is also home to the International Business Center. Edit
  • Roman ruins A short walk west of the city center are the remains of the Roman city walls, including several pillars for a gateway. Edit
  • Krakovo A part of the city that looks like a village that connects the center with the suburb of Trnovo. Edit
  • Metelkova city .A self-proclaimed autonomous culture place to bring together alternative artists, many subcultures and youth. What used to be a military barracks is now filled with underground artists, bars and clubs. Metelkova can get crowded on Fridays and Saturdays. It is a 5-minute walk from the main train station and is home to the famous Celica Hostel. Edit
  • Tivoli Park (At the western end of the city center.). The main park of the city. You can sit on a park bench and enjoy the sun. Rožnik (the hill overlooking Ljubljana from the west) is a short walk through the forest. This is a popular weekend destination for locals. Edit
  • Ljubljana Zoo (take bus 23). 09: 00-16: 30 (winter) (open until 19:00 in summer). Closed on Christmas Day. One of the most beautiful zoos in Europe. € 5.50 to € 8.
  • Ljubljana University Botanical Garden. It is the oldest cultural, scientific and educational institution in Slovenia. It was founded in 1810, the time of the Illyrian provinces, as a garden of native flora and a section of the Central School (École Centrale). In the garden there is also a tropical greenhouse.
    ,Ižanska basket 15, ☏[1427-1280]. open every day, from April 7 to 19, from July 7 to 20, from September 7 to 19 to October 19, from November 7 to 17 to March 17. The tropical greenhouse has reduced hours: every day from 10:00 to 16:45. The Ljubljana Botanical Garden is the oldest cultural, scientific and educational institution in Slovenia. It was founded in 1810, the time of the Illyrian provinces, as a garden of native flora and a section of the Central School (École Centrale). In the garden there is also a tropical greenhouse.free gardens, tropical greenhouse € 2.80.

Museums

  • 12 Ljubljana Museum of Architecture , Pot na Fužine 2, ☏ [1540-9798]. Mon 09: 00-15: 00, Sat 10: 00-18: 00, Sun 10: 00-15: 00. It houses a permanent exhibition of the works of Jože Plečnik. Student € 1, adult € 2. Edit
  • 13 Ljubljana Museum of Architecture: Plečnik Collection , Karunova 4, ☏ [1 280-1600], ✉ [[1]] .An annex of the Museum of Architecture dedicated to the great Slovenian architect Jože Plečnik, who lived in this building from 1921 to 1957. The house contains rooms with valuable original furniture and personal belongings of the artist, an archive of his sketches and plans and a collection of clay. , plaster and wood models, a library, Plečnik correspondence, a photographic archive, thesis projects of Plečnik students and an archive of the Collection of the Academy of Architecture. Access only through a guided tour of no more than 7 people, reserved at least five days in advance. Edit
  • 14 Museum of Modern Art (MG), Cankarjeva basket 15. Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 to 18:00. For those who prefer contemporary art, MG houses the national collection of 20th century Slovenian art (paintings, sculptures, prints, drawings, photographs, videos and electronic media collections), a collection of works from the former Yugoslavia and the collection of Eastern Europe. "Arteast 2000". € 5 adults, € 2.50 students. (updated December 2016 | edit)
  • 15 National Gallery , Prešernova 24. Definitely worth a visit if you care about art. It exhibits two important permanent collections that include works by some of the best and most renowned Slovenian (Impressionist) painters (Jama, Grohar, Jakopic, Azbe). You can also see there a restored original of the Robba Fountain, a monument of national cultural heritage. Edit
  • sixteen National Museum of Slovenia - Prešernova , Muzejska ulica 1, ☏ [1241-4400], fax: 38612414422, ✉ [[2]] .Every day from 10:00 to 18:00, Thursday from 10:00 to 20:00, closed on public holidays. The oldest and largest Slovenian museum. It was founded in 1821. Existing museum building on Museum Street, it was built in 1888 and was the first building exclusively dedicated to culture in Slovenia. Today it stores a rich collection of valuable objects. The oldest ones date back to the Stone Age, but there are also the newest ones, which are still used in our everyday lives. The important columns of the museum's activity are also the museum's rich library and the unit for conservation and restoration. Free entry every first Sunday of the month. Edit
  • 17 National Museum of Slovenia - Metelkova , Maistrova 1, ☏ [1230-7030], fax: 38612414422, ✉ [[3]]. Tue-Sun 10: 00-18: 00, closed on public holidays. In the new building of the National Museum of Slovenia on Metelkova Street, collections of Slovenian applied arts heritage are exhibited. The permanent exhibition brings together objects of applied arts from the 14th century to the present day. Edit
  • 18 National Museum of Contemporary History , Celovška 23 (Walk through the pleasant Tivoli park to get here.), ☏ [1300-9610]. Slovenia's 20th century history museum gives you a real insight into the country's roller coaster ride through regime after regime. Its immersive exhibits include a World War I trench. The last exhibition shows the events related to the Declaration of Independence of Yugoslavia and the Ten Day War with the Yugoslav Federal Army. All exhibits are translated into English and some into German as well. Edit
  • 19 Slovenian Museum of Natural History , Muzejska 1, ☏ [1241 09 70]. DEL 10: 00-18: 00, Thu 10: 00-20: 00. Features a nearly complete skeleton of a 20,000-year-old mammoth found near Kamnik in 1938, a 200-million-year-old fossil fish skeleton found in the Park Triglav National and a new 13 m skeleton of a fin whale. It also has a large collection of minerals. (updated November 2016 | edit)
  • 20 Tivoli Gallery - International Center for Graphic Art , Pod turnom 3, ☏ [1241-3800]. Open Tuesday to Saturday from 10: 00-18: 00, Sundays from 12: 00-18: 00. Specialized in art exhibitions, often in collaboration with international institutions. Adults € 5, families € 9, other discounts apply.

Do

One of the mandatory things to do in this European capital is the Free tour. This takes place 7 days a week at 11 AM and the meeting point is the Prešeren Square in front of the Franciscan Church of the Annunciation. The tour is approximately 2 and a half hours walking, and the guides have some extra umbrellas in case it is a rainy day. It is a lot of fun and the guides are really prepared to show the city and tell its history.

  • Hot air balloon flights (Balonarski Barje Center), ✉ [[4]] .24 / 7. Accept reservations by email or phone, at least one day before the flight. Hot air balloon flights are only early in the morning, beginning at dawn. The complete program lasts approximately 3-4 hours (flight time approximately 1 hour). (updated May 2016 | edit)
  • See soccer, that is to say, football at Olimpija Ljubljana, which plays in the PrvaLiga, the highest category of Slovenian football. Their home stadium is the Stožice Stadium, with a capacity of 16,000; It is off the ring road 2 km north of the city center.

Waterparks

  • 1 Atlantis Water City (Located within the BTC City business district, take bus 27 (27K on Sundays)). A water park with 14 pools, thermal baths, slides and saunas. The special section is dedicated to children. € 6-14. Edit
  • 2 Laguna Fun & Spa (located inside the Ljubljana Resort, take bus 27 (27K on Sundays)). only open from June to September. It offers outdoor pools during the day and theme parties at night. € 6-12. Edit

Opera and theater

Shows are held regularly throughout the year. The opera is located just behind the Slovenian Parliament. There are several theaters scattered throughout the city center.

  • 21 Cankarjev Dom Huge arts and convention center with concerts and performances edit
  • 22 Slovenska Filharmonija . Edit
  • 23 National Theater of Slovenia (Narodno Gledalisce) , Erjavceva 1. edit
  • 24 Puppet Theater (Lutkovno Gledalisce) , Krekov Trg 2. edit

Movies

  • 3 Kinoteka (Located at Miklošičeva ulica 28, city center.). Open every day, but closed on Sundays and in July and August .. Ljubljana's lovely film museum where they have at least two movies a day. Movies range from classics to cult movies, from trash and horror to artistic masterpieces. All films are presented in the original audio language and equipped with Slovenian subtitles, sometimes also in English. On Saturday mornings they have special screenings for children. There are also some special events, round tables, premieres, etc. all time. It is a must see for all movie lovers. It also has a small cafeteria with reduced prices. € 3. Edit
  • 4 Kinodvor (Located at Kolodvorska 13, next to the train station.). This is a cool little theater that shows mostly new movies that are not shown in the blockbuster movie complexes. It also has many special events, a great cafe, and children's movies (Sundays). € 3-5. Edit
  • 5 Play and party in the sand (Located within the BTC City business district, take bus 27 (27K on Sundays)). A great place to spend the night. Key features include bowling, billiards, laser games, and a state-of-the-art XpanD 3D cinema. Movies from € 4.59 to € 7.93. Edit
  • 6 Kolosej Cinema (Located within the BTC City business district, take bus 27 (27K on Sundays)). Ljubljana's main multiplex cinema. Unlike many other countries, all films are presented in the original audio language (typically English) and equipped with Slovenian subtitles. Only some computer-rendered and animated movie screenings are dubbed for children, which is observed. from € 5.85 to € 6.55. Special discounts on Tuesdays.

Learn

Student life in Ljubljana is very active and you will notice many young people on the streets when classes are in session from October to May.

  • University of Ljubljana The largest university in Slovenia, with 64,000 students. The different departments (faculties) are spread throughout the city. Edit
  • Language courses Offered throughout the year by the University's Faculty of Philosophy, including two-week (€ 530) or four-week (€ 900) summer schools:

Work

Many internationals work in Ljubljana, and it continually welcomes a significant number of freelancers who like to spend a few months here due to the good quality-cost-of-living ratio. There are coworking options available, one center of gravity is the old tobacco factory, for example, it houses Poligon, the largest coworking space in Slovenia (it is located in the Tobačna 5 building, which also houses the public administration body, " Upravna enota "and a tech startup space called Hekovnik).

To buy

The main shopping areas in Ljubljana are the BTC City business district (take bus 27), located in the far northeast, and the Rudnik business district (take bus 27) in the south-east end of the city. However, several department stores such as Maximarket, H&M, Müller, Nama, are located in the city center. In addition, Čopova street and the old town have a dense collection of small shops.

  • Sunday market, Gallusovo nabrezje. Daily 08: 00-14: 00. About two dozen stalls selling expensive trinkets. Postcards, € 10. Tito and Disney memorabilia, broken Chinese-made curios, rusty military paraphernalia. Edit
  • Central Market, Vodnikov trg (right bank of the Ljubljanica river, 200 m from the triple bridges). The central open-air market offers a wide variety of local produce (exact items vary by season), as well as local cheeses, breads and meats in the adjacent building. If you are lucky, you can still find vendors who have transported their vegetables from the south of the city center (Krakovo) on foot, although they are a dying breed. Open every morning and early afternoon except Sundays; more lively on Saturday mornings. On Fridays you can also visit the 'Open Kitchen' from 08:00 to 21:00, from March to October.

To eat

Fast food here is pretty good and affordable. As in all of Slovenia, you eat a lot of pizza and burek. There are bakeries open 24 hours where you can buy both at any time of the day (or night).

You shouldn't miss out on trying Balkan food if you get the chance. The star dish of this is the čevapčiči.

Downtown Ljubljana is full of trendy cafes (outdoor seating in the summer!) And high-quality restaurants. You can find local Slovenian food and restaurants with ethnic food from many places in the world. The pizza in Ljubljana is of a very good quality. Try a Slovenian-style burger with a horse burger at the Hot Horse! Cheap and good to come back from a night out.

Budget

A horse meat burger along with fries and a cup of Coca-Cola, served at the Hot 'Horse restaurant in Tivoli Park northwest of central Ljubljana.

  • Hot 'horse , BTC City, Šmartinska 152; Tivoli Park, Celovška 25. Huge hamburgers and other dishes, focused on horse meat. Made to your liking. Don't be fooled by the pictures on the official website, the burgers are huge, bigger than at McDonald's or Burger King. Please note that you must use an automated ordering machine to place your order and pay for it before removing it from the counter. Edit
  • falafel , Trubarjeva 40. This Middle Eastern dish, along with other meat and vegetable dishes, is served in the small fast food restaurant next to the Dragon Bridge. € 3, including 2 courses, tea and a sweet. Edit
  • 1 Nobel Burek , Miklošičeva 30 (You can't miss it: green and yellow sign, lots of people queuing). The place where young people go to look for food in the late afternoon or evening. There are different types of burek (a sheet dough pie, traditionally filled with minced meat or cheese) available. Possibly the best burek in town. € 2. Edit
  • 2 Odprta Kuhna Food Market (Open Kitchen) , Pogačarjev trg (in the central market (in the square near Tromostovje)). Mid-March - October on Fridays 10: 00-21: 00. On Fridays, during the summer part of the year, the market is full, even at night, as both locals and tourists taste the varieties of dishes in the various food stalls of the so-called "odprta kuhna" (open kitchen). (Updated October 2016 | edit)
  • Klobasarna , Ciril-Metodov trg 15, ☏ [51605017]. Every day 10: 00-22: 00. Fast food restaurant on the wall serving seasonal Slovenian soups with traditional sausages and bread. ~ € 3. Edit

Middle range

  • 3 Gostilna Portal (Portal), Zaloška basket 110 (Bus No. 11, 20, 25), ✉ [[5]] .Located in the city of the East. Bad & Breakfast mainly known as a good grilled Serbian food restaurant (Balkan food) is nice for everyone who loves meat. Meats like cevapcici and pleskavice are very popular here (€ 6-7). They also make perfect pizzas (€ 5.3-7.2). (updated November 2016 | edit)
  • Romeo coffee , Stari trg 6 (Along the river, south of the 3 bridges.). Fusion between cocktail bar and Mexican restaurant. Besides tourists, this place is also popular with locals. Lunch salads € 7.50; burrito € 5-8, quesadas € 5-8. Edit
  • Mexican Cantina , Wolfova 4 (right next to the central square by the 3 bridges.), ☏ [1426-9325]. Mexican restaurant located in a small courtyard along with another restaurant and a pub. Tex-Mex € 13; fajitas € 10; salads € 8. Edit
  • Da-bu-da , Šubičeva 1a. Thai food and cocktail bar, great atmosphere. Edit
  • Emonska Klet , Plecnikov Trg 1. Former convent of the Ursulines. Cellar restaurant serving pizzas, salads and Slovenian food. Live music every night. Edit
  • Figovec , Gosposvetska 1. Serves pony steaks, horse goulash and traditional Slovenian food. Edit
  • Foculus , Gregorciceva 3. Pizzeria and salad bar with extravagant décor. € 6 and more. Edit
  • Gostilna Pod Rožnikom , Cesta na Roznik 18 (near the Ljubljana zoo.). It specializes in grilled dishes from Southeastern Europe. Edit
  • Gostilna Sokol , Ciril Metodov trg 18, ☏ [1 439-6855]. This restaurant offers authentic Slovenian cuisine, with all waiters and waitresses dressed in traditional costumes. The food is plentiful and served in generous and delicious portions and is excellent value for money. Fish cooked in a paper bag with vegetables is highly recommended. There is a lot of meat, fish and vegetarian dishes to choose from. The only downside was the house red, which is very sharp and quite cold, but this is a minor quibble. Edit
  • Joe Pena's , Cankarjeva 6. Popular Mexican restaurant. Edit
  • Julija , Stari trg 9 (Right next to Luka's). Fare for Italian pasta and risotto dishes. It's not as nice as Luka's, but it's still a good hearty meal and reasonably priced. Pasta or risotto € 6.50. Edit
  • Jurman , Zaloška 151. Daily 11: 00-23: 00. Affordable prices and very diverse options. They have themed rooms, like the castle room and the fishing room. Children can play in the designated indoor and outdoor playgrounds. The staff are friendly and the service is fast; usually it never takes more than 10 minutes for 2 or 3 people. It is recommended to make a reservation in advance. Edit
  • Ljubljanski Dvor , Dvorni trg 1. Offers 100 different types of pizza. Beautiful patio overlooking the river. Large pizzas from € 6. Edit
  • Pri Škofu , Rečna basket 5 (On a quiet residential street in the Trnovo / Krakovo district). This restaurant is heavily touted by guidebooks, but it offers an inconsistent experience (that is, it may be very good or just adequate). Its biggest flaw is the lack of variety of wines. The house specialties are gnocchi, black risotto, sirloin medallions or grilled aubergines. Edit
  • Aesthetic , Slovenska 40. Serves hearty meat dishes such as sausages, horse steaks and steak, as well as pasta and risotto. Edit
  • Špajza , Gornji trg 28, ☏ [1 425-3094]. M-Sa. This restaurant is much larger than you expected when you initially entered. Walk through several candlelit rooms before reaching the outside terrace. Initially, the waiters are quite attentive and serve you a small appetizer to start. The food is a mix of Slovenian and European, and the menu is kept to a handful of options for each dish. Due to the service, setting and food, it seemed like an expensive restaurant, although by Western standards it was quite reasonable. Main € 10-15. Edit
  • Zhong hua , Trubarjeva 50, ☏ [1 230-1665]. Decent Chinese restaurant near the Dragon Bridge. The family-run place even has Beijing duck on its menu. Main € 6-10. Edit
  • Zlata Ribica , Cankarjevo Nabrezje 5. Great fish restaurant with outdoor seating facing the river. Edit
  • Gostilna Pod Vrbo , Ziherlova Ulika 36 (about a 10 minute walk south of the old town, or a quick bus ride. In Ziherlova Ulika, opposite Barjanska Cesta), ☏ [1280-8892] , [[6]] [[7]], ✉ [[8]]. Local restaurant serving a wide variety of Slovenian food: appetizers, starters, main courses, sweets, salads, meat, fish, etc. The friendly staff speak Slovenian, English and Italian, and the menus are in Slovenian, English and Italian. It depends on the guest's choice but a complete meal (appetizer, starter, main course, sweet, drink) around € 30. Edit

Waste

  • What , Copova Ulica 5A (located near the Triple Bridge.). Considered by many to be the most luxurious and expensive in Ljubljana, it focuses on seafood and a wide selection of wines. Edit
  • Cube , Meteorology 55. Modern international rate. Edit
  • JB , Miklošičeva 17 (near the bus / train stations), ☏ [1433 13 58] , [1474 72 19], ✉ [[9]]. closed on weekends. Modern international fare can be expensive by Slovenian standards. Edit
  • Krpan , 24 Ob Ljubljanici (outside the center, near the main hospital (Klinični center)). Mainly specialized in seafood with an incredible grilling experience. Unfortunately, there have been some reports of inflated bills. Edit
  • manna , Eipprova 1A (South of the main tourist area), ☏ [1283 52 94]. Excellent traditional dishes. They advertise "slow food", but actually the service is helpful and fast. The restaurant has a nice and artistic atmosphere. € 20-40. Edit
  • Pri vitezu , Breg 18-20. High-end restaurant serving swordfish steaks, scallops, snails, duck and horse. Edit
  • 4 Strelec restavracija () , Grajska planota 1, ☏ [83 84 31 42], ✉ [[10]]. Mon-Sat 12: 00-22: 00, closed on holidays. A good restaurant in the castle tower with a terrace overlooking the city. (updated August 2017 | edit)

Vegetarian

  • Radha Govinda (From Govinda), Žibertova 23, Ljubljana - Šiška, ☏ [590 58381]. 11: 00-19: 00. Vegetarian restaurant with Indian cuisine and vegan options. € 5-10.

To drink

  • Very close to the Triple Bridge (Tromostovje in Slovenian), in the city of Ljubljana, is one of the most particular bars. For those who speak Spanish, the surprise is immediate. His name is Cupiterija Son of a Bitch It is located at Mestni Trg 4. In summer the bar sets up some tables outside and is a nice place to stop for a few drinks.
  • On weekends, one of the best places to go out, with an alternative atmosphere, is Metelkova. It's kind of a neighborhood free, which is governed by its own rules (a bit in the style of Christiania in Copenhagen) and has several bars, nightclubs (some gay), and art exhibitions. Beer is cheap and can be drunk outdoors.
  • In the Congress Square (Kongresni trg) or in the riverbank You can also drink outdoors or make a bottle.

Sleep

Here are some recommendations for spending the night in Ljubljana:

  • Hotel Center: it is 5 blocks from the central train and bus station. The price is not cheap compared to other hotels in the rest of Europe, but it maintains the same costs in general lines as the other hotels in the country. The rooms are very spacious and the bathroom facilities are excellent. If you choose this hotel in summer, the only problem is that it is located on an avenue (Slovenska Cesta) that is quite noisy and if you need to open the window due to the heat (the small fan they offer is not enough to mitigate the humidity and heat ) There is a lot of noise coming in through the window (and you may not be able to sleep). Other information is that they only accept cash payments and do not offer breakfast, but they do have Internet! Website: http://www.hotelcenter.si/
  • Hotel Emonec: If there is something to highlight this hotel is its proximity to the Triple Bridge, being that part of the city the most attractive to walk both day and night. Another very interesting thing is the abundant breakfast that they offer. One detail to consider so you don't have to rush out to buy is that they don't offer shampoo. The rooms are spacious with a small TV where you can watch some of the local programming. It also has Internet! Website: http://www.hotel-emonec.com/
  • Celica Hostel: It is located a bit far from the train station, compared to the previous two, but in the Metelkova neighborhood, where a very interesting Cultural Center operates. It's really worth it well, have you ever stayed in a jail? Celica is that, a reconditioned jail. It also has a bar and a restaurant, Internet and breakfast. Even if you don't stay there, you can't stop taking a walk, since both the hostel and the Metelkova neighborhood offer a unique urban landscape. Website: http://www.hostelcelica.com/

Security

Ljubljana is one of the safest cities in Europe and the world. People are very friendly and always try to help foreigners. Ljubljana is possibly one of the safest capitals you will ever visit. Surprisingly safe during the day and at night, as a tourist you shouldn't have a problem, as long as you're not desperately looking for trouble.

Incluso las partes más difíciles de Ljubljana, ubicadas lejos del centro de la ciudad, son relativamente seguras, si no exhibe sus objetos de valor. Estas áreas, que no suelen ser frecuentadas por turistas, incluyen Fužine, Rakova Jelša, Štepanjsko naselje y partes de Šiška, Moste y Šentvid.

Tivoli Park es generalmente seguro y un destino muy popular para hacer picnics o dar un paseo por la tarde para un ljubljaniano promedio, pero al igual que en cualquier parte del mundo, se recomienda que no baje la guardia y evite grupos más grandes de adolescentes que merodean por allí. el parque a altas horas de la noche, ya que se han informado robos y agresiones sexuales.

Health

El agua del grifo es potable en Laibach. En los últimos años se han instalado en la ciudad numerosos bebederos, que están conectados a la red de agua normal.

Contact

Internet

El centro de la ciudad está cubierto por una red Wi-Fi llamada WiFreeLjubljana que ofrece acceso gratuito durante 60 minutos al día. El servicio se acaba de lanzar, por lo que la cobertura aún no es perfecta, pero se está mejorando activamente.

El acceso gratuito a Internet también está disponible en:

  • Kiberpipa .Uno de los hackerspaces más antiguos e importantes a nivel local. Está buscando una nueva ubicación. Edit
  • Facultad de Informática e Informática y Facultad de Ingeniería Eléctrica ,Tržaska 25. editar
  • Simobil ,Čopova (hacia el McDonald's desde el Puente Triple): una tienda de proveedores de telefonía celular eslovena, pero las computadoras portátiles de arriba tienen acceso gratuito a Internet. Edit

El acceso a Internet casi gratuito está disponible en:

  • Centro de información turística de Eslovenia ,Krekov trg 10. editar

Embassies

  • Finland, Ajdovščina 4/8, SI-1000, ☏ [1-3002120], fax : 386 1-3002139, ✉ [[11]] .Lunes a viernes de 10:00 a 12:00. Edit
  • Greece, Trnovski pristan 14, Liubliana 1000, ☏ [1 4201400] , [1 4101410] , [51 449956] (Emergencias), fax : 386 1 2811114, ✉ [[12]] .Lunes a viernes 08: 30-16: 00. editar
  • United Kingdom, 4 ° piso Trg Republike 3, Ljubljana 1000, ☏ [1200 3910], fax : 3371425 0174. Lunes a viernes 08: 00-16: 00. (actualizado en agosto de 2018 | editar )

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