Ljubljana is an attractive capital city of Slovenia that we consider a great starting point to explore different attractions. Even by taking a short drive, you can explore its beautiful nature, great history, and lively culture. Being a taxi service provider, we have great experience of this capital, therefore, we have compiled these 17 unforgettable day trips from Ljubljana on the basis of our knowledge of these places that are perfect for every type of traveler. Click here to schedule a taxi order.

Day Trips from Ljubljana to Touristic Areas

Here, we have compiled different tourist areas from Ljubljana based on different categories.

Day Trips from Ljubljana to Nature & Scenic Beauty

Explore all of Slovenia’s natural beauties—easily reachable from Ljubljana:

Destination	Main Attractions	Approximate Distance from Ljubljana
Vintgar Gorge	Stunning canyon, wooden walkways	59.7 km
Lake Bled	Lake Jasna, Island church, hilltop castle, scenic walks	54.8 km
Lake Bohinj	Pristine alpine lake, water activities	83 km
Kamniška Bistrica Valley	River valley, hiking trails	41 km
Velika Planina	Traditional shepherd huts, alpine views	50 km
Logar Valley	Glacial valley, waterfalls	67.2  km

Day Trips from Ljubljana to Historical & Cultural Adventures

Step into history with these timelessly rich destinations:

Destination	Main Attractions	Approximate Distance from Ljubljana
Predjama Castle & Postojna Cave	Cave castle, an extensive cave system	62.3 km
Skofja Loka	The medieval town center, castle	23 km
Kranj	Old town, museums, cafes	29 km
Radovljica	Well-preserved old town, beekeeping museum	48.3 km
Celje	Medieval castle, Roman ruins	61.45 km
Maribor	Old vine house, historic center	131.4 km

Day Trips from Ljubljana to Coastal Escapes & International Trips

Head to the coast or even cross borders on these thrilling day trips:

Destination	Main Attractions	Approximate Distance from Ljubljana
Piran	Venetian architecture,  Portoroz and Koper seaside charm	121 km
Venice, Italy	Canals, St. Mark’s Square, Doge’s Palace	240 km
Trieste, Italy	Piazza Unità d’Italia, Miramare Castle	99.1 km
Zagreb, Croatia	Upper Town, museums, markets	140.6 km

Transportation Options

Even though public transport may be good for some places, having a car gives you the extra freedom to explore. Otherwise, if you don’t feel like renting one, think about having a taxi service for your day trips. Hej Taksi can give you a safe and comfortable taxi ride to most of these destinations that will make your journey stress-free and pleasurable.

Best Times to Visit

• Spring (April-May) and fall (September-October): You will experience great weather and less crowd. The ideal time for peace lovers.

• Summer: June – August: The busiest time of the year, but perfect for visiting lakes and beaches.

• Winter (December-February):  Great for you if you love snowy weather but you might find some attractions closed.

Best Place to Stay in Ljubljana

You will need a comfortable base in Ljubljana after your day-tripping. Consider the following:

1. Grand Hotel Union: A luxurious accommodation with a central location.

2. Vander Urbani Resort: This is a very stylish and boutique hotel with city views.3. B&B Slamic: Comfortable and affordable place to stay, close to top attractions

3. B&B Slamic: Comfortable and affordable place to stay, close to top attractions

Wrapping Up

Ljubljana is near the geographical center of Slovenia, therefore we consider it an ideal base for seeing landscapes and cultural sites. This list of 17-day trips from Ljubljana to tourist areas gives a good idea of what is on offer in Slovenia and also other countries nearby. Click here to schedule a taxi order.

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