Ljubljana is yet another small European capital with a lovely Old Town center, and not many checklist attractions beyond that. Slovenia itself is known mostly as a nature destination, with Lake Bled, the original Karst rocks, and some famous caves. So the fact that it’s modest capital city is cheap and pleasant is just a bonus.
| Population | 275,000 |
| Area | 275,000 |
| Timezone | UTC+2 |
| Currency | Euro |
| Airports | Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport (LJU) |
Hotels in Ljubljana are predictably affordable by European standards, yet quality is generally high. Hostels are also quite cheap, although the cheapest ones are a bit away from the city center so it’s probably worth paying a bit more for a central location.
Peak season here is in the summer when the city comes to life with lots of different events and shows. During this time of the year you’ll also find higher hotel prices.
If you’re looking for a more budget minded vacation, you might want to consider visiting during the spring or fall when prices even out a bit. Winter holds the lowest prices of the year.
| Rating | Price(USD) |
|---|---|
 | 15.79 - 63.16 |
| 36.84 - 78.95 |
| 44.21 - 121.05 |
| 52.63 - 189.47 |
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Ginger Rooms Doubles from €52/night | |
Our pick: The best cheap and central 3-star hotel in Ljubljana |
| Type | Price(USD) |
|---|---|
| Hostel Bed | 5.26 - 23.16 |
Hostel 24 Beds from €12/night | |
Our pick: The best cheap and central hostel in Ljubljana |
| Location | Description | Type | Price(USD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ljubljana Castle | Take a walk around the courtyard, chapel and gift shop for free as you learn about the history of the castle. If you wish to access the tower, you'll be asked to pay a small fee but the views of the city will be more than worth it. | adult student | 12.63 9.47 |
| Ljubljana Zoo | Learn more about local and international wildlife as you get close and personal. | adult student | 10.53 6.32 |
| Architecture Museum of Ljubljana | Here you'll find a permanent collection of Joze Plecnik's work. | adult student | 2.11 1.05 |
Ljubljana is also known for its cuisine, as an enjoyable blend of Italian, Austrian, and Slavic influences. Bosnian food is a highlight here, and a good bargain. Local beer and wine are also very affordable by European standards, and you won’t have to search far to find a cheap pint.
| Food Type | Description | Price(USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Budget breakfast | Most hotels and hostels include breakfast. If not, there are cafes and bakeries nearby. | 3.16 - 6.32 |
| Budget lunch | As usual, pizza and kebabs are among the cheaper items, but decent deals on local favorites are there too. | 5.26 - 10.53 |
| Budget dinner | Reasonably good deals can be found even at the many sit-down restaurants along the river, and the food is good as well. | 9.47 - 17.89 |
| Beer (.5L) | Lasko and Union are the two big local lagers, and both are cheap most everywhere. | 2.11 - 5.26 |
| Type | Price(USD) |
|---|---|
| Taxi from airport to city center | 48.42 - 55.79 |
| Minibus from airport to city | 11.58 |
| Public bus from airport to city | 4.21 |
| 3km taxi ride in Ljubljana | 4.21 - 8.42 |
| Public bus in Ljubljana | 1.05 |
| Bicycle rental in Ljubljana | 3.16 - 7.37 |
| Month | High F | Low F | Precip (inches) |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37 | 27 | 2.8 |
| February | 43 | 29 | 2.8 |
| March | 52 | 35 | 3.4 |
| April | 60 | 41 | 4.1 |
| May | 69 | 49 | 4.5 |
| June | 75 | 55 | 6.1 |
| July | 80 | 58 | 4.6 |
| August | 79 | 58 | 5.3 |
| September | 71 | 52 | 5.2 |
| October | 60 | 44 | 5.8 |
| November | 46 | 35 | 5.4 |
| December | 38 | 29 | 4.1 |
Each season is noted as a great time to visit. Summer is the most visited time of the year with sunny days and warm temperatures that are great for those who enjoy the outdoors. Fall showcases natures’ paintings with a grand show of changing leaves coupled with cooling temperatures.
Winter is perfect for ski enthusiasts who wish to visit the area and then some. Spring, like summer, is a great time to enjoy being outside with mild temperatures and breezes.
| 21 Mar | 6:04am | 6:15pm |
| 21 Jun | 5:11am | 8:57pm |
| 21 Sep | 6:47am | 7:02pm |
| 21 Dec | 7:41am | 4:19pm |