Explore Ljubljana’s secrets with Spotted by Locals! From historical architecture to hidden cafes and alternative cultural venues in the city center, our Spotters share the best of Ljubljana’s vibrant, youthful spirit.
95 Insider Tips from our local Spotters
Authentic Stories by Real People
Escape the Crowd & Travel Slow 🐌
The "Urban Interventions" in Ljubljana, as in any city, are my favorite part of any metropolis. 'Urban jungle' is only one of these amazing graffiti works.
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"Paninoteka +" is Ljubljana's most famous sandwich shop by far and it remains my favorite after all these years. Quality ingredients, and soups! What more?
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"Klobasarna" Ljubljana is a small, cosy place that I like not only for the Slovenian cuisine, but especially for their specialization in Carniolan sausage.
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"Bicike(LJ)" basically provides Ljubljana's city bikes. If I can't use mine, I never hesitate to hire one of theirs - my city is extremely cyclable...
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"Ljubljananjam" is a personal and intimate tour that gives you the opportunity to discover the local culture of Ljubljana...
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1107 Klan is a Ljubljana graffiti crew that's been on the street art scene for the last years. You'll find them all over the city. They truly stand out...
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"What makes me happy?" Ljubljana is a shop I go to in case I want to send a friend or family member a postcard, with millions of options to choose from.
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"STA Travel Cafe" in Ljubljana is a tad hidden, but worth finding given the nice view and selection of international food and travel inspiration...
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"Hood Burger" Ljubljana is one of my favorite burger restaurants in town, made from purely Slovenian products and forming the tastiest burgers...
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"Street gallery" Ljubljana is an outdoor gallery where local artists put up their work for the world to see. Every month there's something different!
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"ZEK & Multipraktik Crews" Ljubljana is a worthwhile exhibition of toilets! It displays a conceptual visual intervention of Slovenia's urban scene...
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"Love Locks Butcher's Bridge" in Ljubljana has become quite famous only a few years after it officially opened. Go on, try to find my lock over there...
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95 Insider Tips from our local Spotters
Authentic Stories by Real People
Escape the Crowd & Travel Slow 🐌
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