Discover our locals' 94 hidden gems in Ljubljana

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Corner Stones

Inhabitants of medieval Laibach

It was YEARS before I knew what these "corner stones" from medieval Ljubljana - or I should say, these odd little people staring at me - were all about...

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Tina

Kralj

Mar 20, 2025

Plečnik's Stadium

Decaying architectural gem

"Plečnik's Stadium" in Ljubljana is one of the many buildings created by the famous architect, but unlike its counterparts, this has almost fallen to ruin!

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Tjasa

Janovljak

Mar 16, 2025

Navje

Can cemeteries be fun?

"Navje" Ljubljana is a actually a really nice cemetery to visit. I bet that more than half the local haven't even been here - why not challenge yourself?

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Tjasa

Janovljak

Mar 15, 2025

Koseski Bajer Pond

Have a walk around

"Koseski Bajer Pond" is a small artificial small lake that serves as an adventurous playground where people go to exercise, jog, cycle around or relax...

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Tjasa

Janovljak

Mar 15, 2025

Spica

The spiky oasis

"Spica" in Ljubljana is on the river Ljubljanica. It's the perfect getaway green oasis from the urban hustle and bustle. It's not far from the center...

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Tjasa

Janovljak

Mar 14, 2025

Stara roba - nova raba

Used stuff - new usage

Stara roba – nova raba Ljubljana is a known as Slovenia's first thrift store – and as of now operates as a non-governmental supporting the homeless...

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Tjasa

Janovljak

Mar 8, 2025

Reber

115 steps to a beautiful view

"Reber" Ljubljana is a set of stairs that takes you to one of the most romantic spots to enjoy the beautiful views. I love to sit on the fence with my...

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Relaxing

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Miha

Poredoš

Mar 7, 2025

Sax Pub Mural

Botched or rejuvenated?

The "Sax Pub Mural" in Ljubljana was recently 'restored', and the new work by artist Matthieu Tremblin begs the question - whose mural is it now?

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Bars
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Relaxing

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Tina

Kralj

Feb 25, 2025

WOOP! Arena

Let's get it rolling, mamma!

"WOOP! Arena" in Ljubljana brings together bowling and escape rooms. Come here, have a fun-tastic time - thank me later...

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Relaxing

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Tina

Kralj

Feb 23, 2025

Thorns!

Visit the central market and its trees

The central market in Ljubljana has everything you might be looking for... and then some thorny trees that will take over your senses!

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Relaxing

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Tjasa

Janovljak

Feb 23, 2025

Mushroom Roof

Modernist architecture alert

This "Mushroom Roof" in Ljubljana was erected in 1968 - modernist architecture fans will definitely love it!

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Art & culture

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Tjasa

Janovljak

Feb 23, 2025

Stolpersteine

Jewish history paved in stone

Did you know that Ljubljana has its own "Stolpersteine", or 'stumbling blocks' that commemorate the city's oft-forgotten Jewish holocaust victims?

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Tina

Kralj

Feb 14, 2025

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