Title: Visit Slovenia: Best of Slovenia Travel 2025 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.co.uk [Slovenia Hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Slovenia.d11413.Hotel-Destinations)[Holiday Rentals in Slovenia](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Slovenia.d11413.Holiday-Rental-Destinations)[Slovenia Flights](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Slovenia.d11413.Flight-Destinations)[Slovenia Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Slovenia.d11413.Car-Hire-Destinations)[Slovenia Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Slovenia.d11413.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Slovenia ## Tourist Guide ![Lake Bled featuring a lake or waterhole, landscape views and mountains](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/160000/160526-Lake-Bled-Julian-Alps.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lake Bled featuring a lake or waterhole, mist or fog and mountains](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/160000/160568-Lake-Bled-Julian-Alps.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Piran featuring a city and a river or creek](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/160000/160447-Adriatic-Coast-Karst.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Slovenia](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/160000/160596-Lake-Bled-Julian-Alps.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Church of Sv Marika Bozja which includes château or palace, mist or fog and a lake or waterhole](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/160000/160562-Lake-Bled-Julian-Alps.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) #### Relax amid the natural beauty of forests, lakes, caves and a magical island in this central European country that was once part of Yugoslavia. The small country of Slovenia offers amazing outdoor adventures, from the shoreline along the Gulf of Trieste to the snow-capped Alps. Enjoy forested countryside and quaint cities as you explore outdoor beauty and learn about the nation’s fascinating history. Settled as early as the 6th century B.C., the area was once part of the Holy Roman Empire, suffered under communist rule after World War II, became an independent democracy in 1991 and joined the European Union in 2004. Learn about these periods as you travel across the flourishing country. The capital city, [Ljubljana](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ljubljana.d2085.Holidays-City-Breaks), has over a dozen museums, including the [National Museum of Slovenia](https://www.expedia.co.uk/National-Museum-Of-Slovenia-Ljubljana-City-Centre.d6119770.Attraction) and the Slovene Ethnographic Museum. Stroll through car-free Ljubljana Old Town and visit [Preseren Square](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Preseren-Square-Ljubljana-City-Centre.d6119768.Attraction), bordered by the pretty pink [Franciscan Church](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Franciscan-Church-Of-The-Annunciation-Ljubljana-City-Centre.d6119788.Attraction) and the Ljubljana River with its unique [Triple Bridge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Triple-Bridge-Ljubljana-City-Centre.d6119766.Attraction). Tour the 15th-century [Ljubljana Castle](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ljubljana-Castle-Ljubljana-City-Centre.d6119762.Attraction) and see other old mansions and castles. Travel north to [Bled](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bled.d5095.Holidays-City-Breaks) near the Austrian border. The highlight of this town is the picturesque glacial [Lake Bled](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lake-Bled-Bled.d6119818.Attraction) surrounded by snow-covered mountains. Climb to [Bled Castle](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bled-Castle-Bled.d6119820.Attraction) and look at the pretty Bled Island. Take a ferry to visit the island’s wishing bell and sample the delicious Slovenian potica cake. Nearby, hike along the Radovna river to the Šumwaterfall at the [Vintgar Gorge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Vintgar-Gorge-Gorje.d6119822.Attraction). From here, the [Triglav National Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Triglav-National-Park-Mojstrana.d6119828.Attraction) a short distance west offers outdoor exercise with fresh Alpine air and great views. Don’t miss beautiful [Lake Bohinj](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lake-Bohinj-Bohinj.d6119826.Attraction). The medieval town of Koper has Slovenia’s short Adriatic coastline. Wander along narrow streets, enjoy relaxing spa treatments, see cruise boats arriving and visit the beach resort of Ankaran. A bit northeast, ride the tourist train through the [Postojna Caves](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Postjona-Cave-Postojna.d6119806.Attraction) to see striking limestone formations. Nearby, gaze up at the [Predjama Castle](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Predjama-Castle-Postojna.d6119808.Attraction), built into the cliffs more than 700 years ago. About 60 percent of Slovenia is covered by forest, helping to provide natural beauty and clean air. Enjoy hunting, fishing, hiking, skiing, golf and much more in this scenic country. ### Popular cities in Slovenia [LjubljanaKnown for Historical, Castle and Cafes](https://expedia.co.uk/Ljubljana.dx2085) Wander the enchanting streets of Slovenia’s capital to discover a blend of medieval history and youthful exuberance. Visit a castle, galleries and museums. ## Reasons to visit - Ljubljana Castle - Ljubljana Central Market - Ljubljana Town Hall [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Ljubljana.dx2085)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Ljubljana-Hotels.d2085.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [PiranKnown for Sea, Swimming and Marinas](https://expedia.co.uk/Piran.dx6123657) Marvel at the preserved architecture and narrow medieval streets of this historic village, where Venetian-style façades give the air of an Italian coastal town. ## Reasons to visit - Portoroz Beach - Piran Harbour - Bell Tower [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Piran.dx6123657)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Piran-Hotels.d6123657.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Kranjska GoraKnown for Skiing, Mountains and Biking](https://expedia.co.uk/Kranjska-Gora.dx6094589) Experience trendy Kranjska Gora: its skiing, mountain views, adventures and more! ## Reasons to visit - Lake Jasna - Pericnik Waterfall - Nordijski center Planica [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Kranjska-Gora.dx6094589)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Kranjska-Gora-Hotels.d6094589.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [BledKnown for Lakes, Castle and Walking](https://expedia.co.uk/Bled.dx5095) Visit a historic island church and a clifftop castle with views of the lake and the country’s tallest mountain. ## Reasons to visit - Lake Bled - Bled Castle - Church of Sv Marika Bozja [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Bled.dx5095)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Bled-Hotels.d5095.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [MariborKnown for Historical, Monuments and Museums](https://expedia.co.uk/Maribor.dx8707) Maribor awaits: its monuments, museums, history and more! [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Maribor.dx8707)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Maribor-Hotels.d8707.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [KoperKnown for Monuments, Small town and Cathedrals](https://expedia.co.uk/Koper.dx6048828) Quaint Koper awaits: its monuments, cathedral, castle and more! [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Koper.dx6048828)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Koper-Hotels.d6048828.Travel-Guide-Hotels) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Slovenia ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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