Ljubljana Old Town: A Self-Guided Walking Tour

Ljubljana, Slovenia
Duration1h 30m - 3h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

It may not be Paris or Rome, but on this self-guided walking tour, you'll discover why Ljubljana deserves a place on everyone's travel list.

Starting in Prešeren Square, you'll cross the iconic Triple Bridge, stroll along Plečnik's stunning Colonnade toward the central market, and pass the Butcher's Bridge and Dragon Bridge before winding through the medieval old town. Along the way, hear why the town hall has two conflicting architectural styles, who Plečnik was and why the city bears his name, and why Santa Claus is the patron saint of Ljubljana Cathedral.

The tour ends in Congress Square, the most political square in the city. The entire route is flat and wheelchair-accessible throughout.

What's included

  • Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
  • App for Android and iOS
  • Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Transportation
  • Food and drink
  • Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour

What to expect

  1. Pass by
    Start your walk in Prešeren Square, everyone's favorite square in Ljubljana. Take in this lively central plaza as the starting point for your journey through the city.
  2. Triple Bridge (Tromostovje)
    Pass by
    Visit the nearby Triple Bridge, right beside Prešeren Square. Discover why Ljubljana has a triple bridge and a pink church facing its central square.
  3. Plecnik House
    Pass by
    Continue down Plečnik's stunning Colonnade towards the central market. Discover who Plečnik was and why so much of Ljubljana bears his name.
  4. Pass by
    Cross Butcher's Bridge as you make your way toward the Dragon Bridge. Take in this striking modern addition to Ljubljana's collection of bridges.
  5. Pass by
    Pass through the central market, one of the city's liveliest gathering spots. Take in the everyday bustle of local life along the riverbank.
  6. Dragon Bridge (Zmajski Most)
    Pass by
    Reach the Dragon Bridge, one of Ljubljana's most iconic landmarks. Discover why it wasn't called the Dragon Bridge when it was first unveiled.
  7. Pass by
    You'll catch a glimpse of Saint Nicholas's Cathedral as you continue through the old medieval town. Discover why Santa Claus is the patron saint of Ljubljana Cathedral, though admission to the cathedral itself is not included in this tour.
  8. Pass by
    Take in Robba Fountain, the most important baroque fountain in Ljubljana. Discover why it's built out of two different types of stone.
  9. Pass by
    Pass by the Town Hall as you continue through the old medieval town. Discover why the building has two conflicting architectural styles.
  10. Congress Square (Kongresni trg)
    Pass by
    Finish your tour in Congress Square, the most political square in Ljubljana. Take in this fitting conclusion to your walk through the city's history.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

This tour starts at Prešeren Square. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.

End point

Tour ends at Congress Square

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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