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Day Trips in Slovenia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Each year I hear Slovenia described as the next big tourist destination in Europe. An untouched region on the Mediterranean. A must see country before it becomes overrun by tourists. But each year nothing really changes. I still meet people who have never heard of Slovenia or know little about it. I\u2019m sure visitor numbers are increasing but not to the extent where you feel overwhelmed with people around. It\u2019s not like Croatia<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n

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I understand many visitors to Europe want to visit the most popular cities like London, Paris and Rome. I\u2019ve spent time in those cities so I get. They are amazing places to visit. But once you\u2019ve been there then what? I suggest places like Prague and Budapest but after that why not Ljubljana and the rest of Slovenia? It\u2019s beautiful in so many ways. It\u2019s easy to get around, relatively cheap and most people speak English. There\u2019s no reason not to go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once you make the decision to visit Slovenia the next question is where to go exactly. The capital Ljubljana is quaint with its pedestrian streets along the river, the cafe culture and the castle on the hill. But the real reason to visit Slovenia is outside of the capital. The Julian Alps, the Venetian coastal towns, stunning gorges and the glacial lakes are all incredible.<\/p>\n\n\n

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I find Ljubljana to be a little quiet for a capital city but I adore the rest of the country. I suggest basing yourself in Ljubljana for a week or so to give you time to enjoy the cafe and restaurant scene but to take day trips to see the sights in the rest of the country. Slovenia is relatively small and easy to get around and taking day trips is the most practical way to see the country.<\/p>\n\n\n

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For me the top 5 day trips in Slovenia are to Lake Bled, Piran, Lake Bohinj, Vintgar Gorge and Maribor in the east (in that order). If you have time you might also want to head to Trieste in Italy which is just across the border. Trieste is worth visiting for some seafood, artisan gelato and to visit Castello di Miramare.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lake Bled<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Lake Bled is Slovenia\u2019s crown jewel. It\u2019s by far the most popular day trip in Slovenia<\/a> and rightly so. It\u2019s an emerald coloured glacial lake with a pretty island in the centre and a castle hanging off the cliff. With the Julian Alps as a backdrop it\u2019s quite spectacular. This is one place in Slovenia you don\u2019t want to miss. Yes, it\u2019s the most touristy place but it\u2019s gorgeous, peaceful (usually) and they have a famous dessert.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Piran<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

I\u2019m a huge, huge fan of Piran. It\u2019s Slovenia\u2019s main coastal resort town and the Venetian architecture is incredible. It\u2019s like a mini version of Venice but without the canals (unfortunately) and without the crowds (thankfully). It\u2019s off limits to cars so you can walk around the ancient, cobblestone streets and lunch on just caught seafood in peace. If you can only take one day trip in Slovenia, Lake Bled is for nature lovers and Piran is for city people.<\/p>\n\n\n

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For a little more Venetian architecture you could make a quick stop by Koper which is on the way to Piran (and not far from Trieste) but there are fewer buildings of note and most are currently in need of restoration.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Lake Bohinj<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Lake Bohinj has the beauty of Lake Bled but without the castle and crowds. If you want a peaceful day by the lake Bohinj is definitely the place to choose. There\u2019s a bit of rivalry between Lake Bled and Lake Bohinj and it\u2019s hard to say which is more beautiful so try to visit both if you can to see for yourself. I visited both lakes on the same day trip but I\u2019d only recommend doing so if you\u2019re pressed for time. Both lakes deserve a day on their own. I spent my time in Bohinj hanging out on the foreshore and around the bridge area but you can hire a kayak or go swimming if it\u2019s not too cold.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Vintgar Gorge<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Vintgar Gorge isn\u2019t just for nature lovers. I\u2019m totally a city girl but loved the 3km round trip walk. I wouldn\u2019t even describe it as a hike as it\u2019s such a comfortable walk along well maintained paths that are mostly flat. Anyone with a basic level of fitness could do this walk and it\u2019s totally worth it. Gorges are always beautiful places to visit and at Vintgar there are plenty of rapids, waterfalls and calm pools to keep you happy.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Savica Waterfall is a similar walk which you could do on the same trip or you could combine it with a day trip to Lake Bohinj.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Maribor<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Not many visitors take the time to visit the eastern part of Slovenia but if you do Maribor is a cute town with Habsburg-era architecture and the oldest grapevine in the world. I\u2019d suggest taking the other day trips before heading to Maribor but if you have time there\u2019s plenty to see and you can stop in Ptuj on the same trip. You could also stop in Maribor on the way to Budapest or Pecs in Hungary<\/a> or to Romania.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Other day trips worth considering:<\/p>\n\n\n\n