Ljubljana, Slovenia — Things to Do
Sightseeing in Ljubljana
Ljubljana offers a host of sightseeing attractions and things to do. Visitors can enjoy the Baroque architecture of the Cathedral of St Nicholas or the medieval Ljubljana Castle which watches over the city. Other things to do in Ljubljana include visits to the National Museum and Joze Plecnik House. For outdoor activities in Ljubljana visitors can include a visit to Tivoli Park or the Ljubljana Zoo on their Slovenia holiday itineraries.
Shopping in Ljubljana
Shopping in Ljubljana is fun and a great way to experience the city. Shoppers can browse the myriad of quaint shops along the cobblestones alleys or peruse markets and larger shopping centers. BTC City is perhaps the largest shopping area in Ljubljana. Visitors to the BTC City area can choose from close to 500 shops while there are also casinos, sports facilities and arcade areas in the center. Emporium at BTC City is the place to be seen and shoppers can choose from any number of labels such as Giorgio Armani, Hugo, Gucci and Jean Paul Gaultier. Muller Department Store is another great shopping option. For those wanting a more traditional shopping experience head to the Idrija Lace Gallery for some of the intricate and beautiful hand-made lace from the Idrijan region. The Central Market and the Antique and Flea markets are the best places to shop for souvenirs. The Central Market stocks handicrafts, souvenirs, art, flowers and food products. While the Antique Market is a great place to find hidden treasures as well as old books, hand-made jewelry, communist-era memorabilia and old postcards. While the Central Market is open during the week, the Antiques Market is only open on a Sunday until 2pm.
