Cheer on the handball stars and discover Slovenia!

We meet at the market

What is a typical morning like for the residents of Ljubljana? Experience it for yourself. Take a guided visit to the famous Plečnik Market and feel its lively morning pulse. You will learn the most interesting stories and discover lesser-known and hidden corners. During your tour, stop for a tasting of seasonal delicacies from local farmers around Ljubljana. Finish your morning at the market with a delicious, fresh and locally produced breakfast at one of the restaurants in the immediate vicinity of the market.

November Gourmet

In November, Ljubljana turns into a gastronomic capital city. In the company of chefs and winemakers, you can learn about the diverse flavours of Slovenian and global cuisine, attend gastronomic events and workshops, or go for a stroll between Ljubljana's gastronomic hotspots.

Go up to castle

You can climb up to Ljubljana Castle along the maintained footpaths or ride the funicular.  Its lookout tower and walls offer breath-taking views. From here the best views of the green capital are enjoyed. Visit two museums and a series of art exhibitions, or let actors in historical costumes conjure up mysterious castle stories on guided tours. Enjoy cultural events and treat yourself to a feast in the excellent restaurants of Gostilna na Gradu and Strelec.

BFF break in Ljubljana

In the best company, visit Ljubljana's only gin and whisky distillery, where you will be shown how the process flows and what their vision is. Three selected gin cocktails are offered for tasting. In addition to visiting the boutique distillery, take a tourist boat ride on the Ljubljanica River and discover the beauty of Ljubljana from the water.

Experience the Pompeii of Celje

Did you know that beneath the bustling facade of modern Celje lies another city, which, because of its economic and commercial boom, was also known in its time as "the other Troy"? Descend to the ancient walls and admire the rich legacy of ancient Celeia. Here you can admire well-preserved Roman frescoes and marble statues that have retained their innocent whiteness even after so many centuries.

Reaching for the stars at the biggest science and amusement park in Slovenia

Everything is possible at Tehnopark Celje. The first and biggest park of science, technology and innovation in Slovenia is a place for playing, learning, socialising and marvelling at the world. Get into the techno world of puzzles and explore phenomena that challenge our minds. The techno box is ready for you to open and explore.

Visit Žalec and its beer fountain

In the Žalec town park, stop by an unusual fountain – not water, but beer flows from it. The fountain has eight taps, and currently you can taste six local beer varieties. All you have to do is buy a special beer glass with a chip at selected locations in Žalec and then use it to pour one decilitre of each local beer variety from each tap.

If Alma M. Karlin were alive today ...

... she would certainly be one of the most popular world bloggers and Instagram influencers. Learn about the story of this fascinating woman from Celje, a world traveller and author, Alma M. Karlin, by visiting her exhibition at the Celje Regional Museum. Visit her birth house, see her statue at Krek Square, and her last home in Pečovnik.

Sports fans – help us blow into the sails of success

In Slovenia, we love sports. There is no better bonding element than passionate cheering for our athletes. Slovenian fans have often contributed their heartfelt support to major sporting achievements of our athletes. Feel that fan fever. Let it capture you too.

What is the secret of Slovenian sporting achievements?

Slovenian athletes are attaining top results and winning medals in numerous sports. Perhaps you would not consider this unusual if you were unaware that Slovenia is a nation of (only) 2 million people. How is this possible? See what a renowned former Slovenian sport journalist thinks about it and discover the formula of Slovenia's successes.

Slovenia has a sporting heart

Slovenia is a nation of top-class athletes. We are a true phenomenon when it comes to the number of medals and achievements per capita. There are many reasons why this is so – from the natural gifts to our character.