Where to enjoy the most beautiful views in historical towns?

Celje Castle

This mighty fortress of the influential noble family of the Counts of Celje is a popular spot for enjoying the views of the Celje Basin and is the venue of many summer events and experiences that take you back to the past.

Mali Grad, Kamnik

Locals call this small castle on the town hill the "balcony of Kamnik". You can climb up to it straight from the town centre. It is home to the legend of Veronika of Kamnik and with the view from the castle you can capture both the town and the nearby...

Water Tower, Brežice

As you stroll around Brežice, the water tower that used to take care of local water supply, and today is one of the best scenic viewpoints in the town, will certainly draw your attention.

Viewing platform of Ptuj Castle

Ptuj Castle, which rises above the oldest town in Slovenia, not only watches over the town, but also over the wine growing surroundings and Drava River. From the castle's viewing platform you can take the perfect picture to capture unforgettable memories.

Koper Bell Tower

This 54-metre high bell tower in Tito Square is one of the most popular sights in the town, also because of the beautiful view that opens up from the top of it. From there you can see the city and its green hinterland, the blue sea and even the Alpine...

Bell tower of the Church of St. Cantius, Kranj

Capture the view that will make your heart skip a beat! The view from the platform in the bell tower in the middle of the old centre of Kranj reveals the stories of the town on a rock in the embrace of two rivers and extends to all three Alpine chains...

Šance and defensive walls, Novo Mesto

From the old centre of Novo Mesto you can climb to Šance, where you can find the remains of defensive walls. There is a scenic promenade along the walls, from which you can see the town, Krka River and the surrounding hills covered in vineyards.

Piran Wall

Take the charming narrow streets of Piran to climb up to Piran Wall, from where you will be rewarded with a beautiful view of the town that was built on salt. This veduta is one of the most popular motifs for photographs.

Radovljica viewing platform

As you stroll around the old centre of Radovljica, pause at the viewing platform on the edge of Linhart Square and enjoy the view of Sava River valley and the mighty peaks of the Julian Alps, including Triglav.

Žužemberk Castle

On the rocky cliff above the town of Žužemberk stands this mighty castle, offering a beautiful view of the town and its surroundings, including Krka River. The castle is the centre of local cultural life, especially in the summer.

Idrija "Raufnk"

At the time when mercury ore was still being burned in Idrija, a 158-metre tall chimney, or "raufnk", was erected above the town. Today, only the remains of the chimney testify to these times, but they are worth visiting because of the beautiful view...

Old castle on Konjiška Gora

From the neatly landscaped old centre of Slovenske Konjice, you can stroll to the ruins of Konjice Castle above the town, where you can enjoy the beautiful views of Drava Valley, the vineyards of Škale and the green Pohorje Hills from a viewing platform....

Hribec above Škofja Loka

A short climb to Hribec, which rises above Puštal, takes you past the chapels of the Way of the Cross to the Church of St. Cross. A view of Puštal and Škofja Loka with Loka Castle opens up from there. Lubnik with the surrounding hills and the Ratitovec...

Kamnek, Tržič

The hill above Tržič that can be reached from the old town centre offers a magnificent view of the town and Lom Valley as well as the surrounding peaks of the Karawanks and Kamnik-Savinja Alps.

Rifnik, Šentjur

If you want to get experience of the most beautiful views of Šentjur, it is well worth climbing the 568-metre high Rifnik Hill, which can be accessed by several easy paths. There is an archaeological park there with exhibits that are approximately 6,000...

Scenic trail, Jesenice

If you want to experience the best view of Jesenice and do not want to stray too far away from the streets, take the scenic trail from Ukova swimming pool to the Church of St. Lenart It is just a thirty-minute walk.

Veselica, Metlika

Did you know that the people of Metlika have a party (veselica) every day? Veselica is the name of a 233-metre high hill above the town, which is a popular scenic viewpoint both for locals and visitors.

Rahtel, Slovenj Gradec

A circular educational forest trail will take you from Slovenj Gradec to the top of the 667-metre high Rahtel. At the top, you can enjoy the view of Mislinja Valley and the Pohorje Hills and treat yourself to goodies from the local inn.

Griček in Črnomelj

If you are in Črnomelj and want to enjoy a good view of the town and the surroundings vineyards, it is well worth visiting Griček. This hill above the town with rich history is a popular scenic viewpoint where you can catch the most beautiful view of...

View from a boat, Kostanjevica na Krki

One of the most beautiful views in Kostanjevica na Krki is certainly the view from a boat of the peaceful, green Krka and serene landscape. You can also treat yourself to a picnic while observing the town from the riverside.