Experts' Choice Award Ljubljana Castle
What the experts agree on
Perched atop a hill overlooking Ljubljana's Old Town, this medieval castle (largely rebuilt after a 16th-century earthquake) is the city's unmissable landmark, prized for panoramic views—reach it by foot or funicular.
“This is the one sight in Ljubljana you simply can’t miss – in every sense.”
– The Telegraph
Afar Magazine "Ljubljana Castle anchors Slovenia's capital. The medieval fortress dates back to the 15th-century and overlooks the Old Town." Full review
Fodor's "Ljubljana's hilltop castle affords views over the river and the Old Town's terra-cotta rooftops, spires, and green cupolas." Full review
Afar Magazine "After a few hours of walking around, we realized we had a great time, no bad weather managed to interrupt our play and despite our imagination running wild, we still learned something new." Full review
Afar Magazine "From the top of the city's castle, one can have a panoramic view of the lovely town square and its storybook canals that remind me of Venice (only three hours away)." Full review
Afar Magazine "The castle is on top of Castle Hill overlooking the old town in Ljubljana." Full review
Afar Magazine "The town's name is derived from the word ljubav, meaning love. And I L.O.V.E. this lilliputian city! Something about the ride-straddling cafes maybe?" Full review
Afar Magazine "Waiting for my departure to Zagreb at Ljubljana Main Train Station." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"A landmark building overlooking the Slovenian capital, this medieval castle was built at the top of a hill, where a Roman fortified camp was located." Full review
Independent
Frommer's "According to the legends, the dragon slain by St. George lived beneath the hill on which Ljubljanski Grad is situated, and around which the capital has grown. Start your exploration of..." Full review
