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90-Minute Ljubljana Old Town Walking Tour with Stories and Architecture

90 Minutes Round trip from Prešernov trg 1 Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Discover the stories and symbolism behind Ljubljana's famous statues and landmarks
  • 02 Explore Prešeren Square, Congress Square, and the charming streets of Ljubljana's old town
  • 03 Experience tales of Greek mythology, medieval life, and local history through engaging storytelling
  • 04 Admire the architectural masterpieces of Jože Plečnik and colourful Art Nouveau buildings

Discover Ljubljana's old town on a 90-minute walking tour filled with storytelling, symbolism, art, and architecture. Explore Prešeren Square, Padlock Bridge, Congress Square, and the National and University Library while uncovering tales of mythology, medieval life, legendary statues, and the works of architect Jože Plečnik. Learn about Ljubljana's history through fascinating local stories, colourful Art Nouveau buildings, and historic landmarks as you walk through the charming streets of Slovenia's capital with an experienced local guide.

Hear the love story of France Prešeren, the clash between the priest from the red church and the artist of the Prešeren statue, and the fascinating reason why the Art Nouveau buildings are so colourful.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 90 Minutes
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
City Ljubljana
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Ljubljana Old Town Stories and Architecture Walk

  • Prešeren Square

    Hear the love story of France Prešeren, the clash between the priest from the red church and the artist of the Prešeren statue, and the fascinating reason why the Art Nouveau buildings are so colourful.

  • The Seminary Palace

    Explore Ljubljana Cathedral and the symbolism of the two Hercules statues that guard it.

  • The Padlock Bridge

    Experience the bridge of love, where statues tell tales, including the stories behind the Adam and Eve, Satyr, Prometheus, and Dragon statues.

  • The Fountain of the Three Carniolan Rivers

    Hear about the unbelievable connection between the beginnings of Ljubljana as a city and Greek mythology. Relive the old days of Ljubljana in front of the Town Hall through a story about its greatest ever mayor.

  • The Sculpture of the Washer Women from Bizovik

    Talking about noble people is fine, but what was life like for ordinary people in Ljubljana? This is where you find that out.

  • The Cobbler's Bridge

    See where the medieval butchers, bakers, and cobblers used to operate. It is also time for a story about medieval thievery.

  • The National and University Library

    Decipher the symbolism behind a true work of art by Slovenia's greatest architect, Jože Plečnik.

  • Congress Square

    Visit the square that has witnessed all of Ljubljana's history and explore it through its architecture.

Prešeren Square, Padlock Bridge, The National and University Library

Where this trip takes you

Prešeren Square, Padlock Bridge, The National and University Library

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Prešernov trg 1 1 city · 90 Minutes

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • A walking tour with a licensed tourist guide.

What's Not Included

  • Food

What to bring

  • Just bring yourself and your curiosity, and I will take care of the rest.

Know before you go

  • The walking tour lasts 1 hour and 30 minutes for a comfortable and engaging experience.
  • An additional 15 to 20 minutes may be available at the end of the tour for questions.
  • The tour starts from Prešernov trg 1, beneath the Haupmann House.
  • Meet the guide in front of the bronze scale model of Ljubljana.
  • Look for the red umbrella at the meeting point.
  • The tour ends at the same starting location.
  • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
  • Please arrive a few minutes before the tour start time.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Prešernov trg 1, Ljubljana, Slovenija
Tour start
Prešernov trg 1, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenija
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 90 minutes finish where they began, in Prešernov trg 1.

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