Location: Ljubljana
Top Things to do in Ljubljana
6 Food Tours in Ljubljana That You Shouldn't Miss
Slovenia, wedged between Austria and Italy, has always been proud of its unique heritage. The capital, Ljubljana, is a perfect example of this blend of German, Mediterranean, and Slovenian culture. The old town is a blend of Baroque, Renaissance, and Art Nouveau buildings, watched over by a medieval castle. Cut through the gardens of Tivoli Park to the National Museum of Contemporary History for a history of modern Slovenia, featuring crumbled statues of Stalin and a recreation of a WWI trench.
Restaurants in Ljubljana
1. Chocolate and premium wines of Slovenia - from Ljubljana
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
The Chocolate and Premium wine tour features two winery visit. At the first wine cellar we will pair wine and chocolate and delight our senses with indigenous and international varietals of wine as well as chocolate and sparkling wine. At the second wine cellar we will have a walk among premium wines, matured in special wine cellar drugged in the the million-years old quartz sand. From the fresh to the mature wines with exceptional winemaker. Meet the winemakers in their wine cellars while tasting excellent wines and enjoying cold cuts of local delicacies. During the tour you will taste minimum of 12 wines.
Inclusions: Two wine cellar visits, Two guided wine tastings with winemakers, Tasting of min 6 wines at each wine cellar (min 12 wines together), Refreshment: cold cuts of local delicacies at each wine cellar, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected), Private tour or Small-group tour, Transport by air-conditioned minivan or Transport by private vehicle (if 2 - 3 pax), All taxes, fees and handling charges, TripAdvisor Experiences brokerage fee, Snacks, Alcoholic Beverages, Personal contact with wine makers
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By stevewR5513UG
Our group (7) thoroughly enjoyed our private well organized first time tour of Slovenia. Too many nice things to say about our guide. She provided a wealth of knowledge about the country, the wines, history and culture. Visiting with some of her personal friends running family vineyards was truly very special. All the advanced planning allowed us to stay at some particularly picturesque and hospitable small lodges and family run places. Float trip inside the caves, hikes in the mountains, nature walks, power assisted biking up and down a mountain, all helped to compliment our frequent stops at special wineries and restaurants. The country was the cleanest we saw and the people the friendliest in our 7 country European vacation. We highly recommend our guide and her coordinated planning of our tour. We will always have wonderful memories of this visit and the friends we made.
2. Top Ljubljana Foods culinary walking - small group - trip
Overall Ratings
4.7 based on 112 reviews
You may not be able to name any Slovenian dishes before this 4-hour walking tour, but by the end, you’ll be well informed and full. This isn’t, however, just a food tour. Sample up to nine traditional dishes, washed down with up to four Slovenian wines, while your guide regales your group with Slovenian history and points out masterful architectural creations along the way. Numbers limited to 15 people on this small-group tour, ensuring personalised attention from your knowledgeable guide.
Inclusions: Professional local guide, Food tasting, Wine tasting
Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Reviewed By jellybiens
I spent the day travelling around with my guide Michelle, and she made the whole experience something I will never forget. She took me to see many different sites from Lake Bohinj to Waterfall Savica to Lake Bled. However the main stops on the way were not all there was to see, it was as much about the journey as it was the destinations. Slovenia has some incredible sites to behold and the scenary all throughout the day left me blown away. Driving through the deepest vallies and up the tallest mountains, it was a real adventure the whole way. Due to the time of year and current events, we basically had every spot to ourselves without the hussle and bussle of noisy tourist spots and the benefit of this was how peaceful everything was. Michelle is an incredibly friendly and kind person, full of knowledge and experience of Slovenia that she shares with you in an enthusastic and engaging way, she is perfect company for the trip. This is an amazing day out which I highly reccomend to anyone visiting Slovenia. I will absolutely be coming back to stay at Lake Bohinj next year for a relaxing camping holiday. Thank you Michelle for touring me around Slovenia during my stay here. It has been one of the best ( or even, the best ) experience I have had travelling over the past few years.
3. Wine Tasting, Slovenian Wine Story
Overall Ratings
4.7 based on 12 reviews
What is included: - Aperitif - 6 wine samples - Prosciutto, cheese, marinated olives, bread - Professional sommelier - Polaroid photo
Inclusions: Wine tasting, Aperitif - 6 wine samples - Prosciutto, cheese, marinated olives, bread - Professional expert - Polaroid photo, Snacks, Alcoholic Beverages
Exclusions:
Reviewed By Katarina Š
A wonderful experience! The presentation was very interesting and amusing. I learned a lot, not only about Slovenian vines, but also about their traditions and history. They really know what they’re doing. And of course the vines were amazing. I definitely recommend it to anyone visiting Ljubljana.
4. Exploring the Culinary Heritage of Kras Tour from Ljubljana, Koper or Trieste
This is an 8-hour trip around the Slovenian region of Kras, the land of prosciutto and a famous red wine called Teran. At least 3 wine tastings are included together with lunch and olive oil tasting. Try the dry-cured ham, Karst prosciutto, that melts in your mouth followed by a 30-minute guided tour of typical Karst village Štanjel and the Ferrari Gardens. You will have a great opportunity to buy local wine, wine liqueur, olive oil, and dry-cured ham (prosciutto) directly from the locals.
Inclusions: Bottled water, Food tasting, Lunch, Wine tasting, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Round-trip private transfer
Exclusions: Drinks only at lunch, Gratuities
Reviewed By vegovhr
Best food, best landscape and swimming in the lake at the end of the cycling tour. Relaxing atmosphere, I recommend it.
5. Ljubljana 4-Hour Food Tour
A small group walking guided city tour with a food tasting. On the tour the stories behind Slovenian foods and customs will be revealed. Accompanied by an experienced local guide you will get a more in depth knowledge of our capital city, Slovenia and its neighboring countries.
Inclusions: Beverages (4 types of wine), Food (7 tastings), Local guide
Exclusions: Gratuities, Personal expenses
Reviewed By JaakTreiman
Excellent camera work, selection of places and commentary. Can't wait to see Ljubljana in person! The tour showed me how much there is to see.
6. Ljubljana culinary tour
Ljubljana's culinary offerings have always been diverse as Slovenia lies at the crossroads of different regions, cultures, and culinary traditions. Some of the typical Ljubljana dishes have their roots far back in the city's history; some are the result of modern-day culinary creativity. Do you know that in Central Market you can taste typical local dishes? Are you willing to visit five different styles of restaurants and taste five different dishes and five different drinks? Is it true that Krakovo is an area of gardens traditionally occupied by the local vegetable growers? Your local guide will show you the historical city center's locations where food trading and culinary-related activities used to take place in the past and take you to the top of Nebotičnik, once the tallest building in Central Europe and today one of the city's most prominent icons. Are you ready to learn about Ljubljana and its dynamic history and vibrant modern life from tasting its most favorite foods?
Inclusions: Local Guide
Exclusions: Extra 42 euros per person-Included: Five dishes and five drinks for tasting
