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Discover Ljubljana with a local
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2h 30min–3h
- Price from
- $52 / person
- Location
- Ljubljana, Slovenia
- Rating
- 4.6 / 5 · 9 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 2
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Ana Povse
- Meeting point
- We will meet at the statue, right at the feet of Mr Preseren.
Description
⚠ CAUTION! This is NOT a typical city tour full of boring data, history facts and rigid itinirary. Yes, we will walk by the most important and interesting tourist attractions and make stops there, but we will mostly focuse on Ljubljana and its local life from today's point of view. Do this tour if you want to get integrated into the local life and really get to know the city while having a great time! Highlights: ✔We'll visit the farmers market with special attention ✔I'll tell you how to make the most out of my city and give you tips where to go for best food/ coffee/ beer... ✔After the tour you'll get a list of recommendations (places where locals go and all tested by me) ✔You will have great fun and meet new friends Our tour is going to be a local's perspective of Ljubljana, so be prepared to learn some secrets and enjoy city's laid-back vibe. If the tour is not available at your desired time please contact me and I’ll do my best to figure out how to make it possible for you.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, and Fri
- Start times
- 9:00 AM
- Next available
- Mon, Oct 5
- Adult (ages 12+)
- $52
- Child (ages 3–11)
- $46
- Infant (ages 0–2)
- Free
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 3.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Preseren Square
Welcome to the meeting location, the square, dedicated to the greatest Slovenian poet, that was in my opinion actually quite a rock'n'roller.
Triple Bridge (Tromostovje)
Fascinating Triple Bridge carries a beautiful story of a devestating earthquake back in 1895 and Slovenia's progressive architect Jožef Plečenik, who throughout the renovation managed to turn Ljubljana into an architecturally rich and interesting capital.
Meet a vibrant part of the city, located on a river bank, that is just bursting with locals' energy. You'll learn about how it looked like 12 years ago, what actually changed in 2010 and what kind of impact the change has on the local life.
Butcher's Bridge
You ever felt like butchers must be noughty guys? What a story behind this weird and fascinating bridge! Not to be missed when in Ljubljana.
Locals' favourite dontown street and I'll share with you all the reasons for it. Colorful, food - scented and ... still a locals' streeet.
Metelkova
Welcome to THE alternative cultural zone that has its own rules and is filled with street art, art studios, night clubs and lots of memories of mine. Fascinating and unique and a huge part of Ljubljana's local life.
Dragon Bridge (Zmajski Most)
All of a sudden Ljubljana is all about the dragons... until you hear the local's perspective on the hype. Putting that aside, the bridge does tell a fascinating story and is a great example of the position of our nation back in the days.
Central Market
Farmers market in the city center is THE place for local life. Ljubljana is so small it really doesn't have local and touristic districts. It is all mixed and the market is a perfect example. Learn about the local products, different Slovenian regions and cuisine, and the importance of the market for the people of Ljubljana. This is also the spot where we will try the traditional Slovenian pastry, that today has an EU geographically protected status.
Ljubljana Old Town
Get ready for a slow stroll along the oldest (and in my opinion most beautiful) part of the city, constructed in the 13th century and yet not looking typically medieval. You'll learn why the architecture of this gorgeous hart of the city center is a bit different than one would expect. We'll also discuss the evolution of the Old City in the past 30 years. Amazing!
Ljubljana Castle
We'll take a slow walk to the castle hill, using a sideway that is never overcrowded with people and therefore popular with Ljubljanians. We'll enjoy beautiful views and learn how close to the city bears live. We'll wrap our tour with an arrival to the Castle. The rest is up to you - you can take your time and enjoy everything the castle has to offer or you can just enjoy the views, take it easy and slowly return to the downtown.
What's included
Included
Snacks
Traveller Ratings
4.6
9 reviews
How it compares in Ljubljana
- Starting price $52 is 25% below the typical $69 for tours of similar length in Ljubljana
Excurgo comparison of 431 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Discover Ljubljana with a local take?
Discover Ljubljana with a local lasts about 2h 30min–3h. The itinerary has 10 stops.
How much does Discover Ljubljana with a local cost?
Prices start at $52 per person for this Ljubljana experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Discover Ljubljana with a local run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, starting at 9:00 AM.
How much does Discover Ljubljana with a local cost for children?
Children aged 3–11 pay from $46, adults from $52. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Discover Ljubljana with a local for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is We will meet at the statue, right at the feet of Mr Preseren. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Discover Ljubljana with a local offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 2 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(9)
A
A very knowledgeable and helpful guide
Thank you Peter for a great walking tour around Ljubljana. You were not only a very knowledgeable guide, you were also extremely helpful! Thanks again
C
Bor was a wonderful tour...
Bor was a wonderful tour guide. It was just our family of four including two teenage boys. He gave us a comprehensive tour of the city and answered all of our questions. Even treated us to local dessert breads. Thank you Bor!
5
Personal, informative and warm!
Guided tour with Ana and Eva: It was very good, thank you.
N
Great tour & a few laughs.
We had a great walk round the city with Bor. His knowledge of contemporary culture combined with detail on the history of both the city and Slovenia was impressive. We saw a lot of the city, both the traditional sights and also areas we would not have found by ourselves. All of this combined with some traditional snacks and a few laughs made for a fun afternoon.
C
Terrific small group tour with a knowledgeable local - highly recommended
I really enjoyed this tour with Ana. I learnt a lot about Ljubljana and saw some interesting off the beaten track places. The cake at the end was delicious and not something I would have otherwise tried - for sure I’ll be buying more. Ana also shared a terrific list of restaurants, wine bars etc. by email which will come in very handy over the next couple of weeks. Highly recommended tour.
4
Ljubljana tour in June
Ana’s tour was incredible! We couldn’t have asked for a better way to see Ljubljana. The small intimate format was exactly what we were looking for. Apart from being well-spoken and informative, Ana was personable and incredibly fun! She took us to places we never would have seen, and modified the tour based on things we were interested in. Anyone considering booking a tour with her should stop considering and start booking, you won’t regret it!
H
Lovely initial tour of the city
Anna was a wonderful guide. Her passion for Ljubljana is clear, and she provides a nice foundation to begin your own explorations of the city— with many recommendations as well! Highly recommend!
K
Loved our Ljubljana tour with Ana!
Ana is an amazing tour guide; knowledgeable about her city’s history and culture. Her style is interactive, engaging and flexible. She wanted to make sure we were getting the full experience! Can’t recommend her highly enough!
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