12 days in Ljubljana & Piran Itinerary

Attractions like Ljubljana Old Town and Bled Castle make great kid-friendly stops. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Ljubljana: Vintgar Gorge (in Zgornje Gorje), Bled (Zipline, Parasailing & Paragliding, &more) and Postojna (Postojna Cave, Predjama Castle, &more). There's much more to do: step into the grandiose world of Ljubljana Castle, stroll around Tivoli Park, contemplate the waterfront views at Ljubljanica River, and take in the local highlights with Walking tours.

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Marseille, France to Ljubljana is an approximately 8-hour combination of flight and shuttle. You can also fly; or drive. Plan for slightly colder temperatures traveling from Marseille in July, with highs in Ljubljana at 32°C and lows at 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Tue) so you can drive to Piran.

Attractions like Tartini Square and Walls of Piran make great kid-friendly stops. Change things up with a short trip to Škocjan Caves in Škocjan (about 44 minutes away). There's much more to do: learn more about the world around you at Magical World of Shells Museum, stroll around Forma Viva, take in the exciting artwork at Nika's Tiny House, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at St. George's Church.

For more things to do, ratings, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read our Piran trip itinerary builder.

Traveling by car from Ljubljana to Piran takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. Plan for a bit warmer nights when traveling from Ljubljana in July since evenings lows in Piran dip to 21°C. On the 29th (Sat), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive back home.