9-Day Slovenia road trip from Ljubljana to Celje, Postojna, and Koper

Your road trip adventure in Slovenia begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Ljubljana. You’ll stay in Ljubljana for 4 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Ljubljana has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Tivoli City Park. This attraction is an urban park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14,019 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Ljubljana, Cubo. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 713 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Ljubljana is Le Petit Cafe. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,098 customers.

Locals recommend Pop's place as one of the best restaurants in the city of Ljubljana. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,539 customers.

Ljubljana also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Ljubljana is Lajbah - Craft Beer Bar in Ljubljana. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,366 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Ljubljana is LOKUS Cafe. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,557 customers.

Locals also enjoy Kavarna zajček, gostinske storitve, Zajc Alenka s. P. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,630 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 9-day vacation in Slovenia!

Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Ljubljana has to offer. Cherish the 3 nights you have left in Ljubljana by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Ljubljana. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the town of Ljubljana, like the extraordinary Ljubljana Castle. This attraction is a castle and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 35,253 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Ljubljana is the spectacular Arch. Plečnik's Marketplace. This attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,115 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Dragon Bridge. This arch bridge has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 16,561 visitors.

Ljubljana Cathedral is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This cathedral is a popular destination among visitors in Ljubljana. Rated at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,057 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Prešeren Square. Prešeren Square is a square and popular attraction in Ljubljana. More than 10,396 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Ljubljana does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Ljubljana on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Slovenia, be sure to eat at Julija, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Ljubljana. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,708 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Ljubljana is the popular Čad. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,703 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Ljubljana is Dežela Okusov - Top quality 100% gluten-free cuisine. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,530 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Slovenska Hiša is one of the best bars in the city of Ljubljana for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,725 customers.

Holidays' Pub is another of the most popular bars in the city of Ljubljana. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,348 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Ljubljana!

Day 3 of your road trip across Slovenia is another day in the magnificent Ljubljana. You now have 2 nights left in Ljubljana. Take the opportunity to experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city.

Ljubljana offers plenty for you to see and do, and your hotel will be conveniently located near several of the area's best attractions.

One of the best travel destinations you can travel to in the town of Ljubljana is the stunning Congress Square. This has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,636 visitors.

You could also spend some time visiting the spectacular House of illusions in the town of Ljubljana. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,416 visitors.

Another attraction you could visit in the town of Ljubljana is the incredible City Museum of Ljubljana. This attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 803 visitors.

Today you’ll also have the opportunity to take part in a popular tour. You’ll be excited to learn that there are plenty of options for top-rated tours and activities in Ljubljana you could sign up for on this day of your vacation. Choose among the best tours before or after booking.

When it’s time to eat, the city of Ljubljana has restaurants and bars to fit all budgets.

We recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Ljubljana, Slovenska Hiša - Figovec. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,746 customers.

Alternatively, if you’re hungry to try a top restaurant in the city of Ljubljana that locals enjoy, eat at Kavarna Zvezda. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,863 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Ljubljana, Sombrero bar Maver Peter s. P. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,126 customers.

For one of the best bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Ljubljana, we recommend the cocktails at Pritličje. This bar has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 853 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Ljubljana is Makalonca. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,104 customers.

Toast to another amazing day in the city of Ljubljana!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 4 of your epic road trip in Slovenia, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Ljubljana. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Celje. You’ll stay in Celje for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Ljubljana’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Ljubljana, start your day with a visit to the amazing Nebotičnik - Skyscraper. This much-appreciated cafe and attraction is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,495 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating SNG Opera in balet Ljubljana. This must-see tourist destination and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,122 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular National Museum of Slovenia to make the most of your road trip across Slovenia. The spectacular National Museum of Slovenia is a national museum that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,062 visitors.

The lovely WOOP! Trampolin park Ljubljana is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 4,286 visitors have left this top-tier point of interest average ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Ljubljana has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Celje. Celje offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Gostilna Amerika. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 1,559 reviews.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Celje, the fantastic Gostilna in pivnica Stari Pisker. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,286 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Užitkarna Beli Vol. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 350 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Slovenia!

Day 5 of your road trip will take you to the city of Celje and the city of Stara Fužina. You’ll stay in Postojna for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the town of Celje today is Regional Museum of Celje. This excellent attraction is a library that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 305 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing City Park, an outstanding park, in the town of Celje. Around 1,236 travelers rated this attraction with 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the town of Celje is Celje Castle. This amazing attraction is a castle and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,895 visitors.

To experience the local culture, see more of Slovenia, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. You’ll find many top-rated and popular tours in the town, offering unique experiences that will inspire you. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in Slovenia. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to Lake Bohinj for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Stara Fužina. This popular attraction is a lake and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,763 visitors.

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Postojna.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Postojna, AVIO PUB. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,227 customers.

Locals recommend Restaurant and Pizzeria ČUK as one of the best restaurants in the city of Postojna. Restaurant and Pizzeria ČUK is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,311 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Postojna is Pizzerija minutka Hamza Kukavica s. P. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,322 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Postojna, Allegro bar Aleksandar Stojkovski s. P. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 124 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Music Caffe Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 102 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Slovenia with a toast!

Rise and shine on day 6 of your road trip in Slovenia. Today, you'll wake up in Postojna and embark on a scenic drive to Koper, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Postojna before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Postojna. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Mestni Park. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 165 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Postojna Cave. This attraction, a beloved show cave, has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 42,349 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Postojna is the stunning Predjama Castle. This castle and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 19,946 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Štanjel Castle. This attraction is a castle that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,561 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Škocjan Caves. This cave and attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 11,080 reviews.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Capra Restaurant and café, Koper. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,477 customers.

Locals also recommend Mornarček, ribja kantina - fish house, another of the best restaurants in Koper. Mornarček, ribja kantina - fish house is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,379 customers.

After dinner, visit Snack Bar 1964 to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Koper, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,563 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Kavarna Kapitanija. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Kavarna Kapitanija has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,796 customers.

Čevabdžinica Sarajevo '84 - Koper is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,010 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Slovenia, and look forward to more great days to come!

On day 7 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Koper, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Koper.

Today you'll explore the city of Piran. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Mesečev Zaliv. This incredible attraction is a bay and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,423 visitors.

Strunjan cross is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Piran. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,188 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Piran is Walls of Piran. This amazing attraction is a defensive wall and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,723 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Tartini Square. This square and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,165 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Piranski svetilnik. This must-see tourist destination is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 1,678 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in Slovenia to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Koper.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Koper, like Čevabdžinica Sarajevo '84 - Koper 2. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,010 customers.

Baščaršija (Koper Carpacciov trg) is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Koper. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 909 customers.

Locals enjoy Kavarna Cappuccino Kroštola, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Koper. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 906 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Koper, Urban Piqniq. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 658 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Slovenia!

Day 8 of your road trip through Slovenia is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Koper and the city of Pivka. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the town of Koper is the amazing Praetorian Palace. This attraction is a building and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 192 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Da Ponte Fountain. This fountain and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 887 visitors.

Cerkev sv Trojice is another popular attraction you can explore in the town of Koper. This well-known attraction, a spectacular church, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from over 667 reviews.

Joining a top-rated tour in Koper is another excellent way to spend your new day in Slovenia. The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of Slovenia’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to Slovenia’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of Slovenia’s scenic spots.

You could then travel to the amazing Park of Military History in the city of Pivka for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a museum and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 3,908 visitors.

You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Ljubljana.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restavracija Vodnikov Hram, Ljubljana, one of the best restaurants in the city of Ljubljana. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,139 customers.

After dinner, visit Dvorni Bar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Ljubljana. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 761 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like TaBar. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 704 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Slovenia!

Day 9 of your road trip in Slovenia is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Ljubljana before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Metelkova Art Centre is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Ljubljana. This must-see tourist destination and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,278 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Ljubljana and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Slovenia.

You’ll then say farewell to Ljubljana. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Slovenia!