Tour Details

Ditch the textbook and brush up on your European history through music, art, architecture, and, yes, even beer. Take in more than 2,000 years of history as you listen to the sounds of street musicians, explore contemporary galleries, and sip some of the best Slovenian brews. We'll start at one of the most impressive squares where you will learn a few facts about the most important buildings and social realist monuments that shaped the Slovenia of today. This historic stroll will take you through Ljubljana, passing local shops and cafes and for a walk on the ancient Roman wall. We'll visit important works by the respected architect Joze Plecnik, get a peek into the national library and legendary open-air concert hall, Krizanke, with its dark secrets. As we enjoy the vibe of the bustling local art scene and tiny medieval streets, we will pass the border between central Europe and the Balkans to reach the academy of music. Then we'll explore the Baroque part of town. We'll stop into a hip cafe near the town hall for a sip of local craft beer and a chat about contemporary life in Ljubljana. Crossing beautiful river bridges and exploring romantic sweet spots and secret corners is a must while making your way to the Slovenian Philharmonic hall and a breathtaking view of the city. We will then go on to explore the Bohemian corner of Ljubljana while passing the Art Nouveau highlights. We'll enter an old factory full of galleries you won't find in guidebooks.We'll finish our tour passing the cult band Laibach's studio and entering the city within the city or Metelkova, surrounded with graffiti, street art, and music clubs, you will get to try some traditional local beer as we discuss how Slovenian 80s music paved the way for the country's independence.