Small Towns & Other Unique Destinations in Slovenia

Piran is charming small Slovenian town on the Gulf of Piran on the Adriatic Sea.

Highlights:

• Charming Venetian Gothic architecture
• Scenic walk along the stone pier
• Historic Old Town with cobblestoned streets
• Sergej Mašera Maritime Museum
• Piran Aquarium with 200+ Adriatic sea creatures
• Live performances at Tartini Theatre
• Tartini Square and Giuseppe Tartini monument

Mokrice Castle is a medieval castle in southeast Slovenia, near the Croatian border.

Highlights:

• Stay in a restored 15th-century medieval castle
• Explore a 200-year-old landscaped park
• Guided tours with captivating local legends
• On-site 18-hole golf course at Mokrice Resort
• Luxury accommodations with historic charm

The Logar Valley is a beautiful glacial alpine valley nestled deep in the heart of the Kamnik - Savinja Alps.

Highlights:

• Stunning glacial valley in the Kamnik-Savinja Alps
• Scenic hiking trails with panoramic mountain views
• Visit the source of Black Creek
• Historic wooden logging chutes and charcoal-maker’s hut
• Tranquil setting with fewer than 40 residents

Family Destinations

The Lipica Stud Farm is located in the southwestern most province of Slovenia.

Highlights:

• Birthplace of the world-famous Lipizzaner stallion
• Guided tours of a 400-year-old working stud farm
• Equestrian performances by the riding school
• Horse-drawn carriage rides through scenic grounds
• Lipizzaner Museum with rich historical exhibits
• On-site accommodations at Hotel Maestoso
• Riding lessons available for adults

Tolmin, a town of 3800 people, is the largest village in the Upper Soca Valley.

Highlights:

• Gateway to Tolmin Gorge and Triglav National Park
• Historic Tolmin Museum and WWI Javorca Memorial Church
• Scenic riverside location at the Soca and Tolminka confluence
• Visit traditional alpine cattle ranches
• Sample locally made, renowned Tolmin cheese

Nova Gorica is a small town in western Slovenia.

Highlights:

• Vibrant casino and entertainment scene
• Frequent concerts, festivals, and theater events
• Gateway to the Slovenian Riviera
• Located at the crossroads of three wine regions
• Outdoor adventures like kayaking, paragliding, and climbing
• Close cultural ties with neighboring Italian city of Gorizia

Skocjan Caves Regional Park lies in southwest of Slovenia.

Highlights:

• UNESCO World Heritage Site with 11 massive caves
• Spectacular underground chambers and geological formations
• Year-round guided cave tours
• Škocjan Museum with cultural and natural exhibits
• Škocjan Education Trail with scenic views and local insights
• Over 1,000 acres of protected regional parkland

Romantic Destinations

Cerkno sits in the hills of western Slovenia and the name references both a geographical region and a small village.

Highlights:

• State-of-the-art Cerkno Ski Center and Hotel
• Scenic hiking and nature exploration in summer
• Visit Divje Babe archaeological site and Neanderthal flute cave
• Unspoiled natural landscapes and rolling hills
• Rich cultural heritage and local traditions

The town of Metlika is on the sunny side of the Gorjanci mountain range and sits at the confluence of three streams.

Highlights:

• Charming historic town dating back to 1365
• Located near the Kolpa River and Croatian border
• Scenic cycling paths with river views
• Rich cultural heritage and historical significance
• Local inns offering homemade food and fine wines

Lasko is a town of 3600+ people lying nearly in the center of Slovenia.

Highlights:

• Charming old town nestled in scenic Savinja Valley
• Home of the famous Zlatorog pilsner beer and brewery tours
• Natural thermal springs with wellness and spa facilities
• Popular cycling and walking trails
• Historic resort town once favored by Emperor Franz Joseph