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Come to Ljubljana prepared! This list of essential information for visitors will help.

Weather in Ljubljana and Slovenia

The climate of Slovenia is influenced by the Alps and the Mediterranean, except for its north-eastern part which is mostly continental. Ljubljana typically has cool and humid winters, while summers are warm and sunny thanks to Mediterranean air currents. The average temperature for July is around 20˚ C and around 0˚ C in January. See the Slovenian National Meteorological Service website for forecasts and more information.

  • Getting to Ljubljana

    Getting to Ljubljana

    Ljubljana is located at the intersection of major European transportation routes, halfway between Vienna and Venice. It is easy to reach from anywhere in the world and by any means of transport.

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    Getting around in Ljubljana

    Taxi, bus, city bikes, free shuttles … You have many options to move around Ljubljana.

Currency

The Slovenian currency is the Euro (€). Most stores accept international credit and payment cards. There is also a wide network of ATMs where you can withdraw cash.

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Medical assistance and pharmacies

  • 24-hour pharmacy: Lekarna pri Polikliniki, 6k Njegoševa cesta, Ljubljana, +386 1 230 61 00, [email protected].
  • EU citizens can use their EHIC card for access to free medical assistance. More information
  • Rescue and emergency services: dial 112 (free number)
  • Emergency room in Ljubljana: located in the Emergency Unit of the Ljubljana University Medical Centre (see map) at 22a Bohoričeva street.
  • Pediatric emergency room: Center unit of Community Health Center at 9 Metelkova Street. Open every night from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. Phone: + 386 1 47 23 888. During the day, go to any Ljubljana Community Health Centre.
  • Emergency dental services: Dental Service of the Ljubljana Community Health Centre, phone + 386 1 4723-718
  • Potable water

    Potable water

    We are proud of our clean, quality tap water which is perfectly safe to drink from any tap. There are many public fountains around Ljubljana, and they even have their own app to easily locate them.

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    Tourist Information Centres

    If you want to explore Slovenia, the Tourist Information Centres are a great resource. Ask for tips, advice, free brochures and maps and book excursions across the country.

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  • Free Wifi

    Free wi-fi

    Enjoy up to 60 minutes of free wi-fi all over the centre of Ljubljana thanks to the WiFree wireless network.

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    Ljubljana Tourism projects

  • Public toilets

    Public toilets in Ljubljana

    Public toilets in Ljubljana are free. You can find them at the railway station, under most bridges on the Ljubljanica river and a few other locations. Most of the toilets are accessible for functionally disabled persons and people on wheelchairs.

  • Wheelchair Accessibility

    Wheelchair accessibility

    Ljubljana is a wheelchair-friendly city. Most of it is easily accessible for disabled persons.

  • Usefull mobile apps

    Useful mobile apps

    Check out the list of mobile apps that will come in handy during your stay in Ljubljana.

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    Special venues

    Organise meetings in castles, at cultural sites or in other famous buildings.

VAT refund

Many shops display the Tax Free Shopping sign. If you are a non-EU national, you can claim the value added tax refund for purchases over 50 € carried out in one store within one day. The purchased goods should be exported out of the country within three months from the purchase. Global blue