Not just in bad weather: indoor adventures in Slovenia

Worth seeing even without the sun: These 6 excursion tips cover Slovenia, from a castle visit to a cave tour to a thermal bath.

Rock castle — Historical destination: Bled Castle. – dnaveh/Shutterstock

The most important thing in brief

Slovenia is known for green landscapes and outdoor attractions.
But you can’t stay in the hotel room when it rains.
These indoor ideas lead to the country’s hidden treasures.

When it rains, visitors can indulge in Slovenia’s diverse and award-winning gastronomic landscape.

Whether enjoying traditional dishes or exploring the country’s growing vegan scene, the dining experiences leave a lasting impression.

Cake poppy table dishes — Potica is a traditional poppy seed and nut cake. – Wirestock Creators/Shutterstock

Foodies will be well catered for in one of the Michelin star restaurants, while others will discover local flavors in the traditional inns.

As the skies darken, guests can swap their hiking boots for sneakers and visit one of Slovenia’s fairytale castles.

Worth seeing are the Ljubljana Castle, which towers over the capital, or the remarkable Bled Castle with its breathtaking view of the iconic lake of the same name.

These and other castles not only offer a glimpse into the destination’s long history, but also often house interactive exhibitions and art galleries.

If you’re looking for exhibitions, you’ll find a number of bizarre and unusual museums in Slovenia. In one building, visitors can find out interesting facts about beekeeping, and next to it is the Museum of Illusions.

House front sign red light brown — The Museum of Illusions in Ljubljana. – lirik39/Shutterstock

Culture lovers can also immerse themselves deeply in the world of local customs in one of the many regional museums. For art lovers, we recommend a visit to the lively Metelkova Center in Ljubljana.

For those who love a challenge, the rainy days in Slovenia are ideal for diving into the world of escape rooms.

Whether in Ljubljana or other cities, these establishments transport you to another world where you work together with friends or family to solve puzzles, uncover clues and escape before time runs out.

It’s an exciting way to turn a gray day into a fun adventure.

The Slovenian thermal baths are the perfect destination in bad weather, as they offer a combination of fun, relaxation and well-being. Many of these spas have indoor water parks, making them a suitable destination for families.

Thermal water installations blue — The glass dome characterizes the Laško thermal baths. – Wirestock Creators/Shutterstock

For example, the Ptuj Thermal Baths has a 170-meter-long typhoon slide, and the Thermana Laško has a river basin, a wave pool and waterfalls gathered under a huge glass dome.

Admittedly, caution is advised in underground tunnels in continuous rain. Only shorter tours are offered in the breathtaking Križna Cave.

Cave footbridge stone brown — Many paths lead through the Postojna Cave Park. – weniliou/Shutterstock

However, the famous Postojna Cave, a 24-kilometer-long natural wonder, remains a safe option even in bad weather.

This spectacular place offers a fascinating journey through a labyrinth of stalactites and stalagmites, underground rivers and bizarre animals such as the olm.

Article from Tourismus Lifestyle Verlag, Michael Lehner