Things To Do

Ljubljana

Spend some time in the capital of Slovenia, Ljubljana, before heading to Bled. According to our lord and savior Rick Steves, Ljubljana is the hidden gem of Europe with ample activities and sites to see. Click the link to read more about Ljubljana and plan out your ideal days. We recommend looking into the following sites and activities: Attractions: - Central Market - Dragon Bridge - Ljubljana Castle - Preseren Square - Tivoli Park - Triple Bridge - Ljubljana Old Town Museums: - National Gallery - The Cukrarna Gallery - Slovenian Museum of Natural History - Museum of Modern Art Restaurants: - Strelec - Restavracija JB - Klobasarna - Druga Violina - Vodnikov Hram Bars: - Pivnica Lajbah - Kolibri Cocktail Bar - Wine Bar Šuklje - Kavarna Moderna - Grajska Kavarna

Boat ride to the island

Take a boat ride to the only island in Slovenia! Enjoy a cup of coffee with a view at Kavarna Cafe, where the boats depart hourly. On the island, you can explore the famous landmark, Church of the Mother of God on the Lake, a Gothic church with a 52-meter tower. This is a planned group excursion for Friday morning (leaving from Vila Bled rather than Kavarna Cafe). Join us if you please! Departures from the pier below the Café Park: 10.00, 11.00, 12.00, 13.00, 14.00, 15.00 Departures from the island: 11.20, 12.20, 13.20, 14.20, 15.20, 16.00

Church of the Mother of God on the Lake

Take a tour of Church of the Mother of God on the Lake, a Catholic Church located on the only island in Slovenia. Climb the bell tower and enjoy the views of Bled and the Julian Alps. Don’t forget the ring the wishing bell and make a wish; legend has it you’ll be blessed with good luck. Fun fact: Before the church was built on the island, a temple dedicated to the pagan goddess of life and fertility stood at the same place. Learn more about the history of the church with the link below.

Triglav National Park

A short bus ride to the beautiful Triglav National Park! Popular hikes include Soca Trail and Vrsic Pass. For a water view, check out Savica Waterfall and Vintgar Gorge.

Bled Castle

Perched atop a cliff towering 130 meters above Lake Bled, Bled Castle has a 1000-year history that invites visitors to explore its museums and enjoy activities closely linked to the castle’s traditions. Open 8am-8pm with an entrance fee of about €17. Read more about the history and traditions below.

Zip Line

For the adrenaline junkies, check out the Bled’s zip line; the longest zip line in Europe. They take you through the pristine natural sanctuary of Bled. Website is linked for more information.

Walk around the lake

Lake Bled is a glacial lake and the only lake in Slovenia with an island. The path around the lake is one of the most popular walks at 6 km long. You can start the path around the lake at any point. The path is well maintained and will take you onto a paved road, gravel walking path and a short boardwalk just above the water level. There are plenty of benches along the path where you can sit down, relax and take in the natural beauty.

Bike Rentals

Best way to see a city is to bike it! Click the link below for information on bike and e-bike rentals.

Hikes in Bled

Bled is located on Lake Bled and surrounded by the Julian Alps and the Karavanke Mountain Range. For the best view of the lake and skyline, Ojstrica and Mala Osojnicia are two relatively easy and popular trails. Click the link below for more hike suggestions and reviews.

Restaurants in Bled