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Upper Carniola Region

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Experience quintessential Slovenia, nestled between snow-capped peaks and lush meadows, in Upper Carniola Region, one of country's most picturesque areas. In the shadow of Triglav Mountain, the national symbol of Slovenia, you'll find a landscape dotted with rolling hills, thick forests, cascading waterfalls, and crystal-clear Alpine lakes. Throughout the year, Upper Carniola (known locally as Gorenjska), serves as a haven for lovers of the great outdoors. In the wintertime, it offers some of the country's best skiing and snowboarding, while during the warmer months it's a prime destination for hiking, fishing, cycling, or horseback riding. Things to do include visiting historical sights, such as castles and churches, traditional farms, and taverns and restaurants that offer local specialties in an authentic Alpine atmosphere. Take a tour of the region's cities, immerse yourself in the local culture, or try to make a fortune at one of the casinos. Upper Carniola Region is in Slovenia. Use our Slovenia trip app to arrange your visit to Upper Carniola Region and any other destinations in Slovenia that take your fancy.

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Top Upper Carniola Region tours

Slovenia in One Day: Small-Group Day Trip to Lake Bled, Postojna Cave and Predjama Castle from Ljubljana BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $161

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Lake Bled and Bled Castle Tour from Ljubljana BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $83

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89 reviews

Duration: 5 hours

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Skocjan Caves, Lipica & Piran: Karst & Coast Small-Group Day Trip from Ljubljana BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $72

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Popular things to do in Upper Carniola Region

Ljubljana Old Town

Ljubljana

4.8

Duration: 3 hours

Triglav National Park

Bled

4.9

Duration: 8 hours

Ljubljana Castle

Ljubljana

3.8

Duration: 2 hours

Bled Castle

Bled

3.8

Duration: 2 hours

Hidden gems in Upper Carniola Region

Nature & Wildlife Tours

Ljubljana

4.9

Duration: 8 hours

Parasailing & Paragliding

Bled

5.0

Duration: 3 hours

Lake Bohinj

Bohinjsko Jezero

4.8

Duration: 2 hours

Tivoli Park

Ljubljana

4.5

Duration: 1 hour

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Bled Island

Bled

4.3

Duration: 1 hour

Ljubljanica River

Ljubljana

4.6

Duration: 30 minutes

Viševnik

Bled

4.8

Duration: 4 hours

Peričnik Waterfall

Mojstrana

4.9

Duration: 1h 30 min

Historic Sites in Upper Carniola Region

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Franciscan Church of the Annunciation

Ljubljana

4.5

Duration: 1h 30 min

Cathedral of St. Nicholas

Ljubljana

4.5

Duration: 30 minutes

Cankarjevo Nabrežje

Ljubljana

4.7

Duration: 1h 30 min

Plečnik's House

Ljubljana

4.6

Duration: 1 hour

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Galerija Mikame

Bled

5.0

Duration: 1h 30 min

Extreme Angler - Sportni ribic

Bled

4.9

Duration: 4 hours

Pulz Second Hand

Ljubljana

4.9

Duration: 1h 30 min

Ljubljana Central Market

Ljubljana

4.2

Duration: 1h 30 min

Museums in Upper Carniola Region

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Technical Museum of Slovenia

Ljubljana

4.6

Duration: 2 hours

National Museum of Contemporary History

Ljubljana

4.5

Duration: 1h 30 min

Railway Museum

Ljubljana

4.4

Duration: 1h 30 min

Slovenian Ethnographic Museum

Ljubljana

4.4

Duration: 1h 30 min

Featured attractions

sLOVEnia EAT

Ljubljana

5.0

Duration: 2h 30 min

sLOVEnia HORSE RIDING

Bled

5.0

Duration: 2h 30 min

Ljubljana Free Tour

Ljubljana

4.9

Duration: 3 hours

Roundabout Travel

Ljubljana

4.8

Duration: 6 hours

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