The Most Beautiful Spots To Take Photos in Ljubljana

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All the gorgeous spots to take photos in Ljubljana

Ljubljana’s picturesque architecture, charming Old Town, and scenic riverside make it a fantastic location for capturing stunning photographs. I am lucky to have visited Ljubljana a few times as my partner is from Slovenia, so I can say that it is a beautiful city in both summer and winter. I’m so excited to share the most instagrammable locations in Ljubljana that I’ve found during my travels there!

What you’ll find here

Here you’ll find my favourite spots to take photos in Ljubljana, including photos I took there. All the spots are places I have actually been to. Want to know more about Ljubljana? You can read my Ljubljana Travel Guide.

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Table Of Contents
  1. All the gorgeous spots to take photos in Ljubljana
  2. Best places to book your trip
  3. Ljubljana Castle / Ljubljanski Grad
  4. Ljubljana Old Town
  5. The Triple Bridge / Tromostovje
  6. The Dragon Bridge / Zmajski Most
  7. The most instagrammable locations in Ljubljana are totally worth the visit
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The best spots to take photos in Ljubljana

Ljubljana Castle / Ljubljanski Grad

Ljubljana Castle (Ljubljanski Grad) is a must see when you visit Ljubljana City. The castle is nestled on top of Castle Hill, looking down on the city. It also features Michelin starred restaurants and a cosy cafe, which are perfect for enjoying the views of the city. During winter, the castle is dressed up in illuminations and it is 100% worth bracing the cold to see the views of the city lit up in Christmas lights.

Ljubljana Castle is a great spot to take photos.
Ljubljana Castle is a great spot to take photos of the city skyline.
This photo shows the top of Ljubljana Castle with a view of the city skyline.
Ljubljana Castle has illuminations during the Christmas period.
The River is a great spot to take photos of Ljubljana Castle.
Ljubljana Castle from the river.

Where to Find Ljubljana Castle

Website: Official Site for Ljubljana Castle

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Ljubljana Old Town

Ljubljana Old Town is a small area below Ljubljana Castle that centres around Prešeren Square (Prešernov trg).  It is one of the best spots to visit and take photos in Ljubljana. There you will find the Franciscan Church and the Triple Bridge. Like most of Europe’s Old Towns, Ljubljana’s Old Town is what I would consider the most picturesque area of the city and it is perfect for taking photos. I recommend walking from Preseren Square down to Saint James Bridge (Šentjakobski Most), and then crossing the bridge and walking down Križevniška Street (Križevniška Ulica). There you can wander the small streets and riverside until you reach Congress Square (Kongresni Trg) and Park Zvezda.

This shows a cobblestone street in Ljubljana
A typical city street in Ljubljana’s Old Town.
This shows me infront of Ljubljana river.
The river has many great spots to take photos.
Old Town is a great spot to take photos in Ljubjlana
One of the buildings you can find in Old Town.
This shows me with the Ljubljana river in the background
Near the centre of the city, the river is lined with cafes.

Where to Find Ljubljana Old Town

Website: Official Site for Ljubljana Old Town

The Triple Bridge / Tromostovje

The Triple Bridge (Tromostovje) is probably the most famous of Ljubljana’s sites. Here you will find the centre of the city, and the three bridges connect the sides of the town together. The Triple Bridge has been used by Slovenians since the medieval times, and was said to connect north-western Europe with the Balkans. From The Triple Bridge you can go from Prešeren Square to the Petkovšek Embankment, The Dragon Bridge, and  Ljubljana Castle. In December, the Triple Bridge is a popular destination for families and couples, as they come to see the bridge lit up with Christmas illuminations. It can get quite busy, so make sure you come early!

This photo shows the view of the square from the Triple Bridge, it is one of the best spots to take photos in Ljubljana.
The view of the square from The Triple Bridge.

Where to Find Tromostovje

The Dragon Bridge / Zmajski Most

The Dragon Bridge (Zmajski Most) is a great location to take photos as the statues are very unique! This is an iconic spot in Ljubljana, and although it can be quite busy with cyclists and pedestrians, it is still quite an easy spot to get a good photo.

This shows the views from Dragon Bridge, a great spot to take photos in Ljubljana.
The views from Dragon Bridge.

Where to Find Zmajski Most

VERDICT

The most instagrammable locations in Ljubljana are totally worth the visit

There are just so many spots to take photos in Ljubljana because it is a very traditional city with very few tourists. That means it is the perfect spot for all your travel photos because you can take your time without feeling pressured. It is also a small city so it is easy to get around and see everything in a day.

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