Traveling in Slovenia with kids. Helping Dreamers Do.

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Traveling in Slovenia with kids

From epic mountains to distinctive seaside, Slovenia is a family playground.

Forget dull moments when traveling in Slovenia with kids. Active families can blitz through a host of adrenaline-buzzing activities in magical settings, from relaxed Italianate seaside to the Soca Valley, a natural wonderland by the breathtaking Julian Alps. White water raft the emerald Soca River, bike or ride quiet trails, go canyoning or walk gorges, tackle high ropes or paraglide. Wonders extend beneath the earth among Europe's finest caves: think bats, jaw-dropping caverns and dazzling early human history. And what kid doesn't like a castle? Slovenia has dozens – plus a host of historic towns – straight out of fairytales.

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Things to do in Slovenia with kids

Horsey heaven

Horse-mad kids will love riding a snow-white Lipizzaner – stars of Vienna's Spanish Riding School - in historic Lipica where they originated. Parents can kick back with a carriage ride around majestic Lake Bled. Less experienced riders can head for equally gorgeous Lake Bohinj, to ride adorable pony-like Icelandic horses.

Speedy Slovenia

Satisfy even the most demanding adrenaline seekers with high-paced adventure activities throughout Slovenia's natural playground. Whizz down churning rapids on the Soca River, then tackle high ropes or go paragliding in the valleys of the stupendous Julian Alps. Tackle Slovenia's highest peak or mountain bike amazing alpine trails.

Fab forts

Spin unforgettable memories around colourful history exploring some of Europe's most atmospheric castles. The 1,000-year-old Bled Castle clings to a cliff above a magical lake, while Predjama's fortress offers witchcraft tales and amazing underground caverns. Check out medieval dance moves at lovely Celje Castle.

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Tips for families

Simon Clifford, from our friends at Exodus, explains how a host of activities makes traveling in Slovenia with kids an exciting possibility: “Slovenia is great fun for families with active teenagers, who get bored just sitting on a beach and swimming in a pool. They do all the same activities that the adults do, including whitewater rafting, mountain biking and whizzing down one of Europe’s longest zip lines.”

Maria Vrgoc, from our family adventure vacation specialists Green World Vacations, says it’s hard to choose a favourite activity: “There are so many and it’s so personal, but the ones which pop up most are the white water rafting followed by the visit to the iconic Lake Bled. The SUP boarding on the Ljubljanica River (because the instructors are really great) and of course the mountain go-karts, which are simply hilarious fun!"

Luka Esenko, from our photography specialists Esenko Workshops, picks out flexible options for traveling in Slovenia with kids: “We have personalised tours for families, and we do our best so each family member will get what they like the most. Sometimes part of the family wants to do sightseeing or some sport activities and the other part does photography. Then they can join together for the rest of the day.”

More about Slovenia

Best time to visit Slovenia

The best time to visit Slovenia totally depends on where you want to go as from the snowy peaks of the Julian Alps to the capital city of Ljubljana, and the coastal region of Piran, this is a country that’s brimming with choice just as much for locations as for festivals, events and cultural picks.

Slovenia travel guide

There’s just something about Slovenia that begs to be explored further and if you’re interested in what we rate & what we don’t as well as reading a brief history of the country then our Slovenia travel guide will tempt you into travel before you know it.

Places to visit in Slovenia

The best way to make the most of your time is to read our interactive map of highlights and discover some darn fine places to visit in Slovenia as well as travel times to get you from one location to the next.

Things to do in Slovenia

Things to do in Slovenia should always include an ancient tapestry or two although family frolics in the Julian Alps are also worth finding out more about as well as discovering the delicious range of delights to warm up hikers after a good day spent outdoors.

Multi activity vacations in Slovenia

There are just so many photos of Slovenia we love that you’ll be spoiled for choice with snow-capped mountains, red-tiled rooftops and what appear to be dancing Wombles all adding to the allure of our eclectic album.

Self drive vacations in Slovenia

While Slovenia’s public transport networks are pretty well sorted, driving along the snaking country roads affords the kind of freedom you can’t get on the bus - or on an organised group tour.

Slovenia tailor made tours

Tailoring a tour of Slovenia puts you in control. From city sightseeing in Ljubljana to guided trekking trails in Triglav National Park; Slovenia is best appreciated at a slow pace.

Slovenia travel advice

Travel advice from our friends in Slovenia is always worth listening to as from getting the best photo, to learning how to walk the road less travelled, to reading some of our health & safety tips, this page comes straight from our travelers in Slovenia to help you travel like a local.

Responsible tourism in Slovenia

Responsible tourism in Slovenia is a lot more of a hot topic than some may give it credit for with cruise ships, protecting biodiversity and environmental records on the golf course all playing their part in helping you to learn how to travel better in Slovenia.